Dubai Travel Guide

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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

Where to stay in Dubai

Dubai Mall which includes shopping and interior views

Downtown Dubai

4/5(69 area reviews)

Dubai Mall and KidZania are top sights in Downtown Dubai, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Dubai Trolley Station 1 Tram Station or Dubai Trolley Station 2 Tram Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Dubai
Aquaventure showing 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 Aquaventure and The Pointe.

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

Dubai Marina

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dubai Marina. Check out top attractions like Marina Beach and Dubai Marina Mall, and jump on the metro at Jumeirah Beach Residence 1 Tram Stop or Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 Tram Station to see more of the city.

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
Gold Souk which includes cbd, signage and a city

Deira

4/5(97 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Deira. Check out top attractions like Al Ghurair Centre and Deira Clocktower, and jump on the metro at Abu Baker Al Siddique Station or Salah Al Din Station to see more of the city.

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Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Dubai Water Canal and Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.

Business Bay
Atlantis, The Palm
Atlantis, The Palm
5 out of 5
Crescent Road, The Palm, Dubai
The price is AU$681 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
AU$681
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
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! (1,274 reviews)
"Beautiful property facing sea view good dining options and off course the water park."

Reviewed on 20 Jan. 2025

Atlantis, The Palm
FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai
FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai
5 out of 5
No. 1 The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
The price is AU$415 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$415
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Property was beautiful. Staff was very friendly and attentive."

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2025

FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai
Swissotel Al Ghurair
Swissotel Al Ghurair
5 out of 5
Omar Bin Al Khattab Street, Dubai
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$239 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
AU$239
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay for your vacation and business trip, every thing you need is around"

Reviewed on 14 Jan. 2025

Swissotel Al Ghurair
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.
Avani + Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites
Avani + Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites
5 out of 5
P.O. Box 502624, Dubai Media City, TECOM, Dubai
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (387 reviews)
"Great location and clean!"

Reviewed on 13 Jan. 2025

Avani + Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites
Swissotel Living Al Ghurair
Swissotel Living Al Ghurair
5 out of 5
Umar Bin Al kattab Rd, Deira, Near Al Ghurair Center, Dubai
Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (460 reviews)
"It was Amazing to sty @ Swiss all ghurair hotel"

Reviewed on 15 Jan. 2025

Swissotel Living Al Ghurair
Sonder Business Bay
Sonder Business Bay
6B Marasi Drive, Dubai, DU
Stay at this aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (148 reviews)
"Property was great , apartment was really nice and Sonder provided great services and amenities, would stay again definitely if coming to Dubai for location"

Reviewed on 13 Jan. 2025

Sonder Business Bay
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

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
207
" "5 - Excellent 49%
4 - Good
167
" "4 - Good 40%
3 - Okay
39
" "3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
7
" "2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
1
" "1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

After i travel all Europe and living in Australia , also after all my experience in travel im in love with the most amazing country is dubai is my dream where i wish to livee !! The best weather best service best quality. Im coming back for sure

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I didn’t have enough time to do everything I wanted to do. Loved the on/ off tour bus and the desert experience.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It’s lovely small family station

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Unique and fun experience for the whole family.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Bad traffic and very expensive

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

It is worth to have a stop over, but not for tour as destination.

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