An increasing number of UAE residents are turning to hotels for long-term stays.
Aside from perks such as room service and regular housekeeping, long-term hotel stays can be more convenient for some as they are flexible compared to signing a year-long rental contract. For others, it's a more economical option, given rising rents and all the other fees that come with such leases, including paying brokerage and utility bills.
In the UAE, there are plenty of long-term stay options on offer, many located conveniently near major business districts or, if you're in Dubai, close to a metro station.
Here, The National rounds up some of the best deals across the UAE.
Jumeira Rotana
Located in Bur Dubai, the hotel is a 10-minute drive from Downtown Dubai, making it a good choice for those who also want quick access to the heritage areas of Dubai, such as the famous Al Fahidi neighbourhood.
Long-term stays at this property include weekly housekeeping and access to a self-service laundry area. Guests also get several discounts – 30 per cent on on-demand laundry services, 50 per cent on room service and 15 per cent at the hotel restaurant.
Monthly cost: Prices differ based on the room, but start from Dh3,999 in a classic king suite; rotana.com
Rove Hotels
Rove Hotels has nine properties across Dubai, most of which are located in prime areas, such as Marina, Downtown and City Walk.
A long-term stay here includes 50 per cent off on self-service laundromat and on-demand laundry service, 30 per cent off on food and drinks at The Daily restaurant and a 20 per cent membership discount on co-working application Letswork.
Monthly cost: Prices differ based on the property. The cheapest is Rove At The Park, where prices start at Dh2,999; rovehotels.com
Edge Creekside Hotel
The four-star property near old Dubai offers its guests – short and long-term – an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym, as well as select rooms with creek views.
The deal includes twice-weekly housekeeping, 25 per cent off on laundry services, as well as a 20 per cent discount on food and drinks.
Monthly cost: A deluxe room with city views costs Dh6,000, while a two-bedroom suite with creek views costs Dh13,000; edgehotels.com
Premier Inn
The budget hotel, which has properties in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, is offering long-term stays with daily free breakfast. The brand is popular with long-term guests – about 240,000 tenants stay across its hotels in the UAE and Qatar every year.
Aside from the daily breakfast, there are also up to 30 per cent discounts on other food and drink purchases, as well as laundry services.
Monthly cost: Prices start at Dh2,640; mena.premierinn.com
Studio One Hotel
The funky property is popular with on-the-go executives looking for long-term hotel stays.
Three rooms are available for this offer, which also includes 20 per cent discount on food and drinks, swimming pool and gym access, as well as two tokens for self-service laundry per week. Guests can also get special rates for the hotel's meeting spaces and private cinema.
Monthly cost: Prices start at Dh5,500; studioonehotel.com
Ibis Al Barsha
The budget hotel in Al Barsha near Mall of the Emirates recently underwent renovation. The lobby doubles as a co-working space, as well as a lounge area with foosball and pool tables.
The long-term stay comes with free parking for one car and twice-weekly housekeeping by arrangement.
Monthly cost: Prices differ based on the room, starting at Dh3,999 for a standard king room; all.accor.com
Media One Hotel
The four-star property in Dubai Media City is conveniently close to a lot of office buildings in the area. Dubai Marina is also a quick drive from the hotel.
A 30-day stay gives guests twice-weekly housekeeping services with daily rubbish collection, an indoor parking space, dining discounts at the hotel restaurants and access to a guest pantry.
Monthly cost: Prices start at Dh9,870; mediaonehotel.com
Hyde Hotel
Guests can book a room at the Business Bay hotel for six months for a special price. The deal comes with daily housekeeping, parking, as well as gym and swimming pool access. There's also a 25 per cent discount on all food and drinks at the property. Guests can pay more to add breakfast.
Monthly cost: Prices start at Dh8,500 with minimum six-month stay, inclusive of taxes. Breakfast can be added for Dh1,500; ennismore.com
Jumeirah Living Marina Gate
The Jumeirah Hotel property in Dubai Marina offers perks for those booking 30 nights or more.
Guests can choose between studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites, all equipped with open-plan kitchens. Housekeeping can be arranged thrice weekly and guests can negotiate a flexible payment plan.
There are special rates to access Wild Wadi Waterpark, and guests booking a one or two-bedroom suite get complimentary private beach access.
Monthly cost: Rates depend on the unit. Studio stays start at Dh13,470; jumeirah.com
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi
The hotel offers studios and one-bedroom apartments to its long-term guests. Both rooms are furnished and include a fully fitted kitchenette.
Guests can avail themselves of special discounts at the hotel's food and drinks outlets, as well as the spa. The deal also comes with weekly housekeeping, access to the swimming pool and gym, plus an individual washing machine.
Monthly cost: A studio costs Dh9,500; dusit.com
Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi
Guests looking for a five-star experience can check out this property with its view of Abu Dhabi's unique mangrove expanse and proximity to the Eastern Mangroves promenade, which is home to a bustling food and beverage scene.
The hotel offers long-term residents 30 per cent off on laundry services, 20 per cent off on food and drinks, and 20 per cent off at the spa.
Monthly cost: Prices start at Dh8,499; anantara.com
Jannah Hotels
The four-star hotel has five locations across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah.
Long-term guests get twice-weekly housekeeping service, underground parking and complimentary use of recreational facilities within the hotels. There is also a 20 per cent discount on food and drinks.
Monthly cost: Prices depend on the unit. A suite with a sea view at Jannah Burj Al Sarab in Abu Dhabi costs Dh7,500; jannah-hotels.com
