Fairmont Dubai

This hotel lies just 5 km from the city centre on the Sheikh Zayed street opposite the World Trade Centre. The hotel's walkway connects directly to the Dubai International Convention Centre. Dubai's International financial centre, the American University in Dubai, Dubai Internet City and Dubai Media City are all in the vicinity. It is around a 20-minute drive from the hotel to Dubai International airport.

The hotel welcomes guests in a 34-storey building with a lift and 394 rooms. Multilingual staff at the reception desk in the lobby are happy to answer any questions. Amenities available at the hotel include a baggage storage service, a safe and a cash machine. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. Additional facilities include a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service on request, a childcare service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry, a page service and a hotel shuttle bus. Complimentary newspapers are available.

Rooms feature a living area, a kitchen and a bathroom, and air conditioning ensures just the right temperature. Separate bedrooms are available. For a fee, extra beds or children's beds can be provided for little travellers. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. Other features include a telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge). A turndown service provides guests with additional comfort in the evening hours. Amenities provided in the rooms include slippers and a daily paper. The bathrooms have a shower, a bathtub, a whirlpool bath and a bidet. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available for daily use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has non-smoking rooms.

While the adults swim a few laps in the outdoor pool, children can enjoy splashing about in their own swimming area. A hot tub invites guests to soothe their muscles, and a poolside snack bar will take care of any hungry bellies. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym and aerobics. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam and a beauty salon. Subject to charge: massage treatments. Entertainment options and leisure facilities include a dance club and a nightclub.

Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a dining room, a café and a bar. Catering options include half board and full board. Breakfast, a lunch from the buffet or à la carte and a dinner à la carte offer plenty of delicious variety.

The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.