| Dubai is widely regarded as a city for rich people. | | | | start your search. The hotels here cater to visiting |
| Although it is unfair to stereotype a wonderful city | | | | relatives of Dubai's large population of migrant |
| as such, there is a grain of truth in the above | | | | workers and you can usually find something that is |
| statement. Dubai can be audaciously expensive for | | | | 'backpacker-worthy'. |
| the frugal traveler on a budget. The luxury malls, | | | | For a better experience (and view), check out the |
| huge hotels that charge thousands of dollars per | | | | Dubai business and shopping district. A few hotels |
| night, to the expensive gourmet cuisine, without | | | | here (notably, the Highland Hotel) have quite cheap |
| ample cash, Dubai can be a daunting experience. No | | | | rates with amazing views of the Arabian sea - |
| wonder some of the wealthiest people in the world | | | | perfect for the 'coast conscious' traveler. |
| live in this city. | | | | Another great place to check out for cheap hotels is |
| However, cost does not have to rob you of the | | | | the shopping district of Al Fahidi street. This area of |
| experience of a lifetime. Despite what people may tell | | | | the historic street bazaars (notably, Meena Bazaar) |
| you, it is quite possible to find cheap hotels in this city | | | | has quite a few cheap hotels. |
| (the frugal travelers have a right to travel too, after | | | | Remember the key is to hunt around. You don't |
| all). Although they may not be as flashy as the Burj | | | | want your Dubai stay to be spoiled by a bad or an |
| Dubai, there are plenty of cheap hotels in Dubai, | | | | extraordinarily expensive hotel. Just because you |
| provided you know where to look. | | | | have seen it on TV doesn't mean that there are no |
| The trick is to check out multiple hotels before you | | | | cheap hotels in Dubai - all it takes is some patience to |
| decide on one. The inner city is the perfect place to | | | | find them. |