Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate Dubai, UAE

• Superb and well-situated stay: Just a stone’s throw from Dubai’s beaches and the shopping thrills of Ibn Battuta Mall, the world’s largest themed shopping mall, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better location than that of this hotel’s. A sleek and contemporary affair, Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate Dubai certainly delivers on the hospitality front, too, with traditional Arabic-style interiors and all the staples you’d expect from a five-star, Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice-awarded establishment.

• Dine in style: You’ll find a lovely selection of eateries at this hotel, including the Mistral All Day Dining Restaurant, where a buzzing marketplace atmosphere makes for a great setting for enjoying a laid-back dish. Elsewhere, head to Revo Café for all-day breakfasts, healthy snacks and hot drinks, or visit the French Oak Tea Lounge for a delicious Afternoon High Tea. There's also a sleek Skyline Pool Bar and expansive terrace for refreshing drinks and breathtaking views.

• Plush comforts: Exuding a beautiful blend of classic Arabic and modern styles, the guest rooms are truly relaxing havens, designed to ensure your comfort and happiness during your stay. Each offers a large comfy bed and plush seating area, all awash in rich, warm and calming shades. Expect a writing desk, 50-inch flatscreen TV, minibar and much more. 

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.