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Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star

3.5-star hotel near Dubai Creek, connected to a rail/subway station

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, wooden paneling, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.
A hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a toilet, and a sink.

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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139 Salah Al Din St, Dubai, Dubai
  • Place, Al Ghurair Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dubai Creek
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Gold Souk
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Dubai

Deira stay.Your stay at this Deira hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Dubai Creek and Gold Souk. City Centre Deira and Al Seef are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Al Ghurair Centre - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Reef Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dubai Creek - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gold Souk - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Al Seef - 6 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Salah Al Din Station - 2 min walk
  • Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bestoon Samad - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zutto Suki Ramen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tapa King - Al Ghurair - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zam Zam Al Ghourair - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lanzhou Noodles Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star

3.5-star hotel near Dubai Creek, connected to a rail/subway station
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 4 bars/lounges. There's an onsite business center.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Dubai hotel.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star offers 100 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Dubai hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (AED 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (AED 30 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AED 20 for adults and AED 10 for children
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • JCB International
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: AED 200 per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: AED 15.00 per accommodation, per night
    • A tourism fee is imposed by the city and collected at the property. The fee is AED 15.00 for the first bedroom per night, and increases by AED 15.00 per night for each additional bedroom.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AED 20 for adults and AED 10 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: AED 30 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: AED 30 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1040673

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Gulf Deira City Star Dubai
Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star Hotel
Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star Dubai
Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star Hotel Dubai

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star to the airport?

Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star is 2.6 mi (8-min drive) away from the Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star?

As of Nov 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star on Nov 16, 2026 start from CA $1,209, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star.

How close is Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star to the beach?

This hotel is 10.6 mi (22-min drive) from Jumeirah Beach and 12.2 mi (25-min drive) from Kite Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of AED 20 for adults and AED 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AED 30 per day, and valet parking for AED 30 per day.

Does Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star have a pool?

Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star does not have a pool.

Does Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer spa services.

How close is Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star to downtown Dubai?

Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star is 1.2 mi away from Dubai.

Gulf Inn Hotel Deira Formerly City Star Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

3.0/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suffocated and the very smelly!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Le service et la convivialité.
Stayed 18 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
立地はとてもよく、夜も便利なエリアにあります。メイン通りに面しており治安も安心です。ただ、設備は古めかしく、破損が目立ち、メンテナンスも行き届いていない印象です。シャワーはぬるま湯しか出ず熱いシャワーは望むべくもありません。
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025