Dubai

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Dubai
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Photo provided by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing
Photo provided by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing

Where to stay in Dubai

Dubai Mall which includes interior views and shopping

Downtown Dubai

4.5/5(615 area reviews)

Home to iconic landmarks like Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall, this mixed-use complex offers luxury shopping, an Olympic-size ice rink, and a variety of dining options along Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Boulevard.

Downtown Dubai
Aquaventure showing a waterpark and rides

Palm Jumeirah

4.5/5(472 area reviews)

Discover an archipelago of artificial islands featuring recently opened destinations like The Pointe, Club Vista Mare, and Nakheel Mall. Enjoy various hotels, resorts, and hotel residences, while exploring retail and dining options, all connected by the Palm Jumeirah Monorail.

Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Marina showing a marina, a city and skyline

Dubai Marina

Artificial canal city boasting the world's largest human-made marina, featuring Dubai Marina Mall with 140 retail outlets, and The Walk at JBR for dining. Enjoy Marina Promenade views and access Al Sufouh Tramway for easy transport.

Dubai Marina
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Jumeirah Beach Residence

4.5/5(372 area reviews)

Waterfront community in Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Beach Residence boasts 40 towers, The Beach retail complex, and a 1.7-km strip called The Walk. Enjoy views of Ain Dubai on Bluewaters Island and easy access to Dubai Marina, Dubai Tram, and Dubai Metro.

Jumeirah Beach Residence
Gold Souk which includes a city, city views and signage

Deira

4/5(1,115 area reviews)

Historically significant, this district boasts centuries-old gold and spice souqs, ancient forts, and iconic structures. Shop at City Centre Deira mall, explore the Waterfront Market, or take a boat across Dubai Creek.

Deira
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Business Bay

Take time in Business Bay to visit attractions like Dubai Water Canal and Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.

Business Bay
Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai
Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai
5 out of 5
Casablanca Road, Al Garhoud, Dubai
Fully refundable
The price is AED 275 per night from May 31 to Jun 1
AED 275
AED 357 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Good, but need transportation for shopping etc"

Reviewed on 23 May 2025

Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai
Atlantis, The Palm
Atlantis, The Palm
5 out of 5
Crescent Road, The Palm, Dubai
The price is AED 1,215 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
AED 1,215
AED 1,509 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,422 reviews)
"Everything was absolutely amazing !"

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Atlantis, The Palm
Shangri-La Dubai
Shangri-La Dubai
5 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, P.o. Box 75880, Dubai
The price is AED 420 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
AED 420
AED 535 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,297 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, location was great, rooms were amazing with views, staff was friendly especially the front desk supervisor, this was my third time staying here and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Best breakfast ever!"

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

Shangri-La Dubai
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Emirates Grand Hotel
Emirates Grand Hotel
4 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centr, Dubai
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Dubai ...
6/10 (517 reviews)
"Perfect location, friendly staff. Hotel could do with more attention to detail on finer details. For example on my balcony the wall had been painted but the masking tape was still there. The shower drain was so slow to drain the water it would often flood the bathroom floor. Housekeeping only change ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2025

Emirates Grand Hotel
Blue Beach Tower
Blue Beach Tower
5 out of 5
The Walk, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai Marina, Dubai
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,407 reviews)
"Very spacious with perfect balcony view. However, there were roaches in the kitchen. Also it did not have washer/dryer in the apartment"

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Blue Beach Tower
Sonder at JBR The Walk
Sonder at JBR The Walk
0 The Walk, Dubai
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Marina Beach and Mall of the Emirates ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (206 reviews)
"2nd visit in 9 months, and want to book another"

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Sonder at JBR The Walk
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Dubai

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
2737
5 - Excellent 63%
4 - Good
1280
4 - Good 30%
3 - Okay
268
3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
24
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
25
1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Dubai is Dubai. It’s great. The Palm Jumeirah water though seems polluted and mucky. It’s certainly not a special beach. I Personally would not put my face in that water or feel special about it being a private beach.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

So nive and lovely city

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I guess dubai is a place everyone knows so it doesn’t need to tell how beautiful and lovely is

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Dubai is a great place to enjoy and visit

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The best city

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful country.. need to visit again