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About the Hotel

Salahuddin Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star Hotel is a 3-star Dubai hotel in Deira, featuring comfortable rooms and various dining options. It offers a 24-hour front desk, business center, and easy access to major shopping malls.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira feature air conditioning, a minibar, and a modern bathroom. Each room is equipped with an electronic locking system, and certain rooms include a seating area for added convenience.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include an on-site restaurant where guests can enjoy local and international cuisines. The surrounding area offers various restaurants, allowing for a selection of authentic global flavors, including Indian and Syrian dishes.

Business & Services

Gulf Inn Hotel Deira provides a business center and photocopying services. Guests can take advantage of the 24-hour security, taxi service, and complimentary shuttle service to Dubai International Airport located just 10 minutes away.

Local Area & Transportation

The hotel's convenient location provides easy access to several attractions including Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo and Al Ghurair Centre, both within 1 km from the property. Nearby public transport options include Salah Al Din Metro Station and multiple bus stops within walking distance.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Suite

Max:

2 persons

280 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

240 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Triple Room

Max:

2 persons

280 sq. feet

Bed options:

3 Single beds

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Dubai3300 ft

Airports

Dubai Creek SPB (DCG) 3.2 mi

Dubai (DXB) 9.3 mi

Train

Union Square Station2300 ft

Baniyas Square Station4000 ft

Underground

Salah Al Din1700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

AED 30 per day

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Night club
Entertainment
Leisure/ TV room
Spa centre
Spa lounge
Full body massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Location

Salahuddin Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Map view

street view

Salahuddin Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

City landmarks

Museum

Dubai Museum

1.4 mi

Al Maktoum Road Intersection of D89 and Umm Hurrair Rd

Deira Clocktower

4200 ft

Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

1.3 mi

Southern side of Dubai Creek

Bur Dubai Abra Dock

1.2 mi

Gallery

XVA Gallery

1.3 mi

Museum

Coffee Museum

1.3 mi

2nd Za'abeel Road

Shiva and Krishna temple

1.4 mi

Gallery

Majlis Gallery

1.3 mi

Mall

Deira

2200 ft

Gallery

Al-Serkal Cultural Foundation

1.3 mi

Museum

Saruq Al Hadid Archaeology Museum

1.4 mi

M04

Hummer Desert Safari Dubai

2100 ft

Shopping Area

Twin Towers Shopping Mall

3700 ft

Aquarium

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

3900 ft

Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Sheikh Saeed al-Maktoum's House

1.8 mi

Shopping Area

Abraj Shopping Centre

4200 ft

Public Building

Dubai Municipality

2900 ft

Entrance of the Dubai Creek

The Dubai Heritage Village

1.7 mi

Marina

Al Seef

1.6 mi

Museum

Women's Museum

1.3 mi

Market

Meena Bazaar

1.6 mi

Public Building

Dubai Municipality Museum

1.3 mi

Mosque

Grand Bur Dubai Masjid

1.4 mi

Al Bastakiya

Philately Museum

4600 ft

Al Ahmadiya St

Al Ahmadiya School

1.4 mi

Square

Al Seef Village

5000 ft

Library

Juma Al Majid Heritage and Culture Center

1.2 mi

Museum

Museum of Illusions

2.1 mi

Nearby

Mall

Al Ghurair Center

1000 ft

Omar Bin Al Khattab Rd Deira

Swissotel Spa and Sports

1000 ft

Restaurants

Chef Wong Restaurant

400 ft

17 12 Street Click Hotel

KimChikin

1400 ft

Al Karama Ground Floor

Seafood in a Bucket

800 ft

Ansar Gallery Al Jazeira St

Wok & Go Noodle House

1400 ft

Food Court

Pastarito Pizzarito

1400 ft

Al Rigga Al Rigga Rd Al Ghurair Centre

KFC

1900 ft

KFC Salah Al Din DCC Opposite City Star Hotel Near Fish Round About

Krispy Kreme

1900 ft

1 Al Rigga Rd Al Muraqqabat

The Lords Pub

2500 ft

Al Muraqqabat Rd

Al Zahra Walandaleeb Restaurant

2200 ft

Al Rigga Al Rigga Rd

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

60%

loved their spa retreat and can’t wait to return.

6.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.2

Location

6.6

Service

5.0

Dining

5.2

Ella

United Kingdom, January 2025

5.8/10

I had a mixed experience at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira. While the location near the Salah Al-Din metro station was a major plus, the cleanliness and overall maintenance left much to be desired. There were issues with noisy surroundings and a lack of basic amenities. though some staff were courteous and helped make my stay comfortable.

Rooms

5.0

My room had a few cleanliness issues, including an unclean bathroom. Additionally, the absence of basic amenities like a kettle and toothpaste was frustrating. The room's overall condition could use improvement.

Service

5.0

While the reception team was generally courteous, I encountered unprofessional behavior at times, especially from some staff who were not very helpful. The service could definitely be more organized.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was quite convenient, only a short walk to the metro and close to several shopping options. It made exploring the area easy and accessible.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was merely okay, lacking variety and catering mostly to specific tastes. However, there was at least one team member who tried to accommodate vegetarians.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel lacks several standard amenities, such as a pool or reliable room service. Additionally, I faced constant issues requesting basic items like toothpaste during my stay.

Alec

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.6/10

My stay at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira was quite disappointing. The room was spacious, but it had a terrible odor and was not clean. The location was convenient near the metro, but the hotel's atmosphere and facilities left much to be desired.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were spacious but smelled awful and were not soundproof. I expected better hygiene standards.

Service

5.0

The service from the staff was not up to standard. they were not helpful during my stay and had poor guest management.

Location

5.0

The hotel’s location was fairly good, being near the metro and close to shops and restaurants. which was a plus.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited and repetitive. breakfast was not to my liking as it lacked variety and quality.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were lacking; no swimming pool was a downside, and the overall cleanliness was concerning.

Layla

United Kingdom, November 2024

5.8/10

My stay at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira was a mixed bag. The clean rooms and good breakfast were highlights, but noise from the night clubs and some service hiccups really detracted from the experience.

Rooms

6.0

My room was spacious, nicely decorated, and clean, but the noise insulation was poor, and I could hear conversations from the hallway. Plus, the refrigerator wasn't working properly.

Service

5.0

The check-in process was smooth, but I found the staff at times to be average and a bit unhelpful, especially when I asked for additional towels.

Location

8.0

The location is perfect, just a short walk to the Sal Al Din metro station and nearby malls. Very convenient for getting around the city.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast was the best part, with tasty Persian options that I really enjoyed. However, the overall dining options felt limited during my stay.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel had several facilities like room service and dry cleaning, but some aspects, like the internet access and the nightclubs, were not to my taste.

Will

United Kingdom, November 2024

5.0/10

My stay at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira was quite disappointing. The location was decent, being near the metro, but the overall experience fell short. The noise from nearby night clubs disturbed my sleep, and the cleanliness of the room was not up to par.

Rooms

5.0

Upon arrival, I found my room to be very unclean. There was a bad smell, and the bed felt uncomfortable, like it had not been properly maintained. I felt like there were insects under the blanket, which was quite disturbing.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking. I had to repeatedly call for room cleaning, which only occurred the following day. The staff at check-in was not friendly, and I even had to pay for them to print my voucher.

Location

5.0

The location is convenient, close to the metro and shopping centers. However, the presence of night clubs and the activity outside made it feel less secure and welcoming.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited. The breakfast was not impressive, and I expected a better variety for a continental service. It felt more like a low-quality cafeteria.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were minimal. I noticed that they did not provide basic amenities like electric kettles, and the housecleaning service was inadequate.

Aiden

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.0/10

My stay at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira was quite mixed. On one hand, the location is very convenient, close to the metro and various shopping options. On the other hand, the room cleanliness and overall service left much to be desired. The breakfast was mediocre and the staff's attitude was not very welcoming. I wouldn't recommend this hotel if you're looking for comfort! 😕

Rooms

5.0

The room cleanliness was unacceptable, with dirty floors and dusty carpets. There were even cockroaches spotted during breakfast! The bed sheets and towels had a strange smell as well.

Service

5.0

The reception staff was not welcoming at all. They were slow and unhelpful, lacking proper understanding of guest needs.

Location

7.0

I found the location quite good as it's near the metro and shopping centers, making it easy to get around Dubai.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was below mediocre and not served until 8 AM, which I found late. There were issues with food cleanliness as well.

Facilities

5.0

Basic facilities were available, but there should be improvements in housekeeping and general cleanliness.

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Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star Hotel, Dubai

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining & Nearby Options

Business & Services

Local Area & Transportation

Choose your room type

Price and Room Availability

Getting around

Facilities

General

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Location

Reviews and Ratings