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Reviews of XVA Art Hotel

Al Fahidi Bastakiya, Bur Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

#7 of 104 B&Bs and inns in Dubai

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 411 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free Wifi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: February 2, 2023

    9.0
    Remembering old time
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything, remember me of my childhood

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2023

    8.0
    Soak in the Arabian vibes!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Being in the heart of Al Fahidi, you don't have a direct access to parking facilities. There is a parking area within the historical district about 5 minutes from the hotel.

    An exciting blast from the past! Dive into those Arabian Nights in this traditional location with modern comforts. Nice breakfast and friendly staff. Al Fahidi is a key heritage site with much of the original infrastructure preserved and intact. Have a cup of coffee at the Bayt Al Khaniar Coffee Shop and a nice lunch or dinner at Arabian Tea House and thank me later. The hotel is just 8 minutes walk distance from the nearest metro (Sharaf DG - green line), but it's also easy to get a cab. Also, a few steps away from Al Fahidi abra (boat) station, so you can easily explore Deira Old Souk or wonder around Al Seef waterfront promenade.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very good location and a quiet place to sleep I enjoyed my stay there.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 30, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very good Position, at the Old town.(Heritage Town)

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 25, 2023

    8.0
    Lovely intimate boutique hotel for something different
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    if you’re not a deep sleeper, pack earplugs because the mosque next door has very loud call for prayer twice in the early morning…

    Amazingly appointed, intimate property in the new cultural quarter of Dubai, Al-Fahidi. Art gallery on the premises, lovely café and courtyards, and only a few rooms! It made for a beautiful stay. This Dubai hotel will make you forget the kind of trashy tourism alas too usual in other Dubai hotels…A must-try!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 25, 2023

    10
    An Oasis of Calm
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Charming and quiet artful spot in the middle of the heritage area. Full of secrets to explore and books to read. Staffed with friendly people.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 25, 2023

    10
    Old Dubai, at its finest.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 5 nights

    nothing.

    I stayed here seven years ago and upon return today, it was as wonderful as I remember, perhaps even more so because of the current staff. The relaxed atmosphere in this vintage Dubai home reveals how life can be lived, even in bustling Dubai. While the rooms are wonderful, leaving the room and sitting outdoors in the various nooks and alcoves promotes a serenity, whether reading a book, studying or listening to the world around you. Weather leaving a busy souk or the bustling modern downtown, the walk into the Al Fahidi historic district, the entry into the XVA hotel courtyard, the walk to your room, especially if upstairs, past the outdoor beds inspires an internal tranquility. Breakfast served under the courtyard Banyan tree is a daily delight. A caution, the room doors are low and even I need to duck a bit, but that is part of the heritage of the location!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 15, 2023

    10
    excellent small hotel with tons of spirit
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing

    Amazing building with an impressive courtyard, very efficient and effective staff. pleasant rooms, and a small in-house restaurant is available all day.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 4, 2023

    9.0
    Authentic Middle Eastern place
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Authentic- unlike most places in Dubai Delicious breakfast Helpful and kind staff Great neighborhood

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 4, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothin

    Everythin

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: January 2, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    construction work that started at 7am outside my window - not the fault of the hotel of course and will probably be finished in a week

    very clean, interesting and pretty place to stay in the old part of town, excellent Turkish egg breakfast in the hotel

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: December 27, 2022

    10
    XVA hotel was a perfect, calm place to stay for our first trip to Dubai. We enjoyed learning about the area’s history a
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    we liked everything

    charming courtyards historical location in old town area

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 25, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Very small rooms.

    I liked that it was in an historic section of Dubai, and I loved the restaurant and breakfast! It seemed more authentic then the rest of Dubai.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: December 16, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    lovely place to stay in Dubai.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 12, 2022

    9.0
    Unique stay in Dubai.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    - Lack of signs that indicate the location of the hotel. - No parking near the hotel but not a break dealer.

    - The location is excellent. - The atmosphere is unique. - The staff are wonderful.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: December 6, 2022

    10
    wonderful in all respects
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    great location for old town. historic

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 5, 2022

    10
    This place is a hidden gem! The courtyards, staff, cafe, location, rooms… it was all so wonderful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This place was an absolute gem! The peacefulness of the location was a highlight.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: November 29, 2022

    8.0
    FAB
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rooms a bit small but i knew that before coming. I did.not realise it did not serve alcohol but they recommended local hotel bar. In the middle of 'heritage centre' which was still being built!

    The staff were great, the breakfasts good, mint lemonade fantastic. I loved the atmospere and style and also the music. The relaxing spaces on upper floor were lovely. Highly recommend. Perfect antidote to rest of Dubai.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: November 27, 2022

    10
    It's an amazing hotel I will be there every vacation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything was excellent and amazing 🤩🤩

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: November 23, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel's staff are lovely and the food is very good! Rooms are comfortable, stylish and very clean. Location is great!

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: November 22, 2022

    9.0
    A little historic oasis, filled with fascinating art, furnitures, design and ambiance
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    tv, noise from AC but preferred to use ceiling fans which was nicer

    staff, the atmosphere, ambience, guests and art was fantastic backdrop. location is peaceful and a unique spot and place easy to relax, lovely roof terrace and super fast wifi

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: November 20, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was great. The room, the breakfast, the people. Would love to return:)

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: November 19, 2022

    10
    such a special trip to be taken back in time and enjoy quality hospitality.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing. Perfect.

    amazing in every aspect.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: November 16, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location and the staff were awesome! Lots of attractions and good restaurants around the area. Our room was nice, quiet and clean unfortunately the other side of the bed creaked. Tip: if taking a taxi or Uber, just tell the driver to go to Arabian Tea House Bastikaya and its just a short walk from there.

    Stayed in November 2022

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