The Panorama Hotel Bur Dubai is a functional value hotel that's somewhat in need of renovation. Located on a busy street in a nondescript area populated mostly by electronics stores, its entrance is directly adjacent to a bar and club that generates much nighttime noise, though guests have noted the din is less audible from the fifth floor of the property. Some rooms are older while others are updated, with the latter offering bright spaces and shiny surfaces. Amenities are generally limited, though a free continental breakfast is offered.

Located in the quiet neighborhood of Al Jaddaf, the Arabian Park Hotel has 318 bright and vibrant rooms with fuchsia and marigold touches -- though some overlook a cemetery. There's also a restaurant, a pub, and a deli, meeting rooms, an Olympic-size outdoor pool, and a small fitness center. The hotel's proximity to the metro and the airport make traveling convenient, and it's used as a stopover/transit hotel for Emirates Airline, but the immediate surrounding area is vacant land.

This mid-range hotel, located in western Bur Dubai, is an average pick for budget-conscious travelers and families. There is nothing quite outstanding about it, but rooms are clean and feature flat-screen TVs and minibars, and rates are affordable year-round. Nice perks include a rooftop pool, a small fitness center, and three restaurants. Just note that there are dozens of other hotels with similar rates nearby, so it may be worth comparing before booking.

Part of the Citymax Hotels chain, Al Barsha is a three-pearl property with 376 rooms. Guest rooms are on the small side and have generic decor, but are clean and well-maintained, and come with flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges. Guests in the lower floors may be disrupted by noise from the multiple bars and restaurants downstairs. There's a free shuttle to the beach, an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and multiple dining options. Overall, it's a good pick for anyone traveling on a budget who doesn't mind being away from the beach and the city center in exchange for lower rates.

The 691 room Citymax Bur Dubai is part of the budget-friendly, mid-range Citymax Hotels chain and attracts both tourists and business travelers. Rooms are comfortable, but not opulent, and there's a rooftop pool and a few restaurants on-site. The surrounding area is mainly residential with cheap and casual dining options; guests wanting to visit more upscale establishments will need to take a taxi or walk 15-minutes to the nearest metro station.

The Best Western Premier Deira Hotel (formerly Traders Hotel) is an upscale business hotel located in busy Deira district, a short drive from the airport. Although not the most luxurious 4-pearl hotel in town, it does tick all the boxes, especially for the business traveler. Rooms are spacious and quiet, with solid amenities such as flat-screen TVs, minibars, free Wi-Fi, and electric kettles. Hotel highlights include a small indoor pool, a well-equipped fitness center, a shisha lounge, and a buffet restaurant. However, note that the neighborhood is somewhat unattractive, and that unlike other comparable hotels this property lacks a full spa.

This property offers 56 self-catering apartments in Al Mankhool area, a quiet residential neighborhood in Bur Dubai. All units feature one or two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom; a full kitchen complete with a fridge, a microwave, an oven, a washer, and a cooktop; and a living area with a dining table. The heated rooftop pool and the fitness center are nice perks -- but the hotel lacks a restaurant, and only Deluxe apartments have free Wi-Fi.

This 147-room upper-middle-range hotel is reasonably well-kept but could use some updating. The rooftop pool is large and has great views, but the furniture and pools themselves are showing their age. A well-reviewed Indian restaurant and a 24-hour cafe provide quality dining at this airport-adjacent hotel, though nearby competitors such as Traders Hotel and Crowne Plaza Dubai-Deira provide more options. Shopping and restaurants within walking distance expand entertainment options considerably, however. The rooms have minimal, corporate decor and some of the bathrooms are in desperate need of updates.