Title: Modern & Classy 1BR Overlooking Marina! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Modern & Classy 1BR Overlooking Marina! ## Photo gallery for Modern & Classy 1BR Overlooking Marina! ![Outdoor dining - Modern & Classy 1BR Overlooking Marina! (Dubai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59660000/59653400/59653306/242f882f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Modern & Classy 1BR Overlooking Marina! (Dubai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59660000/59653400/59653306/9dc0f2da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Modern & Classy 1BR Overlooking Marina! 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDubai-Hotels-Modern-Classy-1BR-Overlooking-Marina.h59653306.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDubai-Hotels-Modern-Classy-1BR-Overlooking-Marina.h59653306.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Dubai Marina, a neighbourhood in Dubai, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marina Beach and Kite Beach, while Wild Wadi Water Park and Aquaventure are popular area attractions. Dubai Miracle Garden and Global Village are not to be missed. [Visit our Dubai travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubai.dx6053839) [View more Apartments in Dubai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubai-Apartments.d553248635974547388-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C25.07161%2C55.13181&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=L3OZvU3N68Bg2uQXV9YxPKTcuGA=) Al Sayorah Street, Dubai, DU, 00000 ### What's nearby - ![Dubai Marina at day with boat and blue sky, UAE](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338661/956c05bc-34d4-465e-932f-53ed9618774a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Walk 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![The Beach Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053839/885b4f35-646b-4c93-9d56-75fd968b5094.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Beach Mall 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Dubai Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180861/4410918c-6f60-43b7-a7e0-77ef6711fd0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Marina Beach 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Sprouting like grasses.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053839/f4c501e0-d528-4c56-9176-0d288b092e83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bluewaters Island 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Dubai. Marina Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126689/961f571d-3a03-497d-b930-386f1764ff1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dubai Marina Mall 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 Tram Station 4 min walk - Dubai (DWC-Al Maktoum Intl.) 27 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 6 min walk - Starbucks (ستاربكس) 6 min walk - Al Bait Al Shami 6 min walk - Le Rivage 4 min walk - Saravanaa Bhojan Shala 7 min walk ## About this property ### Modern & Classy 1BR Overlooking Marina! Apartment near The Walk Close to Dubai Marina Mall, Modern & Classy 1BR Overlooking Marina! provides amenities, such as a terrace and a gym. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property and a lift Room features All guest rooms at Modern & Classy 1BR Overlooking Marina! include comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as Internet access. 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check-in end time: 8:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Breakage deposit: AED 218.00 per stay - A tax is imposed by the city: AED 10.00 per accommodation, per night A tourism fee is imposed by the city and collected at the property. The fee is AED 10.00 for the first bedroom per night, and increases by AED 10.00 per night for each additional bedroom. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit/debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Property Registration Number 792335 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Modern & Classy 1BR Overlooking Marina! Dubai Modern & Classy 1BR Overlooking Marina! Apartment Modern & Classy 1BR Overlooking Marina! 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