It was a great stay in Novotel Deira City Centre, the lady that assisted us with the check in (and check out) is very helpful & friendly, she allowed us to check in very early because she know I had a long flight. The hotel location is great, a mall just across the street, food stalls nearby, and if you want to visit the souk & bur dubai area it will be close by. Not too far and easy access via metro or taxi if you want to go to Dubai Mall or New Dubai area