The Arabian Gulf (and a fabulous private beachfront) is in your backyard.

One of the last luxe ocean liners, lovingly restored and modernized. Pack fancy(!).

Modern, well-appointed home base close to Dubai Healthcare City, the stunning Burj Khalifa and posh Dubai Mall.

Rooms rock a plush sophistication for first-class comfort (we won’t tell if you flew in coach).

Primo spot next to the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre, a 7-min jaunt from the World Trade Centre metro stop.

Old town–adjacent for easy blasts to the past.

Contemporary hotel and rooms ideally situated minutes from the airport and surrounded by cool shops and restaurants.

Seriously swanky rooms are Don Draper-level sleek with Insta-worthy Dubai views.

Uber-central address (read: Festival Centre, marina, golf & the World Trade Centre are all within an easy drive).

Low-key home base, equipped with all the essentials, from bath amenities to free WiFi.

Check out the old Al Fahidi Fort, book a desert safari or hop the freebie shuttle to nearby malls and beaches.

Need a break from the bustle? Hit the uber-relaxing spa or spend a little time by the glass-edge pool (worth a jaunt upstairs for the views alone).

Getting to famous sightseeing spots is a breeze with the metro on your doorstep (and did we mention the next-door mall?).

Snug in the centre of the city, made for the international traveller.

Streaming your favorite playlists is a breeze with free WiFi.