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.

Deira
Dubai Creek showing a bay or harbour, a coastal town and boating

Bur Dubai

4/5(69 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bur Dubai. Check out top attractions like Dubai Cruise Terminal and BurJuman Mall, and jump on the metro at Sharaf DG Station or ADCB Station to see more of the city.

Bur Dubai
Atlantis, The Palm
Atlantis, The Palm
5 out of 5
Crescent Road, The Palm, Dubai
The price is AU$825 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
AU$825
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2025
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! (1,245 reviews)
"The Imperial Club lounge was amazing and worth the money."

Reviewed on 26 Dec. 2024

Atlantis, The Palm
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel
5 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Po Box 23215, Dubai
The price is AU$250 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
AU$250
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
worth staying there more than happywillvisit again
"it was amazing"

Reviewed on 24 Dec. 2024

Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel
Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
3 out of 5
Opposite Terminal 3, via Street 52b, Dubai International Airport, Dubai
The price is AU$165 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,596 reviews)
Above and beyond
"We had few issues with booking as we were arriving at 6am in the morning. We contacted through email which was very difficult to communicate with them initially and took time to find out how to contact someone through not being in the country. We wanted to check in early and just stay from 6am until ..."

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024

Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (385 reviews)
"Really good!"

Reviewed on 26 Dec. 2024

Avani + Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites
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! (139 reviews)
"10/10 would recommend if staying near business bay"

Reviewed on 8 Sep. 2024

Sonder Business Bay
Sonder Downtown Apartments
Sonder Downtown Apartments
Tower 3, 43 34c Street, Dubai
Stay at this aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Dubai Cruise Terminal ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (83 reviews)
"Perfect location, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 29 Dec. 2024

Sonder Downtown Apartments
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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