Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel

4.0 star property
Central hotel connected to a shopping centre in Dubai Festival City with a full-service spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Point of interest
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Point of interest
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Gym
    Gym
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Gateway Avenue, Festival City, Dubai
  • Dubai Festival City Mall
    13 min walk
  • Dubai Creek
    3 min drive
  • Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club
    10 min drive
  • Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.)
    9 min drive

Room options

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Creek View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Waterfront View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Room (Waterfront View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 59 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Waterfront View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Dubai

Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel places you in the centre of Dubai, connected to a shopping centre and within a 30-minute stroll of Dubai Festival City Mall and Dubai Creek. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Sirocco, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own poolside bar. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Business amenities include 6 meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of free valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Dubai Festival City hotel include Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Frame.

What's nearby

  • Dubai Festival City Mall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dubai Creek - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Dubai World Trade Centre - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Dubai Mall - 10 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Burj Khalifa - 11 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Emirates Station - 5 min drive
  • Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ikea Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪IKEA's Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Godiva - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Choco Lovers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ikea Café - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel

Central hotel connected to a shopping centre in Dubai Festival City with a full-service spa
Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 6 meeting rooms. A children's pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Dubai hotel.

  • 496 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel offers 496 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. A pillow menu is available. 47-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Dubai hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, French, Hindi, Russian, Spanish, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee: AED 75 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Joe's Backyard Grill
  • Sirocco
  • Z Garden
  • Zeste Cafe

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (254 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 47-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: AED 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AED 75 per person
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Dubai Festival City Hotel
Holiday Inn Festival City Hotel
Holiday Inn Festival City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel on 13 Dec 2024 start from AU$191.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel is Kite Beach (15.8 km).

Is there a spa on site at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Is Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is served daily between 6:30 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel?

No, Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 414 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 414 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 414 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 414 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 414 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ebony Mignon, Lacey

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay overall was amazing! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

yohannes

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amir

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bed was not clean, towels not clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

BENJAMIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel
One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at! Five star luxury, amazing customer service, the most extensive breakfast buffet I’ve ever seen, and super comfortable rooms. 10/10 would recommend and will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

siddiq

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place for family or business stay.
The most amazing service, very clean, the staff is very helpfull, I recommend this hotel, I can give 10 stars.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fawaz

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

muhammet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks for every think
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yasser, HOUSTON

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hotel in my opinion is judged by three things. The entrance (cleanliness, brilliance, and elegance) The floors ( rugs, baseboards, and overall smell) The bathroom cleanliness, modern, cork, and water pressure. The Holiday Inns & Suites of Dubai Festival City has all three.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Issam

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salla

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
V
Very nice, clean, modern. Spacious rooms. Very helpful staff. Very convenient with a connection to DFC mall
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Milka

Travelled with partner
I didn’t like that there was no movies on tv,pool was closed.The good thing was that is close to the airport and the shopping mall.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Joselito

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
First, pool is under maintenance and secondly, we didn’t have hot water on second day. They insisted that noticed were given but only was told 45 minutes after they turned the heater off
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

WAEL, Halifax

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

zeina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel with Shopping attached.
Beautiful hotel attached to a shopping mall via air conditioned walkway. Staff so efficient and friendly. Breakfast excellent, buffet dinner superb with so much variety to choose from. Rooms comfortable with good quality mattress and bedding. Nice size room and bathroom. Air conditioning cools nicely and is quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

GULNORA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Vivek at reception and concierge was exceptionally polite and helpful. He bought our bags to our room at 2am with a cheerful smile after we’d had a very long flight…. He was pleasant!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024