Where to stay in Dubai Marina

Staying in Dubai Marina puts you beside the waterfront promenade, with metro, tram and water transport all within walking distance. JBR beach is next door, so you can combine a city-style base with time on the sand.

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Dubai Marina at a glance

Hotels we recommend
9 (2 luxury, 5 mid-range, 2 budget)
Atmosphere
High-rise and busy, with a lively waterfront in the evening
To DXB airport
About 25 min by taxi with no traffic (Rome2Rio estimate, about 33 km)
To the main sights
Marina Walk, Dubai Marina Mall, JBR beach, dhow cruises
Best for
First-time visitors, couples, travellers who want public transport nearby

Luxury hotels in Dubai Marina

  1. Stella Di Mare Dubai Marina

    Why we picked it: It combines five-star facilities with free parking, a short walk to DMCC metro and JBR beach, and a rooftop bar.

    Nearest metro
    DMCC station, about 0.5 km
    Beach
    JBR public beach, about 0.5 km (10-minute walk)

Mid-range hotels in Dubai Marina

  1. Marina Byblos Hotel

    Why we picked it: It is a walkable four-star base near DMCC metro and JBR beach, with a rooftop pool and plenty of nightlife in the building.

    Nearest metro
    DMCC station, within walking distance
    Beach
    JBR beach, within walking distance
  2. Media One Hotel

    Why we picked it: It suits business trips to Media City and travellers who want a busy bar scene in the hotel, on the edge of Dubai Marina.

Budget hotels in Dubai Marina

  1. Rove Dubai Marina

    Why we picked it: It is a low-cost Marina base within walking distance of Dubai Marina Mall and JBR beach, with a pool and a 14:00 check-out.

    Dubai Marina Mall and promenade
    About 10 minutes on foot
    Beach
    JBR beach, around 15 minutes on foot

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.

Getting around Dubai Marina

Our guide to Dubai Marina covers things to do, getting around and where to eat.

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