Staying near Al Fahidi puts you in the oldest part of the city, within walking distance of the creek, the abras and the souks across the water. Expect small, character-led places and simple city hotels rather than beach resorts.
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Why we picked it: It puts you opposite the Dubai Museum, within walking distance of the heritage quarter, Al Seef and the abras, with a pool, spa and metro nearby.
Why we picked it: It lets you sleep inside Dubai's oldest quarter, in a restored courtyard house full of contemporary art.
Prices are the lowest nightly rate the hotel published when we checked, before the Tourism Dirham fee, which is usually paid at the hotel. The hotel’s website shows the price for your dates.
Our guide to Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood covers things to do, getting around and where to eat.
See Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood on OpenStreetMap (external site)
