The Cranley Report®: Qamardeen Hotel
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Qamardeen Hotel, Dubai
Hotel Address
Qamardeen Hotel
P.O. Box 11788
Burj Dubai Boulevard
The Old Town
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
 
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Hotel Summary
Category Hotel
Awards Won 2007
Business Travel Awards Best Hotel Group in Africa - Southern Sun
Chef of the Year, Middle East Hotelier Awards
Hotel Opened
 2007
Cranley Summary
Qamardeen means crescent moon - a symbol of importance in the Arabic world. The hotel has maintained Arabic themes throughout, yet created a 'hip' style. Located in the Old Town, the hotel is a short distance from the Burj Dubai and is an easy walk to Dubai Mall (opening 2008) and various souks, all with excellent shopping. The Jumeirah Beach Park and Dubai International Airport are both 10 kilometres away. There are four room types - Standard Queen and Standard Twin, which have either Garden or Pool views and Executive and Deluxe Suites, which have additional dining and/or lounge space. All rooms are richly decorated with fittings and textures influenced by Arabian design. Qamardeen has a choice of eating establishments, with all day dining at Esca and the Lobby Lounge, which serves pastries and light snacks in a contemporary setting. The outside terrace offers al fresco dining and overlooks the Outdoor Pool. The hotel's Fitness Centre has a commanding position with views of the Old Town. The hotel has good facilities for business and small meetings, with a Business Centre, two Meeting Rooms and complimentary internet access throughout.
Hotel Location & Layout
Location Description
Qamardeen Hotel is located in the Old Town precinct of Downtown Burj Dubai, with easy access from Sheikh Zayed Road and Doha Road. The hotel is a short distance from the Burj Dubai commercial and residential complex and the five star dining and entertainment area of the Old Town Island and Burj Dubai Lake Park. Within a short walking distance are the Dubai Mall and various souks with shops and boutiques. The Dubai World Trade Centre is five kilometres away, whilst public beaches and Dubai International Airport are both ten kilometres, with an approximate driving time of twenty minutes in light traffic.
Airports
Distance 10 km
Airport Transfers Taxi transfers
Cities and Sights
Distance 10 km
City/Sight Transfers Taxi
Layout Description
Guests approach via landscaped grounds to the hotel entrance on Level two. Qamardeen is U shaped, with the Concierge desk and Lobby Lounge to the immediate left of the entrance. Just beyond the Lobby Lounge, a corridor leads to the Business Centre and Meeting Rooms. To the right is the Reception desk, lifts to guest rooms and stairs down to Esca Restaurant on Level one. Esca overlooks the outside terrace and pool, which create an inner courtyard. Guest rooms are spread out on three wings overlooking the courtyard or the gardens. The Fitness Centre is situated on the top floor.
Lobby & Guest Relations
Open Hours
 24 hours
Languages Spoken English
Arabic
Payment Methods American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, Mastercard, Visa and cash accepted.
Foreign Exchange Most major currencies can be exchanged at the reception desk 24 hours a day.
Taxis Arranged Street taxis can be arranged on request.
A complimentary shuttle bus service is available between the hotel and some of Dubai's major shopping malls.
A complimentary shuttle bus service is available between the hotel and Jumeirah Beach Park.
A complimentary shuttle bus service in available between the hotel and the Gold and Diamond Market.
Tours Arranged The hotel concierge can arrange Dubai City tours, dhow cruises, Hummer desert safaris, wadi bashing (four wheel drive through dry riverbeds), Al Ain City tours and other popular tourist activities. Most of these tours are provided by 'Beyond the Dunes', whose sales office is based in the nearby Al Manzil Hotel.
Guest Relations The Lobby Manager provides a full Guest Relations service. Complimentary welcome drinks are provided on arrival.
Concierge Services
 Standard services.
Medical Facilities The hotel has a Nurse on site from 09:00 to 18:00 daily, who can be called upon outside these hours. The Nurse, or a Doctor, will be called out in emergencies, with an average response time of about 20 minutes. There is also a Medical Centre within a 5 minute taxi journey of the hotel.
Parking The hotel has free underground parking available for 80 cars.
Cranley Comment
Guests will immediately get a feel for the 'hip' style of the hotel, from the striking colours and stylish design features that will greet them. These include shimmering red covered sofas and chairs and huge deep red coloured lamps. On entering the hotel, the Concierge Desk and Lobby Lounge are to the immediate left. Just beyond the Lobby Lounge, a corridor leads to the Business Centre and Meeting Rooms. To the right of the lobby is the Reception desk, lifts to guest rooms and stairs to Esca Restaurant.
Shops & Amenities
Description
The Dukkan Qamardeen Souk was being built at time of review. The nearest shops until this development is complete are at the Dukkan Al Manzil Souk, where there is the following range of shops available:
Patisserie
Florist
Ladies/men's hairdresser
Delicatessen
Supermarket including Dry Cleaner and Video Rental
Chocolatier
Bazaar - Carpets/Jewellery
Restaurant and Cafe
Tobacconist
Optical wear
Speciality teas
Antiques
Bank and Cashpoint
Giftshop
Ladies Fashions
Children's wear
Early Learning Centre
The Dukkan Qamardeen Souk is open from 10:00 to 22:00 Saturday to Thursday and 14:00 to 22:00 on Fridays.
Cranley Comment
The Dukkan Al Manzil Souk is a 10 minute walk from the hotel and has an impressive array of shops. The larger Souk Al Bahar and the Old Town shopping centre are just a 15 minute walk away. The Dubai Mall, which will be the largest in Dubai and is currently under construction, will be 10 minutes by taxi for hotel guests. The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle bus service to the Gold and Diamond Market, Wafi City, Mall of the Emirates, Mercato Mall and Ibn Battuta Mall, which between them, provide a huge range of international stores and Arabic speciality shops.
Rooms, Suites & Villas
Number of Floors 6
Total Rooms 186
Elevators 2
Rooms per Elevator 93
Total Staff 215
Staff per Room 1.2
Check-in Time 14:00
Check-out Time 12:00
Late Checkout Subject to availability, a charge of 50% of the equivalent room rate applies up to 18:00 hours.
Smoking Rooms Qamardeen has four smoking floors; a total of 132 rooms.
Room Service 24 hour full service menu.
Laundry Service 24 hour laundry service.
Regular service: Laundry collected before 10:00 will be returned on the same day.
Express Service: Laundry required within 4 hours subject to 50% additional fee.
Pressing Service: 2 hour pressing service available 24 hours.
Unique Features Qamardeen is a unique mix of traditional Arabic features and modern 'hip' design. An example of this is the primary coloured murals on each of the lift entrances and 'funky' lighting in the corridors.
Cranley Comment
Qamardeen has 186 guest rooms and suites which are decorated in rich colours, with fittings and textures influenced by Arabian design. There are four room types - Standard Queen and Standard Twin which have either Garden or Pool views and Executive and Deluxe Suites which have additional dining and/or lounge space and a guest wc. All the guest rooms are equipped with up-to-date facilities including complimentary high speed internet access and widescreen TV.
  Type of Room, Views & Facilities
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Standard Queen 125

73 Garden
40 Pool
6 Garden access
6 Pool access

Complimentary high speed Internet access
Widescreen TV
Complimentary newspaper
Air conditioning/Climate control
Direct-dial phone x 2
Complimentary bottled water in room
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Hair dryer
Sewing kit
Desk and chair
Small coffee table and chair
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Queen size bed
Separate bathtub and shower
Complimentary toiletries
Bathrobes
Slippers
Vanity mirror

 2 adults 32
Cranley Comment
Standard Queen guest rooms are reached via the lifts, down wide corridors illuminated by multi-coloured 'funky' lighting. Rooms are decorated in a mix of pale and deep red colours, with fittings and textures influenced by Arabian design. The bedroom has a Queen size bed, a coffee table and a desk with chair and a widescreen TV. The open-plan bathroom has rough Arab marble floors and tiling and features a stylish tub bath (with modesty curtain) and separate shower. There is a separate wc just inside the front door. Standard Queen's with pool or garden access, have a small terrace with a table and two chairs.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Standard Twin 48

33 Garden
10 Pool
3 Garden access
2 Pool access

As per Standard Queen with the addition of:
Two Twin beds
Two sink bowls
No bathtub

 2 adults 32
Cranley Comment
Standard Twin guest rooms are reached via the lifts, down wide corridors illuminated by multi-coloured 'funky' lighting. Rooms are decorated in a mix of pale and deep red colours, with fittings and textures influenced by Arabian design. The bedroom has two Twin (120 cm) beds, a coffee table and a desk with chair and a widescreen TV. The open-plan bathroom has rough Arab marble floors and tiling and features two sinks, a stylish tub bath (with modesty curtain) and separate shower. There is a separate wc just inside the front door. Standard Twin's with pool or garden access, have a small terrace with a table and two chairs.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Executive Suite 10

8 Pool
2 Pool access

As per Standard Twin with the addition of:
Lounge area with widescreen TV, sofa and two armchairs
Dining table and four chairs
Guest toilet
King size bed

 2 adults 62
Cranley Comment
Executive Suites are reached via the lifts, down wide corridors illuminated by multi-coloured 'funky' lighting. You enter into a small foyer, with the guest wc adjacent. The dining area and lounge are decorated in cream, sand and deep red colours, with fittings and textures influenced by Arabian design. The bedroom area has a King size bed and an additional widescreen TV. The open-plan bathroom has rough Arab marble floors and tiling and features a stylish sink, a large tub bath and separate shower and wc. One Executive Suite located on Level 2, has the added benefit of two small terraces, with recliner seating and garden access.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Deluxe Suite 3

Pool

As per Executive Suite with the addition of:
Dressing Room
Large lounge with study area
Dining area with guest toilet
Butler's Kitchen

 2 adults 93
Cranley Comment
Deluxe Suites are centrally positioned on Floors 3, 4 and 5. Each one has an entrance hall leading to the large lounge, which is furnished with a sofa, two armchairs and a large screen TV. To one side is the bedroom, which has a King size bed, large screen TV and access to the dressing room and bathroom. There is a screen which can separate the bedroom from the lounge. The Deluxe Suite on the third floor has the added advantage of a huge 17 metre wide by 8 metre deep terrace overlooking the pool, which is furnished with several wicker style tables and chairs, making it ideal for private parties.
Restaurants & Cafés
Number of Restaurants
 2
  Esca  
Restaurant Type International
Restaurant Capacity 118 (of which 80 inside and 38 on terrace)
Opening Times 06:30 to 23:30
06:30 to 10:30 Breakfast
18:00 to 22:30 Italian style Buffet
Dress Codes Smart casual
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy No smoking allowed.
Designated smoking areas on outside terrace.
Children’s Facilities High chairs available.
No children's menu.
Breakfast Options Buffet
Cranley Comment
Esca is located on Level one, with views over the gardens and pool area. Guests can appreciate the two huge chandeliers cascading 50 metres from the ceiling above, in the comfort of brown and white leather chairs. It has a large buffet for breakfast and lunch and an Italian style buffet for dinner. Guests can select their own pizza, browse the spaghetti corner, or choose from a wide range of meat dishes, salads and desserts. The a la carte menu offers a wide choice of modern cuisine. Esca has a palm tree lined terrace, allowing al fresco dining in fine weather.
  Lobby Lounge  
Restaurant Type International Coffee Shop
Restaurant Capacity 50
Opening Times 24 hours a day
06:00 to 10:30 Breakfast
Dress Codes Casual
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy No smoking allowed.
Designated smoking areas on outside terrace.
Children’s Facilities Highchairs available.
No children's menu.
Breakfast Options Pastries and light snacks from the menu.
Cranley Comment
Located on the second floor overlooking the lobby and reception area, the Lobby Lounge has some stylish design features. These include modern print carpets, shimmering red covered sofas and chairs and huge deep red coloured lamps. The seating is cleverly broken up into small groups by artistic use of drapes, pillars and glass partitions. It serves pastries and light international snacks in a contemporary setting. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 18:00 to 21:00, there are special Cheese and Wine Evenings.
Business & Event Facilities
Wireless Internet Complimentary WiFi in public areas
In-Room Services Complimentary high speed internet access
Cable connection provided
Minimum 2 telephones in each room
Desk and chair
Business Centre
The Business Centre is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. It has the following facilities:
Two PC workstations with complimentary high speed internet access
The following services are offered at a nominal charge:
Facsimile
Secretarial services
Translation services
Laminating
Scanning
Meetings & Events
The hotel has the following two Boardrooms:
Boardroom 1 is 7 metres by 6 metres and has a capacity for 10 persons.
Boardroom 2 is 7 metres by 6 metres and has a capacity for 10 persons.
Both rooms can be supplied with a full range of technical and audio visual equipment.
A full menu of refreshments and food can be supplied from the hotel restaurant.
Cranley Comment
Qamardeen is a contemporary business hotel and offers good facilities for small meetings and a 24 hour Business Centre. The Business Centre is located on the 2nd Floor and has a small lounge containing a two seat sofa, with newspapers, magazines and reference books available. It also has two PC workstations with complimentary high speed internet access. The Meeting Rooms are located next to the Business Centre and have natural daylight, state-of-the-art technical facilities, complimentary high speed or WiFi internet access and full technical support.