Courtyard Art Gallery

Our stay at Stella Di Mare Dubai Marina Hotel was very pleasant. The location is very convenient, especially being close to the metro, which made it easy to explore Dubai. We were happy to receive a room upgrade, and the larger room was very comfortable and spacious. The bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom was big and well designed. The breakfast offered a rich selection with a good variety of options, and the staff were welcoming. The only uncomfortable part was the repeated request to make a payment in advance and check in before 6:00 pm; otherwise, the reservation would be cancelled. According to my booking, payment was supposed to be made at check-in. It was not clearly explained why there was a risk of cancellation, which caused confusion and required additional communication. Overall, it was a comfortable stay in a great location. However, the guest profile of the hotel is largely Russian-speaking travelers. Many restaurants, cafes, and tour announcements were also available in Russian, which shows that Dubai strongly caters to that market.

Rooms were spacious and clean. Early check in was not available - not great when you have had an overnight flight with kids. The beach transfer is not to a private beach - it is a public beach with no sunbeds - not what I was expecting.

Great hotel, friendly staff