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Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa vs Ibis World Trade Centre Dubai

Both properties are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort scores significantly better than Ibis World Trade Centre Dubai. Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort comes in at #20 in Dubai with accolades from 8 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Gayot and The Telegraph.

Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
8 / 10
East Crescent, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $223 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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Star Service Star Service
"Located on the eastern side of the famous, man-made Palm Jumeirah island, this Anantara property is one of the most exclusive around." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The Anantara is certainly one of Dubai's prettier resorts, and it caters well to both romancing couples and families with kids." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"A prime beachfront location includes infinity and lagoon-style swimming pools, tennis court, workout facilities and kids and teen clubs."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Offering the only over water villas in the Middle East, this 293-room Thai-inspired oasis is located on the eastern crescent of Dubai's iconic Palm Jumeirah." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Be sure to raise a glass at sunset at Lotus Bar, have a private dining experience on the private jetty and book an Arabian pearl facial to round off your sea-inspired stay." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"This resort hotel on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah has a vast spa and a combination of lagoon rooms and villas, some over water." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Smith
"Set on a stretch of private golden sand, child-friendly Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort’s rooms and villas are decked out in sleek Siam style." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Brand new resort on Dubai’s Palm Islands, with a private beach, multiple restaurants and soon-to-open spa." Full review
Independent Independent
"If you’re looking to push the boat out and stay out of the city’s busier areas, Anantara The Palm is the perfect hideaway"
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December 16, 2021
Ibis World Trade Centre Dubai
Ibis World Trade Centre Dubai
7 / 10
Sheikh Zayed Rd, PO Box 9544, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $37 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Fodor's Fodor's
"If you are looking for a clean budget room backed by an international hotel chain, this property is a great choice."
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"This simple but comfortable four-star is perhaps the best-value hotel in the city, although rooms can get booked up quickly if there is a big event on at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre next door."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"One of Dubai’s best bargains, the Ibis offers small, clean and stylish rooms."
Time Out Time Out
"The ever-popular Ibis is a fuss-free affair; there’s no pool and facilities are minimal, but the hotel has invested its time and energy into the fundamentals." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"Great for travellers who want a no-frills base in Dubai." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Of several Dubai branches of this good-value chain, this one near the World Trade Centre is the most central." Full review