Near Gate
A reviewer described the VIP parking as very near the gate, with a VIP lounge offering shelter from heat and queues.
Dubai Parks and Resorts - VIP Car Park
Dubai South
Dubai Parks and Resorts - VIP Car Park in Dubai South gives visitors access to a large parking area serving the resort’s family theme parks. Reviews mention parking near the gate, a VIP lounge, and shuttle rides, with Motiongate, Bollywood Park and Legoland among the attractions beyond it.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
883 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Large Capacity
The parking area is described as huge, which can be useful when the resort is busy, even though finding your car later may be difficult.
Family Access
The resort gives families access to several distinct parks, including Legoland, Bollywood-themed attractions and Motiongate rides.
Covered Section
The parking area includes a covered section, while another section is open.
Shuttle Support
When weather is unsuitable for walking, small rides can take visitors from the parking area toward their destination.
Tips for a Better Visit
Arrive Early. Arrive earlier on busy days: one annual-pass visitor parked at the far end and walked a long way with two children.
Visit Weekdays. Choose a weekday if you can; a reviewer specifically found it the better time to visit.
Mark Your Spot. Take note of your parking location before heading in, because the huge car park can make the car difficult to find later.
Check Coverage. Ask which section is covered before parking, since the area also includes open spaces labelled as VIP parking.
Plan Two Days. Plan at least two days if you want to cover the different parks rather than trying to fit everything into one visit.
Compare Parking. Compare the resort car park with the outlet mall option if parking cost matters; one reviewer said it could save money.
Plan the visit
Practical details
W2F4+VC2
Saih Shuaib 1, Dubai
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Hard to Find
The size of the car park can make it extremely difficult to remember where you left the car.
Open VIP
Part of the area is open parking, although the review says it is still called VIP parking.
Long Walk
Some visitors have faced a long walk from distant parking spaces, especially when the area is busy.
Route Changes
A route diversion reportedly sent visitors through Riverland without the usual direct shuttle to Motiongate.
Parking Service
One review describes parking-area staff as tough and rude, though this was part of a wider park complaint.
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The Bottom Line
Dubai Parks and Resorts - VIP Car Park is the arrival point for a large family-entertainment complex in Dubai South. Beyond the parking area, visitors can choose from Motiongate’s movie-themed rides, Bollywood Park’s live dance performances and Legoland’s attractions for younger children. Several reviewers say the resort needs more than a day, with one recommending two days to cover it properly.
The VIP area has both covered and open sections. A reviewer described parking near the gate and a nearby VIP lounge, while another mentioned small rides to the park when walking is uncomfortable. That convenience is not guaranteed across the whole car park: busy days can push cars to the far end, and finding the vehicle afterwards may be surprisingly difficult.
Timing matters. Weekdays are recommended over weekends, and arriving early is sensible when visiting with children. Heat can make the walk tiring, while summer reviews suggest the indoor DreamWorks area is easier to enjoy.
Normal parking was reported at AED 20 for unlimited duration, but another visitor found resort food expensive and suggested comparing the outlet mall for cheaper parking. Families should also check age and height restrictions before counting on every ride.