The World Islands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in The World Islands

Find the best The World Islands areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Aerial view on Palm Jumeira island in Dubai, UAE, on a summer day.

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 Aquaventure and The Pointe.

Downtown Dubai

Dubai Mall and KidZania 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.

Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing
Open Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing

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.

Wide panorama of the Persian Gulf with sandy beach and Bluewaters Island with the worlds famous largest Ferris wheel Dubai Eye and numerous skyscrapers with hotels and residences

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.

Deira

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Deira. Check out top attractions like Dubai Creek and Al Ghurair Centre, and jump on the metro at Abu Baker Al Siddique Station or Salah Al Din Station to see more of the city.

The Tower Plaza Hotel

The Tower Plaza Hotel

5 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Opp. Emirates Towers Dubai
The price is AU$74 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$74
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dubai Mall and City Centre Deira are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 30 May 2026

The Tower Plaza Hotel
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is AU$588 per night from 17 June to 18 June
AU$588
17 June - 18 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,683 reviews)
"Most incredible place you could possibly stay"

Reviewed on 8 June 2026

Atlantis, The Palm
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$63 per night from 17 June to 18 June
AU$63
17 June - 18 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,334 reviews)
"Very handy to the airport, good shuttle service. Room and staff were great"

Reviewed on 11 June 2026

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG
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DAMAC Maison Aykon City Dubai

DAMAC Maison Aykon City Dubai

5 out of 5
DAMAC - AYKON CITY Dubai
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Dubai Fountain are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (103 reviews)
"We stayed here as a family with my wife and our two young children. We are from Canada and have stayed at several hotels since arriving in the UAE, and this is easily our favorite so far, especially for families with kids. Check in was smooth and easy. The hotel offers complimentary valet parking, ..."

Reviewed on 9 June 2026

DAMAC Maison Aykon City Dubai
Pearl Executive Hotel Apartments

Pearl Executive Hotel Apartments

Riggat Al Buteen Street Dubai
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.2/10 (443 reviews)
"Breakfast very less items and almost empty vessels there in the table...poor staff struggling to comfort the customers due to the scarcity of quantities."

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Pearl Executive Hotel Apartments
Millennium Atria Business Bay

Millennium Atria Business Bay

4 out of 5
Al Abraj Street, Business Bay Dubai Dubai
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (157 reviews)
"1st room wasn't perfect. A bit noisy as we were at the front of the hotel. We were then moved to another room which was far better. Service was very good"

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Millennium Atria Business Bay
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Cities near The World Islands

Dubai

Dubai