Al Raien Hotel Apartments, Bur Dubai

Al Raien Hotel Apartments, previously known as Al Faris Hotel Apartments 1, are located in Bur Dubai. The building houses 39 units of fully-furnished, serviced studio apartments. In addition to amenities provided inside the flats, the building also offers other facilities to its residents. The building is equipped with CCTV cameras, has a round the clock front desk service and an on-site maintenance team. Additionally, there are high-speed elevators, a business centre and paid parking in Al Raien Hotel Apartments. The building is located close to Al Raffa Street, Al Nahda Street and Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road.

Bur Dubai is the third most popular neighbourhood in Dubai for renting apartments as per the 2020 Dubai Market Report. It is one of the oldest residential neighbourhoods in Dubai and is located to the West of the Dubai Creek. The community which translated to ‘mainland Dubai’ is neighboured by another historical district of Dubai, Deira. Those looking to invest in Dubai will find apartments for sale in Bur Dubai an excellent option.

• Situated in Bur Dubai
• 39 fully-furnished studio apartments
• Paid parking available
• High-speed lifts present
• Concierge service and 24-hour security service
• Round the clock front desk service available
• There is an on-site maintenance team present
• Business Centre available
• Located near Al Raffa Street, Al Nahda Street and Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road

There is paid parking in Al Raien Hotel Apartments, Dubai available for residents.

There are multiple high-speed elevators in Al Raien Hotel Apartments, Bur Dubai.

Latest CCTV cameras are installed in all shared spaces of the building. A monitoring room, along with security personnel is available for surveillance. A 24-hour front desk assists guests and residents alike. In addition to that, a maintenance crew is available to ensure the upkeep of facilities. The building utilities are provided by DEWA.

Al Raien Hotel Apartments have a business centre to accommodate corporate conferences and events.

While there isn’t an on-site gym in Al Raien Hotel Apartments, Al Souk Al Kabeer, there are several in the vicinity. The nearest is World Gym located at a 2-minute walk. This fitness facility is fitted with modern training equipment and offers personal trainers.

There are several parks in the area which provide a relaxing environment for morning jogs and evening walks. Children can also play in the grass in these family-friendly parks.

There is a 24-hour help-desk as well as concierge service to facilitate residents as well as guests.

The building does not allow pets.

The building is equipped with fire safety measures; these include smoke alarms and fire suppression equipment as well as fire exits.

The building houses 39 fully-furnished residential studio units.

All studio units in Al Raien Hotel Apartments, Dubai have a covered area of 250 sq. ft. These units come equipped with large-sized beds and sofa sets. There is also a work desk in some of the apartments. The kitchen is fitted with necessary facilities such as cabinets, microwave oven, hot plate, refrigerator and crockery. Each unit, additionally, has an ironing board, wardrobe and a safety locker.

Travelling to and from the building is very convenient with those with personal transport. The building provides easy access to Al Raffa Street, Al Nahda Street and Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road. There are also several bus stops and metro stations nearby.

Many bus stops are located near Al Raien Hotel Apartments. The nearest is the Al Ghubaiba bus station, at a 4-minute walk, which has local as well as inter-city bus services. The bus stops Falcon Intersection 2 and Raffa 1 are located 8 and 9 minutes away on foot respectively.

Residents who travel using the metro can find several Green and Red Line options close to the hotel apartments.  At a 10-minute walk is the Al Ghubaiba metro station. Another Green Line station nearby is the Al Fahidi Metro Station, at a 13-minute walk. Burjuman is one of the two metro stations in Dubai where the Red and Green lines intersect. It is located at a 7-minute drive from Al Raien Hotel Apartments.

Popular restaurants near Al Raien Hotel Apartments, Bur Dubai are:

• Al Safrah
• New Bawarchi
• Nepali Fulbari Restaurant

Several casual-dining eateries are located at a short walk from the building. A majority of them offer South-East Asian cuisine, however, others offer a mix of flavours. Al Safrah, located at a 2-minute walk, is a resident favourite for both Indian and Chinese dishes. Another popular establishment that offers authentic Indian flavours is New Bawarchi at a 1-minute walk. For those who enjoy Nepalese cuisine, Nepali Fulbari Restaurant is located 4 minutes away on foot.

Fine-dining establishments near Al Raien Hotel are:

• Tresind
• Gaucho
• The Artisan by Enoteca Pinchiorri

While there aren’t many fine-dining restaurants in Bur Dubai, those looking for more upscale options can visit nearby neighbourhoods. Tresind Dubai is a contemporary Indian eatery which offers a luxury dining experience like no other. It is located at a 17-minute drive from the building. Gaucho is an Argentine restaurant and steakhouse located at an 18-minute drive. For those who like Italian cuisine The Artisan by Enoteca Pinchiorri is famous for its authentic flavours and exceptional ambience. It is located 19 minutes away by car.

Supermarkets in the area are:

• Al Madina Supermarket
• West Zone Fresh Supermarket
• Carrefour City

Several supermarkets that meet resident’s daily needs are located a short walk away. The nearest is Al Madina Supermarket at a 5-minute walk. There is also a West Zone Fresh Supermarket at a 10-minute walk. For more product variety, residents can also visit the Carrefour City nearby, located at a 15-minute walk.

• Al Bayat Centre – residential building
• Jan Ali Bin Rehda Building – residential building
• Al Zarooni Building – residential building

Several other residential buildings are located at a short walk from the building. Al Bayat Centre and Al Zarooni Building are both located at a 3-minute walk.  Jan Ali Bin Rehda Building is located 4 minutes away on foot.

Nearby landmarks include:

• Al Fahidi Historical District
• Saruq Al Hadid Archaeology Museum
• Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House

Al Fahidi Historical District is a great contrast to the glittering skyline of Dubai. While most of Dubai is a testament to the financial advancement of the Emirates, Al Fahidi is a great reminder of its roots. The neighbourhood serves as the cultural centre of Dubai and still houses buildings made of stone and gypsum. It is located at a 7-minute drive from the building.

Another popular tourist attraction nearby is Saruq Al Hadid. It is an iron-age site with artefacts from over 3000 years ago. The museum is located at an 8-minute drive.

Located at a 9-minute drive is the Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House. It is the historical residence of the former ruler of Dubai, Saeed Bin Maktoum. The building now houses a museum in its courtyard that pays homage to the old Dubai.

The building offers furnished apartments, ready to move in, and a host of services to facilitate residents. However, the building only houses studio units which may be small for some residents. Those looking for a variety of bed types can also find other apartments for rent in Bur Dubai.