Dubai Taxi

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The area

Neighborhood: Al Quoz
Al Quoz sits literally at the halfway point between old and new Dubai. At first sight it has little to recommend it: warehouses and factories dominate the area, with some residential areas on the outskirts. Heavy goods vehicles roar up and down the roads and laborers stop at small hole-in-the-wall cafes for a cheap lunch. But it is fast becoming a magnet for art lovers: Alserkal Avenue is a significant contemporary art hub, home to 25 galleries and arts spaces, with ambitious expansion plans. The galleries host exhibitions, talks, panel discussions, auctions, and community events. If you love art, pass by to visit the galleries, it’s a great opportunity to get a sense of art and community in the region and to sit alongside key influencers and artists as they go about their day.
How to get there
  • Noor Bank • 3 min walk
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See what travelers are saying

  • Mr Tom
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom29 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    what will they do with all these drivers
    On traveling through Dubai our driver was telling us that they go driverless next month. we thought he was joking until we seen a recording on his phone that was taken during a trial . so we said how does it work if you said i am leaving Grosvenor House hotel going to emirates golf club then decided that once in the taxi you want to go to the Creek golf club only an example you must go to your1st pick then re book so he told us. seems odd but true
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 5, 2023
  • Dave A
    Christchurch, New Zealand346 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Good company to use
    We were advised to use this taxi company by the hotel and we found them really good and the prices were competitive with Ubers. Most of the drivers are keen to talk and our first ride in Dubai from the airport to the Dubai Mall our driver pointed out lots of places of interest. We found them good and a lot were able to cater for 7 people. Would recommend this company.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written October 6, 2023
  • Michelle M
    Canberra, Australia212 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dubai taxi service - eft payment
    We had read the forum on taxi's saying their credit card machine is not working and today we experienced it as we departed the Resilient Lady side at terminal B. Turns out our driver told us that taxi's must have a working eft machine or they are not supposed to operate. Also they can not refuse a fare, as it is a $500 durum fine and risk of dismissal if repeated offence. Turns out our initial taxi wanted a longer fare.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written November 4, 2023
  • Sumith D
    Ernakulam, India1,088 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    One of the most efficient ways to get around Dubai.
    Never had a bad experience to date. It all depends on how we interact with the driver. Except for their change over time sometimes they refused to take you, otherwise never been told a NO. Decent cars and many modes of payment. Always know the areas and if not they offer their phone to use Google maps. Will recommend and to avoid illegal taxis roaming around.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written February 16, 2024
  • Mannan A
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Exceptional service, appreciate taxi driver integrity
    Exceptional service! Our guest lost their wallet in a Dubai taxi on April 25th and was astounded by the driver's honesty in promptly returning it. Highly commendable and grateful for their integrity. Driver's name: Zinath Hussain, Dubai Taxi plate: 10446, BD: AT 1165.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled on business
    Written May 7, 2024
  • NICHOLAS T
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates10,340 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Heap and efficient transport
    Dubai Taxis offer a cheap and easy way to travel around Dubai. There are lots available, from the airport arrival onwards and the fares are cheaper than uber or Careem. The cars are generally very clean and drivers polite.
    Visited June 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written June 22, 2024
  • Joanna R
    10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Reasonably prices and very safe
    Great Service from the Dubia Taxis - all on a meter and started from 5AED ( about £1) Readily available and easy to flag down. used a few times and they navigated their was through the traffic. travelling as 2 ladies away, we found them very safe to travel in.
    Visited June 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written June 27, 2024
  • Robeena Brown
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates65 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Exceptional services
    Dubai taxis make it easy to get where you want around the city. The car is clean and the driver polite. The driver drives carefully, and you get to your location safely. Ensure you use RTA (Roads and Transport Authority) licensed taxis for safety and fair fares. They are metered and regulated. While most taxis accept cards, it's always good to have cash on hand, especially for short trips. There is always high demand for taxis during peak hours (8–10 a.m. and 5-7 p.m.) and on weekends. You can save time and easily get a taxi by booking through an app.
    Visited June 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written July 2, 2024
  • Jakub V
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful experience
    Wonderful and friendly staff, hotel modern, clean and with a beautiful view. The restaurants offered good quality and tasty food. Taxis were always at the hotel and available, which I see as a positive. We will definitely come back here.
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written July 17, 2024
  • Yuda
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    CAREEM IS THE ONLY ONE IN THE WORLD: BEST APPLICATION WITH ULTRA LUXURY SERVICE
    Dear Everyone, I wholeheartedly agree. The name Careem, of Arabic origin, means “generous,” “kind,” or “compassionate.” This is an entirely genuine review, with nothing added or altered. Careem truly stands out as the premier service, deeply engaged with its customers. In less than five minutes, they resolve issues with remarkable efficiency. Their entire team, not just the customer service representatives, exemplifies intelligence, generosity, and delightfulness. To Careem’s customer service and management, your service level consistently exceeds expectations and is truly exceptional. You offer a luxury experience, not merely transportation or food delivery. I am confident that your response to this matter will be swift and effective. 5/5
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written July 26, 2024
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nigjaynewarner
Buckley, UK15 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023
Be very aware of Yam Tourism L.L.C, we booked our stay through loveholidays for one week. We paid extra for a private transfer, on arrival we found 'their representive' who asked us to wait in the arrivals hall. He disappeared for 5 mins then returned and had us walk to a car park were we had to wait again while he trotted off. We then saw him paying for a parking ticket ? then the taxi appeared not a private transfer. We got in and he got in the front. We dropped him off round the corner very strange. We got to our hotel tbf the driver was friendly enough.
On the paperwork from loveholidays you must phone the provider(Yam Tourism) for a time to pick you up for your flight home, never had to do that before. You would have thought if they have your flight out number they would plan your transport for you. Anyway I managed to get through to them with the help of the concierge at the hotel and agreed a time of 10:30 -11:00. Next day checked out and waited, by 11:00 no sign. Now Dubai traffic is epic, so I admit to being a bit worried about getting there in time to check in. Two more phone calls one to the actual driver 5 mins away then 10 went by he turns up in a mini van strange, me thinks. Hour 15mins late, we load up get in but not the driver, turns round another couple are also getting in, Not private after all! We had a laugh with the other couple who from Belfast, we just made check in, in time but no time to shop in the airport. We had go straight the gate to board.

The other thing with the taxi's make sure they have a coloured roof or markings on the car body. That the meter is running, if the meter is showing finishing shift in 30 mins get out get another taxi. Or he will stop and ask you to get in the car behind which by coincident is his brother. Just be aware.
Written January 28, 2023
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Ham
4 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
The service was fine but the booking process via the app was frustrating. The main complaint however relates to vastly misleading information relating to estimated fare (we were charged much more) and the fact that advertised discount was not applied even though entered on the booking. Follow up didn’t achieve anything other than a suggestion that they would review system.
Written January 27, 2020
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Dhrumil
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022
Yesterday i booked a Hala taxi from Careem app and it was showing 22 mins waiting time so i received a call from driver and he told me it will take him 22 Mins to reach the destination i told him it is not possible to wait for 22 mins then he told me to cancel the ride. I told the driver that why i should cancel it will charge some amount if i cancel. Then driver told me he can't cancel and started arguments when i told him just 2 mins ago 1 driver cancel the ride then why you can't. then the driver told don't teach me what i have to do and started giving bad words when i told him why you are giving bad words and he disconnected the call. I felt very bad that how a driver can give me bad words. I was trying to raise complaint to RTA regarding the same issue but was not getting proper response. It was a Toyota Innova Car With Red Roof And Number Was 5238.

Will never book a car from careem where they don't have courtesy to speak with customer properly. A strict action should be taken against the driver who give bad words to the customer .
Written August 18, 2022
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More Than Just Subs
London, UK9 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020 • Friends
I do not remember the driver but will not take dubai taxis any more and won't recommend. Use uber, caream or dtc. We were over charged to double for a 3km ride from burger King to marina. We paid 15dhs from marina to burger King and on our way back with a different driver cost us 30dhs.we did ask why he missed the marina exit and his answer was there was traffic there. Traffic at 11pm? Load of rubbish.
Written March 1, 2020
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naqiCA
5 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2021
I arrived at Dubai airport in early evening after 13 hours flight. The person at Taxi stand guided me toward Black Taxi. I asked the guys before driving about my hotel address and to switch on the meter, he said yes but he did not show me the meter. Then he was playing with his phone while driving. I asked him couple of times that he knows the location of my hotel or I shall give him the address. He said yes, and then after 10 minutes drive he stopped at the gas station and start playing with his phones. He did not tell me if he has problem with GPS or there was some other plan he has?
I asked him to drop off me at the Gas station as I felt uncomfortable to further continue with him. I was dropped with my 3 pieces of bags and from Road side I got another another Taxi in about 15 minute. This was very bad experience after having flight for 13 hours and going through such rip-off. Please avoid Black Taxis at Dubai airport.
Written February 22, 2021
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Marie A
4 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2022
you should install a camera inside every taxi so you know what the drivers are doing to cheat. today with taxi plate number 17002 i went inside and he drive me to my destination when i reached im paying everyday 12aed my workplace is near to the metro. and when i saw my taxi rate it was 19aed. he told me his rate starts at 12aed so how it is possible? im asking the receipt because i want to know from where the meter start and he refuse to give it to me. please do something and also your driver doesn't have any good manners
Written March 30, 2022
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Kev
Singapore19 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Friends
2nd bad experience within 2 days. Taxi drivers in Dubai cheat and pretend they don't understand. First time taxi driver cheated us $5 when we gave cash. Second time, booked through Careem app the taxi driver did not pick us up at the location, made us walk one big round to the other end of the shopping centre and then he cancelled on us and charged us AED$12 after that when we did not even take his ride. Bad experience. Never use the Careem app for Dubai taxi drivers or Dubai taxi drivers . I would rather use Uber and pay more instead of being cheated by taxi drivers here in Dubai.
Written December 17, 2022
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VMaister
Melbourne, Australia59 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
Cars are falling apart, uncomfortable inside, smelly and so unpleasant. As a first point of contact when someone lands in dubai, this is a sight for sore eyes. Drivers barely smile or talk and are quite aggressive drivers. Speed and change lanes dangerously.

Used uber most of the time here. Brand new lexus vehicles, super friendly drivers, clean cars and pleasant rides. Wont ever use a taxi again.
Written January 19, 2020
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Nigel H
Dubai, United Arab Emirates793 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2020 • Business
The availability and service provided by Dubai Taxis is much improved.

Nearly all taxis accept credit card and with the roads having less traffic at present, the ride is usually better.

Lets hope this continues.
Written June 26, 2020
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NICHOLAS T
Dubai, United Arab Emirates10,340 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 • Solo
I took a Dubai taxi from Dubai Airport to Downtown Dubai.

My lady driver was very pleasant and the journey smooth and good value, slightly cheaper than the equivalent journey would have been in a Careem or Uber.

Generally a decent way to get around Dubai although drivers do sometimes need help with directions to less well known locations.
Written July 29, 2021
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