Vision Imperial Hotel Formerly Excelsior Hotel Downtown Dubai

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Vision Imperial Hotel Formerly Excelsior Hotel Downtown Dubai

Vision Imperial Hotel Formerly Excelsior Hotel Downtown Review

Vision Imperial Hotel Formerly Excelsior Hotel Downtown Dubai, located only 13 minutes' walk from Al Ghurair Center, features Wi-Fi in public areas. Al Rigga, the nearest underground station, is a 10-minute walk away.

The upscale property offers a daily continental breakfast. It has an à la carte restaurant offering international meals. The pool bar offers a selection of snacks and pastries. There are various dining options such as Malik Restaurant and Najaf Restaurant within about 350 metres.

The venue is nestled in the centre of Dubai and a 20-minute ride from Business Bay train station. Deira City Center Shopping Mall is a few minutes' drive from the inn, while Dubai airport is 15 km from it.

You can get to Bur Dubai Abra Dock Marina in a few minutes by car.

C09 bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is nearly a 10-minute walk from Vision Imperial Hotel Formerly Excelsior Hotel Downtown.

The accommodation is a hotel in Dubai that comes with 139 rooms and provides a mini fridge bar, a personal safe, and complimentary Wi-Fi. It boasts a view of the city. For your comfort, you will find a bidet, a bathtub, and a separate toilet.

At Vision Imperial Hotel Formerly Excelsior Hotel Downtown, you pay for a rooftop pool and a sundeck. Relax in a swimming pool or enjoy a fitness centre, a nightclub, and a sauna. Alternatively, guests can exercise in a fitness club.

Location

Landmarks nearby

  • XVA Gallery 2.58 km (1.60 mi.)
  • Deira 920 m (3018 ft)
  • Dubai Dolphinarium 3.27 km (2.03 mi.)
  • Swissotel Spa and Sports 1.02 km (3346 ft)
  • Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood 2.56 km (1.59 mi.)
  • Deira Clocktower 810 m (2657 ft)
  • Hummer Desert Safari Dubai 1.33 km (4364 ft)
  • Museum of Illusions 2.14 km (1.33 mi.)
  • Juma Al Majid Heritage and Culture Center 1.66 km (1.03 mi.)
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Facilities

Dining facilities

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus
  • Electric kettle

Rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Relax

  • Rooftop pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial
  • Beauty treatment
  • Massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Fitness centre
  • Billiard tables

Activities for Kids

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Key Features

  • outdoor swimming pool
  • free wifi
  • private parking
  • fitness center
  • spa
  • restaurant
  • non-smoking rooms
  • tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • bar
  • good breakfast

Rooms

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2 guests maximum, of which 2 adults maximum
Superior King Room Double
Size: 28 m2
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Executive King Room Double
Size: 34 m2
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Executive Suite Room (2 Adults + 1 Child) Double
Size: 36 m2
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Impressions

Positives and negatives

  • Fantastic old-fashioned hotel with bistros and pubs.
  • Perfect central location, about 400 metres from the Al Rigga tube station.
  • Surrounded by a river and a park.
  • Huge rooms offer nice decor and good amenities.
  • Some rooms with a bath and a balcony.
  • Freshly cooked European menu in the nice restaurant.
  • Has a good main bar with warm beverages.
  • Excellent service provided.
  • Good prices for the area.
  • A few past guests were dissatisfied with horrible beds.
  • Somewhat not clean bathrooms in a few units.

Vision Imperial Hotel Formerly Excelsior Hotel Downtown FAQ

Which attractions should we visit while staying at the upscale 4-star Vision Imperial Hotel Formerly Excelsior Hotel Downtown?
Staying 3.1 km from the upscale 4-star Vision Imperial Hotel Formerly Excelsior Hotel Downtown, guests will find one of the top-rated landmarks, XVA Gallery, whereas Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium is 2.3 km away.
Does the 4-star Vision Imperial Hotel Formerly Excelsior Hotel Downtown have guest parking?
Yes, the 4-star Vision Imperial Hotel Formerly Excelsior Hotel Downtown provides parking spaces on site.
Which public transport stops are close to the inn?
The closest bus station to the inn is c09, set about a 10-minute stroll away and the closest metro station is Al Rigga placed at a moderate distance from the property.

Contact Information

✉️ reservations@excelsiordxb.com

🔗 Website

97146113333

📍 Al Rigga Road Next To Rigga Metro Station

Summary

🏆 Rankings #14 in Dubai Beach hotels