Metro access
Union metro is generally a three- to five-minute walk away, with access to Dubai’s red and green lines.
Al Jawhara Metro Hotel Dubai
Al Rigga
Al Jawhara Metro Hotel Dubai is a modest, budget-oriented hotel in Al Rigga with rooms and suites, breakfast, Wi-Fi and a business centre. Its strongest practical draw is the short walk to Union or Etihad metro, making city sightseeing and airport connections straightforward.
Reputation Score
3.8
★★★★☆
408 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Budget value
Reviews repeatedly describe it as a reasonable budget base, including one report of 135 AED per night.
Family stay
Several guests found it workable for families, with one family reporting a week-long stay at reasonable room prices.
Helpful service
Guests describe welcoming reception staff, including a late-arrival guest who was offered a room for 70 dirhams.
Nearby food
Local restaurants and familiar fast-food options are within walking distance, including biryani reported two minutes south.
Room breakfast
One guest said breakfast was rich and delivered directly to the room each morning.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check room. Ask to see the actual room type before settling in, since one guest said the allocated room was much smaller than its photos.
Inspect cleanliness. Check the bathroom, bedding and room corners on arrival; reviews specifically mention cockroaches, dust and bedbugs.
Keep it short. For a brief stop, expectations may fit better: one review called it suitable for one to three nights but not longer.
Use metro. Plan around the nearby Union station: it is a short walk and connects Dubai’s two metro lines.
Confirm price. Confirm the room rate before arrival; one guest saw an online price below 200 AED but was quoted 250–300 AED at the hotel.
Early arrival. If arriving before noon, ask about early check-in and any fee; one guest received a room at 5am for 70 dirhams.
Plan the visit
Practical details
opposite Al Maktoum Hospital Road
Al Rigga - Deira, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Indian restaurant
An Indian restaurant nearby is a useful food option for guests arriving from the airport or exploring locally.
Al Ghuraire mall
Al Ghuraire Mall is within the surrounding area, alongside shops, restaurants and transport.
Common Concerns
Pest reports
Multiple reviews report cockroaches, while another also mentions seeing bedbugs.
Old interiors
Some rooms are described as outdated, with chipped furniture, an old lift and a general need for renovation.
Bathroom issues
Reported problems include dirty bathrooms, leaks, a broken mirror, cold or lukewarm water and a cracked toilet.
Small rooms
Room size can fall short of online photos; one guest said the room was about half the pictured size.
Night noise
A guest reported noisy air conditioning even when switched off, along with disruptive nighttime noise.
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The Bottom Line
Al Jawhara Metro Hotel Dubai is a modest budget hotel in Al Rigga, mainly useful as a practical base rather than a polished retreat. You can book a room or suite, use the nearby metro to reach Dubai’s sights, and have breakfast at the hotel. Union station is usually described as a three- to five-minute walk, while Etihad is also reported as very close.
The location is the clearest advantage. Guests mention quick access to both Dubai metro lines, bus stops, Al Ghuraire Mall, shops and restaurants; one review found biryani about two minutes south, and another liked the familiar KFC, Hardee’s and McDonald’s nearby. That makes the hotel convenient for tourists who expect to spend most of the day out, and for airport stopovers.
Expect an older, simple property and check the room carefully before settling in. Reviews range from clean, spacious rooms with comfortable beds to complaints about dust, dirty bathrooms, leaks, cold shower water, outdated furniture, noise and rooms smaller than the online photos. Cockroach reports recur, with one review also mentioning bedbugs.
Families and short stays can work when the price is right, but confirm the exact rate and room condition first. Breakfast has received positive mentions, including room delivery, though facilities and upkeep appear inconsistent.