Located at Al Seef, a bustling destination spread 1.8 km along the Dubai Creek, Al Seef Hotel by Jumeirah brings to life the traditions of Emirati hospitality, inspired by the country’s rich culture and heritage. With the background of the historical Al Fahidi neighbourhood, the hotel is 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport and has direct links to Dubai Water Taxi and traditional abras with the Souk and multiple retail outlets and restaurants in the vicinity.
The hotel is located in the second phase of Al Seef, a new district of restaurants, cafes, shops and plazas, situated on a two-kilometre promenade on the south bank of Dubai Creek. Al Seef is the newest destination by Meraas, the masterminds being some of Dubai’s most popular tourist destinations including The Beach and City Walk.
At the opposite end of the promenade to the two recently opened hotels in Jumeirah’s Zabeel House collection, Al Seef Hotel by Jumeirah offers a distinctly different guest experience; one which places a strong emphasis on the city’s proud history. The area is still a bustling site of trade, with souks and aged dhows full of merchandise bound for India and Africa. A short stroll away are the museums, galleries and cafes of the popular Al Fahidi historical neighborhood; the architecture of which was the inspiration for the creation of Madinat Jumeirah, Jumeirah’s ‘resort of Arabia’ adjacent to Burj Al Arab.
“In days gone by, traders travelled across the deserts and seas of Arabia, bringing artefacts, delicacies and spices to the small collection of homes that stood on the shores of Dubai Creek”. – Alessandro Cabella, Area General Manager at Jumeirah Group.
The hotel offers 190 guest rooms spread across a 22 traditionally designed Arabian buildings adorned with iconic wind towers, creating a multi-dimensional world that blends modern Dubai with ancient Emirati Culture. Al Seef Hotel by Jumeirah provides the art centric, quality conscious, adventure seeking traveller a respite from their active journeys in the modern world.
Tucked away amidst the rooftops and courtyards of a souk located on the banks of Dubai Creek, the 200 room hotel is spread across 22 traditionally designed Arabian Bayt (homes), adorned with the wind towers famous throughout the region. With views down into the alleyways of the souk and out across the busy waterways of the Creek, Al Seef Hotel by Jumeirah is inspired by the culture, heritage and stories of old-world Arabia; and brings to life the warm traditions of Emirati hospitality.
“The village grew with houses of traders, the shops and alleyways of the souk; and was alive with the sights and sounds of merchants, fishermen and pearl divers – and so Dubai’s story began. Today, these homes have been replicated at Al Seef Hotel by Jumeirah, offering our guests the opportunity to glimpse into the past and create new stories of their own journeys.” added Alessandro Cabella. 04 364 7777
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