Transit access
Al Ghubaiba Metro Station and the Bur Dubai bus station are close enough to make getting around straightforward.
Regal peninsula hotel
Bur Dubai
Regal Peninsula Hotel is a budget stay in Bur Dubai, with its main appeal being easy access to Al Ghubaiba Metro and the nearby bus station. Reviews also mention an on-site restaurant serving South Indian-style food, though room condition and service can be inconsistent.
Reputation Score
3.0
★★★☆☆
208 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Daily cleaning
One guest reported that housekeeping cleaned the room every day during the stay.
Fast Wi-Fi
A guest staying in Room 505 described the Wi-Fi as super fast and said water bottles were provided daily.
Budget pricing
Some guests see it as a basic, price-aligned option for saving money in Dubai.
Restaurant staff
The restaurant review mentions experienced staff in the South Indian-style venues.
Tips for a Better Visit
Inspect first. Ask to see the room before settling in, since one guest checked three rooms and found bugs, smells and no towels in each.
Confirm check-in. Call ahead to reconfirm that your room is ready and still available; several guests reported waits or cancelled bookings on arrival.
Request basics early. Confirm towels and dental kits before you need them, as guests reported repeated calls and long waits for these items.
Check AC. Test the air conditioning immediately, particularly in smaller rooms, because one guest said the room never cooled down.
Budget for fee. Check the booking terms for the reported 10-dirham tax charge, including on prepaid bookings.
Consider location noise. If you are sensitive to early-morning noise, ask about the window and room position because buses reportedly start around 4am.
Plan the visit
Practical details
police station - Al Raffa St
Al Souq Al Kabeer - Al Fahidi, Dubai
Common Concerns
Bed bugs
Multiple guests reported bed bugs, including one who said they could not sleep and another who reported an itchy rash.
Room cleanliness
Reviews describe dirty or smelly rooms, unclean bathrooms, cockroaches and unchanged towels or sheets.
Slow service
Guests reported delayed check-in, unanswered calls and long waits for basics such as towels and dental kits.
Maintenance issues
Reported problems include weak air conditioning, broken showers, unreliable toilets and occasional lack of water.
Bus noise
A broken window facing the bus station reportedly exposed guests to buses starting around 4am.
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The Bottom Line
Regal Peninsula Hotel is a budget base in Bur Dubai, mainly useful for travellers who value transport links over polished facilities. Reviews place the Bur Dubai bus station nearby and Al Ghubaiba Metro within a short walk, with the Creek and market also close. That makes sightseeing and local errands easier without relying entirely on taxis.
There is an on-site restaurant presence, including South Indian-style venues. One restaurant visitor specifically mentioned Spadikam, where guests could drink, dance and enjoy the event. A separate hotel review praised very fast Wi-Fi and daily water bottles, while another appreciated daily housekeeping.
The main caution is room condition. Several guests reported bed bugs, cockroaches, bad smells or dirty bathrooms; some also found broken showers, unreliable toilets, missing towels and weak air conditioning. One guest said three rooms had the same bug and smell problem.
Check the room, AC and bathroom as soon as you arrive. Service is uneven, with reports of slow check-in, rude reception interactions, unanswered calls and cancelled or unavailable bookings. Families should read the reviews carefully: one guest mentioned three dance bars on the ground floor, while another reported bus noise from around 4am.
Confirm availability, fees and basic supplies before arrival.