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Icon Hotel Apartments
Al Muteena
Icon Hotel Apartments is an informal apartment hotel in Al Muteena, with spacious options that suit families and longer stays. Reviewers particularly value the kitchen-equipped apartments for self-catering, along with the rooftop pool for unwinding after a day around Dubai.
Reputation Score
3.8
★★★★☆
896 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Self-Catering
Kitchen-equipped apartments let longer-stay guests cook breakfast and save on restaurant meals; one review also mentions ovens and a washing machine.
Family Space
The family suite was described as huge and home-like, while another family booking included well-equipped, maintained suites.
Helpful Check-In
One family arrived late, checked in smoothly and received a late check-out after requesting it.
Rooftop Pool
The rooftop pool gives guests a place to relax, and one reviewer specifically found it spotless.
Free Parking
Free guest parking was reported as easy to use, with no trouble finding a space during one stay.
Strong Wi-Fi
One guest reported a strong, reliable Wi-Fi connection, useful for working or staying connected during a longer visit.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Documents. Read every check-in document carefully before signing; one guest disputed a charge after being told the booking covered five days instead of two.
Confirm Rate. Ask for the full settled rate before paying, since one reviewer said the price was raised several times after settlement.
Request Cleaning. Clarify the housekeeping schedule and request cleaning directly; a long-stay guest said visits averaged every two to three days.
Plan Parking. If driving, allow for a quick call to reception whenever you need the free parking gate opened.
Check Visitor Rules. If you are meeting a guest, confirm the visitor policy first: one visitor was refused entry after 10:00 PM.
Use Nearby Groceries. For a family or longer stay, the nearby Nesto makes self-catering especially practical; one review places it 50 metres away.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Mateena St
Al Muteena - Deira, Dubai
Common Concerns
Pest Concerns
Multiple reviews report cockroaches, including a stay that also mentioned bugs, mould, stains and a blood-stained blanket.
Ageing Facilities
Some guests found the building and equipment old, with facilities that did not always work correctly.
Uneven Housekeeping
Room preparation and service were inconsistent: one guest entered a room that was still being cleaned and received a stained comforter.
Reception Complaints
Several reviewers describe unfriendly, arrogant or unprofessional reception interactions, including during check-out.
Gate Access
Although parking is free, one guest found it inconvenient to contact reception every time the gate needed opening.
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The Bottom Line
Icon Hotel Apartments is an apartment-style stay in Al Muteena that makes the most sense for families, budget travellers and longer visits. The strongest practical advantage is the room layout: reviewers mention large family suites and studio apartments with kitchens, while one longer-stay guest also used ovens and a washing machine. A rooftop pool adds a simple place to relax.
Location is a major draw. Supermarkets, restaurants, shopping malls and metro stations are close by; Nesto is described as 50 metres away, and Union Metro Station about 900 metres away in another review. That makes self-catering realistic and keeps daily food and transport convenient.
Free parking and strong Wi-Fi were also praised, although parking requires calling reception to open the gate. The experience is not consistently polished. Some guests found rooms comfortable, clean and well equipped, and praised smooth late check-in or late check-out arrangements.
Others reported cockroaches, stains, mould, dirty bathrooms, old equipment and patchy room service. Reception manner also drew repeated criticism, while visitor access after 10:00 PM may be restricted. Check the room on arrival, confirm housekeeping and the final rate, and read all check-in documents before signing.