Kerala food
U2Pura is praised for authentic Kerala dishes; one review specifically calls the appam wonderful and the banana-leaf sadhya sumptuous.
Manhattan Avenue Hotel LLC
Bur Dubai
Manhattan Avenue Hotel is a modest Bur Dubai hotel with straightforward rooms, an informal restaurant and several nightlife spaces. Reviews make it worth considering mainly for Indian and Kerala food, drinks, music and billiards, though the club atmosphere and mixed service reports matter when choosing where to stay.
Reputation Score
3.7
★★★★☆
1,740 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Room service
Some guests report clean rooms, quick room service and smooth check-in and check-out.
Live music
The hotel appeals to guests looking for lively pubs, bars and music, including Arabic, Russian and Iranian selections.
Pool table
The mezzanine bar has been used for casual drinks and a game of pool.
Transport links
One review notes easy access to buses and taxis and proximity to Karama, despite the lack of a nearby metro station.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check visitors. Ask about the visitor policy before booking: one guest says visitors are not allowed and only the person who booked can stay.
Inspect first. If possible, inspect the room before settling in and check the shower, air-conditioning and remote, as these have drawn complaints.
Expect noise. Avoid booking for a quiet family stay unless you confirm the room location; one review says nightclub noise continues through the night.
Confirm parking. Check your parking plan in advance because a dated review says no parking is available; buses and taxis were easier options.
Check club fees. If visiting the club, confirm the entry charge and inclusions first: one review reports 100 AED for stag entry without drinks.
Try sadhya. For a South Indian meal, consider the banana-leaf sadhya, which one reviewer described as sumptuous.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Mankhool Rd
Bur Dubai, Dubai
Popular Mentions
U2pura restaurant
U2pura is mentioned as a destination for Indian food and fine dining.
Mint club
Mint is the best-known nightlife venue in the reviews, with a dance floor, music and entry fees.
For U rooftop lounge
For U rooftop lounge received positive feedback for a hosted team party and well-organised arrangements.
Fish pollichathu
This South Indian restaurant dish was tried by a guest, who found it less successful than the appam.
happy our
One guest mentions a low-cost happy hour alongside music, cocktails and friendly service.
Common Concerns
Staff conduct
Multiple reviews describe rude or dismissive interactions with reception, phone staff, security and club personnel.
Room upkeep
Reviews report leaks, broken bathroom fittings, shower problems, poor air-conditioning and serious cleanliness concerns.
Night noise
The in-house nightclub can disturb room guests through the night, making the hotel a poor fit for light sleepers or families.
No parking
A review specifically reports that the property does not have parking available.
Club complaints
Several club reviews allege rude or threatening treatment from entrance and security staff, so the nightlife experience is not consistently comfortable.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
100 Aed
stag entry
“Not at all recommended, 100 Aed stag entry without drinks”Google review · August 2023
around 300 dirhams
one night
“The price is not even close to the value i paid around 300 dirhams for a one night”Google review · March 2020
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The Bottom Line
Manhattan Avenue Hotel is a modest Bur Dubai property with rooms, an informal restaurant, bars, a nightclub and billiards. The strongest reason to visit may be its food and nightlife rather than the accommodation: guests mention U2Pura for Indian and Kerala dishes, including appam and banana-leaf sadhya, while the bars draw people for music, drinks and a game of pool. The experience varies sharply.
Some guests describe clean rooms, efficient check-in and helpful housekeeping, but others report a leaking room, old bathroom fittings, broken taps, poor air-conditioning, cockroaches and unpleasant smells. Service feedback is similarly divided, with several recent reviews describing rude or dismissive reception, phone, security and club interactions. This is not an obvious family or quiet-sleep choice.
The MINT nightclub can create noise through the night, and several club reviews complain about entrance or security behaviour. Check the visitor policy before booking, inspect the room if possible, and confirm any club entry fee and inclusions. Parking is reported as unavailable; buses and taxis are easier options, while one review says the metro is not nearby.
Room prices are described as average or budget-oriented, but club and drink costs can feel high relative to the atmosphere.