The First Collection Waterfront, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotels
Independent
8.6 (66 reviews)
Marasi Drive, Dubai, Dubai, 215373 , Dubai , AE

Facilities

Front entrance ramp
Free beach shuttle
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Wheelchair accessible parking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent staff
Great overall experience
Cons:
Room temperature and lighting issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.41
Room temperature wasn’t cool enough and lights were dim, affecting overall comfort.
Service
9.08
Service is excellent.
Location
8.62
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
8.27
Room lights were not bright enough, affecting usability.
Amenities
8.6
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.56
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.61
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.68
Great stay with excellent staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 09:49

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities, which include an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.

Dining Options

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Convenient Location

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 327 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Distances are displayed to the nearest attractions.

Book now to experience unparalleled luxury and convenience during your stay at The First Collection Waterfront.

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 66 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.41
Service: 9.08
Location: 8.62
Room Quality: 8.27
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 8.61
Overall Experience: 8.68
G
Gideon partner
10
Pros:

The property is located in a prime area which is closer to a lot of restaurants and they also have a free shuttle to the Dubai mall.

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
S
SWARNADEEP family
10
Pros:

Great

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
E
Eldi family
10
Pros:

Excellent staff

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
O
Osama
6
Pros:

The room and service is good. But the washroom is so small and with limited space

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
S
Salma
10
Pros:

Everything is great except what I shared earlier

2025-08-07 via Nuitee
S
Salma
10
Pros:

Room temperature wasn’t cool enough despite the AC. Room lights were not bright enough. It gave me hard time putting on my dress and wear make up cuz it was dim. Other than that everything was good and service is excellent.

2025-08-07 via Nuitee
A
Ahmad
10
Pros:

It was great stay at First collection hotel,,
Great staff

2025-07-09 via Nuitee
C
Charles family
10
Pros:

Good friendly clean hotel

2025-06-09 via Nuitee
A
Angie
10
Pros:

Love everything

2025-06-05 via Nuitee
R
Raghu mohan gupta
8
Pros:

Decent property

2025-05-24 via Nuitee
M
Michelle
8
Pros:


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.

2025-05-23 via Nuitee
S
Sabrina
10
Pros:

Great time

2025-05-14 via Nuitee
T
Tatiana
2
Pros:

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.

2025-05-11 via Nuitee
M
Meyce
10
Pros:

Very comfortable

2025-05-11 via Nuitee
T
Timothy
10
Pros:

Excellent property and service

2025-04-28 via Nuitee
J
Jess
2
Pros:

false advertising 30-60mins from the beach and you have to pay to use the beach.

2025-04-19 via Nuitee
H
Hardeep
10
Pros:

Great place to stay

2025-04-04 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
4
Pros:

Not so good.

2025-04-01 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
6
Pros:

Not so good

2025-04-01 via Nuitee
A
Ammar
10
Pros:

My brief stay was great, the staff were very hospitable.

2025-03-30 via Nuitee