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Manzil Downtown By Vida vs XVA Art Hotel

Both properties are highly recommended by professionals. On balance, XVA Art Hotel ranks significantly better than Manzil Downtown. XVA Art Hotel scores 90 with endorsements from 12 sources like DK Eyewitness, Insight Guides and Rough Guide.

Manzil Downtown By Vida
Manzil Downtown By Vida
7 / 10
The Old Town, Downtown Dubai, Mohamed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Dubai 114822, United Arab Emirates
From $138 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Time Out Time Out
"The decor of the rooms is contemporary Arabic and all rooms boast a unique – if unusual – open style bathroom with a rainfall shower and gigantic oval-shaped bath." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This boutique hotel—the sister property of the Vida Hotel—radiates a modern, Arabic-inspired ambiance." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"A great family option." Full review
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Choose between a room with a view of the Burj Khalifa or the swimming pool.
National Geographic National Geographic
"Chic, 197-room four-star in the shadow of the world’s tallest building; contemporary Arabian style melds modern and traditional." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The 197-room Manzil Downtown Dubai is an upscale boutique property in the heart of downtown Dubai." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Manzil is a chic boutique property in a sea of luxury hotels from global mega-brands." Full review
XVA Art Hotel
XVA Art Hotel
8 / 10
Al Fahidi Quarter, formerly Bastakiya, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $68 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Multilingual
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Inside the Bastakiya old quarter area, XVA is one of the best inexpensive finds in Dubai." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Artsy expatriates are drawn to XVA, especially on a Wednesday, when it plays host to offbeat art-house films and lectures."
Fodor's 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 Insight Guides
"No other paid accommodation in Dubai can compete with the XVA Gallery’s authentic Arabian offering."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This elegant hotel in a restored courtyard house is full of atmosphere. The stylish hotel rooms are minimalist in design."
Rough Guide 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 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 Travel + Leisure
"Owned and operated by the XVA Gallery, the XVA Hotel is located in the Bastakiya district." Full review
Oyster 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 Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Arty Arabian minimalism." Full review
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