Large units
Multi-bedroom apartments can comfortably suit families; one review found a 3-bedroom unit spacious enough for six.
AL RAYA HOTEL APARTMENTS L.L.C
Al Mankhool
Al Raya Hotel Apartments is a casual apartment hotel in Al Mankhool, suited to families and longer stays that need more room than a standard hotel room. Reviews highlight large multi-bedroom units with kitchens, while the rooftop pool and gym add useful downtime options.
Reputation Score
3.7
★★★★☆
831 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Metro access
Burjuman and Karama metro stations are both within walking distance, making cross-city travel easier without a car.
Family kitchens
Apartments include useful basics such as a refrigerator, coil stove, plates, mugs and cutlery for simple meals.
Helpful staff
Several reviews describe the management, reception and security teams as cooperative and ready to assist with requests.
Recent upgrades
One recent guest said the rooms appeared renovated, with a fresh, modern and clean feel.
Parking supply
Guests arriving by car may find plenty of parking spots, alongside nearby metro and shopping access.
Pool and gym
The pool area and gym were both called out positively by a group travelling together.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm fees. Ask in writing about visitor rules and charges before booking a gathering; one guest reported AED 100 per visitor.
Document condition. Check appliances, furniture and fixtures at arrival and photograph them, as a guest advised checking items before checkout.
Bring cookware. For serious cooking, bring key cookware: one family found the kitchen basics usable but brought pans and a sieve from home.
Check facilities. Confirm pool, gym and sauna availability before arrival; the pool and gym were unavailable during one maintenance period.
Clarify deposits. Confirm the deposit amount, deductions and return timeline before paying, given a report of a nearly month-long delay.
Use the metro. For car-free travel, compare Burjuman and Karama stations; a family found them roughly equidistant from the property.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Burdubai - 32 19B St
Al Mankhool - Area, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Rooftop pool
The rooftop pool is mentioned as one of the property's leisure facilities, though another review reported maintenance downtime.
kitchen with cooking range
The two-bedroom apartment described by one guest included a kitchen with a cooking range for basic meal preparation.
Common Concerns
Pest reports
Multiple guests reported cockroaches, bugs or bed bugs, including sightings in a fridge and bathroom.
Deposit disputes
Reviews describe delayed or disputed deposit returns, including one deposit recovered only after contacting police.
Visitor charges
Guests booking gatherings reported an AED 100 charge for each visitor, with complaints about the explanation and handling.
Uneven cleaning
Some guests found rooms clean, but others reported irregular housekeeping, dirty rooms and insufficient towels or toiletries.
Maintenance issues
Reported problems include a faulty stove, a room without electricity, leaks and periods when the pool or gym was unavailable.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
950 AED
3 bed room apartment
“I stayed with my family yesterday night, I paid 950 AED for 3 bed room apartment”Google review · November 2023
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The Bottom Line
Al Raya Hotel Apartments in Al Mankhool is built around spacious, multi-bedroom units rather than compact hotel rooms. That makes it appealing for families: one group of six described a 3-bedroom apartment with a roomy living and dining area, multiple bathrooms and a kitchen equipped for simple breakfasts. Other guests also found the rooms clean, comfortable and recently refreshed.
The location is a practical strength. Burjuman and Karama metro stations are walkable, with supermarkets, Indian restaurants, shops and restaurants nearby. Guests mentioned Day To Day, Spinneys and easy food or grocery delivery, while drivers may appreciate the reported supply of parking spaces.
The rooftop pool and gym provide in-house leisure, although facility availability has not always been consistent. The main caution is uneven upkeep and administration. Reviews range from spotless rooms and prompt housekeeping to cockroaches, bugs, irregular cleaning, faulty appliances and leaks.
Deposit handling is another recurring concern, including one guest who waited nearly a month. If you are planning a gathering, confirm visitor rules first: several reviews report an AED 100 fee per visitor. At check-in, inspect the room and appliances, record existing damage and ask exactly what kitchen equipment, towels and toiletries are included.