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VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City

VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City

VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City
Academic City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (85)
"clean, nice, wonderful staff and customer services"
United States
PTS Abeer
The price is 2.002.179 ₫
2.596.195 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City
Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Dukes The Palm Dubai Hotel

Dukes The Palm Dubai Hotel

Dukes The Palm Dubai Hotel
5.0 star property
Palm Jumeirah, 27.3 km from Academic City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1096)
"Beautiful hotel - great facilities and frindly staff 100% Recommended "
United Kingdom
Vijay
The price is 5.920.422 ₫
7.396.042 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Dukes The Palm Dubai Hotel
Free beach shuttle
Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG

Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG

Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG
5.0 star property
Dubai Marina, 26.7 km from Academic City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"Amazing property with amazing staff! Everyone was extremely nice and helpful "
United States
Anthony
The price is 6.831.808 ₫
8.512.490 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Towers Rotana

Towers Rotana

Towers Rotana
4.0 star property
17.4 km from Academic City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (905)
"The location, room, and services are excellent "
United States
Mohammed
The price is 3.559.429 ₫
4.467.944 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Towers Rotana
2 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Atlantis The Royal

Atlantis The Royal

Atlantis The Royal
5.0 star property
Palm Jumeirah, 28.4 km from Academic City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (592)
"Great property, excellent staff and amazing restaurants "
Canada
Giovanni
The price is 22.748.772 ₫
28.061.005 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Atlantis The Royal
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
NH Collection Dubai The Palm

NH Collection Dubai The Palm

NH Collection Dubai The Palm
4.0 star property
Palm Jumeirah, 27.1 km from Academic City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (459)
"Oustanding stay at the NH Collection the Palm - Dubai. Loved the reception, rooms, amenities and the especially the team that took care of us during our visit."
United States
David
The price is 6.093.514 ₫
7.572.088 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
NH Collection Dubai The Palm
Outdoor pool
Paramount Hotel Midtown

Paramount Hotel Midtown

Paramount Hotel Midtown
5.0 star property
Business Bay, 16.9 km from Academic City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (271)
"the hotel is nice, the pool extremely cool and the staff great. Location near train station and at the walking distance to Dubai Mall (if you don't mind the heat)."
United States
Pedro Lucio
The price is 5.380.049 ₫
6.734.084 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Paramount Hotel Midtown
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
JA Ocean View Hotel, Jumeirah Beach Dubai

JA Ocean View Hotel, Jumeirah Beach Dubai

JA Ocean View Hotel, Jumeirah Beach Dubai
5.0 star property
Jumeirah Beach Residence, 28.4 km from Academic City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Amazing staff and food. Lovely room. Good location. "
United Kingdom
NIAMH
The price is 7.062.290 ₫
8.794.681 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
JA Ocean View Hotel, Jumeirah Beach Dubai
Property amenity
W Dubai - The Palm

W Dubai - The Palm

W Dubai - The Palm
5.0 star property
Palm Jumeirah, 30 km from Academic City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (704)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Ludmila
The price is 7.598.971 ₫
9.452.117 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
W Dubai - The Palm
Private beach nearby, beach umbrellas
Radisson Beach Resort Palm Jumeirah

Radisson Beach Resort Palm Jumeirah

Radisson Beach Resort Palm Jumeirah
Palm Jumeirah, 26.8 km from Academic City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (388)
"Unbelievable hotel at an affordable price in an unbelievable location"
United Kingdom
Jack
The price is 6.903.593 ₫
8.564.435 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Radisson Beach Resort Palm Jumeirah
Exterior
25hours Hotel Dubai One Central

25hours Hotel Dubai One Central

25hours Hotel Dubai One Central
5.0 star property
17.2 km from Academic City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (384)
"The hotel was situated In a convenient area of Dubai, the amenities were amazing, the hotel itself was fun and quirky! The staff are super friendly which I loved. I wished I had more time staying here. Would go back again"
United Kingdom
Miriam
The price is 3.875.185 ₫
4.890.627 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
25hours Hotel Dubai One Central
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Gevora Hotel

Gevora Hotel

Gevora Hotel
4.0 star property
DIFC, 17.3 km from Academic City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Very good place "
United States
Pedro Henrique De
The price is 4.911.516 ₫
5.608.471 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Gevora Hotel
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
The First Collection Dubai Marina Hotel

The First Collection Dubai Marina Hotel

The First Collection Dubai Marina Hotel
4.0 star property
Dubai Marina, 28.6 km from Academic City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Good place to stay"
Canada
Nelson
The price is 5.032.525 ₫
6.272.377 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
The First Collection Dubai Marina Hotel
Front of property – evening/night
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm
5.0 star property
Palm Jumeirah, 29.5 km from Academic City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1631)
"Great hotel Luxury resort, worth a visit "
Australia
James
The price is 15.102.314 ₫
18.643.860 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Atlantis, The Palm
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
4.0 star property
17.4 km from Academic City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great hotel, staff was so nice and the location is great."
Canada
Shahlaa
The price is 3.584.420 ₫
4.498.447 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
Kayaking
Fairmont The Palm

Fairmont The Palm

Fairmont The Palm
5.0 star property
Palm Jumeirah, 26.9 km from Academic City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Excellent hotel with fantastic service"
United Kingdom
Daniel
The price is 9.928.844 ₫
12.306.210 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Fairmont The Palm
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

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, (1152)
"Excellent service Beautiful hotel Views "
United States
Aneta
The price is 5.339.144 ₫
6.683.976 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
JW Marriott Hotel Marina

JW Marriott Hotel Marina

JW Marriott Hotel Marina
5.0 star property
Dubai Marina, 27.3 km from Academic City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"View from the room, staff supportiveness"
United Kingdom
Philipp
The price is 6.781.646 ₫
8.451.041 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
JW Marriott Hotel Marina
6 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
W Dubai - Mina Seyahi

W Dubai - Mina Seyahi

W Dubai - Mina Seyahi
5.0 star property
Dubai Marina, 26.5 km from Academic City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (315)
"Excellent rooms and on site facilities. "
United Kingdom
Scott
The price is 8.604.346 ₫
10.683.849 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
W Dubai - Mina Seyahi
Food and drink
Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens

Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens

Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens
4.0 star property
24.3 km from Academic City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (346)
"Gym was open all day. Good clean facilities. Easy access to local metro station and shops."
United Kingdom
Anish
The price is 2.870.508 ₫
3.624.017 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens
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Where to stay in Academic City

Find the best Academic City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Dubai Mall which includes shopping and interior views

Downtown Dubai

Dubai Mall and KidZania are top sights in Downtown Dubai, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Dubai Trolley Station 1 Tram Station or Dubai Trolley Station 2 Tram Station to see more sights in the area.

Aquaventure showing rides and a water park
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Open Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing

Palm Jumeirah

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 Palm Jumeirah Mall and Aquaventure.

Dubai Marina featuring a marina, a city and skyline
Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing
Open Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing

Dubai Marina

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dubai Marina. Check out top attractions like Marina Beach and Dubai Marina Mall, and jump on the metro at Jumeirah Beach Residence 1 Tram Stop or Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 Tram Station to see more of the city.

Jumeirah Beach Residence

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.

Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Dubai Water Canal and Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Academic City like?
Academic City is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its university setting.
How many hotels will I find in Academic City?
When you want to find places to stay in Dubai, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Academic City.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Academic City, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Academic City.
What is there to do around this Dubai neighbourhood?
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.