Downtown Dubai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dubai Mall showing interior views and shopping
Burj Khalifa featuring a city, central business district and modern architecture
Dubai Mall which includes interior views and shopping
Dubai Mall which includes nightlife, night scenes and a city
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Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Downtown Dubai Hotel Deals

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

5 out of 5
Al Abraaj Street, Business Bay, Dubai
The price is AU$239 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$239
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,133 reviews)
"It was great!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

5 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay, Dubai
The price is AU$419 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$419
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,121 reviews)
"This was an amazing experience the best hotel. It had the friendliest people, it was clean it was affordable and the breakfast buffet was amazing. I love all my 6 days there and highly recommend."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
The First Collection Dubai Business Bay

The First Collection Dubai Business Bay

4 out of 5
Al A'amal Street, Dubai
The price is AU$373 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$373
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (690 reviews)
"Lovely team work and reception"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

The First Collection Dubai Business Bay
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Business Bay Apartments

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Business Bay Apartments

6B Marasi Drive, Dubai, DU
The price is AU$234 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$234
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (195 reviews)
"Had an amazing stay at Sonder! The location is super central and convenient for getting around. The hotel itself is modern, clean, and beautifully designed, and the staff were incredibly helpful throughout our stay. Would highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Business Bay Apartments
The First Collection Dubai Waterfront

The First Collection Dubai Waterfront

4 out of 5
Marasi Drive, Dubai, Dubai
The price is AU$302 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$302
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (176 reviews)
"The property is located in a prime area which is closer to a lot of restaurants and they also have a free shuttle to the Dubai mall."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

The First Collection Dubai Waterfront
Grand Millennium Business Bay

Grand Millennium Business Bay

4 out of 5
2 Al Khaleej Al Tejari 2 Street, Dubai
Fully refundable
The price is AU$253 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$253
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Dubai Cruise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (67 reviews)
"Overall good place to stay"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Grand Millennium Business Bay
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Dubai

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Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Dubai Water Canal and Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.

Business Bay
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DIFC

DIFC is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Tabari Artspace and XVA Gallery, and you can get around town on the metro at Financial Centre Station.

DIFC
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Al Wasl

Al Wasl is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Coca-Cola Arena and City Walk.

Al Wasl
Zabeel Park showing a garden

Za'abeel

Well liked for its restaurants and theme parks, Za'abeel is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dubai Frame and Dubai Water Canal, and jump on the metro at Max Fashion Station to get around the city.

Za'abeel
Jumeirah Mosque showing a mosque, religious aspects and interior views

Jumeirah

4/5(1 area review)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Jumeirah. A stop by La Mer or La Mer North Beach might round out your trip.

Jumeirah
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Jadaf

Spend some time visiting places like Dubai Creek while getting to know Jadaf, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Creek Station or Al Jadaf Station to see more of the area.

Jadaf


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