Located adjacent to the World Trade Centre on the Sheikh Zayed Road, the Novotel is conveniently located between the business district of Deira and the beaches of Jumeirah. The rooms are all in exceptional condition and have a contemporary design and all feature air-conditioning, safe, minibar, satellite TV and Wi-fi access as standard. As with all Novotels there is a sofa bed in the room, which makes accommodating families easier. There are three bars, including the Blue Bar, which is popular jazz venue, and there are two dining options - a pastry shop and an excellent open plan international restaurant where diners are seated around the cooking area. The hotel has a well-equipped fitness centre and an outdoor pool. Beach transfers are available on request throughout the day. A good hotel in the top end of the 4-star bracket.