The Fairmont Dubai, Dubai

I visited Dubai for the first time last year and was very impressed as soon as I had hit the airport. A friend picked me up and took me to a hotel where we were to stay for a night and day, before leaving for Abu Dhabi. I didn't have any idea which hotel we were about to stay in. As we pulled off the expressway, I noticed the two beautiful towers of the World Trade Centre at the heart of Dubai, as we approached them. As I was gazing at the towers and the numerous buildings surrounding it, I didn't notice the Fairmont Hotel fast approaching. The building is beautiful. It matches the style of ... more

I don't know where to start with this hotel. The hotel was amazing, every need was catered for. Lets start from the outside..... it looks fantastic. A change from the usual high rise buildings in dubai. It looks like your very own castle. The outside is decorated with very fine marble which fits in perfectly. I was impressed from the moment we pulled up in our taxi. The lobby area is all marble and you're greeted by exceptionally friendly porters/greeters. They do everything for you, open the door, take you're luggage, makes you feel very important. Whenever you step out the hotel the porters ... more