Taj Palace Hotel

Location. The Taj Palace is modern hotel situated on the northern side of Dubai's creek in historical Deira. The bustling Gold Souk, various bazaars, and City Centre shopping mall can be found within two kilometres. Dubai Airport is 5 kilometres away.

Hotel Features. A health club houses a 24-hour fitness centre, while up on the rooftop there is a swimming pool, separate spa tub and children's pool. Steps lead down from the rooftop to a spa where therapies on offer include signature Ayurvedic treatments, Balinese scrubs, and European massages. A mini shopping mall houses a gift shop, pharmacy and general goods store, and an Arabic perfume stall. Wireless Internet is available in the lobby, as well as individual workstations (surcharges apply). Complimentary valet parking (secure) is available on site. The hotel also provides a daily shuttle service to the city's shopping malls and beach.

Six restaurants on site offer dining options including Japanese, Italian, Indian, Turkish cuisine. Please note: There are no alcoholic beverages for sale within the Taj Palace Hotel's restaurants and cafes. However alcohol consumption within the hotel is permitted.

Guestrooms. The Taj Palace Hotel has 249 guestrooms and apartments set over 11 floors. All rooms have balconies furnished with tables and chairs, and bathrooms with bathrobes, separate tubs and showers. Amenities include satellite television, high speed Internet connections (surcharge) and minibars (no alcoholic drinks). Taj Club rooms include complimentary high-speed Internet connections and club lounge services. Executive Suites include DVD players, and separate sitting areas with dining tables and four chairs. Apartments have carpeted floors and include kitchenettes with dishwashers, and microwaves, and maids' quarters.

Expert Tip. Water taxis (abras) that run along the 10- kilometre long Dubai Creek are a more leisurely way to explore the city.