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About the Hotel

Al Rigga Road Next To Rigga Metro Station, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 29499
Very good
7.9
7.5
/10
3.2
/5

Located around a 5-minute stroll from Juice World, the upscale 4-star Excelsior Hotel Downtown Dubai has an outdoor swimming pool with loungers. The upscale hotel offers a banquet hall and sits within a few blocks of the Al Ghurair Center.

Location

This Dubai hotel is 2.7 km from the Lush Creek Waterside Park and just 600 metres from Al Rigga underground station. The Excelsior Hotel Downtown Dubai is ideally situated nearly a 10-minute ride from The Floating Bridge.

Guests might as well visit Al Muteena Community Park, which is only 1.5 km away. Entertainment options in the area feature the Bur Dubai Abra Dock approximately a 15-minute drive from the accommodation.

The nearest bus stop is c09, located merely 650 metres away, and Business Bay train station is 12 km away.

Rooms

The smoke-free rooms at Excelsior Hotel Downtown are furnished with sound-proof windows, and include free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Also, the hotel features carpet flooring. Bathrooms come with a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, along with hair dryers and a shower cap. Guests can enjoy views of the city.

Eat & Drink

International dishes and fruit desserts are served at the à la carte restaurant. Drinks are available at the rooftop bar. A snack menu and pastries are offered here for all tastes. While staying at the Excelsior Hotel Downtown, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Atlantics, located a mere 5 minutes' stroll away, or Bistro Restaurant at a 5-minute walking distance.

Leisure & Business

Beach facilities at the property include beach towels. As part of its commitment to guest wellness, this hotel includes a fitness club featuring fitness classes.

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Excelsior Hotel Downtown offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Executive Queen Room F&B
2 persons
370 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
Executive King Room F&B
2 persons
370 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
Executive Twin Room F&B
2 persons
370 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
Superior Queen Room F&B
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers
Facilities: Very good
7.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Adults only
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Hairdresser
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Billiard tables

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial
  • Beauty treatment
  • Massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Excelsior Hotel Downtown Location

Al Rigga Road Next To Rigga Metro Station, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 29499
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Al Rigga Road Next To Rigga Metro Station, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 29499
Nearby
Khubaise Small Mosque
100 ft
Al Rigga St
Juice World
1100 ft
Al Rigga Mosque
1500 ft
Pan World Travel and Tourism
1600 ft
Black Cave
1800 ft
Gargash Mosque
1900 ft
Restaurants
Al Safadi
500 ft
Al Rigga Al Rigga Rd Al Muraqqabat
Alsafadi Restaurant
600 ft
Alriqqa Street
Manhattan Restaurant
700 ft
Al Rigga Rd Deira
J5 Cafe
1300 ft
22c Street Al Muraqqabat
Automatic Restaurant & Grill
1400 ft
Al Muraqqabat Al Muraqqabat Rd Al Rigga Road
Puranmal
1200 ft
32 37 St Al Muraqqabat
Kabab Erbil Iraqi
1100 ft
73 Al Rigga Rd Al Muraqqabat
Sham Sham
1000 ft
Al Rigga Al Rigga Rd 71 Al Muraqqabat
Al Shami Restaurant
1500 ft
Al Muraqqabat Al Muraqqabat Rd 14 Street
Rocky's Cafe
1200 ft
Al Muraqqabat Rd
The Palms Restaurant
1700 ft
Al Muraqqabat Rd
Getting around
City Centre
Dubai17 min  ·  4600 ft
Airports
Dubai Creek SPB (DCG)6 min  ·  2.1 mi
Dubai (DXB)9 min  ·  3.5 mi
Train
Union Square Station15 min  ·  4000 ft
Baniyas Square Station23 min  ·  1.2 mi
Underground
Al Rigga3 min  ·  700 ft
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at AED 25 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of AED 65 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Hindi, Panjabi / Punjabi, Serbian, Tagalog / Filipino, Urdu
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
8
Number of rooms:
137
Former name
Holiday Inn Downtown

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Excelsior Hotel Downtown from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 907 verified reviews
7.9/10
Very good
79%
Recommend
Breakfast
6.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Comfort
8.0/10
Facilities
7.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
8.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.4/10
Staff
8.6/10
Value for money
8.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 550 reviews
3.5/5
based on 3050 reviews
7.9/10
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