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XVA Art HotelvsDubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa
Both properties are rated very highly by experts. Overall, XVA Art Hotel ranks significantly better than Dubai Marine Beach Resort and Spa. XVA Art Hotel scores 92 with endorsements from 11 reviews such as The Telegraph, oyster.com and Lonely Planet.
XVA Art Hotel
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
The Telegraph Show All Reviews
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
Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa Fodor's Rough Guide Oyster
Lonely Planet
Jumierah Beach Road, PO Box 5182, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $147/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "This holiday village of two-story whitewashed Andalucian-style buildings is an interesting contrast to the high-rise blocks and mega-resorts dominating the emirate."
Rough Guide "This attractive resort is best known for its superb array of bars and restaurants – a major draw for most visitors."
Oyster Upscale
"This upscale resort is made up of 33 low-rise villas... it has a private beach, which is surrounded by the hotel's myriad of restaurants, bars, and night clubs." Full review
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Guests can choose from three pools surrounded by lush greenery, including a kids' pool.
Lonely Planet "You'll sleep well at this compact beachside resort, with villas set among pools and tropical gardens; it's within earshot of the waves." Full review
