The 252-room luxury Oberoi is located in Business Bay, attracting primarily corporate travelers or tourists especially interested in taking the free shuttle to Dubai Mall. While the design is a bit generic, everything is high-end and well-maintained, from the lovely spa and large outdoor pool, to the 24-hour gym and 27th-floor lounge. The spacious, well-appointed rooms come with all the amenities expected of a luxury hotel, including sitting areas, Nespresso machines, stand-alone tubs and separate showers, and free Wi-Fi. Multiple on-site dining options, particularly the Indian restaurant Ananta, receive excellent reviews, and all rates include a varied breakfast buffet. Unfortunately, some guests have complained of noise reaching rooms and an awkward hotel entrance that causes traffic jams and doesn't allow for foot approaches. For a luxury stay closer to downtown, consider the similarly priced Taj Dubai.
The 252-room luxury Oberoi is located in Business Bay, attracting primarily corporate travelers or tourists especially interested in taking the free shuttle to Dubai Mall. While the design is a bit generic, everything is high-end and well-maintained, from the lovely spa and large outdoor pool, to the 24-hour gym and 27th-floor lounge. The spacious, well-appointed rooms come with all the amenities expected of a luxury hotel, including sitting areas, Nespresso machines, stand-alone tubs and separate showers, and free Wi-Fi. Multiple on-site dining options, particularly the Indian restaurant Ananta, receive excellent reviews, and all rates include a varied breakfast buffet. Unfortunately, some guests have complained of noise reaching rooms and an awkward hotel entrance that causes traffic jams and doesn't allow for foot approaches. For a luxury stay closer to downtown, consider the similarly priced Taj Dubai.
The upscale Ghaya Grand Hotel is a contemporary apartment-style property located next to Dubai Sports City, a 22-minute drive from Downtown. The hotel occupies two towers, which are separated by a swimming pool with adjacent kiddy pool. The 765 rooms here are spacious, and all have minibars, flat-screen TVs, and free toiletries. Apartments add kitchens, living spaces, and washer/dryers. Additional on-site amenities consist of a full-service spa and well-equipped gym, and dining options such as an all-day buffet restaurant, lobby lounge for fast fare, and a poolside bar. Be aware that like many hotels in Dubai, alcohol is not served here. Free shuttles are provided to some popular tourist spots. This is a good value for travelers needing to be in the area, but those who want to be closer to Palm Jumeirah should consider Fairmont The Palm.
The upscale Ghaya Grand Hotel is a contemporary apartment-style property located next to Dubai Sports City, a 22-minute drive from Downtown. The hotel occupies two towers, which are separated by a swimming pool with adjacent kiddy pool. The 765 rooms here are spacious, and all have minibars, flat-screen TVs, and free toiletries. Apartments add kitchens, living spaces, and washer/dryers. Additional on-site amenities consist of a full-service spa and well-equipped gym, and dining options such as an all-day buffet restaurant, lobby lounge for fast fare, and a poolside bar. Be aware that like many hotels in Dubai, alcohol is not served here. Free shuttles are provided to some popular tourist spots. This is a good value for travelers needing to be in the area, but those who want to be closer to Palm Jumeirah should consider Fairmont The Palm.
Roda Amwaj Suites is a solid choice for an apartment-hotel in Dubai's popular Jumeirah Beach Residence district. The 222 upscale units are located just behind The Walk, a stretch of cafes and restaurants next to the beach. However, they're a 30- to 40-minute drive to the financial district and sights like the Burj Khalifa. Apartments are spacious and modern, with a simple, homey style plus full kitchens and multiple bedrooms. While they are great for long-stay business travelers, vacationing families are also in luck, as walks to the beach and touristy attractions are easy. For a stay with a bit more elegant polish, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach has a private beach, tennis courts, and chicer rooms at just slightly higher rates. However, rooms there will lack kitchens.
Roda Amwaj Suites is a solid choice for an apartment-hotel in Dubai's popular Jumeirah Beach Residence district. The 222 upscale units are located just behind The Walk, a stretch of cafes and restaurants next to the beach. However, they're a 30- to 40-minute drive to the financial district and sights like the Burj Khalifa. Apartments are spacious and modern, with a simple, homey style plus full kitchens and multiple bedrooms. While they are great for long-stay business travelers, vacationing families are also in luck, as walks to the beach and touristy attractions are easy. For a stay with a bit more elegant polish, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach has a private beach, tennis courts, and chicer rooms at just slightly higher rates. However, rooms there will lack kitchens.
Built in 2007 and renovated in 2012, this contemporary, four-pearl, 210-unit hotel in Old Dubai is a part of the Millennium Hotels brand. Prices are low for large rooms with flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. Superior Rooms offer views of the Dubai Creek and private balconies, while Deluxe Rooms have separate sleeping areas and living rooms with kitchenettes. Amenities include several restaurants, a free shuttle to Jumeirah Public Beach and Dubai Outlet Mall, an outdoor swimming pool, and a Turkish bath. Because of the hotel’s proximity to a religious site, it is alcohol-free. The property targets those who are in town only for a short stay and the airport is a quick and convenient 10-minute drive away.
Built in 2007 and renovated in 2012, this contemporary, four-pearl, 210-unit hotel in Old Dubai is a part of the Millennium Hotels brand. Prices are low for large rooms with flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. Superior Rooms offer views of the Dubai Creek and private balconies, while Deluxe Rooms have separate sleeping areas and living rooms with kitchenettes. Amenities include several restaurants, a free shuttle to Jumeirah Public Beach and Dubai Outlet Mall, an outdoor swimming pool, and a Turkish bath. Because of the hotel’s proximity to a religious site, it is alcohol-free. The property targets those who are in town only for a short stay and the airport is a quick and convenient 10-minute drive away.