Lapita Hotel

Dubai


Owned by Marriott and on the doorstep of four theme parks and the Outlet Village shopping centre, this resort-style property keeps families front and centre with its kids' club and separate pool and playground. The resort has a South Pacific theme with a soothing interior of bamboo, traditional Polynesian-style carvings and tropical-themed soft furnishings.

To get here, take the Red Line south to UAE Exchange station and then it's a 15-minute taxi ride to the hotel.


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