InterContinental Dubai - Festival City, an IHG HotelvsFairmont The Palm
Both InterContinental Dubai Festival City and Fairmont The Palm, Dubai are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, Fairmont The Palm, Dubai is preferred by most reviewers compared to InterContinental Dubai Festival City. Fairmont The Palm, Dubai has a TripExpert Score of 83 with positive reviews from 8 reviewers including Insight Guides, Star Service and Condé Nast Traveler.
InterContinental Dubai - Festival City, an IHG Hotel
Umm Ramool Rd, Dubai Festival City, Dubai 45777, United Arab Emirates
From $116/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Fashioned along the lines of a sailing yacht, the hotel cuts a striking silhouette rising from the south bank of Dubai Creek."
DK Eyewitness
"The InterContinental at Dubai Festival City is a chic property, with superb attention to detail and well-drilled staff on hand throughout the hotel’s vast amenities."
Time Out
"Inspired by the dhow boats that drift past it daily on the Creek, the Intercontinental Festival City is a modern dream of a hotel." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"A high-end, luxury chain hotel that's impressive in scale, sophistication, and facilities." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A sleek, modern, spacious hotel in the heart of Dubai’s buzzing shopping and entertainment hub, Festival City." Full review
Fairmont The Palm
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai 72413, United Arab Emirates
From $214/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Insight Guides
"Having opened in style, with a launch party that saw Hollywood’s A-listers walk down the red carpet, this popular theme resort houses 1,373 lavish guest rooms and 166 suites."
Lonely Planet
"Think twice before spending your money here."
Time Out
"There’s a colourful 3,000-piece glass sculpture in the lobby and the hotel has a unique, nautical-themed decor." Full review
Star Service
"Still, the Fairmont benefits from a solid mix of European and regional guests that flock to its recreational facilities and numerous dining outlets." Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"Offers a genuine taste of high-class Dubai -- with the premium price tag to match." Full review
Jetsetter
"Contemporary sleep on Dubai’s man-made island, the Palm, with four swimming pools, a private beach and splurge-worthy spa." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This beachfront hotel has a relaxed vibe but is still within easy reach of the city, with palm-shaded pools and views of Dubai Marina's skyscrapers in the distance." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Set on the trunk of Dubai's famous palm, the Fairmont is popular with beach-vacationing families." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Though the airport and city highlights are all a quick drive away, the Fairmont feels like a true getaway thanks to its setting on Palm Jumeirah island." Full review