Manzil Downtown By VidavsTaj Dubai
Both hotels are recommended by travel writers. Overall, Manzil Downtown ranks slightly higher than Taj Dubai. Manzil Downtown is ranked #32 in Dubai with praise from 7 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, National Geographic and Condé Nast Traveler.
Manzil Downtown By Vida
 Time Out
 Travel + Leisure
 The Telegraph
 National Geographic
 Oyster
 Condé Nast Traveler
The Old Town, Downtown Dubai, Mohamed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Dubai 114822, United Arab Emirates
From $138/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 
 "The decor of the rooms is contemporary Arabic and all rooms boast a unique – if unusual – open style bathroom with a rainfall shower and gigantic oval-shaped bath." Full review
 "This boutique hotel—the sister property of the Vida Hotel—radiates a modern, Arabic-inspired ambiance." Full review
9.0
 "A great family option." Full review
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Choose between a room with a view of the Burj Khalifa or the swimming pool.
 "Chic, 197-room four-star in the shadow of the world’s tallest building; contemporary Arabian style melds modern and traditional." Full review
 Upscale
 "The 197-room Manzil Downtown Dubai is an upscale boutique property in the heart of downtown Dubai." Full review
 "Manzil is a chic boutique property in a sea of luxury hotels from global mega-brands." Full review
Taj Dubai
 Jetsetter
 The Telegraph
 Oyster
 Condé Nast Traveler
 Michelin Guide
Burj Khalifa Street, Dubai 8489, United Arab Emirates
From $131/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 
 "Luxe downtown high-rise opposite the Burj Khalifa, with an outdoor pool, an ayurvedic spa and four restaurants." Full review
9.0
 "An upscale Dubai property that seamlessly leaps the business-leisure divide." Full review
 Luxury
 "Typical of this luxury chain, the five-pearl Taj Dubai is a beautifully polished property infused with Indian touches." Full review
 "Jet-setting families with kids come to this 296-room hotel with a stand-out breakfast." Full review
 "The style sticks closely to the Taj template, a contemporary take on classical Indian design, and the staff can be counted on for the sort of eminently professional service" Full review