Dubai is home to some of the most luxurious, contemporary and stunningly beautiful hotels in the world. Famous for their glittering skyscrapers and record-breaking tourist attractions, Dubai attracts millions of tourists every year. Even through the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and despite international travel being interrupted in 2020, Dubai’s share of the global market rose by 0.3 percent YOY – the only city to register a positive spike, when international tourism declined by 74%. This achievement was testament to Dubai’s undeniable reputation as one of the world’s safest and most popular destinations for international, leisure and business tourism. With long-term stays on the rise due to the abundance of amenities and an uber-convenient lifestyle in Dubai, tourists (and even some locals) are staying in hotel apartments for the length of their stays.
In this blog, we’ll explain why long-term hotel apartments are the favoured choice for so many people in Dubai.
1. Convenience and comfort
For a true home-away-from-home experience, a long-term stay in a Dubai hotel apartment offers the height of convenience and comfort. Fully serviced and equipped with all the appliances and facilities you could ever need, you might consider never leaving! Hotel apartments in Dubai are designed with business travellers and staycation tourists in mind, with spacious, modern interiors, fully equipped kitchenettes, lounging areas, internet connectivity and TVs available for the most comfortable stay possible.
On site, you will also find a host of amenities, including gyms, spas, swimming pools, restaurants, bars, shops and even co-working spaces and other business facilities to ensure that you don’t need to stray far to find what you need or desire. Throw in the perks of room service, a 24-hour concierge and linen and cleaning services, and you’re set for a 5-star experience that will leave you wanting to extend your stay for as long as possible!
2. Flexibility
One of the most significant advantages of staying in a hotel or serviced apartment is the freedom you have to come and go as you please. There are no fixed term contracts or additional expenses for utilities, so if you find another place with a better deal or you suddenly have to leave for any reason, you can simply pack your bag and check out without worrying about burning cash on an empty rental home. You have the option to stay as long as you like too.
Some people live in hotel apartments permanently because of the convenience and luxury lifestyle afforded to them. If you’re planning a long-term stay in a hotel apartment, there are no limitations on checking out, so you can stay as long or short as you please. For new arrivals to Dubai or those facing a little uncertainty, having a more flexible long-stay option is the perfect solution. Thirty Sleeps facilitates stays of 30 nights and above with some of the best accommodation partners.
3. Price
Ordinarily, one would expect the cost of staying in a hotel or serviced apartments for extended periods would be exorbitantly expensive, but that is no longer the case in Dubai. From as little as AED 2,999 per month, you receive all the perks and convenience of hotel living. Couple this with the fact that you will be paying zero utility bills, maintenance fees or any other overhead costs, and you can see why so many people have eschewed rental agreements and opted for long term hotel stays instead.
For example, Stuart Birkwood, who opened Radisson Red in Silicon Oasis, Dubai in 2020, quickly realised the demand for long-term hotel apartments and responded by offering flexible, affordable and unique hotel apartments designed for extended stays. “Within 60 days, we’d reached close to 80 per cent occupancy in the apartments alone, with 70 per cent of those on long-stay [30-plus days],” Birkwood said.
Depending on accommodation and size, the cost of a long-term hotel stay compared to a traditional rental contract, are similar. However, when you factor in the costs of utility bills and landlord deposit for a rental contract, the added convenience and flexibility of a long-term hotel stay presents itself as a much more attractive option over a rental. With all the amenities and services included in the costs of a long-term hotel offering, most people end up staying, even if they had plans to find a rental at a later time.
4. Location
Naturally, hotels in Dubai are located in prime areas throughout Dubai. This means that they are in close proximity to prominent travel routes and public transportation, as well as tourist attractions and business hubs. Depending on your unique needs, you are sure to find a long-stay hotel option perfectly situated within easy reach of where you work, where your children go to school or where you most desire to explore.
The beauty of hotel living also opens up the possibility of hotel-hopping - meaning you can hop from one hotel to the next to meet different people and experience different parts of Dubai as often as your heart desires. An absolute dream for nomads and thrill-seekers!
5. Service
Serviced apartments mean hassle-free living! All the appliances, equipment and furnishings are high quality, modern and durable. In the event that something goes wrong, breaks or becomes damaged, simply stroll down to reception or ring up the concierge to have it repaired or replaced straight away!
6. Rewards for 30+ day stays with Thirty Sleeps
An unsurpassed advantage of some of the most-renowned hotel apartments in Dubai: rewards, discounts and benefits simply for staying 30 days or more! Thirty Sleeps is the only sleep program that offers monthly rewards for extended stays of 30+ days at selected hotels, apartments and villas. You can stay as long as you want!
Not only is it cost-effective, flexible and convenient, with no long-term commitments, you can forget the humdrum of contracts, utility bills and maintenance fees.
Thirty Sleeps Benefits
- Free to Explore: There are no fees to use our platform, search for accommodation and claim rewards
- Exclusive Rewards: Get vouchers, discounts and benefits simply for staying at our Sleep Partners for 30+ days
- Save Money: Affordable rent with linen & cleaning, bills & utilities included in your stay
- Commitment-free Living: Pre-approved options, flexible terms, convenient facilities & fully furnished, equipped accommodation
- Exciting Destinations: Enjoy the style and charm of our contemporary Sleep Partner locations
Thirty Sleeps Sleep Partners
With Thirty Sleeps, the monthly fee is all-inclusive and there are no initial or additional expenses! Check out these Thirty Sleeps accommodation options ranging from AED 2,999 for a hotel room and from AED 4,500 for a Serviced Apartment.
Rove At The Park - Starting from AED 2,999 /mo
Located near Dubai Parks & Resorts, convenient for access to Dubai Expo 2020
Rove Healthcare City - Starting from AED 4,999 /mo
Convenient and stylish living in Bur Dubai
Rove City Centre - Starting from AED 4,999 /mo
Modern living at the gateway of Dubai's historic area
Occidental Al Jaddaf - Starting from AED 13,700 /mo
Fabulous hotel in the heart of Dubai
Rove Trade Centre - Starting from AED 5,499 /mo
The booming business hub that’s well connected to the beat of the City
Suha Creek Hotel Apartments - Starting from AED 5,850 /mo
Breathtaking views of the Creek awaits
Suha Mina Rashid Hotel Apartments - Starting from AED 5,850 /mo
Modern suites with fantastic views of Dubai
Grand Heights Hotel Apartments - Starting from AED 7,200 /mo
Embrace the energy in the vibrant area of Barsha Heights
Copthorne Hotel Dubai - Starting from AED 12,000 /mo
An ideal choice for long stay accommodation in Deira
Rose Rayhaan by Rotana - Starting from AED 8,000 /mo
An ideal Sheikh Zayed Road location with stunning panoramic views
Suha Park Hotel Apartments - Starting from AED 6,270 /mo
Come home and relax in tranquil surroundings
Rove City Walk - Starting from AED 6,999 /mo
Stylish, modern living with Rove at City Walk
Ibis Al Barsha - Starting from AED 3,999 /mo
Comfort on a budget! The newly renovated Ibis Al Barsha provides a modern yet relaxed vibe
Rove Downtown - Starting from AED 7,499 /mo
Downtown living with Rove Hotels
Rove Dubai Marina - Starting from AED 5,999 /mo
Marina living with Rove Hotels
Studio M Arabian Plaza - Starting from AED 4,500 /mo
The chic-urban hotel brand, part of the Millennium Hotels and Resorts
Radisson RED hotel Dubai Silicon Oasis - Starting from AED 8,000 /mo
Connected, comfortable and contemporary spaces at the heart of Dubai Digital Park
Novotel Al Barsha - Starting from AED 4,500 /mo
Centrally located premium 4-star hotel catering to business & leisure needs
Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate Dubai - Starting from AED 6,600 /mo
Spacious rooms & apartments only 15 minutes from Expo 2020
La Suite Dubai - Starting from AED 4,400 /mo
The Heart of Cosmopolitan Living
Suha JBR Hotel Apartments - Starting from AED 8,250 /mo
Stylish and contemporary furnished apartments located in Jumeirah Beach Residence
Rove La Mer Beach - Starting from AED 7,999 /mo
Life's a beach at Rove La Mer
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai - Starting from AED 8,000 /mo
Convenient stay near Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Jumeirah Emirates Towers - Starting from AED 9,200 /mo
A luxury hotel in Dubai's Financial Hub
The H Dubai - Starting from AED 11,999 /mo
5-Star Luxury Located at #1 Sheikh Zayed Road
Arjaan by Rotana Hotel Apartment - Starting from AED 7,000 /mo
Located in the heart of Media City - featuring a modern luxurious style, a home away from home
Adagio Premium Dubai Al Barsha - Starting from AED 8,000 /mo
Premium apartments located on Sheikh Zayed Road, only a short distance from the Mall of the Emirates
Jumeirah Living Marina Gate - Starting from AED 18,000 /mo
An exceptional destination for urban living in Dubai's upbeat Marina
