Although Dubai is best known for its expensive 5-star hotels, there are an increasing number of cheap and affordable 2-star properties being built.
Two of the major players in the market are Accor’s Ibis brand and InterContinental’s Holiday Inn Express.
Arabian Ranches Golf Club Hotel 
Arabian Ranches Golf Club, Arabian Ranches | show map
Small hotel at the Arabian Ranches Golf Club.
Holiday Inn Express Dubai Internet City
Dubai Internet City, Al Sufouh | show map
Budget accommodation at Dubai Knowlege Village.
Based on 60 reviews
from AED 288
Holiday Inn Express Dubai Jumeirah
Jumeirah Road, Jumeirah | show map
Budget accommodation at the northern end of Jumeirah.
Based on 61 reviews
from AED 222
Holiday Inn Express Dubai Safa Park
Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Wasl | show map
Cheap place to stay near Safa Park.
Based on 85 reviews
from AED 261Based on 52 reviews
from AED 238Based on 74 reviews
from AED 140