HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS DUBAI INTERNET CITY BY IHG, Dubai

The hotel is at the heart of TECOM (Internet City, Media City, Knowledge Village), placing it within walking distance of many corporate offices and universities like Hult Business School. Dubai Internet City metro station is a 13-minute walk, and the Knowledge Village tram stop is within 5-10 minutes, providing direct access to the Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Marina, and Jumeirah Beach. The nearest public beach (Sufouh) is 10-15 minutes by car, and the complimentary hotel shuttle runs daily to Jumeirah Beach and the Mall of the Emirates (limited seats, book ahead). The neighbourhood is quiet at night, with several cafes, restaurants, and a supermarket within a 5-minute walk. Dubai International Airport is about a 30-minute taxi ride away.

All 244 rooms feature private bathrooms with a separate walk-in shower, hairdryer, and bathrobe. In-room amenities include a minibar, tea/coffee maker, in-room safe, black-out shades, and a sofa bed in some room types. The property was last renovated in 2014, and while some areas show signs of wear, rooms are generally clean. Connecting rooms are available, and cribs can be provided on request. Note that windows cannot be opened, so rooms rely on air conditioning. Some rooms are designated for smoking, so specify your preference at booking. The building has soundproofed rooms, but occasional noise from a 5th-floor nightclub on weekends can travel to lower floors.

The Great Room restaurant serves international cuisine for lunch and dinner, with a buffet option available upon request. The lobby bar and Brick Wall Sports Bar offer cocktails, snacks, and live sports on a big screen. For a change of scene, the 5th-floor Vista Restaurant provides an à la carte menu with terrace views of Palm Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab. Room service is available for a limited menu. The hotel also has a snack bar, vending machines for drinks and snacks, off-site restaurant delivery, and special diet menus can be requested. Some items like room service drinks or children's meals may incur an additional charge.

The complimentary 24-hour fitness centre provides cardio and strength-training equipment, free weights, and a clean, well-maintained space. There is no swimming pool or spa on site. For beach access, a free shuttle runs daily to Jumeirah Beach (limited seats, book at reception). The beach near Wild Wadi Water Park is also accessible via a short car ride. The hotel's lobby bar and the Brick Wall Sports Bar feature live sport events on a big screen, complementing the leisure options.

The 24-hour front desk staff speak English, French, Hindi, Italian, Russian, and Tagalog. Luggage storage is free for early arrivals or late departures. The business centre has printers, copiers, scanners, and office supplies. Three meeting rooms (largest 110 pax, 97 m²) with natural light and AV equipment are available for rent. Daily housekeeping is provided, and laundry/dry cleaning is available for an additional fee. The hotel is wheelchair accessible with ramp access, lift to all floors, and visual alarms. Wheelchairs are available on request. A paid airport shuttle (AED 175-205 per way) can be arranged. Free private parking (89 spaces, CCTV) is on site. The minimarket on site sells snacks and essentials.