Academic City
Dubai
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Popular places to visit
Burj Khalifa
The tallest man-made structure on earth is a city in the sky that houses luxury apartments, offices and a hotel.
Dubai Mall
Browse, shop, play and dine at one of the largest shopping and entertainment malls in the world.
Burj Al Arab
Burj Al Arab is just one of the places to see in Dubai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's desert landscapes and shops.
Marina Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Marina Beach, a popular beach in Dubai. Stroll along the marina or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Mall of the Emirates
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Mall of the Emirates, a favorite shopping spot in Dubai. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's desert landscapes.
Dubai World Trade Centre
During your trip, find out what's happening at Dubai World Trade Centre, a top convention center in Dubai. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Academic City Hotel Deals
Grand Millennium Business Bay
Very poor customer service We were there on a leisure trip. After 4 days we were informed that the pool and adjoining area would be closed and would not reopen for the duration of our stay. When we approached the front desk the manager was completely unsympathetic
Reviewed on 2026/3/26
Atlantis, The Palm
Everything was great except the room itself which looked very old.
Reviewed on 2026/3/22
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
Very good
Reviewed on 2026/3/10
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
Perfect
Reviewed on 2026/3/25
Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG
Phenomenal!
Reviewed on 2026/3/27
Hotel Local Dubai, Jumeirah Village Triangle, Autograph Collection
The photo shows it’s on the beach-it’s not. It’s in a bad part of town twenty minutes drive from beach
Reviewed on 2026/3/12
Other neighborhoods around Academic City
Dubai Festival City
Travelers come to Dubai Festival City for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Dubai Festival City Mall and Dubai Creek while you're in town.
Business Bay
Take time in Business Bay to visit attractions like Dubai Water Canal and Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables. 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.
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.
Za'abeel
Well-liked for its restaurants and theme parks, Za'abeel is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dubai Frame and Dubai Water Canal, and jump on the metro at Max Fashion Station to get around the city.
DIFC
DIFC is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Tabari Artspace and XVA Gallery, and you can get around town on the metro at Financial Centre Station.
Al Quoz
Get to know Al Quoz and its many features like its beaches and restaurants. You might want to explore sights like Alserkal Avenue Arts District and Oasis Centre Mall, and you can jump on the metro at Noor Bank Station or Equiti Station to get around the city.
