Rooftop views
The rooftop pool is a standout, with an infinity-style setting and skyline views that guests describe as amazing.
Aloft Al Mina, Dubai
Al Raffa
Aloft Al Mina is a polished hotel in Al Raffa with modern, generally spacious rooms, a restaurant and a rooftop pool with skyline views. Guests also mention the complimentary shuttle to the beach and Dubai Mall, making it a practical base for short Dubai stays or family trips.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
1,222 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Shuttle service
The complimentary shuttle to the beach and Dubai Mall makes getting around easier without relying entirely on taxis.
Spacious rooms
Several guests found the rooms larger than expected, including family suites and connecting rooms.
Family breakfast
The breakfast buffet has been praised for its broad choice, including options children enjoyed.
Free parking
Drivers can use the hotel’s free underground parking.
Rooftop entertainment
The rooftop can be lively, with Saturday live music, belly dancing and dance performances alongside food and drinks.
Helpful service
Reviews repeatedly describe friendly, attentive service across reception, housekeeping, breakfast and room service.
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose sides. Request a room on the opposite side from construction to reduce traffic and building noise.
Ask quiet. If you are sensitive to noise, request a room away from the rooftop: one guest was placed below a party with bass until 3 AM.
Use parking. If you drive, ask about the free underground parking before arrival.
Use shuttle. Check the complimentary shuttle schedule for beach and Dubai Mall transfers; guests found it made sightseeing easier.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Sheikh Rashid Road & - 37th St
Al Raffa, Dubai
Common Concerns
Pest concerns
One guest reported finding a cockroach in a pillow, while another reported bed bugs and rashes after changing rooms three times.
Noise problems
Rooftop parties and nearby construction have disturbed some guests, with one party continuing until 3 AM.
Upkeep issues
Some reviews mention stained corridor carpets, damp smells and rooms or bathrooms needing maintenance.
Older interiors
A few guests felt the rooms and carpets looked dated or due for renovation.
Transport limits
The hotel can feel removed from the main city areas, with limited metro or taxi access reported by one guest.
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The Bottom Line
Aloft Al Mina is a modern-leaning hotel in Al Raffa that appeals to guests seeking roomy accommodation, a rooftop pool with skyline views and helpful service. You can eat at the restaurant, order room service, use the gym, or spend time at the rooftop bar and pool. The complimentary shuttle to the beach and Dubai Mall is a useful bonus, particularly if you are not driving.
Rooms are often described as clean, comfortable and surprisingly spacious, and families have praised the breakfast buffet’s variety. Free underground parking helps motorists, while the airport is described as close by in one review. The rooftop is more than a quiet swimming spot: Saturday evenings have included live music, belly dancing and dance performances, so it can suit guests who enjoy a livelier atmosphere.
Noise and upkeep are the main cautions. Reviews mention construction outside, poor window insulation and rooftop-party bass continuing until 3 AM, so request a room away from both sources if sleep matters. Other guests reported stained carpets, damp corridors and serious pest concerns, including cockroaches or bed bugs.
Experiences are mixed, making a room check at arrival worthwhile.