Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

The Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai provides a comfortable and contemporary stay that suits short-term stays or those who don't mind being removed from the main tourist areas. After taking the hotel's free shuttle shuttle from the airport, guests arrive to the shiny glass-and-stone building where they are met with an airy lobby that features a tile floor alternating between black and white circles, plus large white columns and red couches. Located on this first-floor level are the front desk, a seating area next to a coffee shop, souvenir store, and three other restaurants offering Italian, Mexican, and a breakfast buffet. To beat the Dubai heat, guests can often be found at the outdoor pool with a swim-up bar and cushioned loungers. The Millennium sees business travelers and tourists, though a majority of guests here are just seeking a place to rest their head before flying out the next day. 

For travelers that have a long layover in Dubai, the Millennium Airport Hotel is conveniently located just a five-minute drive from the airport. The hotel provides a free 24-hour shuttle to and from the airport approximately every 30 minutes, which takes around 10 to 20 minutes. There's not much in the immediate area, but the metro is a five-minute walk away. The Mall of the Emirates and Burj Khalifa are about a 25-minute drive away, while the Palm Islands are about 45 minutes. The Dubai Marina is roughly 30 minutes away by car, and the public beach of Jumeira can be reached in 20. Taxis are easy to obtain with help from the staff. Valet parking is also available for guests with cars.

The 341 rooms are spread amongst an older and newer wing and feature an earth-tone color scheme that's appropriate for the desert setting. The newer wing's rooms have contemporary black-and-wooden furniture, patterned carpet, two-tone bed runners that match the pillows, and thick drapes. Sleek white-tiled bathrooms include glass walk-in showers, separate soaking tubs, bidets, and a range of toiletries. The older wing rooms aren't as modern, featuring dated red carpet and black wooden furniture with wave-like details. The bathrooms in these rooms have brown and white tile, shower/tub combos, and tube-style hairdryers. It's worth asking for a room in the newer section.All rooms have work desks and seating areas with a table and either two chairs or a chaise lounge. Amenities include large flat-screen TVs and closets containing ironing facilities, safes, bathrobes, and slippers. Minibars, free water, and coffee- and tea-making facilities are also provided. Some room rates include free Wi-Fi. Note that past guests have complained about thin walls and street-facing rooms with noise issues.

Despite most guests being on short-term stays, the Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai offers plenty of on-site facilities for those with leisure time. The large outdoor pool has a fountain and is surrounded by a big deck with cushioned lounge chairs and umbrellas. The connected Oasis Pool Bar has both swim-up seats and tables set up for dining out of the water. Also in this outdoor area is a colorful playground for kids. Though there's no spa, the hotel has a small 24-hour gym with a handful or cardio and strength-training equipment, as well as free weights. For business travelers, there are a business center and meeting spaces available. Wi-Fi is available for a fee. Additionally, a small souvenir and sundries shop is located near the front desk. The hotel offers a solid selection of dining options for guests. Adjacent to the lobby is Gozo restaurant, which has a garden terrace-like setting and serves a varied breakfast buffet that includes a cooked-to-order egg station -- which is included in some room rates. Da Vinci's is an upscale Italian restaurant, while Cactus Jacks serves Mexican food and often has live music. Biggles Pub is an English sports bar that has live entertainment some nights and is open late. There's also a small cafe for coffee and pastries, plus room service is available 24/7.