Dubai Festival City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A city skyline with a large arched bridge over a body of water, fireworks in the sky, and modern high-rise buildings.
A marina with boats, a curved building, and a tall skyscraper with reflective windows.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings and a water fountain display.

Stay near popular Dubai Festival City attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Dubai Festival City Hotel Deals

Al Khoory Executive Hotel

Al Khoory Executive Hotel

3 out of 5
Al Wasl Area Dubai
Fully refundable
The price is AU$42 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$42
per night
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"The service was amazing, thank you"

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

Al Khoory Executive Hotel
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is AU$496 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$496
per night
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,628 reviews)
"The hotel was exactly as advertised"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Atlantis, The Palm
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Waha St Dubai Dubai
The price is AU$55 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$55
per night
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (188 reviews)
"Brilliant hotel Happy to stay agin The staff were very good specially Mustafa at the reception"

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel
The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
Al A'amal Street Dubai
The price is AU$90 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$90
per night
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (886 reviews)
"Not recommended!"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
Opp. Dubai Int'l Airport Terminal 3 Dubai
The price is AU$65 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
AU$65
per night
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,424 reviews)
"Very good service"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG
Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

5 out of 5
Al Abraaj Street Dubai
The price is AU$154 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$154
per night
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Dubai Festival City

Find the best Dubai Festival City areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Dubai Festival City
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Palm Jumeirah

Travellers love Palm Jumeirah for its stunning beaches, and you can see more of Dubai by jumping on the metro at Nakheel Mall Station or The Pointe Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Palm Jumeirah Mall and Aquaventure.

Downtown Dubai

Dubai Mall and Souk al Bahar are top sights in Downtown Dubai, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Dubai Trolley Station 1 Tram Station or Dubai Trolley Station 2 Tram Station to see more sights in the area.

Dubai Marina

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dubai Marina. Check out top attractions like Marina Beach and Dubai Marina Mall, and jump on the metro at Jumeirah Beach Residence 1 Tram Stop or Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 Tram Station to see more of the city.

Jumeirah Beach Residence

A bustling marina amazing beaches and top sights from Marina Beach to The Walk – discover Jumeirah Beach Residence, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables and Taj Dubai. 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.



Dubai Festival City Travel Guide

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