Originally Posted by
pinniped
Dumb question: is this really a local (nice) hotel? I only ask because it shares a name with a lower-tier chain of American roadside motels. (I mean, they're okay as a roadtripping stop goes but aren't really a "local flavor" or boutique kind of brand.)
It's local. It does not resemble the American or the uk version and has no reference to the chain. It's a nice clean hotel with good location. Unless you are looking for luxury at which point I can't make any recommendations. I did stay at Rove Downtown Dubai for 3 nights, which is in a totally different league, but it's a bit difficult with children as there is a lot to walk until you reach the first public transport station and you would depend on taxis.