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XVA Art HotelvsJumeirah Dar Al Masyaf
Both hotels are rated highly by professionals. On balance, XVA Art Hotel ranks significantly better than Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf at Madinat Jumeirah. XVA Art Hotel scores 90 with recommendations from 12 publications including Oyster, Frommer's and Insight Guides.
XVA Art Hotel
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
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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
Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf Fodor's Travel + Leisure Rough Guide
Time Out
Star Service The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler Afar Magazine
Al Sufouh Road, Madinat Jumeirah Resort, Dubai 75157, United Arab Emirates
From $2,359/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Like the summer houses preferred by the Arabian sheikhs, Dar Al Masyaf offers an intimate hideaway for those who want to be secluded." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Some of the most exclusive accommodations at the Madinat Jumeirah Resort, Dar Al Masyaf is composed of 29 two-story summer houses containing a total of 283 guest rooms and suites." Full review
Rough Guide "A more intimate alternative to the Madinat Jumeirah’s big two hotels, Dar al Masyaf consists of a chain of modest, low-rise villa-style buildings scattered around the edges of the Madinat complex."
Time Out "Even by Dubai’s high standards of service and luxury, the Dar Al Masyaf summer houses are a little bit special." Full review
Star Service "This sprawling resort encompasses various accommodations within the Mina A'Salam, Al Qasr and Dar al Masyaf." Full review
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Gulf houses offer direct beach access making them some of the most requested units by repeat guests.
The Telegraph9.0
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Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf is the most intimate, exclusive property within the Madinat Jumeirah complex, made up of 29 low-rise summer houses overlooking meandering waterways." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This sprawling family resort is designed to resemble traditional Arab summer houses interconnected by canals." Full review
Afar Magazine "At the end of a white-sand beach, away from the package-tour and convention crowds, Dar al Masyaf is a tranquil boutique hotel within the sprawling Madinat Jumeirah complex of seaside resorts." Full review
