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The Cranley Report®: Marriott Executive Apartments, Green Community
Marriott Executive Apartments, Green Community, Dubai
Hotel Address
Dubai Investment Park
PO Box 63845
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Contact Details
Telephone: +971 4 885 2222
Fax: +971 4 885 2121
E-mail
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Cranley Rating

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Hotel Summary
Category Deluxe Furnished Apartments
Awards Won Marriott - 2007
Best Courtyard Hotel of the Year Internationally.
Lowest Guest Problem Award.
Hotel Opened
 2005
Cranley Summary
The Marriott Executive Apartments Green Community, have the benefit of being located next to the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel with all its facilities at guests disposal, whilst at the same time offering a calm and quiet environment that is separate from the hotel. They are located in a new development near Jebel Ali and are set around a large man made lake. Their location means easy access to both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. They are well positioned for the business areas of Jebel Ali, Internet and Media Cities, as well as the major shopping malls and several of Dubai’s golf courses. The apartments also benefit from being located next to a shopping mall, which has a range of shops, boutiques and a bank and has an entrance connected to the hotel. Immediately outside the mall and overlooking the lake, are a small number of restaurants and bars, which provide additional choice for guests. The Marriott Executive Apartments are a boutique style accommodation, with 43 one and two bedroom units, all with views of the lake and some of which have balconies. All the facilities for the apartments are located in the adjoining hotel, where there are two main restaurants. The Pine Grill is an international restaurant and Cucina is a rustic Italian trattoria. The hotel also has a lounge bar called The Bar, which is above Cucina and overlooks the lake from the first floor. For leisure there is an infinity type pool and a small gym, with the latest Nautilus equipment. For golfers, several championship golf courses are available fifteen minutes away.
Location & Layout
Location Description
Marriott Executive Apartments Green Community, are located in a new development in the desert near Jebel Ali and their location means they have good access to both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The Green Community is a mixed development of low rise housing, commercial areas and shopping. It has the significant benefit of being away from the main centre of Dubai with its congestion and construction, but at the same time it has good access for Jebel Ali Industrial Zone, Internet and Media Cities, as well as the new Sports City development. For those guests interested in leisure, the hotel is 15 minutes from three championship golf courses and 45 minutes from the Sheraton Golf Course in Abu Dhabi. For leisure, the major shopping malls at the Mall of the Emirates, the largest in Dubai, is only twenty minutes away by road, as is Ski Dubai. The hotel is about fifteen minutes by road from the beach facilities which guests have complimentary access to.
Airports
Distance
 53 km
Airport Transfers
 Taxi transfers available.
Cities and Sights
Distance
 134 km
City/Sight Transfers
 Taxi transfers available.
Layout Description
Marriott Executive Apartments Green Community are located next to the Courtyard by Marriott and they share all of the hotel's facilities. The two buildings are connected on the first floor and there is a boardwalk by the lake that links the two buildings, which also gives guests immediate access to the shopping mall. There is a small reception desk on the ground floor of the apartments and an adjacent lounge area. In addition, the apartments have a residents lounge on the third floor, which has a large screen television.
Lobby and Guest Relations
Open Hours
 24 hours
Languages Spoken English, Arabic and several other languages are spoken
Payment Methods All major international credit cards and cash accepted
Foreign Exchange All major currencies exchanged
Taxis Arranged Taxi pool on standby from the hotel
Tours Arranged The concierge can arrange a variety of activities, including tours of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Sharjah and Ajman; Dinner Cruises; Safaris to the Desert, Wadi Hatta or Hajar Mountains; a Night at the Races; Camel Riding; Sand Skiing; Snorkelling and Scuba Diving. One of the tour companies used is The Big Bus Company, who offer an open top, double decker bus tour of Dubai.
Guest Relations Standard
Concierge Services
 Grocery shopping is provided for the guests
24 hour security
Medical Facilities Doctor on call 24 hours, with a typical response time of 30 minutes according to the hotel. Doctor's fees can be charged to room bills.
Parking Secure complimentary shaded parking for all guests immediately outside the apartment block, with 56 spaces.
Cranley Comment
The Marriott Executive Apartments have their own dedicated reception area and a completely separate entrance to the hotel, which is a short distance around the lake. On entering the apartments, there is a small lobby area and the reception desk, which is staffed 24 hours a day, is on the right hand side. There are two lifts immediately adjacent to the reception desk, which serve the three floors where the apartments are situated. There is also a small lounge area in the lobby with two sofas, that overlooks the Green Community lake.
Shops & Amenities
Description
There is a small kiosk style shop, selling mostly essential items, that is located in the hotel lobby and is open 24 hours.
Cranley Comment
The small shop in the hotel lobby is next to the reception desk and sells mostly essential items such as toiletries, sun creams and camera batteries etc. Additionally, the apartments are connected via the hotel, to 'The Market' Shopping Mall that has a range of shops, a bank, nail bar, coffee bar and a supermarket. The hotel also runs a complimentary shuttle bus at 11:00, 15:30, 19:00 and 21:30 to The Mall of the Emirates, which is the largest shopping mall in the Emirates and is a twenty minute drive away. The shuttle bus returns at 16:00, 19:30 and 22:00.
Rooms, Suites & Villas
Number of Floors 3
Total Rooms 43
Elevators 2
Rooms per Elevator 22
Total Staff 15
Staff per Room 0.3
Check-in Time 15:00
Check-out Time 12:00
Late Checkout Subject to availability at an additional charge
Smoking Rooms All apartments are smoking if that is what the guests choose.
Room Service Available 24 hours
Laundry Service Same day service for items dropped off before 09:00 and an express service is available at a premium.
Unique Features Rooms receive two full services a week with linen and towel changes and one light clean a week.
Type of Room, Views & Facilities
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
One Bedroom 34

Lake

Fully equipped kitchen with:
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine/dryer
Fridge freezer
Oven
Comprehensive range of good quality utensils
Lounge with desk area
Dining table for four persons
High speed internet in the lounge and bedroom
Satellite television with additional movie channels
DVD player and music system
Additional satellite television in the bedroom
En suite bathroom with WC
Complimentary groceries on arrival
Large safe for documents and laptops

 Three adults 75 - 125
Cranley Comment
The One Bedroom Apartment consists of a lounge/dining room, kitchen, bedroom with ensuite bathroom and a WC. The kitchen is well appointed with good quality appliances and a range of good quality dishware for the type of accommodation. Groceries are provided for guests on arrival, covering the basic necessities. The lounge is a combined dining room and lounge and has a round table that can accommodate four persons, as well as a three seater sofa and armchairs. There is a satellite television with additional channels for movies, a DVD player and music system, as well as a desk with complimentary high speed internet connection. The bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with separate shower and has the benefit of an additional high speed internet connection. All apartments have balconies overlooking the lake and the size of each apartment can vary considerably, according to the size of the balcony.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Two Bedroom 9

Lake

As per the One Bedroom Apartment with the added benefit of:

An additional ensuite bedroom with combined bath/shower.

 Five persons 135 - 145
Cranley Comment
The Two Bedroom Apartment is a similar design and layout to the One Bedroom Apartment with a lounge/dining room, kitchen, two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and a WC. The kitchen is well appointed with good quality appliances and a range of good quality dishware for the type of accommodation. Groceries are provided for guests on arrival, covering the basic necessities. The lounge is a combined dining room and lounge and has a round table that can accommodate four persons as well as a three seater sofa and armchairs. There is also a satellite television with additional channels for movies, a DVD player and music system as well as a desk with complimentary high speed internet connection. Both bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms, with the master bedroom having a separate shower and the benefit of an additional high speed internet connection. The second bedroom can come with either twin beds or a queen bed. All apartments have balconies overlooking the lake.
Restaurants & Cafés
Number of Restaurants
 3
Restaurant Comments
The hotel adjoining the apartments has two main restaurants. There is the Pine Grill, which is an international restaurant located on the ground floor and Cucina, which is a rustic Italian restaurant, located in a circular building next to the lake. The Pine Grill is the main breakfast location and it offers a buffet lunch and a range of themed buffet evenings as well as an a la carte menu. Light snacks are available in the Rendezvous Lounge adjoining the hotel lobby and also from Aquamarine, the hotel's pool bar. Food is also available in The Bar, which is located on the upper level of Cucina.
  Pine Grill  
     
Restaurant Type International
Restaurant Capacity Total 92 inside including private dinning for 25
Opening Times Breakfast 06.30 to 11.00
Lunch 12.00 to 15.00
Dinner 18.00 to 23.30
Dress Codes Casual
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy No smoking allowed
Children’s Facilities Children’s menu
High chairs
Children under six eat complimentary and children from six to twelve pay 50% on buffets
Breakfast Options Full buffet breakfast with cooking stations
Cranley Comment
The Pine Grill is located on the ground floor between the reception and the Cucina Restaurant, overlooking the pool and lake. It is an international restaurant and is decorated in a neutral style with the walls and ceilings partially wood panelled and with a blue theme to the carpets and chairs. At one end of the restaurant is the buffet area and at the opposite end is a private dining room. Breakfast is served in the Pine Grill and is available as a full hot and cold buffet, as well as having an a la carte menu. Breakfast may also be taken on the pool terrace, with waiter service or self service from the Pine Grill. The restaurant has a daily lunchtime buffet and an a la carte menu in the evenings, where the specialities are freshly grilled steaks and seafood dishes. There is also a regular nightly buffet, with dishes from around the world at an all-inclusive price. There are two separate options that include either unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee, or unlimited alcoholic house beverages at a higher price. There are also regular BBQ nights on the pool terrace, where once again there are fixed prices inclusive of soft or alcoholic drinks.
  Cucina  
     
Restaurant Type Italian
Restaurant Capacity Total 200 (of which 120 inside and 80 outside)
Opening Times Lunch 12.00 to 15.00
Dinner 18.00 to 23.30
Dress Codes Smart casual
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy No smoking allowed inside
Children’s Facilities Children’s menu
Children’s portion available at 50% of the main menu
Breakfast Options None
Cranley Comment
Cucina is an Italian style kitchen set on the ground floor of a circular building next to the lake. It has a rustic feel with dark slate style flooring, timber on part of the ceiling and wrought iron light fittings. The restaurant has seating both inside and outside and has a show kitchen and an open pizza oven. Specialties include Insalata Cucina which has herbs, grilled mushrooms and roasted tomatoes and the mascarponata pizza. Before or after dinner, guests can enjoy a cocktail or other drink in The Bar which is located on the upper level above the restaurant.
  Rendezvous Lounge  
     
Restaurant Type Lobby lounge
Restaurant Capacity Total 100
Opening Times 24 hours
Dress Codes Casual
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy No smoking allowed
Children’s Facilities Children's menu

Breakfast Options Cofee and pastries
Cranley Comment
The Rendezvous Lounge is the hotel's lobby café and is located opposite the reception. It has windows which are almost floor to ceiling and look out towards the lake and the pool terrace. The lounge has a central serving area where the fresh pastries are displayed and it has seating in comfortable armchairs as well as more formal leather chairs. There is a daytime menu from 06:00 to 23:00, with continental breakfast served in the morning and afternoon tea from 16:00 to 18:00, which includes a range of teas, fresh scones and finger sandwiches. Other food and drink options here include tapas style bites and various cakes and pastries, as well as a range of smoothies. The night time menu from 23:00 to 06:00 includes tea and coffee and 'build your own' sandwiches. Alcoholic beverages are served between 12:00 and 16:00 and 18:00 to 03:00. Food is available from the lounge to eat in or take away.
Bars
Number of Bars
 1
  The Bar  
     
Bar Type Lounge
Bar Capacity Total 120 (of which 56 inside and 64 outside)
Opening Times Daily from 18:00 to 02:00
Dress Codes Smart casual
Air-Conditioning Yes