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Two-bedroom flats give families room to spread out, with a comfortable living room and equipped kitchen.
Marbella Holiday homes
Al Jaddaf
Marbella Holiday Homes is a holiday-home stay in Al Jaddaf, with apartment-style accommodation suited to families and longer visits. Reviews mention spacious two-bedroom layouts, equipped kitchens and a rooftop swimming pool, though access and service can vary considerably.
Reputation Score
3.9
★★★★☆
332 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Equipped kitchens
Several reviews mention useful self-catering equipment, including a refrigerator, microwave, stove, dishes and washing machine.
Clean stays
Some guests found the rooms neat, clean and well maintained, with good ambience and furnishings.
Helpful staff
Multiple guests describe staff as friendly and accommodating, with prompt answers to booking queries and assistance during stays.
Leisure facilities
Guests mention a rooftop pool and a gym; the gym has limited machines but can still support a basic workout.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check directions. Ask for precise arrival directions before booking; ongoing construction and dirt roads can make the building hard to find at night.
Inspect first. Photograph the apartment and existing damage before signing or paying a deposit, especially around fixtures such as the toilet seat.
Confirm fees. Get cleaning, room-service, towel and payment charges explained in writing before check-in to avoid surprises.
Pack supplies. If you plan to cook or stay longer, check what is included; one guest had to buy dish soap, a sponge and laundry detergent.
Plan swimming. Treat the pool as a cold-water facility and check its hours and safety arrangements before bringing children to swim.
Plan the visit
Practical details
First Exit Towards jaddaf Port - Al Khail Road - D - 68 الجداف - قناة دبي المائية - near Dubai Dry Docks
Al Jadaf, Dubai
Popular Mentions
swimming pool
A small rooftop swimming pool is available, although reviews caution that the water can be very cold.
coffee and tea
The lobby has been mentioned as a place to buy coffee and tea at a low reported price.
Common Concerns
Poor access
The approach is repeatedly described as an unpaved or dirt road, making night arrivals and taxi access difficult.
Inconsistent cleanliness
Some guests reported hair, dirt, flies, stained furniture and used towels, despite other reviews praising cleanliness.
Reception complaints
Several reviews describe rude or unprofessional reception interactions, including slow handling of requests and checkout issues.
Extra charges
Guests report additional fees for cleaning, room service, towels and disputed damage deductions from deposits.
Cold pool
The pool is reported to be unheated, with one guest calling the water freezing cold; limited lighting and no lifeguard were also noted.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
500 AED
security deposit
“They took a 500 AED security deposit and later claimed we damaged the toilet seat — even though it was already broken at check-in”Google review · December 2025
250 AED
broken toilet seat
“They took 250 AED (about 5,000 RUB) for a broken toilet seat even though it was already broken before we checked in”Google review · November 2025
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The Bottom Line
Marbella Holiday Homes is an apartment-style holiday-home stay in Al Jaddaf. The reviews make the two-bedroom flats the clearest draw for families and longer visits: guests mention spacious rooms, a cosy living area and kitchens equipped with items such as a refrigerator, microwave, stove, dishes and washing machine. A small rooftop swimming pool and a limited-machine gym add simple leisure options, while the lobby has also been mentioned for coffee and tea.
The experience is not consistent. Some guests describe neat, comfortable, well-maintained rooms and helpful staff, but others found hair, dirt, flies, stained furniture, damaged bedding or a bad smell near the rubbish room. Reception service is another recurring concern, with reports of rude communication, delayed requests and difficult checkout interactions.
The overall rating reflects that mixed picture. Access deserves serious attention before booking. Reviews repeatedly mention an unpaved dirt road, ongoing construction, poor lighting and taxi drivers struggling to reach the building; night arrivals can be especially awkward.
Ask for clear directions, confirm every extra fee in writing and photograph the room before any deposit is paid. Also check pool expectations: guests report cold, unheated water, limited hours and no lifeguard.