Name: XVA Art Hotel
Address: Al Fahidi Bastakiya, Bur Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Al Fahidi Bastakiya, Dubai Emirate, UAE
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $123 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.7

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*8.3* Dubai Museum: only 5 minutes away! (1,100 feet by foot)

*8.4* Al Bastakiya: only 5 minutes away! (1,150 feet by foot)

*9.2* Grand Mosque: only 5 minutes away! (1,300 feet by foot)

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The trees in the courtyard, the art work every where, the cultural and historical touch in the interior, the food as well the room key😅 🔐 There is no shisha or alcohol around the place which make it pure cultural experience and keeping people with no interest in art and history away..

Reem

United Arab Emirates

Was unique and intimate unlike the crowded indifference of big hotels.

Expat_traveler

South Africa

The coziness of the place, the authenticity of the rooms, the Courtyard Cafe, the area around the hotel provides you with nice experience. The artistic vibes

Shamsa83

United Arab Emirates

This place is amazing. I knew this neighbourhood and always wanted to stay at this place. I like the atmosphere, mix of art and tradition- feel almost like being in a movie. The staff is very professional and the food is good.

Estelle

Ireland

It’s so artsy. If you wanna stay away from all the skyscrapers and explore the old Dubai, it’s a must to stay in this place.

Izza

United Arab Emirates

The hotel was AMAZING . It really worth to stay in this hotel , although the location wasn't perfect ( cause it could cost you a bit for the taxi ) but still metro station is 10 min walking . Breakfast was really delicious 😋. The hotel was piece of ART .

Fawaz

Kuwait

Beautiful space in a converted old mansion. Gorgeous Arab feel with modern art sensibility. Perfect design touches to feel cultured yet comfortable. Perfect boutique hotel.

Thomas

United States of America

This is a chance to understand what Dubai must have been like before the explosive building and population boom. Close to the textile and gold souks, and surrounded by charming local shops and educational groups, it’s a walk into history of this ancient culture.

Linda

United States of America

This hotel is located in the "old town" of Dubai. However, there is really nothing near the hotel to go to other than the souks. These souks are just tourist traps of items that are made in China but sold in Dubai. The hawkers can be very aggressive and annoying. You have to take a boat or the metro to get to down town area. The metro is very easy to use. I think the hotel is nice but we were not blown away by it. I think the staff were accommodating but nothing that stands out as great. The breakfast is VERY limited and there really are not any other options close to the hotel. Make sure you bring wine or beer if you want any alcohol, because there is none sold in the hotel or at any of the cafe's in the old town.

Dawn

United States of America

The food was amazing. The facility was very artsy and Zen. Helpful staff made sure your stay was an enjoyable one.

Brittany

Kuwait

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What guests loved the most:
“The trees in the courtyard, the art work every where, the cultural and historical touch in the interior, the food as well the room key😅 🔐 There is no shisha or alcohol around the place which make it...”

Reem United Arab Emirates
“Was unique and intimate unlike the crowded indifference of big hotels.”

Expat_traveler South Africa
“The coziness of the place, the authenticity of the rooms, the Courtyard Cafe, the area around the hotel provides you with nice experience. The artistic vibes”

Shamsa83 United Arab Emirates
“This place is amazing. I knew this neighbourhood and always wanted to stay at this place. I like the atmosphere, mix of art and tradition- feel almost like being in a movie.”

Estelle Ireland
“It’s so artsy. If you wanna stay away from all the skyscrapers and explore the old Dubai, it’s a must to stay in this place.”

Izza United Arab Emirates
“The hotel was AMAZING . It really worth to stay in this hotel , although the location wasn't perfect ( cause it could cost you a bit for the taxi ) but still metro station is 10 min walking .”

Fawaz Kuwait
“Beautiful space in a converted old mansion. Gorgeous Arab feel with modern art sensibility. Perfect design touches to feel cultured yet comfortable. Perfect boutique hotel.”

Thomas United States of America
“This is a chance to understand what Dubai must have been like before the explosive building and population boom.”

Linda United States of America
“This hotel is located in the "old town" of Dubai. However, there is really nothing near the hotel to go to other than the souks.”

Dawn United States of America
“The food was amazing. The facility was very artsy and Zen. Helpful staff made sure your stay was an enjoyable one.”

Brittany Kuwait

XVA Art hotel is located within the heart of historic Al Bastakiya. It offers elegant rooms featuring art by well-established designers and artists from the region, including Zayan Ghandour and Numa. Free WiFi is available.

All rooms at XVA Art are individually decorated. All rooms include air conditioning, a private bathroom, and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms have views of the surrounding wind-towers and minarets.

XVA’s store offers local artwork, handicrafts, handmade handbags and jewelry. Guests can enjoy the work of several international artists in XVA’s art gallery.

The central courtyard’s award-winning café serves vegetarian gourmet cuisine, made with fresh regional ingredients. The café also offers an array of fresh fruit juices and light refreshments.

Dubai International Airport is 20 minutes away by car. It is only a 5-minute walk from the Dubai Museum. The Gold Souk and Abra are 10 minutes' walk away.

Bur Dubai is a great choice for travelers interested in sightseeing, tourist attractions and shopping.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.3 for two-person stays.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

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Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Halal, American

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Closest Landmarks *

Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding
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XVA Gallery Dubai
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Dubai Museum
0.2 miles
Al Bastakiya
0.2 miles
Grand Mosque
0.2 miles
Textile Souk
0.3 miles
Deira Spice Souk
0.3 miles
Old Souk
0.4 miles
Meena Bazaar
0.4 miles
British Consulate
0.4 miles

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Coin Museum Lake
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Dubai Creek Mountain
0.2 miles
Dubai Museum Mountain
0.3 miles
Gold Souk Lake
0.3 miles
Spice Souk River
0.3 miles

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Dubai Airport
3.7 miles
Sharjah Airport
14.3 miles
Al Maktoum International Airport
27 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Beautiful space and great location. The staff was great!”

Charlotte

Denmark

“One of the best underrated hotels in Dubai . In a land of atlantis and intimidating skyscrapers , XVA just sit modest in the heart of old dubai . I visited th...”

United Arab Emirates

“I loved that the hotel was more homely in terms of how the rooms were personalized. The location of the hotel is in an amazing art district so for the art love...”

Grace

Kenya

8.3

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Food: Middle Eastern, Local, International

Menu: Buffet & À La Carte

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Until 11:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Children of all ages are welcome.

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0 - 1 year	Can use a crib when requested	FREE
0 - 1 year	Can use an extra bed when requested	AED 275 per child, per night
2+ years	Can use an extra bed when requested	AED 275 per person, per night

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

XVA Art Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The Fine Print

A prepayment deposit via bank transfer is required to secure your reservation. The property will contact you after you book to provide any bank transfer instructions.

Please note that guests are required to bring a valid ID along with the passport when checking in.

For express check in, kindly send a scanned copy of your valid passport and also copies of every accompanying guest to the property. For UAE residents, you may provide your Emirates ID card.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

“The trees in the courtyard, the art work every where, the cultural and historical touch in the interior, the food as well the room key😅 🔐 There is no shisha or alcohol around the place which make it pure cultural experience and keeping people with no interest in art and history away..”

“This place is amazing. I knew this neighbourhood and always wanted to stay at this place. I like the atmosphere, mix of art and tradition- feel almost like being in a movie. The staff is very professional and the food is good.”

“The hotel was AMAZING . It really worth to stay in this hotel , although the location wasn't perfect ( cause it could cost you a bit for the taxi ) but still metro station is 10 min walking . Breakfast was really delicious 😋. The hotel was piece of ART .”

“Beautiful space in a converted old mansion. Gorgeous Arab feel with modern art sensibility. Perfect design touches to feel cultured yet comfortable. Perfect boutique hotel. ”

“This is a chance to understand what Dubai must have been like before the explosive building and population boom. Close to the textile and gold souks, and surrounded by charming local shops and educational groups, it’s a walk into history of this ancient culture.”

“This hotel is located in the "old town" of Dubai. However, there is really nothing near the hotel to go to other than the souks. These souks are just tourist traps of items that are made in China but sold in Dubai. The hawkers can be very aggressive and annoying. You have to take a boat or the metro to get to down town area. The metro is very easy to use. I think the hotel is nice but we were not blown away by it. I think the staff were accommodating but nothing that stands out as great. The breakfast is VERY limited and there really are not any other options close to the hotel. Make sure you bring wine or beer if you want any alcohol, because there is none sold in the hotel or at any of the cafe's in the old town.”

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Reviewed: August 17, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Directions. A map of the pedestrian area would be helpful.
Food. Architecture. Seclusion.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: August 13, 2019

Cathy
Australia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Some may not like the call to prayer at 4.30am. It was representative of Dubai and part of the whole experience.
The room was comfortable and cool. The beds and linens were good quality. The hand stitched room key tags were in keeping with the whole art concept. The concierge was so helpful. The location was perfect for the old Souq. The food at the cafe was delicious.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 8, 2019

Peter
Germany

2 helpful votes
8.8

“Live like a shiekh in the poor end of town”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
The location is 1km from the nearest metro and the neighbourhood offers very little of interest for a tourist. Fortunately taxis are cheap and there is one excellent Arabic Teahouse nearby and lots of Indian/Pakistani restaurants and shops.
An authentic 100 year old home for a wealthy emirati shiekh with inner courtyard, thick stone walls and polished stone floors in parts. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The rooms are large with good air conditioning.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: July 14, 2019

Ana
South Africa
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Hotel property. Sound of prayer from surrounding mosques.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 27, 2019

William
Australia
10

“Interesting.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The entrance could have been more obvious, especially at night.
The friendly helpful staff

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 22, 2019

Mia
China
7.9

“a quiet place to enjoy！”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
cafe is a really nice place！

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: May 30, 2019

Marion
Australia

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
The food was not nearly as good as when we stayed there some years ago, and the meal staff not at all friendly. We unfortunately left most of our meal on both occasions because we did not like it.
The manager was very helpful getting us a taxi on two occasions. The setting is very restful in that busy city.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: April 23, 2019

Manuel
Portugal

13 helpful votes
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 5 nights
The room was comfortable but rather spartan for the price charged in comparison with other hotels in Dubai. The air-conditioned in the entry hall was rather noisy, and the one in the room was directed to the bed, which turns to be rather uncomfortable. Furthermore, there were two complimentary bottles of water when we arrived. However, despite paying the same, the hotel did not provide more bottles of water in the following days, something that was stated in an A4 sheet of paper they gave us on arrival. During the same trip, we stayed in another two hotels, one in Downtown Dubai and the other in central Abu Dhabi, where complimentary water was provided every day, independently of the number of days we stayed and where we paid a similar or inferior price for bigger and more comfortable rooms when compared to this one. The breakfast was good but rather dull if you stay more than one night. The core is always the same, as it is the list of items you may ask for. In sum, a nice hotel to stay for one night but with a bad relation price-quality.
The hotel is excellently located in a pedestrianized zone of old Bur Dubai that was completely rehabilitated. The hotel doubles as an art gallery with some very impressive works being exhibited. Our room was located in one of the two patios of the old house. It had a small entry hall with a sofa, a room, and a bathroom, and was very quiet and clean. The wi-fi was available for free and worked very well. All employees were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast is served in one of the patios but it is not a buffet breakfast.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 13, 2019

Jeremy
Australia
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Away from high rise resorts, Arty, quiet, unique, focus on culture.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 8, 2019

Tom
United Kingdom
9.2

“Always a peaceful delight.”
- • Business trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 3 nights
We lost power for a short while during and after a very intense electric storm, and lost wifi for a bit longer, but staff were very kind indeed (including extra breakfast!), so not really a criticism at all!
Always great to be at the XVA. A tranquil haven, and such a refreshing change from just another anonymous business hotel.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 2, 2019

Zinamk
Oman
5.0

“Creative Intention, Poor Execution”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
There is no parking area for the hotel and the closest one is far especially if you have bags to carry. There is an alternative to park somewhere around and pay some money but this option is not even explained by the staff of the hotel. Quite the contrary, when I expressed that I expect the hotel to give me options or explain how I can park my car, there were not helpful at all. The beds are not comfortable, the room was full of mosquitos in the evening and the room was tiny.
I liked the art behind transforming an old house into a hotel, and I loved the paintings and the architecture. I recommend it for those who want to see or feel living in another era in this region. it has open spaces between rooms and the whole Fahidi area is a renovated area worth seeing.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: March 31, 2019

Reem
United Arab Emirates
10

“A hotel you must stay in.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The trees in the courtyard, the art work every where, the cultural and historical touch in the interior, the food as well the room key😅 🔐 There is no shisha or alcohol around the place which make it pure cultural experience and keeping people with no interest in art and history away..

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 25, 2019

Judith
Canada

1 helpful vote
10

“Loved it, so relaxing and welcoming”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely helpful staff in this boutique hotel, in historic, art filled neighbourhood. Easy walk to ferries to go across the creek to the big souq area. The city is somewhat chaotic but this hotel is a charming oasis. Menu is vegetarian, and no alcohol but food was great so absence of meat and alcoholic beverages not a problem. Dubai museum very close. Would highly recommend for visitors who can live without the usual amenities. Enjoy!

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 24, 2019

Nina
United Arab Emirates

2 helpful votes
7.1

“It was an experience.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No proper coffee, rooms are super small.
The uniqness

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 16, 2019

Anonymous
United States of America
9.0

“Wonderful place to stay!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing although a slightly lower price would be great. The rate went up quite a bit since the last reservation a little more than a year ago.
Breakfast was outstanding. The staff was over the top helpful! We will definitely stay there again.

Stayed in March 2019

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