Oud Metha and Umm Hurair enjoy a central location in Dubai, sandwiched between Karama and the western shore of the Dubai Creek. Dubai Healthcare City, the world’s first medical free zone, is located here.
Hotels
Hotels and places to stay in and around Oud Metha and Umm Hurair include:
- Rove Healthcare City
- Grand Hyatt Dubai
- Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights
- Movenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai
- Roda Links Al Nasr
Restaurants
The list was last updated on Saturday 14th of December 2019.
| Name | Address | Cuisine | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andiamo! | Grand Hyatt Umm Hurair | Italian | $$ | Italian restaurant at the Grand Hyatt. Indoor area with open kitchen. Outdoor seating with pergolas. Licensed. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Asha's | Pyramids at Wafi Umm Hurair | Indian | $$$ | Contemporary Indian restaurant by singer Asha Bhosle. Located at Pyramids at Wafi. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Awtar | Grand Hyatt Umm Hurair | Lebanese | $$$ | Lebanese restaurant at the Grand Hyatt. Live music and belly dancing. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Chutney's | Movenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai Oud Metha | Indian | $$ | [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Eve Penthouse and Lounge | Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights Umm Hurair | Bar | $$ | Rooftop bar on the 34th floor of the Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights. Shisha, resident DJ, and great views of the city. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Fish Hut | 8th Street Oud Metha | Seafood | $ | Unpretentious seafood restaurant in Oud Metha. Open kitchen. Fresh fish cooked to order. Diners choose the flavour. Very reasonable prices. Indoor and outdoor seating areas. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| La Tablita | Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights Umm Hurair | Mexican | $$ | Mexican restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights. Friday brunch with unlimited margaritas. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Market24 | Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights Umm Hurair | Asian, International | $$ | Casual cafe in the lobby of the Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights. Predominantly Asian menu. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Solo | Raffles Dubai Umm Hurair | Italian | $$ | Italian restaurant at Raffles Dubai. Pizzas cooked in wood-fired oven. Ambient interior. Licensed. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Sufra | Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights Umm Hurair | Arabic, International | $$ | All-day restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights. Licensed. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Tomo | Raffles Dubai Umm Hurair | Japanese | $$$ | Rooftop Japanese restaurant at Raffles Dubai. Offers spectacular views of the city. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
Real Estate – Apartments
Most accommodation is in low-rise apartment blocks.
Shopping
The area has 2 large shopping centres; the Wafi Mall (includes the Khan Murjan market) and the Lamcy Plaza.
Attractions & Entertainment
Creek Park is home to the Dubai Dolphinarium and Children’s City.
Other entertainment options include the Encounter Zone at Wafi City. the 12-screen Novo Cinemas Cineplex cinema next to the Grand Hyatt, and the 2-screen Lamcy Cinema.
Schools
The Dubai English Speaking School was the first British school in the United Arab Emirates. St Mary’s Catholic High School is also in the neighbourhood.
Map
Interactive map of Oud Metha and Umm Hurair.
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