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Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah BeachvsXVA Art Hotel
Both properties are recommended by writers. On balance, XVA Art Hotel ranks significantly better than Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach. XVA Art Hotel scores 92 with praise from 11 reviewers like The Telegraph, Travel + Leisure and DK Eyewitness.
Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach
Frommer's
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai Marina, PO Box 473828, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $200/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This reputable French-chain hotel has a lovely property on one of the most beautiful sea-spots of Dubai." Full review
Star Service " It does, however, deliver on its promised resort atmosphere, which is why its rooms are always full and its guests are always happy." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located across the street from one of Dubai's best beachfront dining and shopping promenades...rooms overlook the water and have a private balcony, featuring teak furnishing and warm colors. "
Dubai Travel Guide
August 6, 2021
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
