Metro access
The hotel sits between Equiti and Onpassive metro stations, with Jumeira Beach and Burj Al Arab nearby.
Metropolitan Hotel Dubai
Umm Suqeim
Metropolitan Hotel Dubai is a full-service hotel in Umm Suqeim, with a rooftop pool offering city views and event spaces used for seminars, weddings and graduation celebrations. It suits short business stays as well as travellers who want metro access and a practical base near Dubai’s main attractions.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
3,997 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Event venue
The ballroom has been praised for its organized layout and smooth service at seminars and private celebrations.
Rooftop views
The rooftop pool is a standout, with reviews mentioning views toward both Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab.
Room comfort
Several guests describe the rooms as spacious, clean and well maintained, with useful amenities such as sofas and ironing boards.
Mall shuttle
A complimentary shuttle to the beach and Mall of the Emirates is a useful bonus for leisure guests.
Business lunch
The business lunch includes a starter, main course, dessert, soft drink and water, with several choices in each course.
Housekeeping
Longer-stay guests specifically praised the room cleaning, housekeeping and room-service teams for being helpful and professional.
Tips for a Better Visit
Request courtyard. Ask for a courtyard-view room if you are sensitive to noise; street-facing rooms were reported as harder to sleep in.
Allow extra time. Build in at least 30 minutes for check-in, as several guests experienced long waits for keys and formalities.
Confirm parking. If arriving by car at night, confirm parking or valet availability ahead of time because both were reported full.
Check visitor rules. If someone is visiting your room, confirm the current visitor policy before arrival; a guest was restricted to the lobby.
Book lunch. For a lower-cost dining option, ask about the business lunch, which one review described as a 55-dirham set meal.
Check crib. Families needing a baby crib should reconfirm availability close to arrival; one pre-requested crib was unavailable after six hours of waiting.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Sheikh Zayed Road Exit 41 - Al Thanya St
Umm Al Sheif, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Red Lion Pub
The on-site Red Lion Pub was noted for its range of beers, wines and spirits.
Italian restaurant
Guests mention the Italian restaurant as one of the hotel’s dining options.
Common Concerns
Slow check-in
Multiple guests report waits of 30 minutes to more than an hour before receiving room keys.
Parking shortages
Parking and valet capacity have been unreliable, with one guest finding both unavailable at night.
Street noise
Sheikh Zayed Road-facing rooms can be noisy at night because the windows are not soundproof.
Food quality
Food feedback is mixed, including complaints about poor breakfast and one review calling the food horrible.
Room issues
Reviews mention cigarette smells, uncomfortable beds and one reported bed-bug incident, so room condition is worth checking on arrival.
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The Bottom Line
Metropolitan Hotel Dubai is a large, practical base in Umm Suqeim, especially for short business stays, events and travellers who want access to Sheikh Zayed Road. Guests can stay in rooms with city or courtyard views, use the rooftop pool, eat at the Italian restaurant or Red Lion Pub, and book the ballroom for seminars, weddings and other celebrations. A complimentary shuttle to the beach and Mall of the Emirates adds useful flexibility.
The strongest reviews describe clean, spacious rooms, friendly housekeeping and well-run events. The rooftop offers views of Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab, while the business lunch was reported at 55 dirhams with a starter, main course, dessert, soft drink and water. Metro access is another genuine advantage: the hotel is between Equiti and Onpassive stations.
There are important caveats. Check-in can take 30 minutes or more, and several guests waited over an hour. Night-time parking and valet spaces may run out.
For quieter sleep, request a courtyard-facing room rather than one on Sheikh Zayed Road. Food feedback is mixed, and reviews also mention cigarette smells, uncomfortable beds and one bed-bug incident. Families should reconfirm baby-crib availability before arrival, while visitors should check the hotel’s current room-access rules.