Dubai Marina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Dubai Marina

Dubai's luxurious waterfront development is a purpose-built canal city with parks, promenades, impressive properties and shopping complexes.

The Dubai Marina is one if the world's largest man-made canal cities. Explore the area that runs for nearly 3 kilometres (2 miles) along the Shoreline of the Persian Gulf, where extravagant high-rise buildings and impressive speedboats and yachts can be seen.

Begin your visit to the canals on a traditional Arabian dhow boat tour. Day and night tours offer excellent opportunities to experience the different atmospheres of the waterways. See luxury boats by day and the illuminated waterfront by night. There are many interesting sights to see along this entirely man-mad area. Incredibly, a process of excavating the desert, so water from the Gulf Sea could flow into the canals, created it.

There are many landscaped parks and trails along the waterfront to enjoy. Walk around the marina on the 7-kilometre (4.5-mile) Marina Walk. Stop for a cool drink at one of the bars and admire the speedboats and opulent yachts that are moored in the marina. Soak up the sun then cool off with a refreshing swim at Jumeirah Beach.

Shop at the Dubai Marina Mall, where some of the best shopping opportunities can be found within this enormous complex. Immerse yourself in over 120 shops and then browse the open-air kiosks at the Marina Market, located outside the mall. Open Wednesday through to Saturday, between October and April, the Marina Market is located along the promenade. Combine your visit with a relaxing stroll along the waterfront while taking in the sea air. As the sun sets, settle in at one of the restaurants and enjoy local and international cuisines.

More varieties of food can be explored in the mall’s Gourmet Tower. With seven levels, all devoted to cuisines and provisions, you will find a different food and dining concept on each floor. And you won’t be able to miss the stunning 360-degree views of the Persian Gulf.

The Dubai Marina is 20 kilometres (13 miles) west of downtown Dubai. It is accessible by car via the Sheikh Zayed Road and can reached by public transport via the Dubai Metro red line.


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Our pick of the best Dubai Marina Hotel Deals

Millennium Place Marina

Millennium Place Marina

4 out of 5
Al Marsa Street, Dubai Marina, Dubai, Dubai
The price is AU$282 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$282
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,211 reviews)
"Nice hotel situated within walking distance to Marina with plenty of shops and restaurants. Nice pool but small so not always space available .Great access to metro which is easy to use. JamJars restaurant in hotel good for food and drinks. Overall a good hotel with pleasant staff making a good base ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Millennium Place Marina
The First Collection Dubai Marina Hotel

The First Collection Dubai Marina Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Seba Street, Dubai Marina, Dubai
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$215 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$215
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I was initially very impressed by your staff at reception. Although my room wasnt ready at the specified time, 2pm, I was eventually told I had been upgraded. I dont believe this to be the truth, as on inspection, I found many rooms to be the same. The staff in the dining rooms were very polite, ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

The First Collection Dubai Marina Hotel
W Dubai - Mina Seyahi

W Dubai - Mina Seyahi

5 out of 5
King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street, Dubai Marina, Dubai, Dubai
The price is AU$666 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$666
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (276 reviews)
"Absolutely fabulous hotel! Loved our stay here from the second we walked in everything was amazing. Every attention to detail was appreciated and our room was gorgeous and amazing view. We stayed for a wedding anniversary trip and they put balloons and a cake in our room which was lovely. Loved the ..."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

W Dubai - Mina Seyahi
One&Only Royal Mirage

One&Only Royal Mirage

5 out of 5
King Salman bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud St, Jumeirah Beach, Dubai
The price is AU$1,678 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$1,678
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (673 reviews)
"Great spa, wonderful room, service varied one day great and then a big disappointment the other day."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

One&Only Royal Mirage
JA Ocean View Hotel, Jumeirah Beach Dubai

JA Ocean View Hotel, Jumeirah Beach Dubai

5 out of 5
The Walk Jbr, Dubai
The price is AU$503 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$503
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"This hotel is ideally positioned for the beach and the metro system. The hotel is spotlessly clean and staff are very friendly. Restaurant buffet had lots to choose from and well presented. Rooms are spacious and cleaned everyday ."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

JA Ocean View Hotel, Jumeirah Beach Dubai
Rove Dubai Marina

Rove Dubai Marina

3 out of 5
Dubai Marina Promenade, PO Box 119444, Dubai, Dubai
The price is AU$216 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$216
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff delivered my luggage to my room and brought extra towels when I requested in less than 3 min. Staff was very polite and friendly. Definitely recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Rove Dubai Marina
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Dubai Marina

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Jumeirah Beach Residence

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

A bustling marina amazing beaches and top sights from Marina Beach to The Walk – discover Jumeirah Beach Residence, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Jumeirah Beach Residence
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Jumeirah Lakes Towers

Visitors to Jumeirah Lakes Towers love its abundant dining options, and if you want to see more of the area, jump on the metro at DMCC Station.

Jumeirah Lakes Towers
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Al Sufouh 2

5/5(1 area review)

When in Al Sufouh 2 and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Marina Beach or Emirates Golf Club and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Knowledge Village Tram Stop or Palm Jumeirah Tram Stop.

Al Sufouh 2
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Barsha Heights

3.5/5(15 area reviews)

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are just a few notable features Barsha Heights is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Dubai Internet City Station.

Barsha Heights
Aquaventure featuring rides and a water park

Palm Jumeirah

4/5(36 area reviews)

Travellers love Palm Jumeirah for its stunning beaches, and you can see more of Dubai by jumping on the metro at Nakheel Mall Station or The Pointe Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Palm Jumeirah Mall and Aquaventure.

Palm Jumeirah
Souk Madinat Jumeirah featuring general coastal views

Al Sufouh

Known for its beaches and abundant dining options, there's plenty to explore in Al Sufouh. Top attractions like Palm Islands and Al Sufouh Beach are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Al Sufouh Tram Stop or Knowledge Village Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Al Sufouh


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