Airport access
Terminal 1 is close enough to reach on foot in under 10 minutes, while the Red Line metro is nearby.
Element by Marriott Dubai Airport
Al Garhoud
Element by Marriott Dubai Airport is an airport-focused hotel in Al Garhoud, with spacious studio and suite-style rooms that can include kitchen facilities. It suits short stopovers and longer stays, with reviews also highlighting the complimentary breakfast and airport shuttle.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
378 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Room space
Rooms are notably roomy, with some studios and suites providing a fridge, microwave, washer and dryer.
Airport shuttle
A complimentary shuttle makes airport transfers easier, especially for a one-night stopover.
Kitchen facilities
The in-room kitchen is useful for longer stays or guests who would rather prepare simple meals.
Family rooms
Families get generous room layouts, kitchenettes and facilities reviewers found suitable for adults and children.
Leisure options
Guests can use a rooftop pool and a gym, with connected-hotel facilities adding more space to relax.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check in. For arrival, use the Aloft side or confirm the reception arrangement first; the Element desk may not be staffed.
Confirm shuttle. Tell the driver whether you need Departures, not Arrivals; one guest lost about 20 minutes making the crossing.
Ask early. If arriving after a flight, ask about early check-in charges before booking; one guest was billed an extra fee.
Check bedding. If someone will use the sofa bed, confirm it is made before arrival rather than relying on a prior request.
Allow time. Build in extra time for service requests: one long-stay guest reported waiting 30–40 minutes for water and coffee.
Plan the visit
Practical details
20C St
Al Garhoud, Dubai
Popular Mentions
complimentary full breakfast
Reviews mention a complimentary full breakfast with options for different tastes and diets.
roof top pool
The rooftop pool is suited to a quick break in the sun rather than a large pool-day experience.
fully equipped kitchen
Some apartment-style rooms include a fully equipped kitchen alongside generous living and sleeping space.
Common Concerns
Cleanliness
Room and common-area standards appear inconsistent, with several reviews reporting dirt, smoke smells or poor housekeeping.
Reception setup
The Element desk may be unattended, sending late arrivals to the adjoining Aloft for check-in.
Room maintenance
One guest found that the AC continued running after being switched off and a main door kept banging.
Key problems
Several key-card failures were reported, sometimes requiring repeated trips to reception for resets.
Breakfast quality
Breakfast feedback ranges from tasty and varied to weak, with complaints about low variety, quality and missing cutlery.
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The Bottom Line
Element by Marriott Dubai Airport is built around convenience rather than sightseeing: it is close to Terminal 1, near a Red Line metro station, and has a complimentary airport shuttle. One reviewer could walk to Terminal 1 in under 10 minutes and found the location quiet despite the airport. That makes it a practical base for a late arrival, early departure or longer airport-area stay.
The rooms are a strong part of the proposition. Reviews describe spacious studios and suites with kitchenettes, fridges, microwaves and, in some rooms, a washer and dryer. Families also appreciated the extra room, while nearby supermarkets and restaurants make self-catering realistic.
A rooftop pool and gym provide simple downtime, and the connected Aloft hotel may be part of the check-in and facilities arrangement. Breakfast is included in many stays and has been called tasty, healthy and varied, though other guests found it weak or poorly organised. Service is similarly uneven: many reviewers praise the friendly team, but others report slow requests, unmanned reception, faulty key cards and missed room preparation.
Cleanliness ranges from spotless to filthy, and one guest reported smoke smells. Confirm the check-in point, shuttle drop-off and any early-arrival fee before travelling.