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Kempinski Hotel Mall Of The EmiratesvsSofitel Dubai The Palm
Both properties are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates ranks significantly higher than Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa. Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates has a TripExpert Score of 81 with accolades from 6 publications such as oyster.com, Frommer's and Travel + Leisure.
Kempinski Hotel Mall Of The Emirates
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Star Service
Oyster
The Telegraph
Independent
Lonely Planet
Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Barsha, Dubai 120679, United Arab Emirates
From $185/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "With a number of ski chalets attached to the indoor snow park, the alpine-themed Kempinski achieves a level of unmatched creativity." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Set in the heart of so-called New Dubai (about 20 minutes south from downtown), this 393-room hotel looks right onto one of Dubai’s most extravagant new attractions." Full review
Time Out "Located at one of Dubai’s most famous malls, the Kempinski is also known for being next to Ski Dubai – the Middle East’s only indoor ski slope." Full review
Star Service "Shoppers, expatriates and business travelers will find this an absolute winner both for its location near the Mall of the Emirates and its proximity to Jumeirah Beach and the business district." Full review
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Guests looking for the opposite end of the spectrum should choose the pool rooms that open directly to the swimming pool from a terrace.
Oyster Luxury
"A luxury chain hotel attached to a shopping center of the same name and with direct access to the adjoining indoor ski slopes." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"With cosy chalets overlooking an indoor ski slope, this five-star hotel offers one of Dubai’s most unique sleeps." Full review
Independent "Not only is this hotel connected to one of the city’s largest malls, but some of its rooms have views of the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East"
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Lonely Planet "Adjoining the Mall of the Emirates, the Kempinski is perfect for a shopping holiday." Full review
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Oyster
Fodor's The Telegraph
The Palm Jumeirah, East Crescent road 55558, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $249/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"The Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa is a five-pearl low-rise hotel situated on the East Crescent of Dubai's iconic Palm Jumeirah." Full review
Fodor's "Palm Jumeirah has some of the most expensive hotel real estate in Dubai, but the Sofitel offers a good balance between luxury, convenience, and price." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A well-furnished beach, an infinity pool, a sky-deck pool, an indulgent spa and a 24-hour gym tick all the leisure boxes at this high-rise Palm Jumeirah hotel." Full review
