Budget stay
Several guests describe it as a low-budget or very affordable place to stay.
Zagy Hotel Dubai
Naif
Zagy Hotel Dubai is a low-key budget hotel in Naif with functional rooms, some balconies, a convenience store and Wi-Fi. The building also draws visitors for its Nigerian restaurant, especially those looking for affordable West African food.
Reputation Score
3.9
★★★★☆
852 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Spacious rooms
Rooms can be large enough for families, although their condition varies.
Polite staff
Some guests found the staff friendly, respectful and consistently available for enquiries.
Metro access
One family-stay review says the hotel is within walking distance of a metro station and surrounded by shops.
African dining
The on-site restaurant is repeatedly praised for affordable Nigerian and African meals.
Neat rooms
Some visitors specifically reported clean or neat rooms, despite contrasting complaints from others.
Tips for a Better Visit
Carry cash. Bring cash for the Nigerian restaurant: one reviewer says cards are not accepted and had to walk to an ATM.
Compare rates. Check the online rate before paying at reception, as one guest found the hotel price higher than the booking price.
Negotiate price. If booking directly, ask whether the room rate is negotiable; a reviewer specifically suggests bargaining.
Check the room. Inspect the room before settling in and report smells or pest concerns immediately; one guest rejected a room because of its chemical smell.
Plan arrival. Allow extra time to reach the entrance, particularly when traffic is heavy.
Expect parking difficulty. If arriving by car, plan for limited parking because the location is described as tight.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Yousaf Baker Road, Al Nakheel Street, Deira
Naif - Deira, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Bitter leaf soup
Bitter leaf soup is singled out as especially delicious and authentic.
Okra soup
Okra soup is another named favourite among visitors to the African restaurant.
African cuisines
Reviewers mention a broad selection of African cuisines served at the restaurant in the hotel.
Common Concerns
Pest reports
Multiple reviews report cockroaches or bedbugs, including one guest who said they saw a bedbug on the duvet.
Hygiene concerns
Guests have reported dirty smells, stained bedding and inconsistent room cleaning.
Aged property
Several reviewers describe the hotel as old, rundown or in need of renovation.
Traffic access
Entering the hotel can be difficult during busy periods, and parking is limited in the tight location.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 35-80
a meal with protein
“Circa AED 35-80 for a meal with protein”Google review · January 2026
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The Bottom Line
Zagy Hotel Dubai is a budget property in Naif that mainly appeals to travellers prioritising price, roomy accommodation and access to the busy Deira trading area. Guests can book functional rooms, some with balconies, and the building has a convenience store and Wi-Fi. The strongest non-hotel draw is the Nigerian restaurant, where reviewers mention bitter leaf soup, okra soup and other African meals.
The restaurant has earned warm comments for authentic flavours, friendly service and value. One detailed review put a meal with protein at about AED 35–80, with free water, but said the restaurant accepts cash only. The hotel’s location is useful for shops and a walk to the metro, although traffic at the entrance and scarce parking can make arrival awkward.
The accommodation itself is inconsistent. Some guests describe neat, clean or spacious rooms and excellent staff; others report cockroaches, a bedbug, strong smells, stained bedding, leaks and sheets not being changed regularly. The building is also repeatedly called old or rundown.
Check the room carefully before unpacking, compare online and reception prices, and ask about the rate. It may suit a short, low-cost stay, but travellers who need dependable hygiene, quiet or polished service should weigh the recent pest and cleanliness complaints carefully.