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Grand Central Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a marina, near Al Ghurair Centre

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Grand Central Hotel in Dubai's heart offers luxury with marina access, an outdoor pool, city views from the rooftop terrace, and spa treatments like manicures, facials, and body scrubs. Enjoy free WiFi and helpful multilingual staff throughout your stay.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

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Executive Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

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Executive Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Al Rigga Road, Deira, Dubai, 185722

What's nearby

  • Deira Clocktower - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Al Ghurair Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • City Centre Deira - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fish Roundabout - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Al Seef - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Al Rigga Station - 11 min walk
  • Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪كباب إربيل العراقي - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Al Safadi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Juice World - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dencio's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Grand Central Hotel

Upscale hotel near Al Ghurair Centre
Near City Centre Deira, Grand Central Hotel provides a marina, a nightclub, and a poolside bar. Indulge in a body treatment, a massage, and a facial at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a free grocery shopping service and a rooftop terrace.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-in, a porter/bellhop, and a TV in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, wedding services, and a gift shop
Room features
All 163 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (AED 30 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AED 35 for adults and AED 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Marina
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 150 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: AED 15.00 per accommodation, per night
    • A tourism fee is imposed by the city and collected at the property. The fee is AED 15.00 for the first bedroom per night, and increases by AED 15.00 per night for each additional bedroom.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AED 35 for adults and AED 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: AED 100 per vehicle (one way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AED 50 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Self parking fee: AED 30.00 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AED 150 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Grand Central Dubai
Grand Central Hotel Dubai
Grand Central Hotel Hotel
Grand Central Hotel Dubai
Grand Central Hotel Hotel Dubai

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Central Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Grand Central Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for AED 30.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Grand Central Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Grand Central Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Grand Central Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of AED 100 per vehicle applies.

Where is Grand Central Hotel located?

Located in Deira, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Al Ghurair Centre and City Centre Deira. Gold Souk is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away. Al Rigga Station is 11 minutes by foot and Salah Al Din Station is 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Grand Central Hotel Reviews

6.8

7.0

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

6.6

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 93 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Iyabode

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff very friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Iyabode

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was beautiful
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Shan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Its Good for the Price

Good hotel for a short stay for the price. Parking is available but we need to pay AED20 per night. Beware there are no electric sockets inside the room. We need to unplug the lamps and use those sockets for charging our phones or whatever.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ahaid

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bug
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

BIRGITTE

Liked: Room comfort
I was given a smoker rom even though I booked a non smoker room. There was a lot of noise / loud Music in the hotel. The reception wanted 200 dirham in disposit when I checked in, which was very Strange - I never experinced anything like that before.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Royda

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rami

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I booked for 5 days, Sounds to loud early in the morning, they provide water and tea just for the first day. I had to pay staff for the rest of my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Irene

Liked: Staff & service
5 mins walk to al Rigga station. A lots of restaurants near by. The Filipina front desk is very accommodating and kind. The ceiling of the room is old specially in the washroom they need replacement. Over all we are safe and get some good sleep. Stayed for 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Hammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice rooms but very noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Salahuddin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check-in took longer time. Had to wait about 10 - 15 min before the receptionist could attend me.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Al Rigga area of Deira, Friendly and helpful staff. However the hotel rooms are dated and need refurbishment. Water pressure is poor and very little, if any hot water at anytime of day/night. Another down side was we had booked 2 single occupancy rooms (higher rate than 2 people sharing a room) My friend (in one room) had his girlfriend come and stay and was charged an extra 100aed per night ! Even on the final night, which we had paid upto 12 noon and had to leave at 1am for flight, hit charges for lowing her into the room ? The details in the hotel diary are also out of date with pool times and bar opening and name of bars available in the hotel. ** for info** if you have lower floor room you will here music coming from the Metro Manila bar and Cheers bars (this didn’t affect us) You will also be charged a refundable deposit per room on arrival and local tax
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Souaybou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotel in Dubai, I highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

BIG NO

Summary: Based on our experience, we unfortunately cannot recommend the Grand Central Hotel. The issues we experienced, from lack of security to exorbitant extra charges, made our stay more problematic than enjoyable. We hope that the hotel takes this feedback into account to improve future guest experiences. The only bright spot during our stay was the Filipino staff, whose friendliness and service stood in stark contrast to the poor treatment of the rest of the staff. It is our sincere opinion that the hotel's management should re-evaluate its HR strategy to improve the guest experience. "A brilliant aspect of the hotel's operations is the exceptional efforts of the Filipino staff. Their hard work and dedication have been invaluable and have contributed greatly to the success of the business. To further enhance the customer experience and optimize operations, it would be beneficial for hoteliers to consider integrate more employees with similar competencies and work ethic demonstrated by the Filipino staff
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is old , needs updating and is quite noisy the area is ok for walking but the music loud , parties etc. not recommended for older people!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ardit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything it was perfect, just the hotel was a little bit old

6/10 Okay

Abeda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
It was ok I booked delux room with one queen bed and one single bed but i got two single beds instead
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been coming here for akng time and I will not choose anywhere else i fewl good here, great massages as well
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

OLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very nice. Samuel rhe porter was very detailed in his advise on the available hotel facility . Espee, the restaurant staff was very helpful, nice and very kind. She went out of her way to make our stay pleasant. The reception staff needs to get more information on transportation around Dubai. We asked about train or bus services to expo dubai, but the only option they could give was by taxi. Whereas the al riga train station provides train service to the expo dubai. The taxi cost us a lot. Also there are free bus shuttles called expo riders from many points. The management could something about the noise from the disco hall. Thanks for the early check-in given.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Average.

Breakfasts were definitely worth it, but the lobby area etc smelled of cigarettes, and in general the area appeared slightly worn. The pool area upstairs was fairly average. Shower and room facilities were tidy and mostly clean, however the towels had stains on them from previous users. It was handy to shops and to the bus and train stations.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Fabrizio

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ristorante ok il resto no
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Rathin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We liked there Breakfast staffs and food. They were helpful. The room we stayed, was not a good room. Bathroom mirror was broken at the middle. Whole trip we covered the mirror because in any culture of the world people follows broken mirror brings bad luck. We asked for room change. The front desk staff was not helpful. We were waited long time to switch the room. Finally we gave up and stayed 3 days in same room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Worst misguiding hotel with no amenities in Dubai

I stayed for 2 nights with wife and kid because it was shown as family hotel with swimming pool and gym etc but all were in bad condition and gym was hidden bar. Pool was worst.there was no rooftop restaurant. Completely misguided hotel. Not at all good for family. Will never ever stay at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
old, most of amenities closed: restaurant, sauna, massage parlour and more
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

neema

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good price but very uncomfortable

It started very nice with breakfast brought into the room but the night staff was very rude when i asked them about the Wi-fi as to why it wasnt working...they kept on hanging up the phone on me from my room...and when i was going out, i asked for the taxi and they refused to book call one for as they weren't any outside and i was travelling with two toddlers. At night time all you could hear is the noise from the nightclub that they have downstairs...so you cant even sleep properly
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

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