Location. Surrounded by a garden oasis, the Dubai Metropolitan Hotel (United Arab Emirates) is located on the main business artery, Sheikh Zayed Road, in the business district. The Dubai Exhibition Centre and Arabian Gulf beaches are both within four kilometres. Shopping is within five kilometres. Hotel Features. Dubai Metropolitan Hotel offers a cornucopia of dining options, including Chinese, Italian, Thai Seafood, Indian, English, American and Japanese fare. A poolside bar, nightclub, 24-hour restaurant and Internet café are also available. Four meeting rooms, a business centre and high-speed Internet access provide office support. Convenient extras include a seven-screen Cinema complex and food court, rental car desk, hair salon and convenience store. The leisure and sports complex boasts steam rooms, saunas, spa tubs, pool and gymnasium. Transport and access is available to the Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa (surcharge).

Guestrooms. Guestrooms are decorated in rich tones and dark-wood furnishings, and feature direct-dial telephones and satellite television. Minibars are available.

Expert Tip. A complimentary shuttle whisks guests to the Mall of the Emirates, which boasts 2.4 million square feet of shopping, a movie theatre, gaming area and the Middle East's first indoor ski slope, Ski Dubai. Ski Dubai features five ski runs covered in real snow.

Room Types:

Deluxe room:   One king bed or two twin beds. Modern décor featuring warm fabrics, rich polished woods, and soft furnishings. Twin seat sofa and coffee table. High speed Internet connection, cable television, telephone, minibar, and complimentary newspaper. Bathroom with large tub, bathrobes and designer toiletries.

Superior Room:   One double bed or two twin beds. High-speed Internet access. Cable/satellite TV. Minibar. Hair dryer. In-room safe. Complimentary newspaper.

One Bedroom Apartment:   One double bed. High-speed Internet access. Cable/satellite TV. Minibar. Hair dryer. In-room safe. Complimentary newspaper. One bedroom with king bed and ensuite bathroom. Living room with open kitchenette. High speed Internet connection. Daily housekeeping service. 24-hour security. Television. Fitted kitchen and wardrobes. Chinaware, glassware and cutlery. Safety deposit box at reception. Complimentary secure parking. 24-hour room service. Complimentary use of fitness centre and swimming pool.

Driving Directions: From Dubai International Airport: Approximate distance to the hotel is 15 kilometres.

Follow signs for Jebel Ali and Abu Dhabi. Cross the creek and continue straight. Go through the Trade Centre underpass. Go along Sheikh Zayad Highway to Exit 2. Leave the highway and go over the top of motorway. Follow signs for Dubai. Rejoin the highway now heading towards Dubai. Take the immediate first right. The hotel is straight ahead.