Fairmont The Palm is a swanky palatial landmark located on the trunk of Dubai's exclusive Palm Jumeirah archipelago with easy access to the mainland and a seriously impressive private beach. All the first-class facilities you'd expect are present and correct, including four swimming pools and an excellent spa. While all rooms have balconies, only higher category rooms guarantee sea and city views, and some look out over a busy road. The Fairmont offers a genuine taste of high-class Dubai -- with the premium price tag to match, but guests may not appreciate the expensive drinks and hefty fee for Wi-Fi.
Fairmont The Palm is a swanky palatial landmark located on the trunk of Dubai's exclusive Palm Jumeirah archipelago with easy access to the mainland and a seriously impressive private beach. All the first-class facilities you'd expect are present and correct, including four swimming pools and an excellent spa. While all rooms have balconies, only higher category rooms guarantee sea and city views, and some look out over a busy road. The Fairmont offers a genuine taste of high-class Dubai -- with the premium price tag to match, but guests may not appreciate the expensive drinks and hefty fee for Wi-Fi.
The Sea View Hotel, located on the outskirts of historic Bur Dubai, is an affordable three-pearl property with easy access to the port or cruise terminal. The 107 traditional rooms look dated, and include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and electric kettles. Unfortunately, there's only free Wi-Fi in the crowded lobby. There are five on-site restaurants and a nightclub, which means plenty of activity (and also some noise). A small rooftop pool is convenient, but tired, and there's a modern fitness room plus a free shuttle to Jumeirah Beach. As an alternative, the Howard Johnson Bur Dubai is less expensive, but offers a nicer pool and more modern rooms.
The Sea View Hotel, located on the outskirts of historic Bur Dubai, is an affordable three-pearl property with easy access to the port or cruise terminal. The 107 traditional rooms look dated, and include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and electric kettles. Unfortunately, there's only free Wi-Fi in the crowded lobby. There are five on-site restaurants and a nightclub, which means plenty of activity (and also some noise). A small rooftop pool is convenient, but tired, and there's a modern fitness room plus a free shuttle to Jumeirah Beach. As an alternative, the Howard Johnson Bur Dubai is less expensive, but offers a nicer pool and more modern rooms.
