The Metropolitan Palace Resort is situated on the prestigious Al Maktoum Street in the heart of the business district of Dubai and is close to many of Dubai's shopping malls as well as restaurants and the international airport is just a short drive from the hotel.

The hotel consists of 212 beautifully appointed guestrooms and suites, the decor is influenced by Far Eastern, Arabic and European styles, aesthetically reflected on separate floors. The rooms are well equipped with all the modern amenities including internet access, air-conditioning and satellite TV. Guests can relax by the rooftop pool or in the Jacuzzi, for the more energetic guests there is a fully equipped gym with professional staff on hand.

There are four restaurants to choose from including buffet style, Polynesian and Lebanese. Enjoy music three times a week at the trendy new Sketch restaurant. The Metropolitan Palace with its excellent facilities and its central location makes this an ideal choice for your stay in Dubai.

Hotel Accommodation
The Metropolitan Palace Dubai's 212 elegant suites and rooms are a blend of luxury, comfort and convenience, designed to suit the needs of both business and leisure travellers.

Superior Rooms 71
Deluxe Rooms 69
Executive Rooms 57
Suites 15 suites including Junior,
Executive, Palace, Jumeirah and the Royal Suite
Non-smoking 46

Superior Rooms:
These elegantly furnished rooms are decorated in Arabic style, are spacious, have either a king or twin beds and each has a single or two-seater sofa. All rooms have individually controlled air conditioning, high-speed Internet access, fax, cable TV with international channels, safe and minibar. The luxuriously fitted bathroom has a full-size bath, separate shower, bidet and bathrobes. Guests receive a welcome drink and a refreshing towel upon arrival. Evening turndown is provided.

Deluxe Rooms:
These gracefully decorated rooms have a distinctive Far Eastern theme, are spacious, have either a king or twin beds and each has a single or two-seater sofa. All rooms have individually controlled air conditioning, high-speed Internet access, fax, cable TV with international channels, safe and minibar. The luxuriously fitted bathroom has a full-size bath, separate shower, bidet and bathrobes. Guests receive a welcome drink and a refreshing towel upon arrival. Complimentary fruit basket and mineral water is replenished each day. Evening turndown is provided.

Executive Club Rooms:
Located on the top floors, these European-styled rooms are lavishly decorated and many have fine views over Dubai. Each has either a king or twin beds and all have a single or two-seater sofa. All rooms have individually controlled air conditioning, high-speed Internet access, fax, cable TV with international channels, safe and minibar. The luxuriously fitted bathroom has a full-size bath, separate shower, bidet and bathrobes. All Executive Club Floor guests have use of the large private lounge that offers complimentary breakfast, all-day tea and coffee and evening cocktails, along with separate check-in and check-out facility.

Guests having booked an Executive Club Room enjoy the following benefits:
- Exclusive Check-in and Check-out
- Buffet breakfast in the Executive Lounge
- Afternoon tea in the Executive Lounge
- Snacks and Canapés during afternoon and evening
- Full open bar (regular brands) between currently 6.30pm and 9pm (Timings are subject to change)
- 24 hours access to the Executive Lounge

Hotel Restaurants and Bars
Al Shindagah:
An International All Day Dining Restaurant offers a high refined standard of 24-hour service that starts the day with a huge breakfast buffet featuring both Continental and international morning favourites, whilst lunch is an impressive buffet that features a large selection of mezzeh and salads, a tempting mixture of grills, Indian fare and local recipes and a wide selection of desserts. Alternatively, a full à la carte menu is also available throughout the day. An ideal place for a quick bite or a lingering meal. Located in the hotel Lobby.

Al Diwan - Lebanese Restaurant:
A true taste of Arabian and Lebanese hospitality. Enjoy the generous, friendly service and the menu's rich variety, featuring many traditional dishes as well as a great selection of hot and cold mezzeh. You can also experience a variety of shisha flavours, which are offered along with an exciting daily entertainment programme (Arabic singer, Lebanese band and belly dancer).

Tahiti Restaurant - Polynesian Restaurant:
Surrounded by tropical decor, the bamboo village of Tahiti offers you the chance to experience exotic South Sea dancers and taste the spicy and exciting dishes of these islands. A mixture of salads, grills, fish, seafood and meats awaits you, whilst our teppanyaki table adds a Japanese flavour. Nightly entertainment from our Tahitian band and dancers.

Sketch:
The new and trendy restaurant and bar is redefining an evening out in Deira with style and relaxation. You can look forward to settling at ease into deep comfortable sofas and armchairs to designer bar stools. Executive Chef Claus Huehnlein has extensively explored the taste of the Mediterranean and brings with him a unique and innovative approach to the style of food. The wow factor is apparent in every dish. Other highlights include an extensive bar list with signature cocktails. Reflective music is played to just make you feel relaxed and as you walk in to the restaurant, you will find that the ambience is full and vibrant red and lots of varying textures.

Pool Bar:
Offers a stunning view of Dubai's skyline. Swim-up bar and poolside sun deck area, serving coffees, alcoholic beverages and soft drinks together with a wide selection of light snacks.

Meal Plan Information
All buffet meals will be served at "Al Shindagah Restaurant" all day dining restaurant.

Hotel Activities and Entertainment
Rooftop swimming pool with sun deck area
Fully equipped gymnasium (Nautilus Health Club)
Massage
Jacuzzi
Steam room
Sauna
Shopping Arcade
Salon for Men & Women
Gift Shop
Internet Cafe

Beach Access:
The hotel currently operates a bus transfer once a day (drop-off and pick-up) to Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa located on Jumeirah Beach as well as to Jumeirah (public) Beach Park. Charges for private beach access at Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa are:
The following price (paid locally) includes return transfer, beach towels and full use of the hotel's pool, changing rooms, gardens and beach facilities.
From 01.10.08 - 19.09.09 - Adults - AED 70/- OR USD$ 20/- per person per day
From 20.09.09 - 31.10.10 - Adults 80/- or USD$ 22/- per person per day
Children under 12 years get complimentary access to the beach.

Hotel Children Information
Child Special:
Extra room for children below 12 years of age will be charged at single adult room rate based on same meal plan.

Hotel Additional Guest Services
Conferences and Banqueting:
5 meeting rooms
Al Hamra Ballroom
Flip charts
VCR / TV
Slide and overhead projectors
Computer projection system
PA system
Portable stages / Podiums
Secretarial services / Business Centre

Plus:
Airport limousine service upon request
Hotel offers visa assistance to guests who are not able to obtain visas upon arrival
Tour and travel desk
Complimentary shuttle bus service to main shopping centres

Transfer to Hotel
One way private transfer included in price.

Hotel Local Attractions
Leisure Attractions:
- Al Ghurair and many smaller shopping malls are all located within walking distance
- Take a stroll along the dhow harbour on Dubai Creek and watch these ancient Indian ocean ships load their cargos for transportation to Iran, India, Pakistan etc(10 minutes' walk)
- Dubai Creek and Heritage Village - A stroll in old, historic Dubai is an adventure of spices and local artefacts. You can take an abra (the traditional method of transport) across the Creek to Dubai's famous souqs and Mina Bazaar (5 minutes' drive)
- Golf Courses - Emirates, Creek and Jebel Ali golf courses. The nearest is the Creek (5 minutes' by taxi)
Arabian Gulf Beaches and Jumeirah Beach Park (5 to 20 minutes' drive)
- Metropolitan Resort & Beach Club on Jumeirah Beach - Free entrance to hotel residents (30 minutes' drive)
- The Palm Jumeirah - Eighth wonder of the world (20 minutes' drive)

Business Attractions:
- Dubai Municipality - Many ministries and banks' head offices are all located within 10 minutes' walk of the hotel
- Dubai World Trade Centre and Convention Halls - The main venue for the large UAE exhibitions and key events (15 minutes' drive along Sheikh Zayed Road)
- Dubai Financial Market - Dubai stock exchange (15 minutes' drive along Sheikh Zayed Road)
- Media City and Internet City - Home of the major IT and communications companies such as Microsoft, Oracle, CNN, IBM, Routers etc (25 minutes' drive along Sheikh Zayed Road)

Errata
Ramadan 2010 (approx 11 Aug-9 Sep):
Ramadan is the Muslim festival of fasting and is the most important festival in the Islamic Calendar which is celebrated by Muslims all over the world. The sighting of the crescent moon signals the start of 30 days of fasting during which Muslims don't eat, drink or smoke during the day, eating all their meals before sunrise and after sunset. Non-muslims are obliged to respect this event and also not eat, drink or smoke in public during daylight hours. International hotels in Dubai will therefore serve food and drink restricted designated areas during this time. Restaurants and Caf� Shops outside hotels will be closed during day light hours whilst evening entertainment will be extremely low key with no loud music etc permitted.