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Bab Al Shams Desert Resort and SpavsFour Points by Sheraton Bur Dubai
Both properties are rated very highly by experts. Overall, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is preferred by most writers compared to Four Points by Sheraton Bur Dubai. Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa ranks #17 in Dubai with accolades from 6 sources such as Time Out, Travel + Leisure and Frommer's.
Bab Al Shams Desert Resort and Spa
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International Endurance City, 308th Rd, P.O Box 8168, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $220/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Relaxation defines this enchanted desert resort, located 45 minutes outside Dubai near Endurance City." Full review
Rough Guide "Hidden out in the desert a 45-minute drive from the airport, this gorgeous resort occupies a wonderfully atmospheric replica Arabian fort."
Time Out "For a touch of old-style Arabia, without losing any modern comforts, desert resort Bab Al Shams is one of a kind." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"A popular, family-friendly resort and attracts a range of guests, including business travelers looking for something a bit different." Full review
Afar Magazine "The family-friendly Bab al Shams Desert Resort & Spa wraps around an oasis and looks out over gently rolling sand dunes that guests explore by 4x4, horse, camel, and mountain bike." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Meaning gateway to the sun, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is located in the desert outside of the city." Full review
Fodor's "Bab al Shams, translating as "doorway to the sun," is a five-star adobe brick oasis, a vision you'd expect to find on the edges of the Sahara desert, or perhaps as a set for a movie." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Escape big-city Dubai with a stay at Bab Al Shams, a low-slung desert resort modeled after an Arabian fort." Full review
Independent "There are desert adventures such as camel rides, falconry exhibitions and nature walks to enjoy...each of the rooms reflects the Middle East in its design, and provides guests with desert views"
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Lonely Planet "Resembling a fort and blending into the desertscape, Bab Al Shams is a tonic for escapists seeking to indulge their Arabian Nights fantasies" Full review
Four Points by Sheraton Bur Dubai
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Khalid Bin Waleed Street, "Bank Street," Bur Dubai, Dubai 33196, United Arab Emirates
From $158/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Insight Guides "Right in the heart of the old city, this comfortable and competitively priced four-star makes an excellent base for exploring Bur Dubai and Deira and boasts good facilities."
DK Eyewitness "Conveniently located for Bur Dubai souqs, Dubai Museum, the Bastakiya and Bur Juman shopping, this standard hotel is popular with business travellers and tourists on stopovers."
Time Out "The Four Points is a small and unremarkable hotel in the centre of town that is geared towards the budget business traveller." Full review
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"A good choice for those seeking Western-style comfort and familiarity, as well as an optimal location within walking distance of Bur Dubai's shopping and museums." Full review
Lonely Planet "A long stone's throw from a metro station... you’ll find an adequate gym, a small pool, a hot tub and two superb restaurants." Full review
