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Al Bawaba
23-06-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
From Novotel to ibis Styles: Explore Deira's Best Summer Hotel Offers
With summer now in full swing and domestic travel on the rise, Dubai's Deira district is quietly re-emerging as a weekend retreat for residents and travelers. In line with this shift a cluster of urban hotels, including Novotel, Mercure, ibis Styles, and Adagio Aparthotel, are leaning into the city's heritage appeal, offering thoughtfully positioned stays that cater to the evolving preferences of local travelers. More than just a price-driven proposition, the move signals a broader shift by the hospitality sector to court UAE residents seeking immersive yet affordable city breaks, and each hotel has tailored its summer offering to meet the needs of distinct traveler profiles. Novotel Dubai Gold District Bridging the energy of modern Dubai with the character of its historic trading heart, Novotel Dubai Gold District is ideally suited for business travelers, short-stay guests, and those embarking on cruise journeys from Port Rashid. It's the perfect choice for visitors looking to explore the Gold and Spice Souks, while also offering convenient access to Dubai International Airport, making it ideal for a hassle-free, time-efficient stay. The hotel is a great option for those wanting to balance meetings with leisure, serving as a well-connected base to discover the city. What sets this property apart are its elevated views, outdoor pool, gym, and tranquil spa, making it the perfect place to unwind. Whether it's a layover, a weekend stop, or a culturally rich short escape. Mercure Dubai Gold District Steps from the Gold Souk Metro Station and a short stroll from Dubai's atmospheric heritage zones, Mercure's newest outpost feels like a cultural checkpoint between the past and the present. Designed for travellers who prefer cobbled streets over concierge queues, the hotel connects you to the sensory overload of Deira's souks — gold, spice, textiles — with the added benefit of plush, modern comfort. For first-time Dubai visitors and repeat travellers craving something more authentic, this property is a gateway to the city's soul. ibis Styles Dubai Gold District Stylish on a shoestring, ibis Styles Gold District is where budget meets bold. Tailored for solo wanderers, young couples, and backpackers, the hotel offers fuss-free stays with flashes of personality — think minimalist rooms, bright accents, and a location that's as walkable as it is photogenic. Within minutes, you're weaving through souks or hopping on the metro. It's also a smart pick for guests looking to explore the city on foot. Mercure Dubai Deira For the traveler who likes their escape with a side of flavor, Mercure Dubai Deira delivers. Set amidst Deira's dynamic souks and creative corridors, this property offers both grounded and generous vibes — rooftop swims, creative cocktails, and easy access to Dubai's evolving food scene. The contemporary interiors bring its distinctly local spirit to life. It's a natural choice for hybrid workers looking to balance work and fun, while chasing new discoveries beyond the typical brunch circuit. ibis Styles Dubai Deira Bold, expressive, and unapologetically Instagrammable, ibis Styles Dubai Deira was made for the modern traveler who values mood and meaning in equal measure. Interiors draw on Arabic calligraphy and local color, while rooftop views stretch across Dubai Creek and the city's low-slung historic skyline. The hotel invites creators and fun-loving guests to soak in the light, explore the city, and enjoy the art within the hotel — perfect for those who travel light but expect their stay to leave a mark. Adagio Aparthotel Dubai Deira For those who linger longer — families, business travelers, and digital nomads — Adagio offers a quieter, apartment-style rhythm. Its 189 fully serviced residences come with kitchenettes, laundry facilities, living spaces, and views of the Gold Souk waterfront. It feels less like a hotel and more like a pied-à-terre in one of the city's oldest neighborhoods. And when you're ready to dip back into the pulse of Deira, the souks, metro, and Dubai Creek are right at your feet. Valid for bookings made until July 31, 2025, for stays through September 30, 2025, the offer gives guests up to 25% off stays of two nights or more. The tiered discount includes 20% off for all guests, with an additional 5% for members of ALL – Accor Live Limitless, and 10% off for Accor Plus members. Available across all booking platforms, from direct websites to OTAs, the deal is prepaid, non-refundable, and non-flexible. While Dubai's hospitality industry typically sees a slowdown in summer, Deira's repositioning as a culturally rich, affordable escape appears to be a strategic response to evolving staycation habits. These offers not only aim to fill rooms during a softer season but also invite residents to rediscover one of the city's oldest — and most storied — neighborhoods.
The National
11-05-2025
- Automotive
- The National
All phases of Al Shindagha Corridor Development Project on Bur Dubai side completed
The final bridge being constructed as part of the Sheikh Rashid Road and Al Mina Street intersection development project was inaugurated today, completing all phases of the Al Shindagha Corridor Development Project in Bur Dubai. This means the traffic will now flow uninterrupted from Al Garhoud Bridge to Port Rashid through Infinity Bridge and extending to the Waterfront Market. The bridge was opened by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority on Sunday, state news agency Wam reported. The overall project has cut traffic along the Al Shindagha corridor, reducing travel time from 80 minutes to 12 minutes. The journey from Jumeirah Street to Infinity Bridge now takes five minutes, while travelling from Infinity Bridge to Al Mina Street and Al Wasl Road at the 2nd December Street intersection also takes five minutes, according to the RTA. Spanning 13km, the corridor benefits one million residents and major developments, including Dubai Islands, Dubai Waterfront and Port Rashid. The project, covering Sheikh Rashid Road, Al Mina Street, Al Khaleej Street and Cairo Street, covers 15 intersections, 18km of bridges and tunnels, and can handle an increase of 6,400 to 24,000 vehicles an hour. Journey time has been reduced from 104 minutes to 16 minutes. Officials estimate and economic benefit of Dh45 billion over 20 years. The final bridge at the Sheikh Rashid Road and Al Mina Street intersection can accommodate 19,400 vehicles an hour. Two pedestrian bridges are included in the plan. The Falcon Intersection, at Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road and Al Mina Street, consists of three bridges and a tunnel that can accommodate 28,800 vehicles per hour. Major bridges along Al Khaleej Street and a tunnel for left-turn traffic from Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road to Al Mina Street are included in the project. The Infinity Bridge spans 295 metres and provides 12 lanes with a capacity of 24,000 vehicles an hour. It also features a three-metre-wide cycling track and a 75-metre-wide navigation channel for safe vessel passage. The double-deck route extends from Infinity Bridge to Deira along Al Corniche Street, offering six lanes in each direction. The route connects to Al Khaleej Street and integrates surface roads with signalised intersections. Five bridges have been constructed to provide direct access to Dubai Islands, with a total capacity of 20,700 vehicles an hour. Currently 30 per cent complete, the 1,650-metre tunnel will connect Infinity Bridge in Deira to Al Khaleej Street and Cairo Street, providing three lanes in each direction with a capacity of 12,000 vehicles an hour. The RTA has launched a project to provide direct access to Dubai Islands from Bur Dubai. The new bridge will span 1,425 metres over Dubai Creek, with four lanes in each direction, a pedestrian and cycling path, and a 75-metre-wide navigation channel for vessel passage. The authority is leading a comprehensive road-building strategy to help ensure Dubai's infrastructure can keep pace with continued population growth. Dubai's population passed 3.5 million in 2022 and now stands at more than 3.9 million. Dubai Government is set to invest heavily in infrastructure in the years ahead as it sets its sights on growing its population to 5.8 million by 2040. In October, Dubai unveiled its largest government budget for 2025-2027, with spending of Dh272 billion. In 2025, expenditure is set at Dh86.26 billion, with 46 per cent to be spent on infrastructure, including roads, bridges, transport systems and renewable energy centres, as well as the Al Maktoum Airport development. In January, a 300-metre bridge connecting Sheikh Zayed Road to the Mall of the Emirates was opened to ease traffic levels in one of the busiest districts of the emirate. The bridge provides direct access to the mall and aims to cut travel times in half, the RTA said at the time.
