Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel - Dubai

Historic floating hotel in Dubai with original cruise-ship cabins and daily heritage tours

Rooms and Suites

Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel offers 13 decks of accommodation, including the two-floor Officer Suite with one King Bed and Sofa Bed. The Captain's Room includes a balcony and sea view, with original porthole windows and touch-controlled lighting. All rooms are modernized but retain nods to the ship's 1960s heritage, such as portholes and brass fittings.

Onboard Experiences

Guests can join heritage tours of the bridge and navigation rooms, led by knowledgeable guides like Brendan or Craig. The ship has an indoor swimming pool and a fitness center, though the outdoor pool is covered. Temporary art galleries and live sport events are also held onboard throughout the year.

Dining and Nightlife

The Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel Dubai has three restaurants: the fine-dining Queen's Grill, the buffet-style Lido Restaurant, and The Golden Lion pub - Dubai's oldest pub. The Golden Lion serves burgers and offers half-price drinks from 5-8 pm, while the Lido provides breakfast with a view of the Arabian Gulf. The Yacht Club and The Pavilion offer additional evening bars and outdoor seating.

Location and Nearby Attractions

Permanently docked at Mina Rashid marina, Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel is within 8 km of Dubai International Airport. The ship shares a neighborhood with the Gold Souk, Dubai Creek, and the Etihad Museum. A complimentary shuttle runs to major landmarks such as Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, and taxis are always available outside the entrance.

Spa, Wellness, and Family Amenities

The hotel has a spa and wellness centre offering massages (back, foot, full body), facials, and hair salon services. Guests can use the indoor swimming pool and fitness center year-round. Families benefit from an indoor play area and rooms with sofa beds, plus special kids' meal menus in the Lido Restaurant.

• Location: Permanently docked at Mina Rashid marina, 8 km from Dubai International Airport
• Rooms: Original interiors in Officer Suites and Captain's Rooms with porthole windows
• Dining: Three restaurants including The Golden Lion pub and Lido buffet
• Heritage: Daily guided heritage tours led by former crew members
• Wellness: Indoor swimming pool, fitness center, and full-service spa with hair salon
• Family: Indoor play area and family rooms with sofa beds

Licence number: 001-0206792-020424