Academic City Travel Guide

Dubai

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a prominent tower, and an intricate network of highways.
A shop with carpets and textiles.
A mosque with two minarets and a golden dome, a modern building with a blue glass facade, and a marina with boats.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent skyscraper and a beach filled with people.
The Burj Khalifa framed by an archway.

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Top hotels in Academic City

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG

3 out of 5
Kahraba South East Dubai
The price is £53 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
£53
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mall of the Emirates and The Walk ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (239 reviews)
"Would recommend love this place down"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Waha St Dubai Dubai
The price is £48 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
£48
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates are located ...
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

4 out of 5
Airport Road, Casablanca Street Dubai
The price is £53 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
£53
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is £512 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£512
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Atlantis, The Palm
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
East Crescent Road Dubai
The price is £182 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
£182
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

5 out of 5
Airport Road Dubai
The price is £93 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
£93
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"From our check in to a friendly welcome to check out, we could not fault this hotel."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
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Where to stay in Academic City

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Downtown Dubai

Dubai Mall and Souk al Bahar are top sights in Downtown Dubai, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Dubai Trolley Station 1 Tram Station or Dubai Trolley Station 2 Tram Station to see more sights in the area.

Palm Jumeirah

Travellers love Palm Jumeirah for its stunning beaches, and you can see more of Dubai by jumping on the metro at Nakheel Mall Station or The Pointe Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Palm Jumeirah Mall and Aquaventure.

Dubai Marina

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dubai Marina. Check out top attractions like Marina Beach and Dubai Marina Mall, and jump on the metro at Jumeirah Beach Residence 1 Tram Stop or Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 Tram Station to see more of the city.

Jumeirah Beach Residence

A bustling marina amazing beaches and top sights from Marina Beach to The Walk – discover Jumeirah Beach Residence, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables and Taj Dubai. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.



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