Where to Stay
Dubai is strategically located on a 10 kilometre creek which divides it into two parts; Deira on the north side and Bur Dubai to the south. Also to the south of the Creek are Jumeirah and Sheikh Zayed Road with desert hotels out toward Jebel Ali.
Deira Dubai's old city and its commercial and business centre, Deira is home to traditional gold and spice souks. Hotel choices include
Carlton Tower Hotel and
Hilton Dubai Creek, both with magnificent views over the Creek. The
Hyatt Regency Dubai is located on the Dubai Corniche while the
JW Marriott Hotel is more city centre. Mid range choices include
Marco Polo Hotel and
Ramada Continental Hotel.
Bur Dubai Located to the south of the Creek, this neighborhood is home to mid-market hotels including the
Ascot Hotel,
Capitol Hotel and
Hotel Seaview.
Jumeirah Beach Located to the west of the Creek, Jumeirah Beach boasts Dubai's world famous resorts and hotels, the
Wild Wadi Water Park and Mall of the Emirates.
Burj Al Arab Hotel is rated by the Cranley independent hotel ratings and information group as a Cranley 12, the highest and most exclusive rating awarded by Cranley. Next to Burj Al Arab is the luxurious
Madinat Jumeirah resort set in meandering waterways, rated an exclusive Cranley 11.
Jumeirah Beach Hotel enjoys extensive sport, dining, conference and children's facilities.
Dubai Marina This up and coming development area has good business and tourist connections and is home to some exclusive hotels that include
Grosvenor House,
Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa and
Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa.
Sheikh Zayed Road This new business area of Dubai is growing and includes the World Trade Center and a superb choice of business style hotels including
Dusit Dubai Hotel & Apartments and the exclusive
Emirates Towers Hotel. For convenience, business travellers will also find the newly built
Ibis World Trade Center hotel a convenient walk to the World Trade Center.
Desert For leisurely travel beyond the city,
Jumeirah Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is an absolute must. Near
Jebel Ali is the
Green Community where
Courtyard by Marriot, located on a lake, is a perfect choice.