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VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City
Restaurant

VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City

8.2 out of 10, Very good, (62)
"Family friendly "
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City
Jumeirah Burj Al Arab Dubai
2 indoor pools, 2 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge)

Jumeirah Burj Al Arab Dubai

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Amazing hotel "
The price is €1,193
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Jumeirah Burj Al Arab Dubai
Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf
Lake view

Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (759)
"Everything is fabulous, a must stay if you’re visiting Dubai"
The price is €970
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf
C Central Resort the Palm
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

C Central Resort the Palm

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (560)
"We love our stay."
C Central Resort the Palm
Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Dubai
Front of property – evening/night

Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Dubai

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Great beach, pool area, very nice room and bathroom. "
The price is €345
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Dubai
Hotel Avalon Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle
Private beach nearby, free beach shuttle, beach cabanas, sun-loungers

Hotel Avalon Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (127)
"Easy parking and very friendly staff. "
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Avalon Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle
FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai
3 BED | XL Terrace Pool Suite | View from room

FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai

5.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great property with nice facilities and friendly staff"
The price is €418
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai
Atlantis, The Palm
Front of property – evening/night

Atlantis, The Palm

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1585)
"Great ocean view and very good food in the restaurant. "
The price is €775
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Atlantis, The Palm
Rove City Centre, Deira
Exterior

Rove City Centre, Deira

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Great staff and room, reasonable rates, easy shuttle to and from the airport, definitely will stay here again"
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Rove City Centre, Deira
Rove City Walk
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Rove City Walk

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Lovely spot for basic clean room, with excellent breakfast, lovely pool area, great shuttle service. Rooms aren’t lux, but for the price you can’t beat the service, breakfast and restaurant/ bar, and helpful staff."
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Rove City Walk
Rove Downtown Dubai
Exterior

Rove Downtown Dubai

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Best hotel ever "
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Rove Downtown Dubai
FIVE Jumeirah Village Dubai
2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM, free pool cabanas

FIVE Jumeirah Village Dubai

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (861)
"great hotel"
The price is €188
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
FIVE Jumeirah Village Dubai
Jumeirah Beach Hotel Dubai
Beach/ocean view

Jumeirah Beach Hotel Dubai

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Amazing hotel!!"
The price is €786
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Jumeirah Beach Hotel Dubai
Grand Millennium Business Bay
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine

Grand Millennium Business Bay

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (53)
"Excellent Location and access to nearby services"
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Grand Millennium Business Bay
NH Collection Dubai The Palm
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

NH Collection Dubai The Palm

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (425)
"Very nice place"
The price is €231
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
NH Collection Dubai The Palm
One&Only The Palm
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

One&Only The Palm

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (181)
"This was the best hotel that I have ever stayed in. The service was unbelievable. The staff were amazing and their attention to detail was incredible. Jahirul and Farouk were fantastic. I highly recommend anyone looking for an ultra luxurious experience to stay here."
The price is €787
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
One&Only The Palm
Armani Hotel Dubai, Burj Khalifa
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Armani Hotel Dubai, Burj Khalifa

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (973)
"Best hotel I have ever stayed in "
The price is €629
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Armani Hotel Dubai, Burj Khalifa
Al Khoory Atrium Hotel
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Al Khoory Atrium Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (810)
"Great location and great staff"
Al Khoory Atrium Hotel
Shangri-La Dubai
Poolside bar

Shangri-La Dubai

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1461)
"Great place to stay"
The price is €216
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Shangri-La Dubai
Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort
Billiards

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (779)
"Truly one of the most accommodating environments I’ve ever experienced. The staff couldn't be more welcoming and would assist in everything to make my stay as relaxing as possible."
The price is €345
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort
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Where to stay in Academic City

Find the best Academic City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Dubai Mall featuring interior views and shopping

Downtown Dubai

Dubai Mall and KidZania 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.

Aquaventure featuring a water park and rides
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Open Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing

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 which includes a city, skyline and a marina
Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing
Open Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing

Dubai Marina

Visit Dubai’s first purpose-built waterfront development to see a man-made canal city with luxury properties, parks, promenades and plenty of shopping opportunities.

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 Dubai Water Canal and Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables. 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.

Top Academic City Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

10/10 Excellent
"Our room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Staff were excellent, friendly and extremely helpful, cannot fault anyone or anything . We had a fantastic experience. Also the breakfast was amazing, catered for every culture and nationality. Would highly recommend this hotel, great value for money, and wouldn't hesitate to stay again if ever back in Dubai."
Sarah 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

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Frequently asked questions

What is Academic City like?

Academic City is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its university setting.

What's a favourite place to stay in Academic City?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City is the highest ranked property in Academic City. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

How many hotels will I find in Academic City?

When you want to find places to stay in Dubai, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Academic City.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Academic City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Academic City.

What is there to do around this Dubai neighbourhood?

Dubai Outlet Mall is one place you might want to visit in the area around Academic City. Make a stop at Dragon Mart and IMG Worlds of Adventure while you're sightseeing around the area.