The First Collection Dubai Waterfront

4.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with a nearby private beach and free valet parking

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Private beach nearby, free beach shuttle, beach cabanas, sun loungers
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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Private beach nearby, free beach shuttle, beach cabanas, sun loungers
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Marasi Drive, Dubai, Dubai, 215373
  • Place, Dubai Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Burj Khalifa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dubai Fountain
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room Waterfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room Waterfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite with Soluna Beach Club access

  • 640 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room with Soluna Beach Resort

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room With Soluna Beach Club Access

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Waterfront Room With Soluna Beach Club Access

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Room With Soluna Beach Club Access

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Waterfront Twin With Room Soluna Beach Access

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Waterfront Room With Soluna Beach Club Access

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Twin Room With Soluna Beach Club Access

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Suite With Soluna Beach Club Access

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Dubai

Located in Downtown Dubai within a 5-minute walk of Dubai Water Canal, The First Collection Dubai Waterfront is within a few miles (5 km) of Dubai Water Canal Waterfall. This 327-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, a private beach, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Dubai Mall - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Dubai Opera - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Burj Khalifa - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Dubai Fountain - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Business Bay Station - 4 min drive
  • Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Katsuya - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Babati - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪My Square - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Anbar Restaurant & Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cleo - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The First Collection Dubai Waterfront

Waterfront hotel with a nearby private beach and free valet parking
Guests staying at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free valet and self parking are available, and there's also a free beach shuttle. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and concierge services. This hotel also has laundry facilities.
49-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Furnished balconies, safes, and phones are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AED 45 to 70 for adults and AED 45 to 70 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the waterfront

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 100.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: AED 15.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AED 45 to 70 for adults, and AED 45 to 70 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AED 100.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay and Samsung Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay and Samsung Pay.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

The First Collection Waterfront
The First Collection Dubai Waterfront Hotel
The First Collection Dubai Waterfront Dubai
The First Collection Dubai Waterfront Hotel Dubai

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

The First Collection Dubai Waterfront offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

As of Oct 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront on Oct 30, 2025 start from $172.06, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see around The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Dubai within a short 3-minute walk of Dubai Water Canal. You'll also find Dubai Mall and Dubai Fountain within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages.

Does The First Collection Dubai Waterfront include a casino at the property?

No, The First Collection Dubai Waterfront doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

This waterfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Does The First Collection Dubai Waterfront have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The First Collection Dubai Waterfront have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The First Collection Dubai Waterfront serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The First Collection Dubai Waterfront allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront though service animals are welcome.

Does The First Collection Dubai Waterfront have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

The closest major airport to The First Collection Dubai Waterfront is Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB), which is 10.7 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Sharjah (SHJ-Sharjah Intl.), which is located 25.5 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront?

Yes, every guestroom at The First Collection Dubai Waterfront comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring canal views.

The First Collection Dubai Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 177 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nafissatou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great stay at First collection hotel,, Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiarnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good friendly clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Julius

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love everything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maram

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Raghu mohan gupta

Decent property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle, Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, the hotel itself is very nice—you can tell it's a newer property. It's beautifully decorated and has a fresh, modern feel. The standout feature for me was the staff. Everyone I encountered was incredibly friendly and accommodating. A special shoutout to **Rudmi**, who was absolutely amazing, and **Adriaan**, who was also wonderful. I truly appreciated the warm hospitality from every staff member I interacted with. The room was a good size and comfortable, but I was disappointed with the bathroom setup. It seemed like this part of the design was overlooked. The door was awkwardly placed, and I found myself bumping into it often, even though I was traveling alone. There wasn't enough shelving for personal items, and the bathtub sat unusually high, which I found inconvenient. Location-wise, the hotel wasn’t ideal for me. You definitely need transportation to get anywhere, as there’s not much within walking distance. Fortunately, the hotel does offer a shuttle with a limited schedule, which worked out during my stay—I was able to get to the mall and take the metro from there to explore the city. Overall, my stay was pleasant thanks to the wonderful staff and clean, well-maintained property. However, due to the bathroom design and location, I don’t think I’d choose to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jesus

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANWAR NURU

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great time
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tatiana

1. Very SLOW check in (I told receptionist I had 15 hours flight), 2. even with 2 concierges you can’t get any help, they only talk … useless. 3. I was late for a booked Tour and therefore lost money only because the beach shuttle did not arrive on schedule (2:10 pm) but was 25 minutes late.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meyce

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wassim

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Angus

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
false advertising 30-60mins from the beach and you have to pay to use the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hardeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Not so good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not so good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025