10 Top-Rated Specialty lodgings in United Arab Emirates

May 4, 2023 Esmeralda Fenner

Nomadic tribal heritage and modern society co-exist in the UAE, a federation of seven emirates at the southeastern edge of the Arabian Peninsula. Look beyond the desert that consumes four-fifths of its area and you'll find UAE capital Abu Dhabi, an oil-rich city of skyscrapers, parks and malls, and Dubai, with its split personality of luxury resorts and covered marketplaces, upscale boutiques and local artisans. For a break from urban sprawl, journey over rolling red sand dunes into the Hatta Mountains, where the 200-year-old Sharia Mosque sits amid 30 restored buildings of sandalwood and mud.
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1. Dubai International Hotel

Terminal -3, Dubai International Airport, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Excellent
66%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 9232 reviews

Dubai International Hotel

Great!

Reviewed By Damianicolasalli

A good experiences! The perfecto plase to relax at the airport. All servicies excelentes. Peacefull. You can sleep as a king. Surely ill beback. Thank for every details. The locación Is excelente. A plasure!

2. Element Al Jaddaf, Dubai

Al Khail Road, AL Jaddaf Area, Dubai Street 26, Dubai 121515 United Arab Emirates
Excellent
88%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 244 reviews

Element Al Jaddaf, Dubai

The hotel’s casual and vibrant atmosphere together with its ergonomic design, quiet nooks, sun filled spaces, family and pet-friendly amenities evoke the feeling of home. Each spacious room at Element Al Jaddaf features the signature Heavenly® bed, a spa-inspired bathroom, oversized closets and a fully-equipped kitchen. For busy mornings, tuck into our complimentary healthy Rise® breakfast or select snacks from our lobby café before you explore the city using our shuttle services to the Dubai Mall, Festival City, Wafi Mall, Jumeirah and Al Jaddaf Metro station. Alternatively, work from the comfort of your room or the hotel’s modern workstation, or opt to conduct your business at one of the three meeting rooms. Recharge and refresh at the fitness center open 24 hours a day and outdoor swimming pool deck or adventure the outdoors on two wheels from the hotel’s ‘Bikes to Borrow’ facility and EV Charging Station.

Great stay and lovely staff

Reviewed By burpingbutterfly1

Had a wonderful stay at Element, Al Jaddaf. Rooms are comfortable and clean. The staff are extremely polite, helpful, and friendly. Special shout out to Monica and Shohaib. The Area is pretty nice too with proximity to the metro and couple of restaurants.

3. InterContinental Residence Suites Dubai F.C, an IHG Hotel

Dubai Festival City C/O Intercontinental Hotel Apartment Residence Suites, Dubai 112225 United Arab Emirates
Excellent
81%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 484 reviews

InterContinental Residence Suites Dubai F.C, an IHG Hotel

Towering over the Dubai skyline, residence suites combine elegant comfort with the service and amenities of a five-star hotel. Savour the aroma of Italian dishes served from MezzaLuna's display kitchen or revive in our leisure complex featuring a 25 metre indoor lap pool, children's pool, spa pool and sun deck with stunning city views. Ideally located, InterContinental Residence Suites is minutes from the Dubai Festival City mall, luxury marina, Dubai downtown and the World Trade Centre.

Spectacular Staff and Amenities

Reviewed By Tara M

I cannot say enough great compliments to the InterContinental staff, from the front desk to the restaurant servers, chef, concierge fitness and pool team and especially housekeeping. Thanks Saiful, Omraj and Jamal for making our stay spectacular.

4. Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi

Al Wathba South, Abu Dhabi 56620 United Arab Emirates
Excellent
76%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
4%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 370 reviews

Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi

Deep within the desert landscape of Abu Dhabi, Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi is an intimate retreat suffused with natural beauty and serene tranquility. With a distinct Spa as the hallmark of the hotel experience, guests can re-balance their equilibrium and embark on an individual wellness journey. Inspired by classical dwellings, the boutique resort’s 99 guest rooms and villas feature timeless local details, traditional artwork, and Arabesque accessories, alongside a range of dining destinations showcasing the dunes to panoramic perfection. Step away from it all into an exclusive natural environment, with the space to reconnect and the freedom to lose yourself.

What a wonderful stay!

Reviewed By Sciura00

From the moment we entered the Al Wathba area, we knew this is going o be something special. We loved the room, but the complete resort is very beautiful. The staff was extraordinary caring and supporting for any wish that we implied. Thanks a lot to the team for this great stay!

5. dusitD2 Kenz Hotel

Sheikh Zayed Road Barsha Heights, Near Internet City Metro Station, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Excellent
71%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1341 reviews

dusitD2 Kenz Hotel

Located in the Barsha Heights district of Dubai facing Sheikh Zayed Road, the dusitD2 kenz hotel is an upscale, contemporary hotel that caters to both business and leisure travelers. The hotel is strategically located next to Dubai Internet City Metro Station, with major leisure and business destinations such as Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai international Airport, Dubai Marina and Dubai Mall within easy reach. This contemporary hotel comprises of 237 rooms and suites, an executive floor, a rooftop pool, a spa and a fitness centre. With a natural passion for the finest ingredients, exquisite flavors and modern presentation, dusitD2 kenz hotel offers unique dining options at our restaurants, Ostro and Wise Kwai, taking diners on a memorable journey defined by Mediterranean cuisine and Thai market street food.

Comfortable, very clean, great service, big breakfast buffet with a wide variation

Reviewed By B5002ENrandyp

Only 1 min by foot to the metro station, very helpful staff, big room, very clean, Food very tasty and included breakfast buffet with a very wide variation of food. Supermarkets and take away nearby. All in all great stay

6. Royal M Hotel And Resort

Al Bateen Marina, Abu Dhabi 62500 United Arab Emirates 011 971 2777100
Excellent
64%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 694 reviews

Royal M Hotel And Resort

Very clean and nice hotel

Reviewed By _L6998AL

I love it, clean rooms Smells good Breakfast is great and delicious The pool very nice And quiet i will come back I love it, clean rooms Smells good Breakfast is great and delicious The pool very nice And quiet i will come backkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk

7. Citymax Sharjah

Al Wahda Rd Abu Shagara District, Sharjah 25243 United Arab Emirates
Excellent
58%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 762 reviews

Citymax Sharjah

Enjoy a quick trip to several landmarks and monuments in Sharjah and even to Dubai with the conveniently located Citymax Hotel Sharjah. Citymax’s comfortable location is just 15km from both Dubai International Airport and Sharjah International Airport and a short ride from some of the top tourist sites in Sharjah and Dubai, as well as world-class shopping malls and restaurants. Citymax Hotel Sharjah has two dining options, Sizzling Wok – Pan Asian restaurant and our all-day dining restaurant, City Café. Every one of its 239 guestrooms provides a cosy city life and creature comforts such as free WiFi. Citymax also offers a relaxing pool and functional rooms. Whether you’re in Sharjah for fun in the sun or to get a job done, Citymax has everything you need to make it happen just like you planned it.

BUSINESS

Reviewed By ntyagi299309

It was business trip. I enjoyed this trips with my friends & relatives. Dubai is really awesome. I have limited time, so I miss many things to see. if God allows, next visit will enjoy more. Thanks to God

8. Millennium Executive Apartments Mont Rose

Al Barsha South Dubai Science Park, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Excellent
86%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 93 reviews

Millennium Executive Apartments Mont Rose

Conveniently located in the heart of Al Barsha, Dubai Science Park, Millennium Mont Rose Executive Apartments offers a vibrant and growing environment for the science sector where businesses and residents can live and thrive in this innovation savvy neighborhood. Find yourself in the midst of one of Dubai’s newest suburbs, with easy access through Al Khail Road to some of the best shopping centers

Creative, yum food and most courteous Dubai stopover

Reviewed By Susanne H

Took up Emirates’ excellent current discount to “Millenium Mont Rose Executive Apartments” - a most hospitable & restful stopover, great views, & laps in pool! Such obliging staff. Thanks for early check-in assistance, great coffee & - a yummy, so interesting & innovative falafel wrap & coleslaw lunch, by TASHI! A big recommendation here from me, too. With thanks XS

9. Beach Rotana Residences

10th Street Al Zahiyah Area, Abu Dhabi 45200 United Arab Emirates
Excellent
68%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 454 reviews

Beach Rotana Residences

Designed to suit the needs of modern business travellers, holidaying families and long-stay guests, Beach Rotana Residences presents 326 luxury serviced apartments, with one-, two- and three-bedroom options available. Contemporary, elegant and furnished to the highest standards, each apartment offers guests a luxurious residential experience in the heart of the city. Each studio and apartment features a workspace, living and dining areas and a kitchen with high-end amenities. Many also have balconies with waterfront views. Dine at two restaurants – Acacia and Al Yasmine Lobby Lounge – pop next door to experience 11 dining destinations at Beach Rotana city resort, or order from the in-room menu and dine in — the choice is yours. Keep fit, get sporty or relax at Beach Rotana Residences, which has its own Bodylines Fitness & Wellness Club or at Beach Rotana, where guests have full access to a private beach club, kids pool, squash, tennis courts as well as Zen the spa.

Great for long stays

Reviewed By Connector04475999040

I stayed at the Beach Rotana Residence for 13 days, in that time, the staff has been friendly, the rooms were clean, the thermal and sound insulation is great! I really liked having a washing/drying machine, and an iron in the room.

10. Sleep 'n fly at Dubai International Airport A-Gates /Terminal 3

Opposite Gate A1 - Concourse A (Terminal 3 - Transit Area) Dubai International Airport (DXB), Dubai United Arab Emirates
Excellent
29%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
12%
Terrible
26%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 116 reviews

Sleep 'n fly at Dubai International Airport A-Gates /Terminal 3

Welcome to your new Sleep Lounge experience at Dubai International Airport, conveniently located opposite Gate A1 in the heart of Concourse A (Terminal 3). Inspired by nature, tranquility and relaxation, and Scandinavian-designed for comfort, style and necessity, our new DXB flagship Lounge sets the new standard for short-term transit accommodation at the world’s major aviation hubs!

Great experience and customer service! Kudos to the staff

Reviewed By Daydream57947309107

From check in process to assisting me inside the lounge, the staff at the reception was very helpful. They show very good customer service, they always tend to our need. The cleaner inside the lounge is also helpful. The lounge itself is clean and i definitely had a good rest and experience.

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