Daily budgets per person
- Budget: AED 300–450 — hostel or 3-star in Deira, metro, cheap eats in Karama, one paid attraction every other day.
- Mid-range: AED 800–1,200 — 4-star in the Marina, taxis plus metro, one nice dinner, a desert safari.
- Luxury: AED 2,500+ — beach resort, brunches, yacht and private tours.
What costs more than you expect
Alcohol, beach clubs and taxis across the city at rush hour.
What costs less
Metro, shawarma and karak, public beaches, the fountain show.
