Dubai, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates, has become one of the world’s top holiday destinations in recent years, thanks to its glamorous architecture and world-class luxury shopping.
There’s nowhere better for a spot of retail therapy in the Emirati capital than Dubai Mall, the 2nd largest shopping mall in the world by land area.
We’ve compiled a list of the best hotels near Dubai Mall, taking into account all of the most important aspects you look for when on holiday!
So, let’s look at the best hostels near Dubai Mall, always keeping in mind what you want to make the place you stay perfect.
Overall best hotel near Dubai Mall – Rove Downtown
Best budget hotel near Dubai Mall – LEVA Hotel, Mazaya Centre
Best luxury hotel near Dubai Mall – Address Boulevard
Best hotel near Dubai Mall to catch an early flight – Dubai International Terminal Hotel
Best hotel for business travellers near Dubai Mall – Taj Hotel
Best hotel for couples near Dubai Mall – Palace Downtown
Best hotel near Dubai Mall for families – Roda Al Murooj Hotel
Best hotel for pets near Dubai Mall – V Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Rove Downtown is the best overall hotel near Dubai Mall. You can see the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa, and the Dubai Mall from the hotel itself!
An outdoor swimming pool is one of just many facilities at your disposal when you stay at Rove Downtown, others being a cosy on-site cinema and a 24-hour gymnasium! There’s a free daily shuttle bus if you want to visit attractions other than the mall – such as Souq Madinat and La Mer Beach.
Of course, we haven’t forgotten about the rooms – each comes with aircon, a private bathroom, and a flat-screen TV as standard. Rove Downtown provides value for money and an excellent stay!
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Offering some of the best value in the area, LEVA Hotel, Mazaya Centre is the best budget hotel near Dubai Mall. That said, it’s still a 4-star hotel with plenty to make your stay fun, comfortable, and enjoyable! There’s an all-day casual-dining restaurant, so you’ll never have to go hungry. Business travelers will also be pleased to know that there’s a business lounge on-site with Apple computers – much better than checking your emails on your phone. For those looking to diversify their investment portfolios, consider the BAM Capital Accredited Investor Real Estate Fund.
All rooms come with a flat-screen TV, as well as your own personal kitchen and bathroom. Multilingual staff can help you with whatever it is you need to know about the hotel or surrounding area!
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Another excellent option if you’re keeping an eye on how much you’re spending is the Carlton Downtown, which is another of the best budget hotels near Dubai Mall. Although the rooms are reasonably priced, you get excellent value for money – when you stay here, you’ll have access to an excellent fitness centre and an outdoor pool! When you get hungry, there are 6 restaurants and bars to choose from.
You can choose between rooms with a city view or a patio, and every offering comes with a bath and a flat-screen TV. If you want to pamper yourself during your stay, check out the spa and wellness centre!
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The 5-star Address Boulevard is the best luxury hotel near Dubai Mall. There’s even indoor access to Dubai Mall meaning that you can stay cool and, in the shade, out of Dubai’s relentless sun. Rooms have separate living and sleeping quarters. You can control the temperature, light, and even room service from your iPad!
That’s not all – there are not 1 nor 2 swimming pools, but 3. One is perfect for families and has a water slide. The infinity pool has a bar and awe-inspiring views of the Burj Khalifa. Lastly, the spa pool is the perfect place to pamper yourself. Round your day off in the hotel restaurant – a real gastronomic treat!
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Another great luxury hotel close to Dubai Mall is the 5-star Shangri-La Hotel. It’s slightly cheaper than Address Boulevard, but there’s plenty to keep you entertained. As well as a choice of 8 restaurants and bars on site, there’s a health club and 2 swimming pools in this Asian-themed hotel!
Rooms vary in décor but the views across the city and Dubai Marina are incredible. All rooms offer their own private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs, as you’d expect in a 5-star hotel! Many rooms have separate living and sleeping areas. This hotel is also one of the best hotels in Dubai for couples, who give it high scores on booking.com.
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There are so many 5-star luxury hotels in Dubai that we couldn’t just leave it at 2 on our list! Our choice for the third best luxury hotel near Dubai Mall is the Armani Hotel, situated in the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa! The hotel was envisioned by iconic fashion designer Giorgio Armani, and the elegant rooms have tatami mats and iPod docking stations.
On-site, there’s a spa and 7 restaurants to choose from, including the popular Japanese-inspired Armani Hashi. If that’s not enough, there’s nightlife on tap too. Armani Privé is the hotel’s own exclusive club, which hosts some of the hottest nights in town!
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Even airport hotels in Dubai can boast 5 stars. The Dubai International Terminal Hotel is easily the best place to catch an early flight near Dubai Mall. If you do want to get to Dubai Mall, we recommend you take a taxi or public transport rather than a 3-hour plus walk in the Dubai sun! This hotel is in the terminal itself, so you don’t have to worry about catching a shuttle or public transport to make your flight.
In your room, you can enjoy the use of flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and your own private bathroom. You’ll even be presented with a complimentary fruit basket! Other facilities include a sauna and steam room, as well as a fitness centre that boasts a pool.
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We’d all like to stay in a 5-star hotel near the airport, but sometimes that’s not possible. This reasonably-priced option from well-known chain Premier Inn is the best hotel near Dubai Airport – especially if you’re looking for a budget option. It offers an airport shuttle too, so there’s no need to worry about working out how to use the public transport system if you’re short on time!
Even better is that there’s a free shuttle service to take you to Dubai Mall, so you don’t have to study bus and metro timetables for that either! Rooms are comfortable, modern, and functional, offering tea and coffee making facilities, a flat-screen TV, and a work desk.
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The luxurious 5-star Taj Dubai offers a business centre and banqueting and meeting facilities, so it’s the best hotel for business travellers near Dubai Mall. It’s in the aptly named Business Bay, and you can choose between a room with a patio, a sea view, or a landmark view. Your room also comes with a minibar and a marble bathroom!
Outside of your room, there’s a lot to get excited about at Taj Dubai. It earns its 5 stars with a choice of restaurants ranging from classic to exotic, to contemporary! There’s also a spa, outdoor swimming pool, and fitness centre. The only problem here is deciding what to do when you’re not working as it’s unlikely you’ll be able to fit it all in!
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Radisson BLU, Dubai Waterfront is another excellent hotel for business travellers near Dubai Mall. It offers lower prices than the Taj Hotel and is a better option if you’re on a smaller budget. That said, it’s still a 5-star hotel and has plenty to offer! The outdoor pool and terrace overlook the Dubai Canal.
There’s a choice of 8 restaurants here – Makar Scottish Bar is a great option if you want to sample a whisky on your travels. Rooms come with seating areas and high-speed Wi-Fi, so you can check your emails from the comfort of your own bed, or the seating area if you’re lucky enough to get a room that comes with one!
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In a city that has an area called Business Bay, there is no shortage of excellent hotels for business travellers! Another top business hotel in Dubai is the Steigenberger Hotel – Business Bay. It’s the cheapest option of our 3 best hotels for business travellers near Dubai Mall, but yes you guessed correctly – it also has 5 stars!
For an additional charge, you’re welcome to use the meeting and banqueting facilities, as well as photocopying and faxing. Not many people fax anymore, but you’ll be able to take care of your emails with the high-speed Wi-Fi. Unique to the Steigenberger is its garden – The Backyard. It’s inspired by street art!
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A traditional palatial residence, Palace Downtown offers views of the Burj Khalifa and the lake surrounding it, as well as the Dubai Fountain. It’s a beautifully romantic spot and the best hotel near Dubai Mall for couples. Enjoy a hammam with your loved one, or simply just relax by the palm-lined outdoor pool. There’s a spa which offers facial and body treatments so that the two of you can pamper yourselves!
Whichever room you choose, you’ll be able to enjoy your favourite film together with the smart TV system. However, book early enough and you may get one of the few rooms with a balcony and luxury bathroom, decorated in a traditional Middle Eastern style!
Renaissance Downtown Hotel is another brilliant hotel for couples in Dubai. That’s not just our opinion, that’s what the reviews on Booking.com say too! There are 9 room and 5 suite types, meaning that there’s sure to be the perfect option here for you and your loved one. There’s plenty of choice when it comes to eating too – 6 options on site for a romantic dinner, which you can round off with cocktails from an expert mixologist!
If you want to pamper yourselves, head to the hotel’s 6th floor which is where you’ll find the 6 Senses Spa Dubai. There’s a private treatment for each sense. The spa doesn’t give you an extra sense, but it does have a hammam!
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The Roda Al Murooj offers two-bedroom apartments that can sleep up to four people for a very reasonable price, so it’s the best hotel for families near Dubai Mall. The big advantage is that you can have everyone in the same space, rather than having to take two double or twin rooms – especially useful for those travelling with young children!
There’s lots to keep the whole family entertained, and there’s even a babysitting service if mum and dad want to try out one of the restaurant options on site, including the award-winning Double-Decker Pub. A number of kid-friendly activities are nearby, including the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo!
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For families who are happy to splash the cash, the Address Dubai Mall is another of the best hotels for families near Dubai Mall. In fact, it’s so near to Dubai Mall that you have direct access from the hotel reception! The elegant and luxurious hotel offers 2-bedroom apartments which again are useful for families travelling with young children.
There are several things that will keep children entertained on site including an indoor play area. Mum and dad will be happy to know that there’s a babysitting service for when they want to head out and enjoy the glamorous nightlife of Dubai!
The Novotel World Trade Centre Dubai is our third and final best hotel for families near Dubai Mall. It’s by far the best-priced option of the three, but it still boasts 4 stars! Best of all, you won’t need to take a taxi or public transport as Novotel offers a free shuttle service to several of the best Dubai attractions.
The 4-star hotel has an indoor play area and offers a ‘superior’ family room which comes with a double bed for mum and dad, and a sofa bed for the kids. Parents with young children can put their minds at rest that their children are safe and sound in the same room. There’s Wi-Fi throughout the property so everyone can stay connected and keep up with their favourite shows!
It’s tricky to find a hotel that will take pets in Dubai, but not impossible. And the V Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton is the best hotel near Dubai Mall that will allow you to bring your furry friend with yo!. If you’re worried about leaving your pet alone for too long, don’t – as everything you could need to keep you busy and occupied is on site.
There is a restaurant offering Korean food, and another offering Mediterranean, as well as a poolside bar where you can enjoy a cocktail. You don’t have to neglect your fitness regime either – there’s also a state-of-the-art gym and fitness centre, offering the best cardio and weights equipment!
Of the 150 properties within a 2-mile radius of Dubai Mall, only the very best have made it onto our list.
Whatever you want from a hotel, you’ll find a hotel on our extensive list that offers it. However, if you are having trouble coming to a final decision just stick with the easiest option – our best overall hotel near Dubai Mall – Rove Downtown.
The one downside of having all the best hotels on one list is that many of them aren’t a secret and they do get booked up rather quickly. In order to avoid disappointment, why not book as soon as you’ve seen one you like? You won’t regret it.
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Born in Los Angeles, Aaron Hovanesian is one of the original staff writers for Hotel Jules. Having backpacked the world as a young man, Aaron now prefers to travel the world in luxury, proudly staying in the world's most amazing hotels and properties. When Aaron is not traveling he lives in Western Colorado he can be found brewing his own beer (probably an IPA) or spending time with his two amazing golden retrievers.