Gloria Hotel

Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah


Next to a metro station, the popular Gloria actually flaunts numerous assets that'll make you want to stay put, including a top-notch gym, a 25m rooftop pool and a surprisingly good buffet restaurant. There are more than 1000 suites and apartments with kitchen with varying decor depending on whether you go for a Californian, Classic, Modern or Mediterranean design theme. No alcohol.


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