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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This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in sightseeing, tourist attractions and shopping – Check location Al Fahidi Bastakiya, Bur Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in sightseeing, tourist attractions and shopping – Check location

*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)

*9.1* 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.

This property is also rated for the best value in Dubai! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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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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Area Info – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in sightseeing, tourist attractions and shopping – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

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

Natural Beauty

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

Closest Airports

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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1 Restaurant On Site

Restaurant

Food: Middle Eastern, Local, International

Menu: Buffet & À La Carte

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From 1:00 PM

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Until 11:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Children are welcome

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.

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..”

Reem

“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

“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

“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

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Reviewed: April 13, 2019

Jeremy
Australia
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • 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

3 helpful votes
9.2

“Always a peaceful delight.”
- • Business trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • 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
Age group: 35 – 44
5.0

“Creative Intention, Poor Execution”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • 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
- • Superior Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • 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
10

“Loved it, so relaxing and welcoming”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • 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
7.1

“It was an experience.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • 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
- • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • 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
Reviewed: March 10, 2019

Chalabi
Lebanon
6.5

Pleasant
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bathrooms impractical with no hand shower and no toiletries to compensate for that. Lighting in rooms poor. Pillows hard.
Space, staff, atmosphere

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 1, 2019

Jutta
Ireland
9.6

“A most enjoyable experience, highly recommend it !”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 6 nights
A very beautiful place to stay if you like to be surrounded by culture and art, avoiding commercial tourism. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Staff is very very friendly and supportive. Food is absolutely excellent, you must try the peppermint lemonade - it's to die for.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: March 1, 2019

Abs Bader
Kuwait
Age group: 25 – 34
9.2

Awesome
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
So cosy and nature focused, I loved it

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: February 28, 2019

Jose
United Arab Emirates

1 helpful vote
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 1 night
Location, style

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 27, 2019

Expat_traveler
South Africa
Age group: 45 – 54

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I wish there were more people rooms that had balconies.
Was unique and intimate unlike the crowded indifference of big hotels.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: February 19, 2019

Shamsa83
United Arab Emirates

5 helpful votes
9.2

“Authentic experience in Bur Dubai”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No parking spots, no good TV channels
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

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 3, 2019

Alex
Greece
5.4

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Overpriced. From a boutique 200$/night hotel you expect something much better. Rooms need renovation.
Nice area. Nice architecture.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 29, 2019

Charlotte
Denmark
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 5 nights
Beautiful space and great location. The staff was great!

Stayed in January 2019

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	Superior Double Room - Non-Smoking 1 king bed	Show prices
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Area Info – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in sightseeing, tourist attractions and shopping – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

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