Academic City

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)
Explore the campus of 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

Dubai: Old Town, Creek, Museums, Souks, & Street Food Tour

Dubai: Al Fahidi Old Town, Souks, Street Food & Abra Cruise

￥2,563
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Al Fahidi Old Town, Souks, Street Food & Abra Cruise
Dubai: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

￥3,845
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Aquaventure Waterpark & Lost Chambers Aquarium Combo Ticket

Atlantis Dubai: Aquaventure Waterpark & Lost Chambers Aquarium Combo Ticket

￥16,658
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Atlantis Dubai: Aquaventure Waterpark & Lost Chambers Aquarium Combo Ticket
Burj Khalifa - 124th Flr. At The Top Ticket with Gray Line

Burj Khalifa - At The Top 124th Floor Observation Deck Tickets

￥8,158
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Burj Khalifa - At The Top 124th Floor Observation Deck Tickets
90-Minute Speedboat Tour: Dubai Marina, Atlantis, The Palm & Burj Al Arab

90-Minute Speedboat Tour: Dubai Marina, Atlantis, The Palm & Burj Al Arab

￥5,040
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
90-Minute Speedboat Tour: Dubai Marina, Atlantis, The Palm & Burj Al Arab
Dubai Harbour Luxury Yacht Tour with BBQ & Drinks

Dubai Harbour Luxury Yacht Tour with BBQ & Drinks

￥4,228
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Dubai Harbour Luxury Yacht Tour with BBQ & Drinks
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Academic City Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG

3 out of 5
Kahraba South East Dubai
The price is ￥9,008 per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
￥9,008
￥11,994 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mall of the Emirates and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (230 reviews)
"Phenomenal property, A+ for everything. Absolutely would recommend and come back."

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2026

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Waha St Dubai Dubai
The price is ￥7,265 per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
￥7,265
￥9,728 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates are located ...
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

4 out of 5
Airport Road, Casablanca Street Dubai
Fully refundable
The price is ￥9,137 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
￥9,137
￥11,841 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is ￥87,077 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
￥87,077
￥107,531 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,646 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure visiting Atlantis, the best family resort on the Palm! We loved our room, and our room valet made amazing towel animals while keeping everything clean and organized. Aquaventure and the aquarium were wonderful, and although Saffron was crowded, the food was great."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026

Atlantis, The Palm
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
East Crescent Road Dubai
The price is ￥31,033 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
￥31,033
￥38,877 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,288 reviews)
"Perfect hotel, very respectful staff and the professional, clean, very nice location.It's important to visit it when you are come to dubai, really you will enjoy your holiday"

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre

5 out of 5
Airport Road Dubai
The price is ￥17,197 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
￥17,197
￥21,929 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
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Where to stay in Academic City

Find the best Academic City areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A nighttime cityscape with a large fountain display in the center, surrounded by illuminated buildings and a bridge with people on it.
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Downtown Dubai

Travelers love Downtown Dubai for its popular shops, and you can see more of Dubai by jumping on the metro at Dubai Trolley Station 1 Tram Station or Dubai Trolley Station 2 Tram Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Dubai Mall and Souk al Bahar.

A wicker chair with striped cushions overlooking a coastal cityscape with a clear blue sea.
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Palm Jumeirah

Travelers 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.
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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

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Jumeirah Beach Residence. Make a stop by Marina Beach or The Walk while you're exploring the area.

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

Business Bay

Take time in Business Bay to visit attractions like Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables and Taj Dubai. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.

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