In the heart of the city, Media One Hotel Dubai is a popular hub for corporate travellers seeking a blend of business-ready functionality and urban flair.

This four-star property, a stylish high-rise that opened in 2009, caters to the modern executive with its prime location, robust amenities, and a vibe that effortlessly bridges work and play. For companies navigating the demands of Dubai’s dynamic business landscape, Media One delivers a tailored experience that keeps productivity high and downtime vibrant.

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Location

Perched in Dubai Media City, Media One Hotel is a strategic hub for corporate travellers. Just off Sheikh Zayed Road, it’s a mere four-minute walk from Media City Park and 500 meters from Nakheel Metro Station, ensuring seamless connectivity to key business districts.

The hotel sits 1.9 km from Dubai Marina, a 15-minute drive from Mall of the Emirates, and 30 minutes from Dubai International Airport, making it ideal for execs jetting in for meetings or extended stays. Nearby landmarks like Palm Jumeirah (8 minutes by car) and Emirates Hills Golf Club (656 feet away) add leisure appeal, while tram and metro access make exploring effortless, even in Dubai’s bustling traffic.

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Rooms

Media One’s 264 rooms across 23 floors strike a balance between corporate calm and trendy appeal, all designed by LW Design. Rooms range from Hip, compact yet sleek spaces with a queen bed, work desk, and city or pool views that are perfect for solo travellers; and Cool, larger takes on Hip, offering extra space for comfort; to Calm, spacious suites with a king bed, living area, and floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing Dubai’s buzz; and the Chill Out Suite (below), a one-bedroom suite with a separate living room, king bed, and sweeping vistas of the Gulf or Palm Jumeirah.

All rooms feature 43-inch smart TVs with satellite channels, minibars, tea/coffee facilities, iPod docks, and premium bedding with pillow menus. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood spaces with light, though in-room Wi-Fi comes at a cost. Bathrooms are glass-walled, stocked with toiletries, and hairdryers, blending style with utility.

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Amenities

Media One is built for the corporate grind—and the unwind. Seven high-tech meeting rooms on the 7th floor, dubbed “7-Squared,” offer clutter-free spaces for brainstorming or training sessions, while the 42nd-floor Instagram and Webinar rooms accommodate over 200 guests with panoramic skyline views—perfect for large-scale events.

A 24-hour business centre keeps deals moving, and free Wi-Fi in public areas ensures constant connectivity.

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For downtime, the 7th-floor gym, complete with sauna and steam rooms, caters to fitness-focused travellers, while the outdoor pool at Coco Lounge—a Miami-inspired retreat—offers a refreshing escape. Partnerships with private beaches and wellness experts like Blended add extra perks, and free parking (valet optional) seals the convenience.

Dining Outlets

The hotel’s dining scene rivals Dubai’s best, balancing power lunches with after-hours vibes. Ciao Bella (below), an Italian hotspot on the ground floor, serves Sicilian and Roman flavours—ideal for client dinners. Qwerty (above), a neighbourhood gastropub, transitions from weekday power lunches to evening cocktails, doubling as a networking hub, while Jato delivers the vibrant flavours of Peru, and Garden on 8, an alfresco sports bar with faux grass and craft ales, offers a laid-back spot for team drinks.

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M12GO in the lobby provides quick bites and a great setting for quick meetings, and Coco Lounge pairs poolside panoramas with shisha and drinks—a stylish unwind after a long day. For nightlife, P7 Arena, a car park-turned-award-nominated venue, keeps the energy high.

Why It Works for Corporate Travel

Media One Hotel Dubai isn’t just a stay—it’s a statement. Its proximity to Media City’s corporate core (home to the offices of Reuters, CNN, CNBC, MBC, Sony, Showtime, and Bertelsmann, among others), paired with versatile meeting spaces and a dining lineup that doubles as a networking toolkit, makes it a go-to for execs. The rooms offer a soothing retreat from the city’s pace, while amenities like the gym and pool ensure balance. For the corporate traveller in Asia’s business gateway, Media One delivers the tools to work hard and the flair to live well—all under one shimmering roof.

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