What is Academic City like?

Academic City is a neighborhood that travelers like for its university setting.

What's the best accommodation in Academic City?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City is the highest ranked property in Academic City. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

How many hotels will I be able to 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 accommodations in Academic City.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Academic City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Academic City.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Academic City?

To access more information about updating your trip to Academic City or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page .

What is there to do around this Dubai neighborhood?

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.

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Our top choices for Academic City hotels

VOGO Grand Hotel formerly Best Western Plus Academic City

Academic City

ammar

￥12,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 18 - Feb 19

Paramount Hotel Midtown

Business Bay, 16.9 km from Academic City

Shailesh

￥33,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 18 - Feb 19

The Creekside Hotel Dubai an Accor Hotel

16 km from Academic City

Yong Chae

￥27,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Hampton by Hilton Dubai Airport

17.9 km from Academic City

Ali

￥12,120 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 18 - Feb 19

9 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Chinese cuisine

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek

19.5 km from Academic City

Mohsin

￥23,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 31 - Feb 1

Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai

19.6 km from Academic City

MOHAMMED

￥172,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 30 - Jan 31

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Towers Rotana

17.4 km from Academic City

Jamal

￥20,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 21 - Feb 22

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

Business Bay, 17.1 km from Academic City

Nikhil

￥49,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 21 - Feb 22

Private beach nearby, free beach shuttle, beach cabanas, sun loungers

Hotel Local Dubai, Jumeirah Village Triangle, Autograph Collection

23 km from Academic City

Alex

￥19,334 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 18 - Feb 19

Holiday Inn Dubai Village Circle by IHG

Jumeirah Village Circle, 21 km from Academic City

Jane

￥10,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 25 - Feb 26

Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

17.4 km from Academic City

Pawan Kumar

￥20,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf

22.6 km from Academic City

Farah

￥104,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

4 bars/lounges, 2 poolside bars, beach bar

Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab Dubai

22.3 km from Academic City

Ariane

￥159,749 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Crowne Plaza Festival City by IHG

13.7 km from Academic City

Abdullah

￥19,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Canal View

Business Bay, 14.7 km from Academic City

Adriana

￥24,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 25 - Feb 26

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Sheraton Grand Hotel, Dubai

17.8 km from Academic City

Wale

￥36,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 31 - Feb 1

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

Arabian Park Dubai, an Edge by Rotana Hotel

Jadaf, 14.4 km from Academic City

Otto

￥13,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 25 - Feb 26

Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach

Jumeirah, 19.6 km from Academic City

Adam C

￥156,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Jumeirah Mina Al Salam Dubai

22.5 km from Academic City

Gillian

￥93,385 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 9 - Feb 10

Aloft Dubai Airport

16.1 km from Academic City

Sara

￥16,162 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 20 - Feb 21

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Where to stay in Academic City

Find the best Academic City areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Dubai Mall which includes interior views and shopping

Downtown Dubai

Home to iconic landmarks like Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall, this mixed-use complex offers luxury shopping, an Olympic-size ice rink, and a variety of dining options along Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Boulevard.

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Aquaventure showing a waterpark and rides

Palm Jumeirah

Discover an archipelago of artificial islands featuring recently opened destinations like The Pointe, Club Vista Mare, and Nakheel Mall. Enjoy various hotels, resorts, and hotel residences, while exploring retail and dining options, all connected by the Palm Jumeirah Monorail.

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Dubai Marina

Artificial canal city boasting the world's largest human-made marina, featuring Dubai Marina Mall with 140 retail outlets, and The Walk at JBR for dining. Enjoy Marina Promenade views and access Al Sufouh Tramway for easy transport.

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Jumeirah Beach Residence

Waterfront community in Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Beach Residence boasts 40 towers, The Beach retail complex, and a 1.7-km strip called The Walk. Enjoy views of Ain Dubai on Bluewaters Island and easy access to Dubai Marina, Dubai Tram, and Dubai Metro.

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Gold Souk which includes a city, city views and signage

Deira

Historically significant, this district boasts centuries-old gold and spice souqs, ancient forts, and iconic structures. Shop at City Centre Deira mall, explore the Waterfront Market, or take a boat across Dubai Creek.

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Top Academic City Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Dubai

10/10 Excellent

"Everything - room, food and most of all the level of excellence in the staff. This Shangrila takes the Expedia VIP program to heart. I was provided with incredible perks. Instead of a room upgrade (because my room was amazing already), I was able to get Horizon Lounge access instead. The lounge experience here is 5 stars. Amazing breakfast, afternoon tea/snacks and evening cocktails. The Lounge staff about the best I’ve ever encountered. Such a great stay overall. Location is also excellent for anyone doing business in DIFC or near Burj / Business Bay. Well done, Shangrila! "