hi guys

i am planning to book my trip from Singapore via Dubai to Sofia. However the itinerary I got from Emirates website shows 9hrs 55mins transit time for the shortest duration to reach my destination. But there are other itinerary that require 2 transits (Singapore to Bangkok to Dubai to Sofia) and the connection time in Dubai is less than 8 hrs. My question do I still qualify for Dubai connect if I chose the shortest duration to arrive at my destination and the transit time at Dubai is over 8 hrs?

By the way, you guys know what hotels will Emirates provide for Dubai connect passengers?

Thank you