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Dubai Marina PINNACLE TIGER TOWER UNIT NO 4701, Dubai Marina, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

#3 of 722 hotels in Dubai

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 129 hostel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free Wifi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: June 3, 2024

    10
    True Exceptional people I meet here who I will never forget
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing! Whenever you have something bothering you they will try their best to help you.

    The people you will meet here are exceptional, the people who runs the place are always taking care of your needs. You are always welcomed and you feel like it is your home in no time. Was my first experience to be in a hostel and definitely won’t be the last time back here. Hostel location is very unique and all public transports are in 5 minutes walking distance. Special thanks to Demitri, Navid, Sash and Jutin

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 3, 2024

    10
    Everything is excellent
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 31 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything is excellent

    Everything is excellent

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: June 1, 2024

    10
    Au top
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great atmosphere, I felt like home ! Large kitchen and living room, nice bedrooms. Well connected (transport, bikes). The staff is amazing, I had a great time !

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    they made feel emotional while leaving ,i dont feel like going away from here

    the vibe ,not other hostel have in dubai

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2024

    9.0
    This is a good place to stay at.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hard plastic mats in restroom. Personally I’m not one to wear the sandals in restroom. So of course they did hurt my feet a little bit, but I’m fine.

    Around Dubai Marina and close to tram/metro. Supermarkets and restaurants close by. Awesome staff. They are amazing!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2024

    10
    The atmosphere is amazing! This is 💯 the best hostel !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was good.

    This is the best hostel to stay! I liked the people, location, health center. There is everything you need: clean kitchen and bathrooms, comfortable beds, very nice ambience, balcony with the city view. There are indoor as well as outdoor pools and a gym, metro is nearby, lots of shops and cafes. People are amazing! I felt like home! Definitely recommend!!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2024

    10
    Best place for backpacker
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s good for travellers

    Good vibe and its enjoyable place

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's a hostel, so don't expect five star accommodations. But it's clean, friendly staff, they provide a towel, a locker, and they have drinking water. My flight arrived around midnight and I didn't want to waste money on a hotel night so I stayed here the first night - no problem with late arrival, there's a 24/7 store nearby too, and a food place, all within a 2 minute walk.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2024

    10
    It’s a very nice hostel with very friendly staff (Liana, Jatin, Dmitry) and very clean and cozy environment. I also met
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All is good :)

    Perfect location (5 mins to the tram station on foot); comfy and clean room; bed with curtains and privacy; reasonable price; friendly staff; friendly roommates :) Everything is perfect here and I had a good staying experience.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2024

    10
    It’s a very nice hostel with very friendly staff (Liana, Jatin, Dmitry) and very clean and cozy environment. I also met
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All is good

    Perfect location (5 mins to the tram station on foot); comfy and clean room; bed with curtains and privacy; reasonable price; friendly staff; friendly roommates :) Everything is perfect here and I had a good staying experience.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2024

    10
    It’s a very nice hostel with very friendly staff (Liana, Jatin, Dmitry) and very clean and cozy environment. I also met
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All is good.

    Perfect location (5 mins to the tram station on foot); comfy and clean room; bed with curtains and privacy; reasonable price; friendly staff; friendly roommates :) Everything is perfect here and I had a good staying experience.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2024

    10
    Incredible
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    That I didn’t stay longer!

    The vibes here are just immaculate. The rooftop terrace is stunning! This hostel is up there with one of the best I’ve ever stayed in in all my life. It’s more than a hostel it’s a family. I don’t leave reviews but I feel like I must. The location is perfect right in the marina located next to many shops and close to the tram/metro. There’s a reason why this hostel is the best reviewed in Dubai

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 22, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Volunteer 'J' snooring, making the whole room sleepless, this did highly influence mine and others quality of stay, it wasn't even acceptable with noise cancellation airpods or 'earplugs' I'd like to point out that overweight and wrong sleep position is amplifying theese conditions, both apply to person above Said person that was harder hit literally by this circumstance was an American who as a lack of sleep fell from one of the upper bunk beds. Had to go to hospital for treatmentit, came back with a woolen bandage.. just to give an imagination how it can affect people, also loud noises way past midnight from lobby isn't necessarily you'd want for a good night rest either

    Group activities, organised whatsapp group

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice place clean the staff was very nice specially Dmitriy tq so much

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2024

    10
    Perfect place to stay in Dubai
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Nothing all was great

    The place is well located, close to the tram station, the staff friendly and always helpful. This is a social hostel and the brothers, Jatin and Dmitry taking care of the guest. They organized a trip on yatch, some cooked for us, J took us to his favorite bar. The building has a pool that is a plus. I would definitely come back to this place.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    The atmosphere was vibrant and welcoming. The common areas were well-designed for socializing, with plenty of activities organized by the hostel. Overall, this hostel provides an excellent experience for both solo travelers and groups. With its friendly staff, clean facilities, and vibrant atmosphere, it’s a great place to stay and meet new people. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I extended my stay sure and did it with excitement that I would come in booking and see that there were no places left. How this magic works i am not sure but each guest after couple hours like your old schoolmate or good friend. Comfortable beds, clean bath and kitchen, super Balcony and living room like at home.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2024

    9.0
    Everything was awesome. Just that The appartement is too small for so many people.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    To crowded,

    Nice people, atmosphere, clean, comfortable, location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 10, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I loved the people and environment it was very lovely the host managers were the best in bringing everyone together for activities and social places. Especially since everyone is from different backround!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2024

    9.0
    One of the best hostel in dubai owners and staff really friendly and helpful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything is good

    Everything

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 8, 2024

    10
    Worth every penny
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location is just magnificent

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 4, 2024

    10
    Dont look for other place papaya is the best
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Best

    Best hostel in all dubai so many nationality ,good vibe thats what this place is about and comfortable beds

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    10
    The best hostel in Dubai !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The vibe is spectacular! The staff is super attentive and professional. Without a doubt the best hostel in Dubai!

    Stayed in April 2024

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