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Arabian Courtyard Hotel & SpavsSwissotel Al Murooj Dubai
Both properties are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Roda Al Murooj scores marginally better than Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa. Roda Al Murooj comes in at #35 in Dubai with endorsements from 6 sources such as Oyster, DK Eyewitness and Time Out.
Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Al Fahidi Street, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $49/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "Located across the street from the Dubai Museum, this is one of the city's best-value four-star hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The fine views from the Arabian Courtyard are some of Dubai’s most fascinating. The Arabianinspired rooms are spacious and the staff is friendly."
Time Out "The Arabian Courtyard is so heavily themed on the heritage angle that you’ll be surprised to discover it’s one of the city’s newer hotels." Full review
Fodor's "The interior has an Arabian style, and the rooms are pleasing to the eye with ornate fretwork, wooden headboards, mirrors, tables and chairs, and wooden floors." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Ideal for those who prefer authentic Middle Eastern hustle and bustle over the five-star luxuries of new Dubai." Full review
Lonely Planet "Located opposite the Dubai Museum, this hotel is an excellent launch pad for city explorers." Full review
Swissotel Al Murooj Dubai DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Time Out
Star Service Lonely Planet
Oyster
Al Saffa St., PO Box 117546, Dubai 117546, United Arab Emirates
From $95/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness "Regular guests like the comfortable rooms and personable but professional service, while expats have taken a liking to the many relaxed restaurants and cafés on site."
Rough Guide "In a handy location between Sheikh Zayed Road and the Dubai Mall, this sprawling establishment feels more like a traditional resort than a business hotel."
Time Out "Literally opposite Dubai Mall, the hotel’s a great family base for exploring all that the city has to offer." Full review
Star Service "Designed to capture the feel of an urban oasis, this hotel's exterior takes on a tropical feel that carries into a sophisticated interior." Full review
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Registration is quick and efficient, although staffers are known to mistakenly overlook special requests on occasion.
Lonely Planet "Although catering largely for a business clientele, the Al-Murooj also has plenty in store for leisure travellers, including several pools, a resort-style layout and a fine fitness centre." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"Situated in the heart of downtown Dubai, Roda Al Murooj is an upscale hotel housed within a large leisure complex that's located a 10-minute walk from the Dubai Mall." Full review
