The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina

"How did it strike you on arrival?Everything in Dubai is grand, but the Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi's elegant and vast lobby is truly grand with plush furnishings, fresh flowers, and a sunlit atrium. Nice. What’s the crowd like?The clientele is diverse, ranging from vacationing families and couples to business travelers. The good stuff: Tell us about your room.Even basic Deluxe Rooms are quite spacious and come equipped with charming furniture ideal for relaxing. Many rooms have balconies that overlook the sea and the landscaped property, but some overlook the highway and surrounding skyscrapers. Get a Sea View room if you can. How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies. Any of that find its way into your suitcase?Rooms have Nespresso machines, 42-inch flat-screen TVs, and stocked minibars. Please tell us the bathroom won’t let us down.Showers are walk-in with a spacious, separate tub. The toilet and bidet are in a separate space; toiletries are rather generic. Maybe the most important topic of all: Wi-Fi. What’s the word?Wifi is free, but speeds are middling. You can pay to upgrade. Anything stand out about other services and features? Whether it’s childcare, gyms, spas, even parking—whatever stuck with you.Breakfast isn't included—and the cost adds up quickly—but Friday's Bubbalicious brunch is one of the best in town. What was most memorable—or heartbreaking—about your stay?It's far from Dubai's main tourist draws. Bottom line: worth it, and why?Rooms, pools, dining, and the beach are all first-rate, but slow Wifi and the expensive breakfast are something to consider." - Laura Ratliff