Dubai’s growing short term rental market
Dubai offers different settings for holidaymakers, business travellers and people looking for temporary accommodation. Choosing a holiday home gives guests a way to match their stay to a property type and location, while owners can explore a managed approach to short term letting. haus & haus Holidays brings these two sides of the service together through its specialist team.
Why choose haus & haus for short term rentals?
Choose a short term rental that works around your plans. Depending on the property and availability, guests can find flexible options for shorter visits and extended stays in Dubai.
Stay in popular Dubai communities with access to beaches, business districts, restaurants and major attractions. Explore the haus & haus Holidays property portfolio to find a location that suits your stay.
Our holiday rentals are fully furnished and prepared for your arrival, with everyday home comforts designed to make settling in simple from the start of your stay.
Key utilities and services are included with most short term stays, depending on the property and booking terms. This makes it easier to manage a temporary stay without arranging separate utility accounts.
Professional housekeeping and property support help keep your holiday rental comfortable throughout your stay. Additional housekeeping can also be requested where available.
Our guest services team is available to support you throughout your stay, from personalised check-in and local recommendations to additional housekeeping and airport transfer requests.
Compare short term leasing with haus & haus and traditional hotel stays
Features Short term leasing with haus & haus Traditional hotel stays Space and privacy ✔ Full apartment or villa with private living areas ✘ Limited space and shared facilities Furnishing and amenities ✔ Fully furnished with kitchen, laundry and home comforts ✘ Standard hotel room setup Length of stay ✔ Flexible options from weekly to monthly ✘ Restricted to daily rates Cost efficiency ✔ Better value for longer stays ✘ Higher nightly rates + service charges Bills and utilities ✔ All inclusive: Wi-Fi, electricity, water ✘ Often charged separately or limited Cleaning and maintenance ✔ Housekeeping upon request ✔ Daily housekeeping but limited maintenance Booking flexibility ✔ Easy to extend, shorten, or switch properties ✘ Fixed booking terms and cancellation fees Locations ✔ Wide choice of prime Dubai communities ✘ Restricted to hotel zones Lifestyle experience ✔ Feels like home with a local living experience ✘ More formal and less personal Concierge and support ✔ Dedicated guest services team ✔ Standard front desk service
FAQs about short term leasing in Dubai
The available stay length depends on the individual property and booking terms. Short term accommodation can suit stays ranging from shorter visits to extended periods of several weeks or months. Check the availability and minimum-stay requirements of your preferred property when booking.
Yes, holiday homes and short term rentals are typically furnished for temporary stays. Exact furniture, facilities and amenities vary by property, so review the individual listing before booking.
Yes. Furnished short term apartments can be useful for business travellers who are staying in Dubai for longer than a typical hotel visit and want more living space, privacy and everyday home facilities.
Yes. Apartments and villas with multiple bedrooms and living areas can provide families with more space and flexibility during their stay. Property size and facilities vary, so choose a home that suits the number of guests travelling.
The owner platform allows you to block dates for personal use. Arrange this in line with confirmed bookings and your management agreement. The owner management service explains the platform and reporting support.
With haus & haus Holidays, the service includes setup and licensing support, property photography, platform listings, bookings, security-deposit handling, housekeeping and maintenance coordination, inventory management and owner reporting. Review the holiday rental services and confirm the scope for your property.
Yes. You can rent out your Dubai property while living abroad, provided it meets the relevant licensing and registration requirements. haus & haus Holidays can manage guest communication, housekeeping, maintenance and day-to-day operations on your behalf. You can also monitor your property through the online owner portal and receive monthly financial statements.
Yes. haus & haus Holidays offers flexible stays, including monthly rentals, for guests relocating to Dubai, travelling for work or staying between homes. Contact the team with your preferred dates and requirements to check suitable properties, availability and rates.
Short term rentals in Dubai can suit holidaymakers, business travellers and new residents looking for flexible accommodation. Furnished holiday homes can also be useful if you need temporary accommodation before committing to a long term rental.
Yes. Holiday rentals and short term leasing are legal in Dubai when properties meet the relevant licensing and operating requirements. Properties used as holiday homes must be correctly registered before accepting short term guests, haus & haus Holidays can help you navigate this process. Learn more about holiday home licensing.
Yes. Guests will typically need to provide valid identification, such as a passport or Emirates ID, for verification and guest registration. Exact requirements may depend on the property and booking.
Yes. Additional services such as extra housekeeping and airport transfers can be requested, subject to availability. The haus & haus Holidays guest services team can help with requests throughout your stay.
Utilities and key services are included with most haus & haus Holidays short term rentals. Exact inclusions can vary depending on the property and booking terms, so check the details of your chosen holiday rental when booking.
Extensions may be possible depending on property availability and the booking terms. If you think you may need to stay longer, contact the guest services team as early as possible to check whether your property remains available.
haus & haus Holidays offers furnished properties across a range of Dubai communities. Browse the current holiday rental portfolio to compare available locations and properties.
Client testimonials
Hear from our satisfied clients who have experienced exceptional service with haus & haus:
More ReviewsDawn Curran
28 October 2026
We had a fantastic service from Cian Hennessy at Haus & Haus. We reached out to him after another deal fell through 5 days before our moving date. Cian showed us a fantastic property that was beyond our expectations but in our budget, he understood that we were in a stressful situation and took...
Genevieve Mbabazi
28 October 2026
I had an incredible experience purchasing my first studio apartment through haus & haus. I worked with Ahmad, and honestly, he made what could have been a really overwhelming process feel like a breeze. He was so patient with me, took the time to address every single concern I had, and genuinel...
Omar Omeish
28 October 2026
Zane is a great agent!
