Spacious rooms
Suites are repeatedly described as spacious, clean and comfortable, with room to settle in for short or extended stays.
Royal Continental Suites
Business Bay
Royal Continental Suites is a serviced apartment hotel in Business Bay, with spacious, well-kept suites that suit longer stays and families. Reviews particularly highlight the in-room kitchens, Burj Khalifa views, swimming pool and Babati restaurant.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
705 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Family kitchens
Attached or complete kitchens make the suites more practical for families and longer stays.
Burj views
Several guests enjoyed views of the Burj Khalifa, including from their rooms and the pool area.
Dubai Mall access
One review places Dubai Mall 10 minutes or less away, with restaurants and cafés also within walking distance.
Easy shopping
A supermarket on the ground floor is a useful convenience, especially when using the suite kitchen.
Pool views
The swimming pool area was praised for its views, giving guests a place to relax after a day out or at work.
Long-stay setup
Reviews from guests staying for months describe the apartments as comfortable and home-like, with amenities suited to extended visits.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check orientation. Ask whether your room faces the highway before booking; a studio guest reported severe noise and a sleepless night.
Plan breakfast. Allow extra time for paid breakfast, and check whether coffee is included before ordering.
Track deliveries. If ordering groceries or food, allow for possible delays and avoid sending frozen items unless delivery timing is confirmed.
Ask about parking. If you are visiting for a meeting, confirm visitor entry, valet and self-parking rules in advance.
Use the kitchen. For a family or longer stay, look for a suite with a complete kitchen so you can prepare or store food.
Plan mall trips. Dubai Mall is described as 10 minutes or less away, while several restaurants and cafés are walkable from the property.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Marasi Dr
Business Bay, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Babati
Babati is the named on-site restaurant mentioned by a guest alongside the pool.
gym on the 16th floor
The 16th-floor gym was described as clean and well maintained, with enough equipment for a productive workout.
Arabian and Continental breakfasts
Both breakfast options were ordered by one guest, though the dishes were considered simple and slow to arrive.
Dubai Canal and Burj Khalifa
Some rooms provide views towards both the Dubai Canal and Burj Khalifa.
Common Concerns
Breakfast delays
A paid Arabian and Continental breakfast took almost 30 minutes, and coffee cost extra rather than being included.
Delivery wait
One guest waited three hours for a room delivery, long enough for frozen food to spoil.
Highway noise
Highway-facing studios can be extremely noisy; one guest could not sleep despite changing rooms and using earplugs.
Visitor restrictions
A visitor reported being unable to self-park or enter for a business meeting without giving a reason.
Support complaint
One review describes customer support as rude and says the experience was not welcoming.
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The Bottom Line
Royal Continental Suites is an apartment-style hotel in Business Bay that stands out for roomy, well-maintained accommodation. Guests can book suites with a complete or attached kitchen, making the property more practical for families and extended stays than a standard hotel room. Reviews also mention a swimming pool with views, the Babati restaurant and a gym on the 16th floor.
Location feedback is generally positive. One guest said Dubai Mall was 10 minutes or less away, with several restaurants and cafés within walking distance, while another liked the canal and Burj Khalifa views from the room. A supermarket on the ground floor is another useful detail when you are staying in a kitchen-equipped suite.
Housekeeping is consistently praised for keeping rooms spotless and replenishing amenities. There are a few things to clarify before booking. Highway-facing studios have drawn a serious noise complaint, so ask about room orientation if sleep matters.
Breakfast was a weak point in one review: the paid Arabian and Continental dishes were simple, took almost 30 minutes, and coffee cost extra. Delivery service may also require patience, with one guest reporting a three-hour wait. If you are coming for a meeting, confirm visitor access and parking arrangements in advance.