If you want to splurge in Dubai, you’ll have plenty of choices. Consider a stay at the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, a 7-star property that boasts the title of the world’s most luxurious hotel. The underwater suites at Atlantis The Palm, with aquariums in place of walls and ceilings, is another option for those looking for a luxury stay that provides breathtaking views of marine life direct from your bedroom.

There are plenty of luxury options in Dubai where you can enjoy a 5-star experience without worrying about cost. One idea is a hotel right in Jumeirah, at the Four Seasons Resort Dubai on the beachfront.

If you’re looking for an affordable hotel in Dubai, you’ll be able to find a wide range of options in both the downtown area and by the beach in the marina neighborhood, like the Suha Hotel Apartments by MONDO. Other reasonably priced options around Garhoud and Port Saeed are the Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport hotel and the Emirates Concorde Hotel & Suites, which offers amenities such as a spa, a gym and Turkish baths.

Most of the malls are located in downtown Dubai, but travelers wanting to experience some of the old-world history and culture the city has to offer can look to the neighborhoods along either side of Dubai Creek and the old city center. The Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights is an option in these neighborhoods close to Creek Park.

There are a few different options for getting around Dubai, but the city’s hop-on, hop-off bus service hits many of the major hotels, such as the Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront. The Red Bus route travels past the Burj Khalifa and through the downtown area, as well as the marina neighborhood, where you can book a room in the InterContinental Dubai Marina hotel.

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Dubai has many good options for spa hotels. The Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah provides luxury spa services from its beachfront resort. The Raffles Dubai is also highly regarded as a wellness hotel, with 5-star spa services, and is located close to the Dubai metro, making it a convenient choice.

The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Residences Dubai Al Barsha is one nice, low-cost option about a fifteen-minute walk from the Mall of the Emirates, while the Novotel Suites Mall of the Emirates is right across the road from the mall itself.

There are plenty of family-friendly hotels in Dubai, and families will find plenty of resort-style options around the marina area. Besides providing access to Dubai’s beautiful beaches, many of the resorts in this area are close to major attractions like Legoland and Aquaventure Water Park.

The Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach has a rooftop infinity pool which is perfect for lounging and enjoying the view of a picture-perfect Gulf sunset. Those wanting to stay somewhere in historic Old Dubai can check out the InterContinental Dubai Festival City, which features a transparent glass pool suspended 25 meters in the air, which lets swimmers take in the scenery below and watch passersby while taking a dip.