Best hotels in United Arab Emirates
8 hotels compared by location, highlights and price level.
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United Arab Emirates
1 hotel guide · 2 hotels · 2 restaurants · 2 things to do
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About United Arab Emirates
Dubai and Abu Dhabi for skyline hotels, desert trips, souks and some of the region's best-known restaurants.
Cities we cover: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah
- Currency
- UAE dirham (AED)
- Language
- Arabic; English widely used
- Best time to go
- November to March
Hotel guides for United Arab Emirates
1 in-depth guides (in German) comparing location, facilities and price level, with direct booking through TripsGent.
Top-rated hotels in United Arab Emirates
Sorted by guest rating.
1. Atlantis The Palm
TripsGent review
HotelUnited Arab EmiratesPALM JUMEIRAH · DUBAI
“Dubai's family landmark on the tip of Palm Jumeirah, opened in 2008, with 1,548 rooms, Aquaventure Waterpark and The Lost Chambers Aquarium.”
Read our review2. Burj Al Arab Jumeirah
TripsGent review
HotelUnited Arab EmiratesUMM SUQEIM · DUBAI
“Dubai's sail-shaped icon closed in April 2026 for an 18-month restoration. Here is what to expect when it reopens, expected October 2027, and where to stay…”
Read our reviewRestaurants in United Arab Emirates
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1. Al Ustad Special Kebab
TripsGent review
RestaurantBur Dubai, United Arab EmiratesIranian kebabs$
“A family-run Iranian kebab house in old Dubai, open since the 1970s and a local favourite.”
Read our review2. Arabian Tea House, Al Fahidi
TripsGent review
RestaurantBur Dubai, United Arab EmiratesEmirati and Middle Eastern$$
“A courtyard cafe in a traditional house in Al Fahidi, popular for Emirati breakfast and karak tea.”
Read our reviewThings to do in United Arab Emirates
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1. Burj Khalifa: At the Top
TripsGent review
Things to doDowntown Dubai, United Arab EmiratesPaid entry; prime sunset slots cost more
“Observation decks in the world's tallest building, with views across Dubai to the desert and the Gulf.”
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2. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
TripsGent review
Things to doAbu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesFree entry; visits must be booked online
“Abu Dhabi's white marble mosque, one of the largest in the world, with a vast courtyard and crystal chandeliers.”
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