The Cosmopolitan Nest

Situated in the Business Bay area, this apartment is near the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall. A network of canals surrounds the home – in fact, you get a view of them and some impressive architecture from this apartment's private balcony. The kitchen here is on the small side, with little food preparation space, but it has an oven and microwave and everything you need to create home-cooked meals. We doubt you'll be spending much time in the apartment with all the facilities on offer here, though. There's a temperature-controlled swimming pool, gym, steam rooms and sauna, as well as landscaped grounds.

Home truths:
*You'll have access to the on-site swimming pool, gym, sauna, steam room, gardens and play area. They're shared with the building's other residents. *Your host operates several apartments here, so the exact view, layout and furnishings might differ slightly from the photos. However, the overall quality should remain the same. *This home is in a 30-storey apartment building near a main road, so you may hear some noise throughout your stay. *Beach towels aren't provided – you'll need to bring your own. *There's free parking here. You’ll probably want to use a car, get a cab or use public transport to get around, especially in the hotter months. *There are a few eateries nearby.