Howard Johnson by Wyndham Bur Dubai

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Howard Johnson
6.9 (100 reviews)
Khalid Bin Waleed Rd, Bur Dubai, Dubai , Dubai , AE

Facilities

Elevator
Fitness facilities
Free airport transportation
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Express check-out
Pool umbrellas
Tours/ticket assistance
Conference center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful / courteous staff (multiple mentions, manager praised)
Room upgrades and large rooms / washrooms
Yummy / decent breakfast
Convenient location (transport, shopping, access to Dubai)
Comfortable rooms (for some guests)
Cons:
Poor cleanliness: smoking smell, mildew, dirty carpets and stained linens
Dining areas with flies
Noise from construction, nightclubs and corridors
Faulty fixtures / shower problems and unreliable WiFi
Isolated service issues: security guard/privacy violation, some unprofessional staff

Categories

Cleanliness
3.5
Multiple reviews report cigarette smell (smoking rooms assigned despite request), mildew, dirty floors/carpet, stained/black linens and flies — overall cleanliness is a major negative.
Service
9.5
Service feedback is mixed but generally positive: several reviewers praise helpful and courteous staff and a strong manager (Mr Surya); isolated reports of unprofessional behavior and a security guard violating privacy were noted.
Location
8
Location is convenient to public transport, shopping and other parts of Dubai, but many guests report significant noise from nearby construction, club/nightclub music and noisy corridors.
Room Quality
5
Room quality is inconsistent: some guests received upgrades and found rooms comfortable and large washrooms, but several mention mildew smells, dirty carpets, faulty fixtures and shower problems.
Amenities
7.5
Amenities are mixed: breakfast and basic amenities are available, but WiFi reliability issues, early pool closure (7pm) and dining-area fly problems were reported.
Value for Money
7.8
Several reviewers describe the hotel as reasonable/comfortable for the price, though others feel poor value due to cleanliness and facility issues; overall leans slightly positive.
Food and Beverage
7
Food feedback is mixed: breakfast is described positively (yummy, balanced European/Indian options) but dining areas having flies detracts from the experience.
Overall Experience
6.9
Overall impressions are mixed: some guests enjoyed upgrades, helpful staff and convenient location, while many experienced severe cleanliness, noise and facility problems leading to very negative stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:25

Property Description

Recrational Activities

Indulge in leisure with our outdoor pool, sauna, and fitness center for a rejuvenating stay.

Culinary Delights

Savor delectable meals at RED DRAGON and enjoy 24-hour room service or visit our coffee shop for snacks and drinks.

Convenience and Comfort

Benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi, business center, and event facilities. Unwind in our guestrooms with minibars and LED TVs.

Don't miss out on the ultimate stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Bur Dubai. Book now for a memorable experience nestled in the heart of Dubai.

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DXB

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.9
Based on 100 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.5
Service: 9.5
Location: 8
Room Quality: 5
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 6.9
A
Abdul
4
Pros:

They knowingly gave me a smoking room although I told them that I’m a non smoker. They said I will not smell a smoke, but that was a flat out lie. The room was smelling like an ashtray

2024-08-10 • via Nuitee
R
Roger
8
Pros:

had problems with the shower, which maintenance was unable to resolve. I was relocated to a better room

2024-01-05 • via Nuitee
D
David
8
Pros:

Everyone on the staff was very helpful.

2023-11-23 • via Nuitee
O
Ooi Hock • partner
8
Pros:

The hotel itself is comfortable, clean and the staff courteous and friendly but the surrounding environment is noisy, dusty and unkept (not tidy) although the area is still under repair or construction.

2023-08-26 • via Nuitee
A
Arfan Abbas
4
Pros:

There was very loud construction work everyday so I couldn’t relax in the hotel. At night all you can hear is the loud music from the nightclubs so I couldn’t sleep much at night either. Not at all a pleasant experience

2023-06-16 • via Nuitee
P
Paul
2
Pros:

My room smelled like mildew (shampoo the carpet and open the windows to dry the floor) and the dinning areas had flies (hang some fly traps). The security guard followed me to my room, violated my privacy by asking me personal questions, and treated me like some criminal. I'll never stay here again!

2023-03-25 • via Nuitee
P
Paul
2
Pros:

My room smelled like mildew (shampoo the carpet and open the window to help dry the carpet) and the dining areas had flies (hang some fly traps).

2023-03-25 • via Nuitee
M
Maulikbhai Arvindbhai • family
10
Pros:

Clean rooms
Large washroom
Yummy breakfast
Mr Surya is a great manager, I’m very satisfied with excellency of his customer service

2023-02-05 • via Nuitee
M
Mohinder
10
Pros:

Good property for staying

2022-11-19 • via Nuitee
M
Mahmoud
2
Horrible Terrible Disgusting
Pros:

Horrible stay
I was thinking to check out at 3 AM given how much I felt disgusted.
Dirty floors, carpets and bathrooms
Don't ever stay here, just spend the night in your car or cancel the whole travel plan or sleep in the street that will be much better.

2021-12-31 • via Nuitee
K
Khaled
8
Pros:

No one knows arabic language

2021-08-30 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
6
Okay overall...
Pros:

The hotel overall was okay but the franchise branding and relatively nice room masked the poor condition of fixtures and fittings - particularly in the bathroom; faulty shower head and water all over the place and also WiFi was not working properly - the code given did not work, and their phone just went dead so could not call down.
Also, didn't realise they have a nightclub there, which could have been bad if I had not been given a higher room.
But room was comfortable and maybe the situation was a one off.

2019-10-30 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler • self
10
Pros:

It was clean, good location, and I am excited to go back

2019-10-25 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Good place to stay
Pros:

I had a great time during my stay 💪

2019-10-11 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
HJ
Pros:

Great hotel, was given an upgrade to a much larger room. Breakfast is ok, with an equal European/Indian flavor. Don't expect to enjoy wandering around the local area though. However, it is convenient to other parts of Dubai.

2019-10-04 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler • self
8
Pros:

I like the fact that it was so accessible to public transport, shopping centre and local markets, I didn’t like the fact that the seventh floor which I had stayed on was a be too noisy, the constant banging of doors, and footsteps up and down the corridor all through the night makes it a be difficult to sleep.

2019-08-21 • via Nuitee
A
Anup
6
ok stay
Pros:

not a great location.

2019-02-27 • via Nuitee
U
Uche
2
Terrible hotel
Pros:

My guests checked out before their due date because the hotel was a disappointment. Will appreciate if the hotel can process a refund of the unused nights.

2019-01-09 • via Nuitee
Y
Yemi
8
Pros:

Clean with curteous staff. common areas were generally clean too.

2018-09-19 • via Nuitee
A
Archana
10
Good comfortable reasonable hotel at a decent pri.
Pros:

Very comfortable good location, peaceful, convenient. Only the pool closes at seven in the evening. That's soon if you are out the whole day.

2018-04-29 • via Nuitee