Academic City Travel Guide

Dubai

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a prominent tower, and an intricate network of highways.
A shop with carpets and textiles.
A mosque with two minarets and a golden dome, a modern building with a blue glass facade, and a marina with boats.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent skyscraper and a beach filled with people.
The Burj Khalifa framed by an archway.

Stay near popular Academic City attractions

Zayed University

10.0/10 (1 review)
Walk around the campus at Zayed University as part of your travels around Dubai. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
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Things to do

From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Mosque Half-Day Tour

From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Mosque Half-Day Tour

Rp1.143.994
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Mosque Half-Day Tour
Al Shindagha Museum Ticket

Al Shindagha Museum Ticket

Rp228.111
per adult
Al Shindagha Museum Ticket
Premium Red Dunes & Camel Safari with BBQ at Al Khayma Camp

Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ Buffet Dinner at Al Khayma Camp

Rp1.383.316
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ Buffet Dinner at Al Khayma Camp
Aquaventure Waterpark & Lost Chambers Aquarium Combo Ticket

Atlantis Dubai: Aquaventure Waterpark & Lost Chambers Aquarium Combo Ticket

Rp1.859.322
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Atlantis Dubai: Aquaventure Waterpark & Lost Chambers Aquarium Combo Ticket
2 Hours Cruise from Al Jaddaf to Burj Khalifa and Water Canal

2 Hours Cruise from Al Jaddaf to Burj Khalifa and Water Canal

Rp424.307
per adult
2 Hours Cruise from Al Jaddaf to Burj Khalifa and Water Canal
Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma

Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Camels, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma

Rp530.443
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Camels, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma
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Top hotels in Academic City

Al Khoory Executive Hotel

Al Khoory Executive Hotel

3 out of 5
Al Wasl Area Dubai
The price is Rp596.304 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp596.304
Rp779.190 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Good."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Al Khoory Executive Hotel
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Waha St Dubai Dubai
The price is Rp1.062.825 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp1.062.825
Rp1.375.037 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates are located ...
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is Rp7.893.724 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
Rp7.893.724
Rp9.767.247 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Atlantis, The Palm
Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
Opp. Dubai Int'l Airport Terminal 3 Dubai
The price is Rp906.149 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
Rp906.149
Rp1.158.750 total
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport by IHG
The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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

4 out of 5
Al A'amal Street Dubai
The price is Rp1.639.837 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
Rp1.639.837
Rp2.081.852 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

5 out of 5
Airport Road Dubai
The price is Rp1.943.835 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
Rp1.943.835
Rp2.478.633 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"I’ve stayed in the hotel for decades especially when I’m flying via Dubai International AirPort. It’s very close to DXB and is a great hotel"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
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Where to stay in Academic City

Find the best Academic City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A multi-level shopping mall with a central atrium, palm trees, and a water feature.

Downtown Dubai

Dubai Mall and Souk al Bahar 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.

A wicker chair with striped cushions overlooking a coastal cityscape with a clear blue sea.
Photo by TM
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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.

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

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

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.

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

Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables and Taj Dubai. 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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