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 5 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

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a large potted plant, and hanging greenery.

1. VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City

Academic City

Quazi

NT$1,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A modern hotel lobby with a central round bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase.

2. Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

15.2 km from Academic City

Freshta

NT$1,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

3. Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

16.4 km from Academic City

Hamza

NT$1,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A grand lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a large central mosaic.

4. Palazzo Versace Dubai

14.3 km from Academic City

Irene

NT$6,934 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

5. Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

16.3 km from Academic City

Timothy

NT$3,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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

Rena

NT$1,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A marina with boats, a hotel named 'Hotel Indigo', and modern high-rise buildings in the background.

7. Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown by IHG

Business Bay, 15.1 km from Academic City

Alexey

NT$3,949 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A modern hotel room with a view of the city skyline, including the Emaar building.

8. Sofitel Dubai Downtown

Downtown Dubai, 17.1 km from Academic City

Joshua

NT$5,293 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

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.

9. Vida Creek Harbour

12.1 km from Academic City

Leon

NT$3,419 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

10. JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

Business Bay, 17.1 km from Academic City

sager

NT$7,308 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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

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

Business Bay, 15.9 km from Academic City

Asma

NT$2,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

12. Arabian Park Dubai, an Edge by Rotana Hotel

14.4 km from Academic City

Ali

NT$1,557 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A rooftop swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of city skyscrapers at night.

13. Rove City Walk

Al Wasl, 17.5 km from Academic City

Annastacy

NT$1,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, reception desk, and decorative lighting.

14. Grand Mercure Dubai City

16.6 km from Academic City

Abdullah

NT$2,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern reception area with a 'WELCOME' sign, seating, a reception desk, and large windows.

15. ibis Styles Dubai Airport Hotel

16.6 km from Academic City

Khodadad

NT$1,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a prominent tower, and a complex highway interchange.

16. Dusit Thani Dubai

DIFC, 17.1 km from Academic City

Ibrahim

NT$2,816 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by high-rise buildings and a clear sky.

17. Pullman Dubai Downtown

Business Bay, 16 km from Academic City

Neil

NT$3,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A rooftop terrace with a view of the Burj Khalifa, modern seating, and a cityscape at dusk.

18. Taj Dubai

Business Bay, 16.8 km from Academic City

Hany

NT$4,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A rooftop pool area with lounge seating and a view of the Burj Khalifa.

19. Shangri-La Dubai

17.3 km from Academic City

Alison

NT$5,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by modern buildings.

20. Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights

15.9 km from Academic City

Mandeep

NT$2,625 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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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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