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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

VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City
Academic City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (118 reviews)
"It was a wonderful experience overall. Wil recommend"
Canada
FAZEEN
The price is NT$2,041
NT$2,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City
A modern interior with a seating area, a reception desk, and a wall with framed pictures.

2. Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Academic City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,471 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Australia
MONA
The price is NT$1,517
NT$1,947 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG
A rooftop pool area with lounge seating and a view of the Burj Khalifa.

3. Shangri-La Dubai

Shangri-La Dubai
5.0 star property
17.3 km from Academic City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,625 reviews)
"Amazing amazing hotel, staff, service, location, views, pool and breakfast options. I would definitely go there again one of the best hotels I’ve stayed at."
Canada
Alison
The price is NT$5,734
NT$7,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Shangri-La Dubai
A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, a palm tree, and a building with a glass facade.

4. Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
4.0 star property
16.4 km from Academic City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place to be."
United States
Achiaa
The price is NT$1,905
NT$2,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
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.

5. Vida Creek Harbour

Vida Creek Harbour
4.0 star property
Dubai Creek Harbour, 12.1 km from Academic City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (471 reviews)
"Perfect luxurious place for business and family"
United States
Tarek
The price is NT$3,600
NT$4,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Vida Creek Harbour
A nighttime view of a modern cityscape with illuminated buildings and a pool area.

6. JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
5.0 star property
Business Bay, 17.1 km from Academic City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,096 reviews)
"Conveniently located from the airport and Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa. Executive lounge access"
United States
Suma
The price is NT$6,947
NT$8,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
A modern hotel room with a view of the city skyline, including the Emaar building.

7. Sofitel Dubai Downtown

Sofitel Dubai Downtown
5.0 star property
Downtown Dubai, 17.1 km from Academic City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel is conveniently located, rooms are comfortable, restaurant has nice offerings, staff are very helpful and friendly, everything is well maintained."
United States
Amy
The price is NT$5,258
NT$6,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Sofitel Dubai Downtown
A modern hotel with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

8. Rove Downtown Dubai

Rove Downtown Dubai
3.0 star property
16.4 km from Academic City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,174 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United States
Jibril
The price is NT$2,814
NT$3,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Rove Downtown Dubai
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with reflective glass windows.

9. Grand Millennium Business Bay

Grand Millennium Business Bay
4.0 star property
Business Bay, 15.2 km from Academic City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (549 reviews)
"Very nice staff and amazing place to stay."
United States
Japan
The price is NT$2,188
NT$2,812 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Grand Millennium Business Bay
A modern hallway with a mosaic wall, a curved archway, and a polished floor.

10. Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront
5.0 star property
Business Bay, 16.3 km from Academic City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,389 reviews)
"Clean and enjoyable stay."
Australia
joshua
The price is NT$3,917
NT$4,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a modern building in the background.

11. Arabian Park Dubai, an Edge by Rotana Hotel

Arabian Park Dubai, an Edge by Rotana Hotel
3.0 star property
Jadaf, 14.4 km from Academic City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (871 reviews)
"Super clean very friendly people"
United States
Ali
The price is NT$1,469
NT$1,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Arabian Park Dubai, an Edge by Rotana Hotel
An outdoor patio with a seating area, including sofas and tables, and a view of a city skyline at dusk.

12. Vida Emirates Hills

Vida Emirates Hills
4.0 star property
25.5 km from Academic City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (233 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and staff was active in helping with anything we needed"
United States
Hussain
The price is NT$2,858
NT$3,634 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Vida Emirates Hills
A modern hotel pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

13. Towers Rotana

Towers Rotana
4.0 star property
17.4 km from Academic City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, polite staff and decent food"
United States
Praveen
The price is NT$2,206
NT$2,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Towers Rotana
A tray of sliced tuna arranged in a grid pattern, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

14. Hotel Riu Dubai Beach Resort - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Dubai Beach Resort - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
23.2 km from Academic City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Had a wonderful time staff could not do enough for you at RIU. Definitely recommend this hotel"
United Kingdom
kuhvinder
The price is NT$9,736
NT$12,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Hotel Riu Dubai Beach Resort - All Inclusive
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with reflective glass windows.

15. TRYP by Wyndham Dubai

TRYP by Wyndham Dubai
4.0 star property
Barsha Heights, 23.6 km from Academic City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean hotel room. Best food and affordable price. Quick access to anywhere you wanna go. Great balcony. Customer service excellent. Greatly recommend this place."
United States
Prince
The price is NT$2,145
NT$2,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
TRYP by Wyndham Dubai
A resort pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

16. Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
5.0 star property
16.3 km from Academic City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great option right next to the airport"
United States
qasim
The price is NT$3,079
NT$3,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a curved bridge, and a busy street with vehicles.

17. Carlton Downtown

Carlton Downtown
4.0 star property
17.2 km from Academic City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"This hotel is near a metro station, good location and nice staff"
Mexico
Monserrat
The price is NT$2,200
NT$2,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Carlton Downtown
A spacious lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table, featuring large windows and indoor plants.

18. Rove Trade Centre

Rove Trade Centre
3.0 star property
Bur Dubai, 18.1 km from Academic City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"clean room, approachable staff, nice breakfast plenty of options to choose from."
United Kingdom
LEONALYN
The price is NT$1,667
NT$2,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Rove Trade Centre
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and chairs, a coffee table, and a large potted plant.

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

The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Business Bay, 15.9 km from Academic City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (926 reviews)
"Good hotel well worth the price i paid had and good location to downtown dubai"
United Kingdom
Janayd
The price is NT$2,598
NT$3,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A marina with boats, a hotel named 'Hotel Indigo', and modern high-rise buildings in the background.

20. Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown by IHG
5.0 star property
Business Bay, 15.1 km from Academic City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (961 reviews)
"Nice cozy hotel. Great breakfast and clean room. The only downside was the construction site nearby, but it didn't bother us."
United States
Alexey
The price is NT$3,520
NT$4,489 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown by IHG
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Where to stay in Academic City

Find the best Academic City areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A nighttime cityscape with a large fountain display in the center, surrounded by illuminated buildings and a bridge with people on it.
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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.

A modern cityscape with high-rise buildings and a traditional boat docked at a marina.
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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.

A coastal cityscape with a clear blue sea, a sandy beach, and a skyline of tall buildings.

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.

A nighttime aerial view of a city with a prominent skyscraper, illuminated roads, and a body of water.

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.

Top Academic City Hotel Reviews

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

10/10 Excellent
"Clean property with outstanding staff and killer breakfast !"
William 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

Frequently asked questions

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?
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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.