12 rooms from CA$219 per night
“A fabulous alternative to the grandiose palaces of Dubai. An arty Arabian hotel filled with antiques, artwork, and understated furnishings. Chic rooms surround a charming inner courtyard and cafe. A wonderful choice for a more authentic taste of Dubai.”
“A fabulous alternative to the grandiose palaces of Dubai. An arty Arabian hotel filled with antiques, artwork, and understated furnishings. Chic rooms surround a charming inner courtyard and cafe. A wonderful choice for a more authentic taste of Dubai.”
Hotel Review
The XVA Hotel is in the Bastakiya area of old Dubai, down by the Creek and within the preserved Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. Next door is the highly respected Majlis Gallery. A wonderful contrast to the glitz of the Mall, it offers an enchantingly quiet, peaceful spot, ideal for a cold mint lemonade on a hot afternoon. The shady courtyard is adorned with interesting art, and there's a small shop of design-led gifts. Staff are attentive and welcoming. With an interesting Cafe menu and local eateries a stones throw away, it enables guests to get an authentic feel for Dubai as it used to be. Perfect for art lovers and those looking for a more interesting slant to Dubai.
Written by Fi Troughton
Recommended For
- Value chic
- Sights nearby
- Situated in the oldest part of Dubai Creek
- Watersports
- At the beach
- Local markets
- Romantic Break
- Close to nightlife
- Designer Shopping
- City Style
- Artworks
- The hotel has its own gallery and displays sculptures by its resident artist
- Restaurant
- Highly recommended on site cafe
- Sit-out Terrace
- Less £
- Free wifi
- Traditional
- Beach nearby
- Child friendly
- Antiques
- Chic
- Boutique
Facilities
- Restaurant
- Highly recommended on site cafe
- In room music system
- CD players in all rooms
- Garden
- Two courtyards
- Sit-out Terrace
- Cots available
- Free wifi
- Wifi
- Sitting Room
- Child friendly
Activities
- Sights nearby
- Situated in the oldest part of Dubai Creek
- Watersports
- At the beach
- Local markets
- Close to nightlife
- Designer Shopping
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XVA Art Hotel Review
Originally published by The Telegraph (view article)
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