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XVA Art HotelvsArabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa
Both hotels are rated highly by expert writers. Overall, XVA Art Hotel is the choice of most reviewers compared to Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa. XVA Art Hotel scores 90 with endorsements from 12 reviewers like Fodor's, DK Eyewitness and Insight Guides.
XVA Art Hotel
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
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Al Fahidi Quarter, formerly Bastakiya, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $68/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Multilingual
Frommer's "Inside the Bastakiya old quarter area, XVA is one of the best inexpensive finds in Dubai." Full review
Concierge "Artsy expatriates are drawn to XVA, especially on a Wednesday, when it plays host to offbeat art-house films and lectures."
Fodor's "Dubai's first boutique hotel still has a faithful following of trendy guests, and it's easy to see why." Full review
Insight Guides "No other paid accommodation in Dubai can compete with the XVA Gallery’s authentic Arabian offering."
DK Eyewitness "This elegant hotel in a restored courtyard house is full of atmosphere. The stylish hotel rooms are minimalist in design."
Rough Guide "One of Dubai’s very few genuine heritage hotels, this atmospheric gallery-cum-café has seven guest rooms tucked away around the back of a fine old Bastakiya house."
Afar Magazine "There is a running trail along Dubai Creek and the hotel can recommend nearby beaches, and fitness centers at all price points." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Owned and operated by the XVA Gallery, the XVA Hotel is located in the Bastakiya district." Full review
Oyster Mid-Range
"The mid-range XVA Art Hotel packs a whole lot of art into a small boutique hotel -- not a common feat in mega-hotel loving Dubai." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Arty Arabian minimalism." Full review
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
