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Urban Panda Hostel JBR Dubai

Beach spa retreat walking distance from Dubai Marina Mall

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Located near Marina Beach and Dubai Marina Mall, Urban Panda Hostel JBR Dubai offers a lively atmosphere for travelers. Guests can relax on the beach or by the two outdoor pools. The hostel provides paddleboarding, water skiing, and a spa with Thai massages.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Room options

View all photos for Bed In Bed In Female Dormitory (Female Only)

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed In Bed In Female Dormitory (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed In Bed In Big Hall Mixed Dormitory (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed In Bed In Master Mixed Dormitory (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Budget Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
Braih St, Dubai, Dubai

What's nearby

  • The Walk - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Marina Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Beach Mall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dubai Marina Mall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Skydive Dubai - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Jumeirah Beach Residence 1 Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ستاربكس - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Seven Hotpot - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Suvoroff - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Bateel - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Urban Panda Hostel JBR Dubai

Hostel near The Walk
Located close to Dubai Marina Mall and Marina Beach, Urban Panda Hostel JBR Dubai provides an adjacent golf course, 5 beach bars, and a shopping mall on site. Active travelers can enjoy water skiing, boating, and paddleboards at this hostel. Treat yourself to a Thai massage at the onsite spa. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • A free beach club on site, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Coworking spaces, local meal delivery service, and an elevator
  • ATM/banking services, outdoor furniture, and a paddleboard on site
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and printers.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 3 bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • 60-inch LED TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, eco-friendly cleaning products, and communal kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 5 beach bars
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Archery
  • Boat
  • Free beach club
  • Full-service spa
  • Paddleboard
  • Shopping mall
  • Water skiing

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator (60 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hospital bed
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable hoist available
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 3 shared bathrooms (in-room sinks)
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 60-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laundry detergent
  • Printer
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Guests are recommended to download the property's Ezee mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

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.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
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

Property is also known as

Urban Panda Hostel JBR Dubai Dubai
Urban Panda Hostel JBR Dubai Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Urban Panda Hostel JBR Dubai have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Urban Panda Hostel JBR Dubai pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Urban Panda Hostel JBR Dubai?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Urban Panda Hostel JBR Dubai?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Urban Panda Hostel JBR Dubai located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Dubai Marina hostel is next to a golf course and within a 10-minute walk of The Walk and Marina Beach. Dubai Marina Mall and Souk Madinat Jumeirah are also within 6 mi (10 km). Jumeirah Beach Residence 1 Tram Stop is only a 3-minute walk and Dubai Marina Mall Tram Station is 10 minutes.

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Urban Panda Hostel JBR Dubai Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 11 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sumit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Urban Panda Hostels are perfect for budget solo travelers. Friendly staff and great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rishi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impressed by the cleanliness and hospitality at Urban Panda Hostels.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Azer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adnan

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

Excellent

Decent hostel in great location on a budget. Good for stays with friends or better half.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, beautiful view, balcony A little expensive for a hostel, probably only because of the view .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adnan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely, relaxing time at this place. It was everything I needed and wanted from a hostel and very new, clean and homely. The staff member treated me very well and was very pleasant. I would highly recommend staying here and will definitely return .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Near to beach and JBR walk is fabulous, especially in the night time. Other guests were good, we become a group in no time. I really liked the staff Ali and housekeeping girl Imma, they were very nice, kind and welcoming. I lived here for a week. Special thank to the host, Ali. He is cool and friendly, suggested me lot of good places. Helped me with some visa issues. Best memories, best hostel in Dubai.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Iris

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mohammad

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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