What is Academic City like?

Academic City is a neighborhood that travelers like for its university setting.

What's the best accommodation in Academic City?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City is the highest ranked property in Academic City. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Academic City?

When you want to find places to stay in Dubai, start by booking one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodations in Academic City.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Academic City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Academic City.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Academic City?

To access more information about updating your trip to Academic City or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page .

What is there to do around this Dubai neighborhood?

Dubai Outlet Mall is one place you might want to visit in the area around Academic City. Make a stop at Dragon Mart and IMG Worlds of Adventure while you're sightseeing around the area.

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Our top choices for Academic City hotels

1. VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City

Academic City

FAZEEN

NT$3,300 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A Holiday Inn Express at Dubai Airport with a modern glass facade, a brick-paved entrance, and potted plants.

2. Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

15.2 km from Academic City

Ashnahalli Vijaya

NT$2,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A swimming pool with a view of modern high-rise buildings in the background.

3. Rose Rayhaan by Rotana

DIFC, 17.1 km from Academic City

THAN Htiak

NT$3,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the Burj Khalifa.

4. Shangri-La Dubai

17.3 km from Academic City

Alison

NT$6,774 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, a palm tree, and a building with a glass facade.

5. Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

16.4 km from Academic City

William

NT$2,295 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern lobby with a pool table, comfortable seating, and a large digital display.

6. Aloft by Marriott Dubai Airport

16.1 km from Academic City

Elvis

NT$2,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A high-rise building with a clock tower, surrounded by modern skyscrapers and a busy highway.

7. Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

17.4 km from Academic City

Steven

NT$3,316 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A spacious lobby with modern furnishings, a geometric light fixture, and a marble floor.

8. Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

Business Bay, 16.3 km from Academic City

joshua

NT$4,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A nighttime view of a modern cityscape with illuminated buildings and a pool area.

9. JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

Business Bay, 17.1 km from Academic City

Suma

NT$8,126 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A waterfront view with a city skyline in the background, a sunlit pool area with lounge chairs, and a bridge connecting two sides of the pool.

10. Vida Creek Harbour

Dubai Creek Harbour, 12.1 km from Academic City

Tarek

NT$4,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

11. Holiday Inn Dubai Business Bay by IHG

Business Bay, 15.1 km from Academic City

Marvin

NT$3,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A large outdoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, surrounded by palm trees and a building with arched windows in the background.

12. Palace Downtown

Downtown Dubai, 16.1 km from Academic City

Hania

NT$10,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern hotel pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

13. Towers Rotana

17.4 km from Academic City

Praveen

NT$3,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and chairs, a coffee table, and a large potted plant.

14. The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Business Bay, 15.9 km from Academic City

Janayd

NT$3,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, dual sinks, and a view of the city.

15. Sofitel Dubai Downtown

Downtown Dubai, 17.1 km from Academic City

Amy

NT$6,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A resort pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

16. Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

16.3 km from Academic City

qasim

NT$4,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern hotel with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

17. Rove Downtown Dubai

16.4 km from Academic City

Jibril

NT$3,971 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with reflective glass windows.

18. Grand Millennium Business Bay

Business Bay, 15.2 km from Academic City

Japan

NT$2,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a modern building in the background.

19. Arabian Park Dubai, an Edge by Rotana Hotel

Jadaf, 14.4 km from Academic City

Ali

NT$1,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a curved bridge, and a busy street with vehicles.

20. Carlton Downtown

17.2 km from Academic City

Monserrat

NT$3,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Where to stay in Academic City

Find the best Academic City areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Dubai

Home to iconic landmarks like Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall, this mixed-use complex offers luxury shopping, an Olympic-size ice rink, and a variety of dining options along Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Boulevard.

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Palm Jumeirah

Discover an archipelago of artificial islands featuring recently opened destinations like The Pointe, Club Vista Mare, and Nakheel Mall. Enjoy various hotels, resorts, and hotel residences, while exploring retail and dining options, all connected by the Palm Jumeirah Monorail.

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Dubai Marina

Artificial canal city boasting the world's largest human-made marina, featuring Dubai Marina Mall with 140 retail outlets, and The Walk at JBR for dining. Enjoy Marina Promenade views and access Al Sufouh Tramway for easy transport.

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Jumeirah Beach Residence

Waterfront community in Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Beach Residence boasts 40 towers, The Beach retail complex, and a 1.7-km strip called The Walk. Enjoy views of Ain Dubai on Bluewaters Island and easy access to Dubai Marina, Dubai Tram, and Dubai Metro.

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Business Bay

Take time in Business Bay to visit attractions like Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables and Taj Dubai. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.

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Top Academic City Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel,great hospitality and great service"

The First Collection Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

8/10 Good

"I wanted to give this hotel 5 stars however I couldn’t which is a massive shame. Great location, easy and free parking, great breakfast and the pool was adequate for our needs. However on arrival we were told we didn’t have breakfast included when we had and could evidence this through Expedia. The third child bed in our room had not been put in and after calling down to request it, it eventually arrived at 1.30am after a very direct conversation. No apologies for the fact our child had no bed! Also be aware of the over priced food and drink at this hotel. £10 for a coffee, the same coffee from the same machine at breakfast which took about 20 mins to arrive and was typically cold. Don’t waste money and go to a coffee shop and get fresh handmade coffee with a taste! Would I stay here again.. possibly due to the location. For a country who thinks of everything in fine detail, this hotel just needs to rethink customer service a little especially as tourism has declined a little"

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Our top choices for Academic City hotels

1. VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City

2. Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

3. Rose Rayhaan by Rotana

4. Shangri-La Dubai

5. Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

6. Aloft by Marriott Dubai Airport

7. Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

8. Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

9. JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

10. Vida Creek Harbour

11. Holiday Inn Dubai Business Bay by IHG

12. Palace Downtown

13. Towers Rotana

14. The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

15. Sofitel Dubai Downtown

16. Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

17. Rove Downtown Dubai

18. Grand Millennium Business Bay

19. Arabian Park Dubai, an Edge by Rotana Hotel

20. Carlton Downtown

Where to stay in Academic City

Downtown Dubai

Palm Jumeirah

Dubai Marina

Jumeirah Beach Residence

Business Bay

Top Academic City Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

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