Dubai Festival City
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Tranquil and Family- Friendly Community​
Dubai Festival City (DFC) is a landmark 5.2 million sq. m. mixed-use development along the historic Dubai Creek. Often mistaken for just the Dubai Festival City Mall, this vibrant community is far more than shopping – it’s a complete lifestyle destination with residential neighborhoods, business districts, world-class hotels, leisure attractions, and waterfront dining.
Known as one of Dubai’s most prestigious and family-friendly communities, DFC offers a harmonious blend of modern living, retail convenience, green spaces, and cultural experiences.
Hotels in Dubai Festival City
Dubai Festival City is home to four world-class hotels, seamlessly integrated with the community:
- InterContinental Dubai Festival City (5★) – Direct mall access, Festival Arena event space (6,000 guests), panoramic pool, award-winning spa, and Michelin-star dining by Chef Pierre Gagnaire.
- Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City (5★) – Mall-connected, with Zaytoun Mediterranean restaurant, Belgian Café, Skyline Lounge, spa, and 25m pool.
- Holiday Inn Dubai Festival City (4★) – Family-friendly with 3 pools, 509 rooms, ballroom (325 guests), and casual dining options like Joe’s Backyard.
- InterContinental Residence Suites (5★) – Serviced apartments at Marsa Plaza, with in-house minimart, salon, ATM, and restaurants.
Transportation And Connectivity
- By Metro:
- Green Line: Creek & Al Jaddaf Metro Stations (5–10 mins).
- Red Line: Emirates Metro Station (8 mins). Shuttle buses link directly to DFC Mall.
- By Road:
- From Sheikh Zayed Road: Exit 58 via Al Garhoud Bridge.
- From Al Khail Road: Use Business Bay Crossing to reach DFC.
- From Sharjah: Take Rebat Street, Festival City will be on the left.
- Parking:
- Apartments: Underground + street parking.
- Villas: Minimum 2 dedicated spaces.
Worship Places
- Mosques: Osama Bin Zayed Masjid (inside DFC), plus several nearby in Al Rashidiya & Umm Ramool.
- Churches: St. Mary’s Church, Coptic Church, The Dubai City Church (15–20 mins, Oud Metha).
- Temples: Shiva Temple & Sikh Gurdwara in Bur Dubai (15–20 mins).
Schools And Healthcare
Schools & Nurseries:
- Deira International School, Universal American School, Al Rashid Al Saleh Private School.
- Higher education nearby: Mohammad Bin Rashid University, The American College of Dubai, Al Falah University.
Healthcare:
- Dubai London Clinic (inside DFC Mall).
- Nearby: Mediclinic Welcare Hospital, Emirates Specialty Hospital, Magrabi Eye Hospital.
Dental: Al Badia Dental Clinic, Smile Spa Dental
Shopping And Lifestyle
- Dubai Festival City Mall – 500+ stores including Zara, Marks & Spencer, Nike, Forever 21.
- Specialty Stores:
- IKEA (flagship) – First in Dubai.
- ACE Hardware – Largest outside North America.
- Robinsons – Only Dubai outlet of the Singapore department store.
- Leisure & Entertainment:
- Novo Cinemas (luxury experience).
- Festival Wheel – 40m-high Ferris wheel with VIP cabins.
- IMAGINE Dubai – World’s largest water & light show with fountains, laser, fire, and 360° projection.
- Fabyland & Stay & Play – Indoor entertainment for kids.
Dining And Nightlife
- Restaurants & Cafés:
- Casual Dining: Cheesecake Factory, P.F. Chang’s, Hard Rock Café, Paul, Sugar Factory.
- Fine Dining: Pierre’s Bistro, Choix Patisserie, Al Fanar.
- Festival Bay: 15+ waterfront restaurants with views of the skyline and fountain shows.
- Nightlife:
- Licensed venues in InterContinental & Crowne Plaza (Belgian Beer Café, Vista, Anise).
- Nearby: Irish Village & Le Méridien Hotel’s nightlife options.
Leisure And Fitness
- Al Areesh Club: Gym, pools, aerobics, multipurpose courts, Spinneys supermarket.
- Fitness First (in DFC Mall): Popular with residents.
- Nearby Beaches: Al Mamzar (20 mins), Jumeirah & Sunset Beach (25 mins).
FAQs
Q1: Is Dubai Festival City just a mall?
👉 No! While the mall is iconic, DFC is a full-scale community with residences, schools, hospitals, hotels, and leisure attractions.
 Q2: What kind of homes are available in Dubai Festival City?
👉Apartments, villas, and serviced residences – from family-sized villas to stylish creek-view apartments.
 Q3: Is Dubai Festival City good for families?
👉 Yes – with schools, nurseries, medical facilities, playgrounds, green spaces, and family entertainment like IMAGINE & Fabyland.
 Q4: How’s the connectivity to other parts of Dubai?
👉Excellent! 5–10 mins to metro stations, easy road access (SZR, Al Khail), and dedicated shuttle links.
 Q5: What makes Dubai Festival City unique?
👉Its Creekside setting, world-class mall, waterfront dining, and IMAGINE show make it one of Dubai’s most vibrant lifestyle hubs.
 Q6: Are there luxury hotels in DFC?
👉Absolutely -InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Residence Suites all within the community.
Q7: What leisure activities are available?
👉IMAGINE show, Festival Wheel, dhow cruises, shopping, cinemas, spas, gyms, and endless dining options.
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