Below are recommended hotels in Dubai that are convenient for major convention / exhibition venues, plus how to access corporate / event rates. I’ve grouped them by the convention centre they’re closest to and included sources showing the hotel’s location or event/corporate offers.

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) — easiest walking access

• Novotel World Trade Centre Dubai — adjacent / connected to DWTC; the hotel publishes event/discounted rates for show dates. (novotel-dubai-world-trade-centre.com)
• ibis One Central / ibis World Trade Centre — very close (walkable) to DWTC and commonly included in event hotel blocks. (globalconference.mdrt.org)
• Conrad Dubai — short walk from DWTC; major chain that offers negotiated/event rates for conferences. (globalconference.mdrt.org)
• Fairmont Dubai — ~700 m from DWTC and frequently used as an event hotel; shows negotiated event rates on organizer pages. (globalconference.mdrt.org)
• Sheraton Grand Hotel / JW Marriott Marquis / Shangri‑La — short taxi ride (or short metro ride) from DWTC; commonly used by corporate travellers attending DWTC events. (expedia-aarp.com)

Dubai Exhibition Centre / Expo City Dubai (former Expo 2020 site)

• Rove Expo City (Rove Expo 2020) — the on‑site/within-walking-distance hotel for Expo City / Dubai Exhibition Centre; positions itself for delegates and event visitors. (rovehotels.com)
• Courtyard by Marriott, Green Community; Aloft Me’aisam; Premier Inn Dubai Investments Park; Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate — commonly listed as convenient options for Expo City/DEC (short drive or on the Route 2020 metro line). (thenationalnews.com)

Dubai World Central / Dubai Exhibition Centre (DWC region & large trade shows relocated there)

• Hotels serving DWC/DEC event attendees vary by show (organisers publish official hotel lists and negotiated rates). Expedia/organiser pages list recommended properties near the Exhibition Centre; booking through the event’s official housing link typically gives the negotiated corporate/event rate. (expedia.com)

How to get corporate / event rates (practical steps)

1. Use the event’s official hotel block first — organisers (for big shows) negotiate special rates and links; those rates are usually good and centrally managed. Many DWTC and Expo events publish an official hotel list and links. (globalconference.mdrt.org)
2. Sign up or register your company with hotel corporate/business programs:
   • Hilton For Business (Hilton for Business) — self‑service program for small/medium businesses. (hilton.com)
   • Accor Business Offer / Accor Business Auto‑Enrol — discounts for SMEs and corporate booking options (covers Novotel, ibis, Fairmont brands in Accor group). (businesstravel.accor.com)
   • Marriott Business Access / Business solutions — Marriott’s corporate/business program for negotiated rates and self‑service company accounts. (marriott.com)
3. If your company already has negotiated rates with a chain, enter the corporate code on the hotel’s booking page (Special Rates / Corporate code) or book through your corporate travel tool/agent. Many chains require proof of eligibility at check‑in (company email, business card, or travel authorisation). (upgradedpoints.com)
4. For ad‑hoc corporate travel (no company contract): enroll in the hotel group’s SME programs (Accor Business Offer, Hilton for Business, Marriott Business Access) — these provide automatic discounts without a bespoke contract. (businesstravel.accor.com)

Quick tips

• If you’re attending a specific show: always check the show’s “official hotels” / accommodation page (organisers often publish the cheapest negotiated rates and maps). Example: many DWTC events publish hotel lists/negotiated rates. (globalconference.mdrt.org)
• For maximum savings and benefits, combine: (a) your company’s corporate code or the event’s housing link + (b) your loyalty program membership (Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy, Accor ALL). (hilton.com)

If you’d like, I can:

• Check available corporate/event