Forget what you think you know about luxury and hospitality. Dubai’s new generation of designers has embraced a different vision for offering guests unforgettable experiences. With a focus on local culture, dining, art and contemporary design, guest will feel both at home and lost in the pleasure of discovering something new.
Be our guest: 5 inspiring local stays
Designed for the modern traveller, these hotels are perfect for any escape.
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You can’t buy taste. Dubai’s Zabeel House by Jumeriah blends local style and contemporary design. Located in Dubai Creek, guests love the 200-room hotel for its smart, cosmopolitan vibe, including an art-filled lobby with life-size human sculptures. Quirky detail: A word-search above your bed that glows in the dark.
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