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XVA Art HotelvsOne&Only The Palm
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, XVA Art Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to One&Only The Palm Dubai. XVA Art Hotel scores 90 with praise from 12 sources like Oyster, Fodor's and Rough Guide.
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
One&Only The Palm Concierge Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Lonely Planet Afar Magazine The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Hideaway Report Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler Show All Reviews
West Crescent, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai 114843, United Arab Emirates
From $1,005/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge "The nine sea-facing mansions have vast rooms off a central courtyard; rooms in mansion No. 9 offer both beach and city views."
Travel + Leisure "You could be anywhere in the world of luxury island resorts, but in fact this modern Arabian fantasy is located at one end of the crescent that tops the man-made extravaganza of the Palm Jumeirah." Full review
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Book a junior suite in Palm Beach Mansion 6, which has a private pool and beach access.
Star Service "Joining the other deluxe properties on this man-made island, One&Only offers its distinctive luxury at one of the area's smallest hotels." Full review
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Room service, like most any other request, operates on the guest's timetable.
Lonely Planet "The stunning Dubai skyline looms across the Gulf, yet this romantic and megaposh gem offers a complete retreat from the city." Full review
Afar Magazine "One&Only The Palm’s prime position on the tip of the outer breakwater—plus thriving starfish and transplanted mature palm trees—make the beach here feel at once natural and private." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"One&Only The Palm is one of Dubai’s most secluded and seductive beachside resorts." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "The One&Only The Palm resort has extra large rooms, spectacular city views, seaside swimming pools and all the luxuries you need for a top-class UAE vacation." Full review
Hideaway Report93.0
"Glamorous seaside resort on an artificial island, opposite the dramatic Marina district." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"Situated on the Palm Jumeirah, this luxury resort has a quiet, private feel -- plus an enviable beachfront locale -- which is not an easy feat in the busy city of Dubai." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"This resort compound of modern, sea-facing mansions... private villas, and a restaurant wing... backed by a beautiful pool garden occupies the best position on the man-made Palm Jumeirah island." Full review
