For five people, I’d choose a two-bedroom serviced hotel apartment. You’ll have a kitchen and living space, plus housekeeping and hotel facilities. Cleaning and service can be less consistent in a privately rented apartment.

Assuming US$180 is your total nightly accommodation budget, I’d check these:

| Property | Location | Why I’d consider it |
|---|---|---|
| [City Premiere Hotel Apartments](https://dubai.citypremierehotel.com/en/2-bedroom-premiere-bkv) | Business Bay, near Downtown | My first choice. The two-bedroom apartments accommodate five adults with an extra bed, which costs more. They include daily housekeeping, air conditioning, TVs, free Wi-Fi, a kitchen and a washer/dryer. |
| [Ramada Downtown Dubai](https://ramadadowntowndubai.com/en/two-bedroom-apartment-burj-khalifa-and-fountain-view/) | Downtown | Two-bedroom apartments with two bathrooms, a kitchen, air conditioning, TVs, free Wi-Fi and cleaning service. Check how many guests are allowed and what they charge for the fifth person. |
| [Savoy Suites](https://www.savoydubai.com/savoy-suites) | Bur Dubai, farther from Downtown | A fallback if the central options are over budget. It has two-bedroom suites, kitchenettes, a rooftop pool and nearby metro stations. Confirm that the suite can accommodate all five of you. |

December rates of US$180 haven’t been confirmed for these properties. Hotel demand is strong that month, especially around Christmas and New Year, so you may need to stay outside Downtown to keep within budget. [CoStar’s December market report](https://www.costar.com/products/str-benchmark/resources/press-releases/dubai-hotel-industry-posts-best-december) supports that seasonal demand.

Downtown is inland, so plan a separate trip to the beach. For cleanliness, look for recent reviews that mention bedding and bathrooms; an amenities list won’t tell you what condition the room is in. Before booking, compare the final price for all five guests, including taxes, fees and the extra bed.

What are your exact December dates, and how many adults and children are travelling? Please include the children’s ages, since those details affect availability and how many guests each room allows.