Where to stay in Dubai to experience the most out of the city?

Dubai is one of the world’s most famous cities, and for good reasons. The lavish lifestyle and extravagant entertainment options you get to enjoy here are certainly out of the world. Finding the right place to stay makes all the difference while visiting this modern metropolis, as the amenities of the hotel, as well as its proximity to centres of importance, will impact your trip greatly, be it for leisure or business.

Here are our recommendations for where to stay in Dubai to experience the most out of the city.

Burj Al Arab

The very image and landscape of Dubai is incomplete without the iconic sail-shaped Burj Al Arab hotel. The seven-star hotel has played host to an impressive guest list of VIPs, celebrities and public figures from all over the world and is guaranteed to leave you satisfied. The hotel is exuberant and exceptional in more than one way. The sail-shaped structure is built on an artificial island and is the tallest all-suite hotel in the city. The other features of the hotel include Al Mahara, the underwater restaurant and aquarium, the pure gold-gilded interior works, the massive Swarovski crystal ceiling, which is also the largest of its kind in the world, and the first-ever artificial luxury beach facility by the Jumeirah Beach.Hotel amenities at Burj Al Arab encompass a luxurious array of offerings, ensuring an unparalleled experience for guests seeking opulence and indulgence in the heart of Dubai.

Gevora Hotel

Famed as the world’s tallest hotel, the Gevora Hotel stands 356 metres (1,167 feet) tall, featuring 529 premium deluxe rooms and suites, 5 exceptional dining areas, leisure facilities such as jacuzzis with the main pool deck, and a fully equipped health club. Every room is curated to satisfy all your needs, from high-speed internet, television, amenities and toiletries and an in-built kitchenette to give you the feeling of home while being away from home.

Crowne Plaza Dubai Deira 

The five-star hotel Crowne Plaza Dubai Deira, ideally positioned in the business district of Dubai, is the best place to stay during your visit to Dubai, especially due to its proximity to a variety of places. There are a lot of entertainment and shopping options right next to the hotel, such as the classic gold and spice souks, Dubai mall- the world’s largest mall, and Deira Creekside with its stunning dhow and yacht cruises.

Atlantis the Palm

Atlantis the Palm, the massive five-star hotel lodged between the picturesque Arabian Sea and the rest of the Dubai skyline, truly takes luxury to a whole new level. What does walking into your hotel suite with views of the aquarium, as fishes and other water creatures swim past your room, across the other side of the wall sound like? Where else can you dine on Gordon Ramsay’s own menu, Michellin star hotels like Nobu all in one place? On top of all these incredible features, Atlantis is also home to the world’s largest waterpark- the Atlantis Aquaventure waterpark, all within the hotel premises.

JW Marriott Marquis Hote

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel is another jewel to Dubai’s skyline, standing firm with two magnificent towers soaring high above Sheikh Zayed Road, boasting unbeatable views of the cityscape, located right at the heart of Dubai’s Downtown District. The hotel is also one of the tallest of its kind in the world, with tastefully furnished rooms and exquisite suites, complete with high-speed internet and lavish marble bathrooms, and a 24-hour room service that is second to none. Check out the Saray Spa if you need a quick massage or the outdoor pool to find some time to unwind. Over 10 restaurants within the hotel serve multinational cuisines such as Indian, Thai, Japanese and more.