Balcony views
Several guests describe striking balcony views, including an exceptional outlook from a quiet, clean apartment.
BROWN STONE HOLIDAY HOMES
Business Bay
Brown Stone Holiday Homes manages furnished holiday-home apartments in Dubai, including stays in Business Bay and elsewhere. Reviews highlight spacious suites with balcony views, well-equipped kitchens and, in some buildings, convenient access to landmarks and facilities such as a gym.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
107 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Furnished suites
One suite had two comfortable bedrooms, a spacious living room, three TVs and a balcony.
Kitchen equipment
A reviewed suite included a microwave, toaster, oven and heater, giving longer stays useful self-catering equipment.
Landmark access
One location was described as roughly a 15-minute walk from Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall.
Building facilities
A guest specifically praised the gym and described the apartment as being in a good position.
Deposit return
One guest said the deposit return was initiated immediately after check-out, rather than being delayed.
Quiet rooms
Some stays were described as clean, peaceful and free from disturbance, with a homelike feel.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm check-in. Get check-in times and arrival instructions confirmed before travelling; one guest received no replies before arriving with an elderly mother.
Verify address. Cross-check the confirmed address against the booking map and ask for the exact building location before paying.
Clarify deposits. Ask for the deposit amount, invoice and official payment method in writing before using any WhatsApp payment link.
Confirm room type. Reconfirm that the reserved studio, one-bedroom or other unit type is actually available before arrival.
Plan backup. For prepaid stays, keep a contingency plan: one guest was told the apartment was unavailable only a day before arrival.
Check maintenance. Ask whether AC and essential access systems have been tested, as one long-stay guest reported unresolved AC and internet failures.
Plan the visit
Practical details
57P6+G2 Dubai The Exchange tower
Business Bay, Dubai
Common Concerns
Check-in failures
Multiple reviews report delayed or missing check-in details, unanswered calls and guests being left waiting or stranded.
Booking changes
Guests report units becoming unavailable shortly before arrival, including a reservation cancelled just one day before check-in.
Maintenance problems
Reviews mention unresolved AC, internet, access-card and window problems, including a broken high-floor window.
Cleanliness issues
Some guests reported dirty apartments, bad smells, cockroaches, insects and leftover rubbish.
Room mismatches
One guest booked a one-bedroom apartment but was initially given a studio and asked to pay extra to move.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
1000AED
security deposit
“Above all they may ask for a security deposit of 1000AED and they will not return it back”Google review · February 2024
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The Bottom Line
Brown Stone Holiday Homes is a furnished holiday-apartment operator with listings associated with Business Bay and other Dubai areas. The better reviews describe clean, peaceful apartments, spacious suites and strong views from private balconies. Some buildings also put guests within walking distance of Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, while one reviewer specifically praised the gym.
The accommodation can suit different stay lengths. A reviewed suite had two comfortable bedrooms, a spacious living room, three TVs and a fully stocked kitchen with a microwave, toaster, oven and heater. Another guest said the check-in and check-out process was smooth, and a separate review praised an immediate deposit-return process.
The risk is consistency rather than a lack of attractive apartments. Several guests describe delayed replies, missing check-in arrangements, last-minute unit changes and difficulty getting refunds or deposits back. Others report cockroaches, tobacco smells, broken equipment and unresolved AC or internet problems.
Before booking, confirm the exact address, room type, check-in procedure and every deposit or payment requirement in writing. If your arrival is late, with children or elderly travellers, do not rely on unanswered messages; keep a backup plan for accommodation.