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Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa vs Orient Guest House

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort and Orient Guest House are both endorsed by writers. On balance, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort ranks slightly better than Orient Guest House. Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort comes in at #24 in Dubai with accolades from 8 publications like The Telegraph, Gayot and Jetsetter.

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
Orient Guest House
Orient Guest House
8 / 10
Al Fahidi Street, Bastakiya Heritage Area, Dubai 46500, United Arab Emirates
From $99 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Located at the entrance to the Bastakiya Heritage area, this boutique hotel in a restored two-story villa is one of my personal favorites." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The restored Bastakia quarter wouldn't be complete without a traditional hotel, and this intimate courtyard-style property is it."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This delightful boutique hotel is situated in a renovated courtyard building in the historic Bastakiya area."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"One of only two heritage hotels in the city... occupying an old Bastakiya house arranged around a pair of pretty little courtyards."
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Popular with independent travellers of all ages who like the location of the Arabian Courtyard Hotel but prefer traditional charm and the intimacy of a small boutique hotel." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Located close to the XVA Hotel, this romantic boutique hotel captures the feeling of old Dubai." Full review