Central location
In a busy Naif area with easy access to markets, restaurants, the gold souk and Baniyas Square Metro Station.
OYO 131 Golden Square Hotel Apartments
Naif
This unpretentious hotel-apartment stay in Naif is built around rooms with kitchenettes, with dining, a gym and a swimming pool mentioned as part of the offering. Reviewers mainly consider it for spacious, affordable stays close to markets and restaurants, though upkeep has been inconsistent.
Reputation Score
3.6
★★★★☆
628 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Kitchen rooms
Some apartments include cooking facilities, with reviews also mentioning a fridge, TV and induction cooker.
Large rooms
A reviewer described the rooms as big, while another highlighted a large balcony as the room’s main advantage.
Pool access
The swimming pool is specifically mentioned as a facility worth using during a stay.
Budget value
Several reviews frame the hotel as affordable, including for students, short stays and longer visits.
Friendly service
Some guests found the staff helpful and welcoming, and one family reported polite, kind housekeeping during a month-long stay.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm identity. Check the current hotel name and operating status before booking; reviews say it became City Stay Premium after renovation.
Verify Wi-Fi. Ask whether Wi-Fi works in your room and whether it is charged separately; one guest reported a per-person fee.
Inspect first. Check the room, bathroom and kitchen on arrival, given repeated reports of cockroaches, dirt and broken equipment.
Plan parking. Do not assume on-site parking is available; arrange an alternative before arriving in the crowded area.
Clarify cooking. If you plan to cook, confirm the equipment: one review says apartments had induction cookers but no gas cylinder.
Plan the visit
Practical details
10 Naif ,Deira,Near Naser Square and Naif Park - Dubai
Naif - Deira, Dubai
Common Concerns
Pest reports
Multiple reviews report cockroaches in rooms, including German cockroaches and repeated cleanliness complaints.
Weak Wi-Fi
Guests reported slow or unavailable internet, including a connection too poor for video calls.
Uneven upkeep
Reviews describe old mattresses, dirty walls, broken cabinets and poorly maintained kitchen equipment.
Inconsistent staff
Reception and service were praised by some guests but described as rude, inattentive or unprofessional by others.
Limited parking
One review says there is no parking at all, while others describe the surrounding area as crowded.
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The Bottom Line
OYO 131 Golden Square Hotel Apartments is a budget hotel-apartment option in Naif, mainly worth considering for its central position near markets, restaurants and the gold souk. Guests have mentioned spacious rooms, kitchen facilities and a swimming pool, while Baniyas Square Metro Station is described as the nearest metro stop. The kitchenette setup can be useful for longer stays: one review mentions a fridge, TV and induction cooker, though no gas cylinder or washing machine.
There is also an on-site restaurant, and some guests liked the food and breakfast; another found breakfast limited to three dishes. The experience is sharply mixed. Some visitors describe friendly staff, comfortable rooms and good value, including a month-long family stay.
Others report cockroaches, dirty rooms, old mattresses, broken cabinets and poor housekeeping. Wi-Fi is another recurring concern, with reports of slow connections and a separate per-person charge. Check the current name and condition before paying: later reviews say the property was renovated and became City Stay Premium.
Parking may be difficult, and the surrounding area is busy, so confirm both parking and room facilities in advance.