Rates tend to be cheaper in summer. Most of the major chains are represented. There are also top-class beach and mountain resort hotels. The Burj al-Arab is arguably the most luxurious, but even more opulent properties are regularly opening. Contact Dubai Tourism (website: www.dubaitourism.ae), Abu Dhabi Tourism (website: www.exploreabudhabi.ae) or Sharjah Tourism (website: www.sharjah-welcome.com) for details.

The United Arab Emirates Youth Hostel Association (part of the Hostelling International network) runs hostels in Dubai (two hostels), Sharjah, Kourfakkan and Fujairah (see Accommodation Information below).

United Arab Emirates Youth Hostel Association
39 Al-Nahda Road, Al-Qusais Area 1, PO Box 94141, Dubai, UAE
Tel: (04) 298 8161.
Website: www.uaeyha.com