Dubai South Travel Guide

Dubai

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated skyscrapers, a prominent tower, and a complex network of roads.

Things to do

double decker tour bus outside the Atlantis hotel in Dubai

Dubai: Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

£32
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Expo City Dubai - Attractions Pass

Expo City Attraction Pass – Your All Access Key to the City of the Future

£29
per adult
Expo City Attraction Pass – Your All Access Key to the City of the Future
Dubai Airport Same Day Luggage Services

Dubai Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)

£26
per traveller
Dubai Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
IMG Worlds of Adventure Dubai

IMG Worlds of Adventure Tickets with Transfers & Fast Track Options

£46
per adult
IMG Worlds of Adventure Tickets with Transfers & Fast Track Options
outdoor restaurant patio seating at night in Dubai

Dinner at Bab Al Shams Al Hadheerah Desert Restaurant

£118
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Dinner at Bab Al Shams Al Hadheerah Desert Restaurant
Motiongate Dubai Park with 2 way Transfer

Motiongate Dubai Park with 2 way Private Transfer

£176
per adult
Motiongate Dubai Park with 2 way Private Transfer
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Top hotels in Dubai South

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Waha St Dubai Dubai
The price is £73 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
£73
17 Oct - 18 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
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is £412 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
£412
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,625 reviews)
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We chose Atlantis The Palm Dubai for our honeymoon, and it was such a beautiful and memorable experience. ❤️ From the moment we arrived, everything felt special. The resort is stunning, our stay was comfortable, and the service from the staff was warm and attentive. The beautiful views, amazing ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

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 £140 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
£140
6 Oct - 7 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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,283 reviews)
"The place was fantastic"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
Millennium Place Marina

Millennium Place Marina

4 out of 5
Al Marsa Street Dubai Dubai
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £93 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
£93
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,185 reviews)
"Great hotel, lovely staff. Dinner buffet not the greatest but overall lovely property and great location."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Millennium Place Marina
The First Collection Marina, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The First Collection Marina, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Seba Street, Dubai Marina Dubai
The price is £92 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
£92
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Hotel and staff were great ,superb breakfast and sports bar Very helpful and obliging Only disappointment was the hotel not within easy walking distance of beach Metro a 15 min walk away which with hot humid weather a bit inconvenient"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

The First Collection Marina, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
TRYP by Wyndham Dubai

TRYP by Wyndham Dubai

4 out of 5
Al Saef 1 Street, Barsha Heights Dubai
The price is £74 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
£74
6 Oct - 7 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"it was a good experience."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

TRYP by Wyndham Dubai
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Where to stay in Dubai South

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A multi-level shopping mall with a central atrium, palm trees, and a water feature.

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.

A wicker chair with striped cushions overlooking a coastal cityscape with a clear blue sea.
Photo by TM
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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.

A modern cityscape with high-rise buildings and a traditional boat docked at a marina.
Photo by TM
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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.

A coastal cityscape with a clear blue sea, a sandy beach, and a skyline of tall buildings.

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.

A nighttime aerial view of a city with a prominent skyscraper, illuminated roads, and a body of water.

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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