5 Tips to Choosing a Great Hotel in Dubai

Vacations are a great way to unwind and take a breather from the hustle and bustle of daily life. We look forward to just kicking our shoes off and inhaling the sweet smell of freedom (albeit temporarily). However, all our sweet holiday dreams can turn into a nightmare if we belatedly find out that we have made the wrong decisions when it comes to lodgings.

Here are some top things to consider when booking a hotel in the Pearl of the Gulf:

1. Things to Do

These are some of the questions that you must ask yourself when planning a great vacation. With so many things that Dubai has to offer, choosing an activity will be quite a challenge. From shopping to sunset safaris, there is a spectrum of activities that you can choose from and enjoy.

In choosing your hotel, you must then consider the activities that you have in mind. Opt for a hotel that is closest to these areas of interest so you won’t waste time traveling from one attraction to another.

2. Location, location, location

If you have identified what you want to do or try out in Dubai, you can then decide where to book your vacation lodgings.

If you’re a beach bunny, consider staying along the Jumeirah Beach or The Palm areas. Luxury Jumeirah hotelsusually have direct access to the white sand beach where you can frolic in its turquoise waters and engage in water sports.

On the other hand, if you are more of the outdoor adventurous type, you can opt to stay in the one of the luxury desert hotels. You can choose from a variety of options – from glamping (glamorous camping in well-appointed tented villas) to opulent suites with majestic views of the sunset in your own private infinity pool.

3. Reliable reviews

Don’t just rely on hotel websites to find out about the property you wish to stay in. Go to credible travel sites or blogs so you can browse through a considerable amount of reviews. From these personal accounts, you can already sift through the shiny marketing spiels and get a more realistic appraisal of the establishment.

There will be good and bad reviews, so do your homework. What may be a negative feature for others may be just fine with you, or vice versa. Weigh the pros and cons according to your requirements.

4. City of Gold

Be ready to fork out some hard-earned cash for a well-deserved vacation. If you’ve decided to treat yourself with this Dubai escapade, then just think that you will get what you pay for.

5. Perfect timing

If rain showers are not your thing, then Dubai is perfect for you. With sunny weather almost all year round, you can simply get lightheaded with the bevy of activities on offer including day tours around Dubai.

Still, check the weather before you book your hotel. It can be scorching hot in the summer, which is between June to September. If you are also not too keen on sweating it out too much, then perhaps the months between October to May will be the best options for you. It can get relatively cool and pretty chilly in the desert in the evenings so at least that’s also something to look forward to.