Dubai Marina

Dubai
Dubai Marina featuring a marina, night scenes and boating
Visit Dubai’s first purpose-built waterfront development to see a man-made canal city with luxury properties, parks, promenades and plenty of shopping opportunities.

Dubai Marina lays claim to being one of the world’s biggest man-made canal cities. Come to view the high-rise luxury residential and holiday properties that stretch for nearly 2 miles (3 kilometres) along the Persian Gulf shoreline.

A great way to get a feel for the area is to take a boat tour on a traditional Arabian dhow. There is plenty to see, and day and night cruises are available. The entire waterfront district and man-made marina was created by excavating the desert and allowing the waters of the gulf to flow into the site. 

If you prefer to stay on dry land, there are many landscaped walkways and parks to enjoy. Take a long, leisurely stroll along the Marina Walk, a 4.5-mile (7-kilometre) path by the water. This path wraps around the entire marina. Break up your ramble with refreshments at one of the bars, and look at the luxury yachts and speedboats moored alongside. Make the most of the waterside location by soaking up the sun or swimming at Jumeirah Beach.

Many visitors come to the marina to shop. Head to the Dubai Marina Mall, a vast complex with more than 120 stores. Step outside the mall and browse the kiosks of the Marina Market. It's situated on the promenade to the rear of the mall and operates every Wednesday to Saturday between October and April. The promenade is lined with numerous restaurants with outdoor seating. Stay here for lunch or come back for dinner. 

If you’d like even more food variety, visit the mall’s seven-story Gourmet Tower. Each level offers a different dining concept as well as 360-degree views of the skyline and Persian Gulf.

The marina is situated in the western part of Dubai, approximately 13 miles (20 kilometres) from downtown. It is easily accessible by car along the Sheikh Zayed Road and is connected to the city via Dubai Metro’s red line.


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Top hotels in Dubai Marina

Rove Dubai Marina
Rove Dubai Marina
3 out of 5
Dubai Marina Promenade, PO Box 119444, Dubai, Dubai
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM424 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
RM424
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Great Room and Helpful Staff
"Everyone was so helpful and friendly. The room was comfortable and clean. The breakfast buffet was delicious and had just a good variety. Our view from our room was outstanding."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

Rove Dubai Marina
Millennium Place Marina
Millennium Place Marina
4 out of 5
Al Marsa Street, Dubai Marina, Dubai, Dubai
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM548 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
RM548
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (809 reviews)
"Fantastic Hotel, nothing was too much trouble, left you alone if you wanted privacy. So spot on for me."

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

Millennium Place Marina
Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark
Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark
5 out of 5
Al Sofouh Road, Jumeirah Beach, Dubai
The price is RM1,196 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
RM1,196
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Great food at all of the restaurants!!"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark
JA Ocean View Hotel
JA Ocean View Hotel
5 out of 5
The Walk Jbr, Dubai
The price is RM975 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
RM975
per night
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Excellent 5 day getaway. Well located.
"Excellent hotel, well located with excellent service start to finish. The only issue was that the pool was generally in the shade (visited in March) and made it a little cold to use. Otherwise absolutely no complaints and would definitely return."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

JA Ocean View Hotel
Wyndham Dubai Marina
Wyndham Dubai Marina
4 out of 5
Al Seba Street, P.O. Box 215373, Dubai
The price is RM502 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
RM502
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (958 reviews)
"The view of the Marina at night is priceless. Get the room with balcony, you will thank me later."

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2024

Wyndham Dubai Marina
W Dubai - Mina Seyahi, Adults only
W Dubai - Mina Seyahi, Adults only
5 out of 5
King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street, Dubai Marina, Dubai, Dubai
The price is RM1,444 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
RM1,444
per night
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 5-star beach hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (105 reviews)
"A world class resort with plenty of fabulous restaurant options and terrific hospitality. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2024

W Dubai - Mina Seyahi, Adults only
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Other neighbourhoods around Dubai Marina

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Jumeirah Beach Residence

4.5/5(551 area reviews)

A bustling marina amazing beaches and top sights from Marina Beach to The Walk – discover Jumeirah Beach Residence, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Jumeirah Beach Residence
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Jumeirah Lake Towers

Visitors to Jumeirah Lake Towers love its abundant dining options, and if you want to see more of the area, jump on the metro at DMCC Station.

Jumeirah Lake Towers
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Al Sufouh 2

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

When in Al Sufouh 2 and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Marina Beach or Emirates Golf Club and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Knowledge Village Tram Stop or Palm Jumeirah Tram Stop.

Al Sufouh 2
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Barsha Heights

4/5(96 area reviews)

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are just a few notable features Barsha Heights is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Dubai Internet City Station.

Barsha Heights
Aquaventure showing rides and a water park

Palm Jumeirah

4.5/5(427 area reviews)

Travellers love Palm Jumeirah for its stunning beaches, and you can see more of Dubai by jumping on the metro at Nakheel Mall Station or The Pointe Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nakheel Mall and Aquaventure.

Palm Jumeirah
Souk Madinat Jumeirah showing general coastal views

Al Sufouh

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Madinat Jumeirah or Souk Madinat Jumeirah while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Palm Gateway Station to get around town.

Al Sufouh


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