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Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira CreekvsBab Al Shams Desert Resort and Spa
Both Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek and Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa are endorsed by writers. Overall, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is the choice of most professionals compared to Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek. Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa has a TripExpert Score of 84 with endorsements from 9 reviewers such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Time Out.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Star Service
Oyster
The Wall Street Journal
Bani Yas Road, Dubai 476, United Arab Emirates
From $69/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness "Rooms here are comfortable, and there are Creek views from the small balconies."
Rough Guide "The oldest five-star in the city, this grand dame of the Dubai hotel world still has plenty going for it."
Star Service "Guests here are treated to views of the water, distant city skyline vistas and convenient access to the famous gold souk." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"A perfectly pleasant place to stay, with ample eating and drinking options and lovely creek views. Recently renovated rooms have a smart and contemporary feel." Full review
The Wall Street Journal "The Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek boasts an even more central location just across the creek from the old quarter where the city began."
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Bab Al Shams Desert Resort and Spa
Frommer's Rough Guide
Time Out Oyster
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Independent
Lonely Planet Show All Reviews
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
