The hype
Families love the facilities and water park, but couples often regret not booking the adults-only Rixos next door.
Doubletree By Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island
$130-220/ noche
Reserva esto si You're a family who wants a 'fly and flop' vacation where the kids are exhausted by the Tarzan boat before dinner.
Por qué a la gente le encanta
- The Tarzan Boat (largest floating water park in the Middle East)
- Bay Club rooms offer direct beach access and a quieter vibe
- Seven temperature-controlled pools mean you never fight for water space
Resumen rápido: A bustling, chaotic family factory that delivers fun for kids but feels like a crowded canteen for adults.
Reseñado por @sura_abiya7: My stay here was the perfect island escape. I loved starting my mornings with breakfast on the private balcony overlooking the sea. The suite felt huge, and dinner at Meze was such a fun experience with the live cooking. Definitely a spot to recharge.
Lo que dijeron los huéspedes que se hospedaron aquí
Reality check
The 'resort' is massive, meaning 10-minute walks to breakfast if you're in a far villa, and the 'soundproof' walls are anything but.
- You have energetic kids aged 4-14
- You want a resort where you never have to leave the property
- You prioritize pool variety over silence
Limpieza y Mantenimiento
7.2
- Housekeeping: Hit or miss. Recent Jan 2026 reviews cite missed daily cleans and 'ants in the bed' in ground floor units.
- Bathroom hygiene: Grout is generally clean, but persistent 'sewage smell' complaints in some ground floor bathrooms.
- Maintenance: Renovated lobby looks great, but rooms show wear—chipped furniture and loose balcony door locks reported.
- Linens & towels: Towels are often described as 'worn' or 'scratchy' rather than plush.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells fresh; hallways can smell of damp carpet or food from room service trays.
Sleepability™
6.5MODERADO
0-4RUIDOSO
4-7.5MODERADO
7.5-10SILENCIOSO
- Screaming kids in hallways
- Furniture dragging on tiled floors above you
- Neighboring room TV noise
Antes de reservar
Es bueno saberlo
- There is a mandatory Tourism Dirham Fee of AED 20 (~$5.50) per bedroom, per night, payable at check-in.
- No free airport shuttle; a private transfer costs ~AED 300 ($80) one way.
- Dinner dress code is 'resort casual'—no swimwear in restaurants, but shorts are fine.
Qué llevar
- Water shoes (the 'Tarzan boat' and sea floor can be slippery/rocky)
- Inflatable pool toys (cheaper to bring than buy at the resort shop)
- Earplugs (essential for light sleepers in main building rooms)
Genio de Habitaciones
Mejores opciones
- Bay Club Sea Front Rooms (quieter, closer to the beach, newer decor)
- Ground floor Villa rooms (direct garden/pool access, great for families with strollers)
Habitaciones a evitar
- Main building rooms near the elevators (high traffic noise)
- Standard Guest Rooms facing the parking lot or 'resort view' (often just a view of another building)
Genio de Solicitud de Habitación – copiar y pegar
“I am requesting a room in the Bay Club building, preferably on a higher floor to minimize overhead noise. If Bay Club is unavailable, please ensure I am NOT near the elevators or facing the main pool DJ area.”
Preguntas frecuentes y consejos ocultos
Todo lo que realmente quieres saber antes de reservar.
Is the All-Inclusive package worth it?
Yes, if you plan to drink alcohol. With beers at ~40 AED and cocktails higher, 4-5 drinks a day breaks even. If you don't drink, stick to Half Board.
Is the beach private?
Yes, a 650-meter private white sand beach. It's clean but the water can be a bit stagnant compared to open ocean.
Can I walk to other restaurants?
Not really. You are on Marjan Island. There's a promenade, but most dining is inside other hotels. You'll need a taxi to Al Hamra Mall (10 mins).
Is there an adults-only pool?
Yes, there is one designated adults-only pool, but enforcement can be lax during peak school holidays.
What is the 'Tarzan Boat'?
It's a massive floating water park structure in the sea with trampolines, high dives, and rope swings. The highlight for teens.
Are the pools heated?
Yes, all 7 pools are temperature-controlled, which is crucial during the scorching summer and surprisingly cool winter mornings.
Consejos de Insiders
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The 'Islander's Coffee House' serves Starbucks coffee but isn't included in the standard All-Inclusive plan.
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Use the 'buggy service' to get around if you're in a far villa—just dial 0, but expect a 15-minute wait at peak times.
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The indoor pool is the best-kept secret for silence; it's usually empty while everyone fights for chairs outside.
5 cosas que debes saber antes de ir
💡The 'sea view' in some main building rooms is actually a 'view of a tree with a slice of blue'.
💡You have to wear a wristband the entire stay if you're on a meal plan, and they are scratchy.
💡The 'floating sea pool' is just a netted area in the ocean, not a built structure.
💡Room service delivery adds a hefty tray charge on top of menu prices.
💡The elevators in the main building are notoriously slow during breakfast rush (9:00-10:30 AM).
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