The Carlton Downtown Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road

Carlton Downtown is a 4-star hotel on the bustling Sheikh Zayed Road. Its location ensures easy connectivity to key areas of Dubai, including Downtown Dubai, Business Bay and DIFC making it is a prime staycation for business travellers and tourists alike. Various serviced hotel apartments are strategically arranged in the 47-storey Carlton Downtown Hotel.

• Type of building: Hotel
• Location: Sheikh Zayed Road
• Developer: Carlton Hotel Management Group
• Number of floors: 47
• Number of units: 357 units
• Unit type: 1, 2-bedroom apartments and penthouses
• Type of ownership: Leasehold
• Amenities: Gym, Armonia Spa, swimming pool, meeting rooms and event space

Parking in Carlton Downtown Hotel is free for all guests and visitors. Street parking is also available right outside the tower.

Five high-speed elevators in Carlton Downtown Hotel provide access to all floors.

The hotel is owned, operated, and managed by Carlton Hotel Management Group, ensuring excellent on-site maintenance and in-room services. As for security, only electronic key access is allowed besides CCTV surveillance.

The building has dedicated areas for business meetings, conferences and social gatherings. On the mezzanine floor, there is space for 5 to 35 delegates. Moreover, there is a multi-functional venue on the 43rd floor, offering amazing views of the surroundings. Carlton Downtown provides audio-visual equipment, catering and event planning services.

Guests can enjoy their stay and follow fitness routines thanks to the health club. Armonia Spa on Level 45 offers refreshing and relaxing spa treatments. You can also find an outdoor tennis court, a swimming pool and a gym in Carlton Downtown Hotel.

A family recreation space is available in the tower. In-room services include free open Wi-Fi, laundry and dry cleaning (additional charges) and complimentary newspapers and publications (on request). The hotel also features a roof-top pool and bar lounge offering views of Burj Khalifa.

The hotel has a 24-hour concierge help desk in the lobby. It also offers valet parking, daycare and car rental services. Other facilities for guests include cribs or rollaway beds (at additional charges), complimentary coffee, wheelchair access, a dedicated floor for ladies, a gift shop, ATM and currency exchange.

The Carlton Downtown Hotel has 357 rooms. 275 units are classic, well-appointed suites, while 82 are premium suites. Each category has both 1 and 2-bed units. One can also book luxury penthouses in Carlton Downtown. All apartments in the hotel have minibars and refreshments, refrigerators, in-room safe, iron and 40-inch LCDs.

Deluxe rooms are built on the 5th to 26th floors. Those located on higher levels offer views of the Arabian Gulf. These are studio suites spanning 452 sq. ft. with a work desk and twin single beds.

Those looking for 1-bed units in Carlton Downtown Hotel have two options: classic and premium. A classic 1-bed unit covers around 559.7 sq. ft. while premium 1-beds have 775 sq. ft. of covered area. Each suite includes a living room, a queen bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and a separate workstation. Some units feature an additional guest bathroom instead of a dedicated work area. Besides the covered area, the difference between classic and premium units is the views offered from double-glazed windows. Classic 1-bedroom suites are available from the 5th to 26th floor, while premium 1-bedroom suites are built on floors 17 to 26. These units have windows either opening towards Burj Khalifa or Sheikh Zayed Road and Downtown Dubai.

2-bed units are also available as deluxe and premium units. A deluxe 2-bedroom suite in Carlton Downtown Hotel covers around 775 sq. ft. These units are built on floors 6 to 16. On the other hand, premium 2-bedroom suites are available on floors 28 to 36. These units also cover around 807 sq. ft. and include a work desk, a living room, a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and a secondary bedroom along with a guest bathroom. Premium units also have large closets in the bedroom.

Those who want to stay in a suite that offers clear views of Dubai’s skyline can go for penthouses in Carlton Downtown. These come in two different configurations while the covered area remains the same. 1 and 2-bedroom penthouses span 904.168 sq. ft. and are available on floors 37 to 42.

The hotel enjoys a prestigious location alongside the highway, which is usually very busy. Therefore, getting around would be easy if you keep track of the peak hours.

You can easily travel by private or public transport in Dubai. Those looking for public transportation near Carlton Downtown Hotel must note that the Dubai Metro Red Line stations are easily accessible. Dubai Financial Centre Metro Station is located within walking distance.

You can find Wasl, Etisalat, Bus stop is a 5-minute walk from The Carlton Downtown Hotel.

Dubai Financial Centre Metro Station is a 9-minute walk from the hotel building.

There are five restaurants in Carlton Downtown Hotel:

• Level 47 Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge
• Havana Lounge and Kitchen
• Bayty Restaurant
• Deli Grind
• Narrah

Level 47 Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge is among Dubai’s highest open-air venues. It has a bar and pool. Bayty offers a casual buffet, while Deli Grind is a fine dining restaurant. You can also dine at Narrah, an authentic Lebanese restaurant. Havana Lounge and Kitchen is a Latin American hotspot offering Cuban-inspired cuisine. You can also find Al Safadi Restaurant at a short walking distance away. The restaurant is consider to offer the best hummus in Dubai.

Other nearby dining establishments are:

• Zuma Restaurant
• Café Belge
• Cipriani Dubai

These options are accessible in 3 to 5 minutes by car.

If you’re looking to shop for grocery items, head to:

• Prime Towers Supermarket
• Oasis Mini Mart
• Food Day Supermarket

These supermarkets near Carlton Downtown Hotel are within walking distance on the same road. One can also find Choithrams in DIFC at a short 4-minute drive. One can also find a branch of Carrefour Dubai at a 6-minute drive away from The Carlton Downtown Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road.

• Best Kidz Nursery DIFC
• Dubai Gem Private School
• The Indian High School
• JSS Private School

Best Kidz Nursery DIFC and British Orchard Nursery are located within a 10-minute drive from the building. Humming Bird Nursery can be found at a 7-minute drive away.

Dubai Gem Private School is a 14-minute drive from The Carlton Downtown Hotel.

The Indian High School based on the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum is a 17-minute drive away.

JSS Private School follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The school is a 14-minute drive away from The Carlton Downtown Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road.

• Rolex Tower
• Emirates Grand Hotel
• DAMAC Park Towers
• Central Park Towers

The Carlton Downtown Hotel Dubai  enjoys a prime location on SZR. There are many residential buildings and hotels nearby, such as Rolex Tower and Emirates Grand Hotel. On the opposite side of the road, there is Number One Tower Suites. One can also find commercial buildings like DAMAC Park Towers and Central Park Towers nearby.

Nearby attractions include:

• Dubai Mall
• Burj Khalifa
• Dubai Opera

Those looking for a complete shopping spree and friends’ day out can head to Dubai Mall. The ride would be only 7 minutes long. Burj Khalifa is the world’s tallest building and Dubai Opera is a treat for musicals, theatre and concert fans.

The Carlton Downtown Hotel SZR Dubai offers a vibrant lifestyle on Sheikh Zayed Road. One must keep track of the peak hours before planning a commute.

Yes, The Carlton Downtown Hotel offers covered parking.

You can find deluxe rooms as well as 1 and 2-bed apartments in The Carlton Downtown Hotel.