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The units come with air conditioning, an oven, a microwave, a kettle, a hot tub, a hair dryer and a desk. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with sea or lake views. At the homestay, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Location is very good. Amenities like gym and pool were great. Ahmed was very accommodating, will be back soon.

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9.1
Superb
107 reviews
Price from
£39
per night

Offering city views, Moon Backpackers Burjman Exit 2, Family Partitions, Loft partitions, is an accommodation set in Dubai, 2 km from Grand Mosque and 3.8 km from Dubai World Trade Centre. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The homestay has family rooms.

I felt a warm welcome all the time by Rajest and Nisha the owner. They are friendly and flexible.

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9.1
Superb
15 reviews
Price from
£33
per night

Amazing Double Room with En-suite, Marina and Sea views with shared kitchen is a beachfront property located in Dubai, less than 1 km from Marina Beach and a 17-minute walk from Barasti Beach. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The homestay provides a pool with sea views, spa facilities and a shared kitchen.

Very nice person! Very friendly and attentive. I was with child and everything was like home.. Good gum Everything close to home Recommend

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£55
per night

Towels and bed linen are provided in the homestay.

Sahara Centre is 16 km from the homestay, while Mall of the Emirates is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Dubai International Airport, 11 km from Shared Room in Dubai - D Bunkers Camp.

The host was very accommodating and took care of me during the whole duration of my stay. They became a good friend of mine. The place was so clean and quiet. It is well maintained and cleaned everyday. Most of the things you can find in a hotel are also available like towels, free drinking water, shampoo and body soap is also available. They have free coffee, tea and biscuits. Even the beds and pillows are soft enough and comfortable to sleep on. You have your own light and bedside wall outlet for you to charge. There is also privacy as each bed has its own curtain you can close for privacy. There are cabinets you can use for your clothes and There is also a small grocery store near. Its definitely a good deal for money.

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9.2
Superb
6 reviews

This air-conditioned homestay comes with a seating area, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a satellite flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the homestay. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Coming to such a villa among its high floors gave extreme comfort. We were so cramped that we needed ground floor accommodation. This place is great. The house, its design, its bathroom are incredible, definitely go and see it.

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9.6
Exceptional
18 reviews
Price from
£107
per night

Situated in Dubai, Serenity Paradise 2BR in Marina offers beachfront accommodation 700 metres from Barasti Beach and offers various facilities, such as an indoor pool and a shared lounge. The property has lake and garden views, and is 700 metres from Mina Seyahi Beach. The guest house features sea views, a year-round outdoor pool, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Very big rooms, nice and helpful staff, parking lot.

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9.4
Superb
66 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

Located in Dubai, less than 1 km from Grand Mosque, Heritage Home Guest House provides accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and full-day security. It is set 7.9 km from Dubai World Trade Centre and offers a housekeeping service. The guest house features family rooms.

Everything & The Antique Style Which Is One Our Favourite

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8
Very good
148 reviews

With free WiFi, this homestay features a cable flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are offered in the homestay. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a shared bathroom.

Very good, host was also good.

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8.6
Fabulous
309 reviews

Lunar Hostel is a recently renovated homestay in Dubai, where guests can makes the most of its pool with a view, garden and terrace. This beachfront property offers access to darts. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a lift and free WiFi.

I met sooo many incredible humans during my weeklong stay at Lunar Hostel. It is the cleanest hostel I have ever stayed in thanks to Sara & Safa’s cleaning skills :) The view from the balcony is amazing, and there is always someone to have a nice conversation with. The pool was my favorite part ! Thank you so much Sayeed, will most definitely be staying here if/when I return to Dubai. Cannot recommend more!

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8.4
Very good
553 reviews

XVA Art hotel is situated within the heart of historic Al Bastakiya. It offers elegant rooms featuring art by well-established designers and artists from the region, including Zayan Ghandour and Numa. Free WiFi is available.

The personnel was always available to help The location of the hotel is perfect for discovering the old Dubai The ambient and food at the hotel was excellent

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8.7
Fabulous
625 reviews
Price from
£115
per night

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  • XVA Art Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 625 reviews

    XVA Art hotel is situated within the heart of historic Al Bastakiya. It offers elegant rooms featuring art by well-established designers and artists from the region, including Zayan Ghandour and Numa.

    The way the whole place is set up is really charming.

  • Private room in Garden Villa
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Private room in Garden Villa is set in Dubai. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Local Super Host Experience , Stylish Private Rooms in a Shared apartment
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 106 reviews

    Set in Dubai, Local Super Host Experience, Stylish Private Rooms in a Shared apartment offers beachfront accommodation 500 metres from Barasti Beach and provides various facilities, such as pool with...

    Quit, clean, nice location, big room, amazing view

  • Shared Room in Dubai - D Bunkers Camp
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Dubai, 2.2 km from Dubai World Trade Centre and 4.1 km from Grand Mosque, Shared Room in Dubai - D Bunkers Camp provides air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

  • Serenity Paradise 2BR in Marina
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 66 reviews

    Situated in Dubai, Serenity Paradise 2BR in Marina offers beachfront accommodation 700 metres from Barasti Beach and offers various facilities, such as an indoor pool and a shared lounge.

    Nice shared apartment, good location, clean place 😊

  • Private room in the heart of Dubai with Burj Khalifa view
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews

    Offering a terrace and city view, Private room in the heart of Dubai with Burj Khalifa view is situated in Dubai, 7.1 km from City Walk Mall and 8.9 km from Dubai World Trade Centre.

  • Near Atana Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 9 reviews

    Set in Dubai, 5.3 km from Mall of the Emirates and 7.1 km from The Montgomery, Dubai, Near Atana Hotel offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

  • Barsha Star Residence - Home Stay
    5.1
    Scored 5.1
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 1,009 reviews

    Situated within 1.1 km of Mall of the Emirates and 5.3 km of Burj Al Arab Tower, Barsha Star Residence - Home Stay features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Dubai.

    I like this hotel because near in my house of my friend

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  • Amazing Double Room with En-suite, Marina and Sea views with shared kitchen
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Amazing Double Room with En-suite, Marina and Sea views with shared kitchen is a beachfront property located in Dubai, less than 1 km from Marina Beach and a 17-minute walk from Barasti Beach.

  • Heritage Home Guest House
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 148 reviews

    Located in Dubai, less than 1 km from Grand Mosque, Heritage Home Guest House provides accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and full-day security.

    Everything & The Antique Style Which Is One Our Favourite

  • Ocean view 8min from the beach Dubai Marina JBR " My Home "
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, private parking and a rooftop pool, the recently renovated property of Ocean view 8min from the beach Dubai Marina JBR " My Home ", offers accommodation in Dubai, a few steps from...

  • GRACE BEDSPACE, HOSTEL AND ACCOMODATIONS
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 125 reviews

    Boasting city views, GRACE BEDSPACE, HOSTEL AND ACCOMODATIONS features accommodation with balcony, around 1.9 km from Sahara Centre. It is situated 9 km from Sharjah Aquarium and provides a lift.

    The host was very helpful, responsive, and friendly.

  • Wehome 忆江南民宿
    Budget options available
    5.3
    Scored 5.3
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 105 reviews

    Wehome 忆江南民宿 is situated in the International City district of Dubai, 20 km from Dubai Mall, 21 km from Burj Khalifa and 22 km from City Walk Mall.

    It was very quiet and clean environment.. thank you so much

  • Private gorgeous Room with Marina view with Shared Kitchen
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 132 reviews

    Featuring a balcony with pool views, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre, Private gorgeous Room with Marina view with Shared Kitchen can be found in Dubai, close to Hidden Beach and a 10-...

    Very nice view and friendly owner. Room clean and modern.

  • Set within 300 metres of Marina Beach and less than 1 km of Hidden Beach, JBR Beach Bliss offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Dubai.

  • Ocean view room 2JBR Dubai Marina
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, sea view and a balcony, Ocean view room 2JBR Dubai Marina is set in Dubai.

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  • Salahuddin Metro Home Stay
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Dubai, 7.2 km from Sahara Centre and 7.8 km from Dubai World Trade Centre, Salahuddin Metro Home Stay offers air conditioning.

  • Private room with double bed- sofa and balcony fully furnished in DSO
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Situated within the Dubai Silicon Oasis district in Dubai, Private room with double bed- sofa and balcony fully furnished in DSO has air conditioning, a balcony, and city views.

  • Shared Private Room in Downtown Business Bay
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Situated within the Business Bay district in Dubai, Shared Private Room in Downtown Business Bay has air conditioning, a balcony, and pool views.

  • Economic rooms for rent in Dubai
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering city views, Economic rooms for rent in Dubai is an accommodation situated in Dubai, 2.1 km from La Mer Beach and 2.3 km from Mercato Beach.

  • Private Room in Bright & Cozy Apt Near Downtown, Near Metro, Pool, Gym
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set within 6.3 km of Dubai World Trade Centre and 7.9 km of The Dubai Fountain, Private Room in Bright & Cozy Apt Near Downtown, Near Metro, Pool, Gym features rooms with air conditioning and a shared...

  • Villa 29 Suite A - Home Vacation
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 18 reviews

    Located in Dubai and only 2.4 km from Jumeira Public Beach, Villa 29 Suite A - Home Vacation provides accommodation with pool views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    the swimming pool (but it was cold), the room is huge

  • Peaceful escape near the beach with private garden
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Peaceful escape near the beach with private garden is set in Dubai, 3.9 km from Burj Al Arab Tower and 7.2 km from Mall of the Emirates.

  • Moon Backpackers Burjman Exit 2, Family Partitions, Loft partitions,
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 15 reviews

    Offering city views, Moon Backpackers Burjman Exit 2, Family Partitions, Loft partitions, is an accommodation set in Dubai, 2 km from Grand Mosque and 3.8 km from Dubai World Trade Centre.

  • Lilu BnB
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Featuring a balcony with city views, pool with a view and a garden, Lilu BnB can be found in Dubai, close to Dubai World Trade Centre and 5.3 km from Dubai Mall. Private parking is available on site.

  • PRIVATE ROOM WITH WASHROOM AND BALCONY
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Situated in Dubai, 500 metres from Jumeira Public Beach and 3 km from Kite Beach, PRIVATE ROOM WITH WASHROOM AND BALCONY offers an infinity pool and air conditioning.

  • Daily stay Royal flat
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 16 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, Daily stay Royal flat is an accommodation set in Dubai, 3.7 km from Dubai World Trade Centre and 7.4 km from City Walk Mall.

    Property owner was supportive. Nearby restaurants, super market and metro station.

  • Townhouse Private Room
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Townhouse Private Room is located in Dubai. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

  • Tide Private Couples Room 7 min from Mall of Emirates
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3 reviews

    Boasting a hot tub, Tide Private Couples Room 7 min from Mall of Emirates is situated in Dubai. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

  • Cozy Haven Salahuddin Deira Muteena
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Located in Dubai, 7 km from Grand Mosque and 7.2 km from Sahara Centre, Cozy Haven Salahuddin Deira Muteena offers a terrace and air conditioning.

  • Private Room in beautiful Appartment
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and city view, Private Room in beautiful Appartment is situated in Dubai, 8 km from Sahara Centre and 8.2 km from Dubai World Trade Centre.

  • Tropicana Guestroom 7 min walk from the beach
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 7 reviews

    Set in Dubai, less than 1 km from Mercato Beach and a 19-minute walk from Ladies Club Beach, Tropicana Guestroom 7 min walk from the beach offers a garden and air conditioning.

  • STA Homes Dubai
    Central location
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 12 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, STA Homes Dubai is located in Dubai, 11 km from Dubai Autodrome and 12 km from The Montgomery, Dubai.

    Host is very kind. Place is clean. There is small shared kitchen for guests.

  • DARÏ
    Central location
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 49 reviews

    Situated within 1.3 km of Kite Beach and 2.6 km of Sunset Beach, DARÏ features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Dubai.

    the courtyard was excellent and very quite property

  • Palm Inn Hostel
    Central location
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2 reviews

    Palm Inn Hostel in Dubai provides accommodation with free WiFi, 7.4 km from Sahara Centre, 7.5 km from Grand Mosque and 8.9 km from Dubai World Trade Centre.

  • Huge Room in Al Barsha 1 Near Mashreq Metro
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5 reviews

    Situated in Dubai, 1.2 km from Mall of the Emirates and 5.4 km from Burj Al Arab Tower, Huge Room in Al Barsha 1 Near Mashreq Metro features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

  • Villa34
    Central location
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Dubai, 2.5 km from La Mer Beach and 2.6 km from Mercato Beach, Villa34 provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

  • Master Bedroom
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4 reviews

    Featuring city views, Master Bedroom provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and a balcony, around 5.3 km from Mall of the Emirates.

  • Deira Salahuddin Comfort Residences
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2 reviews

    Situated in Dubai, 6.6 km from Grand Mosque and 7.3 km from Sahara Centre, Deira Salahuddin Comfort Residences offers air conditioning.

  • Master Bedroom
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Dubai, 5.3 km from Mall of the Emirates and 7 km from The Montgomery, Dubai, Master Bedroom offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

  • Amazing couples Private Room attached Balcony
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 9 reviews

    Situated within the Al Barsha district in Dubai, Amazing couples Private Room attached Balcony has air conditioning, a balcony, and city views. Private parking is available on site.

  • AMAZING Couples private room close to Mall of Emirates
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 15 reviews

    Situated in Dubai, 1.5 km from Mall of the Emirates and 5.3 km from Burj Al Arab Tower, AMAZING Couples private room close to Mall of Emirates offers air conditioning.

    the room and the staff everything was perfect, i really liked the place

  • Hor Al Anz Star Residence - Home Stay
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 127 reviews

    Hor Al Anz Star Residence - Home Stay features air-conditioned guest accommodation in Dubai, 6.1 km from Sahara Centre, 7.9 km from Grand Mosque and 9.1 km from Dubai World Trade Centre.

    I like staff behavior and facilities are good also.

  • Quit Room with Window smart TV Fridge
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 8 reviews

    Set in Dubai, 1.5 km from Mall of the Emirates and 4.9 km from Burj Al Arab Tower, Quit Room with Window smart TV Fridge offers free bikes and air conditioning. Private parking is available on site.

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