Kempinski Hotel Mall Of The EmiratesvsAnantara Downtown Dubai
Both hotels are endorsed by expert reviewers. Overall, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates is the choice of most writers compared to The Oberoi, Dubai. Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates comes in at 85 with recommendations from 7 sources including Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and The Telegraph.
Kempinski Hotel Mall Of The Emirates
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 Telegraph
9.0
"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
Anantara Downtown Dubai
Burj Area - Business Bay, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai 71847, United Arab Emirates
From $143/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Condé Nast Traveler
"Floor-to-ceiling windows in every room, free Wi-Fri, free shuttle service to the Dubai mall, walk-in closets, and personalized butler service." Full review
Jetsetter
"Resort-style hotel with floor-to-ceiling views of the world's tallest building and a sublime spa." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Upmarket business hotels in Dubai seem to cross over into the leisure sector much more fluidly than in many big cities." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The 252-room luxury Oberoi is located in Business Bay, attracting primarily corporate travelers or tourists especially interested in taking the free shuttle to Dubai Mall." Full review