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XVA Art HotelvsInterContinental Dubai Marina, an IHG Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, XVA Art Hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to InterContinental Dubai Marina. XVA Art Hotel comes in at #6 in Dubai with accolades from 12 sources such as Frommer's, Condé Nast Traveler 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
InterContinental Dubai Marina, an IHG Hotel The Telegraph Fodor's Oyster
Dubai Marina, Bay Central, Dubai 393080, United Arab Emirates
From $165/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
The Telegraph8.0
"This design-conscious hotel features minimalist interiors, eye-catching artworks and celebrated British chef Jason Atherton's first restaurant in the Middle East." Full review
Fodor's "It's rare to find a large hotel brand that also delivers on style, but that's exactly what you'll find at the Intercontinental Dubai Marina." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The InterContinental Dubai Marina is a huge luxury hotel with minimalistic-chic decor." Full review
