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The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Google (2480) 4.4
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Visitors frequently praise the hotel's spacious and clean rooms, excellent location, and the friendly and helpful staff, with specific mentions of individuals like Abhilasha, Abdul-Mardi, Abdul-Aal, Cherif, Foysal Miah, Mr. Saikumar, Mr. Gaurav, and Bilal. However, some guests, particularly those familiar with Dubai's high hospitality standards, feel the property falls short of luxury resort expectations, describing it more like a hotel apartment. There are also isolated reports of significant issues with refunds and cancellations.

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Al A'amal St - Business Bay - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
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04 873 4444
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www.marriott.com
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The First Collection Business Bay, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, offers an inclusive and welcoming environment for all travelers, including the LGBTQ+ community. Situated in the vibrant Business Bay district of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, this hotel provides a comfortable and stylish base for exploring the city. Visitors can expect a high standard of service and amenities typical of a Tribute Portfolio hotel. While not exclusively a gay venue, its commitment to being LGBTQ+ friendly ensures a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. The hotel's location in Business Bay places you close to many of Dubai's famous attractions, business hubs, and entertainment options. Whether you're visiting for leisure or business, the hotel aims to provide a pleasant and accommodating stay. Enjoy the modern facilities and the warm hospitality that makes this a great choice for discerning travelers seeking an inclusive atmosphere in Dubai.

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Ada CP
Ada CP Jun 2026

It have been amazing the stay in this hotel, the rooms are spacious and the conditions they give you are incredible. The community spaces are very very clean and the treat we recibed was always extraordinary, specially the one of Abhilasha we loved her smile every morning.

junaid akhtar
junaid akhtar Jun 2026

Excellent and nice location Amazing experiance.

Saad Abbasi
Saad Abbasi Jun 2026
Petra Brandt
Petra Brandt Jun 2026

The hotel is very clean and the staff is very friendly.

A. Al Tal
A. Al Tal Jun 2026

​Disclaimer: International tourists, feel free to ignore this! You will likely have a wonderful time. But for UAE locals familiar with Dubai’s high hospitality standards—grab a seat. ​This property feels less like a Marriott and more like a hotel apartment that threw on a tuxedo and declared itself a luxury resort. ​Here is a breakdown of our stay: (1) ​☕ The Breakfast Survival Game: Morning service is a 50/50 gamble. The coffee machines are hanging on by a thread. Want a cappuccino? Expect a wait equivalent to a short domestic flight. The crew plays endless Whac-A-Mole, desperately trying to refill the buffet and resuscitate espresso machines. They are either severely understaffed or just prefer a glacial pace. (2) ​🛗 The "Quiet" Room: We explicitly requested—via email and in person—a quiet room far from the elevators. Naturally, the front desk rewarded us with the very first room next to the lift. (3) ​🚪 The Acoustic Balcony: To ensure maximum ambiance, our balcony door featured torn sealant and breezy gaps, letting us enjoy every single decibel of the outside world. The rented Lambos and Ferraris blessed us with an all night symphony. ​My Verdict: The property itself is fine, but the service went on a long coffee break and never returned. If you expect standard Dubai luxury, you might want to adjust your expectations downward! 🤷🏻‍♂️

Soufiane Talmoust
Soufiane Talmoust Jun 2026

Great place

Faisal
Faisal Jun 2026

Good hotel but rude staff !

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Last updated on 28 July 2026

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