7 Hacks To Score A Free Hotel Upgrade In Dubai!

Check in just after noon or later in the evening. When availability becomes crystal clear and unclaimed suites are up for grabs.

1. Arrive Fashionably Early

If you rock up in beach shorts and flip-flops, don't expect a penthouse. Look the part of a the club. 

2. Dress The Part

Tell them about birthdays or anniversaries. Hotels love celebrating your joy, sometimes with a cheeky upgrade

3.Drop The ‘Special Occasion’ Bomb

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4. Be Loyal

Even new members can score perks—especially in Dubai where hospitality is next level.

A polite “Any chance of an upgrade today?” often works better than pushy demands. 

5. Ask Politely

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Booking direct shows you’re serious—and hotels save on commission, so they’re more likely to throw in a little something extra.

6. Book Direct, Not Through Apps

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Book stays mid-week or off-season. Fewer guests = more empty rooms = higher upgrade chances. 

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7. Stay During Slow Periods

Follow up before arrival. Mention you're excited, highlight your occasion, and gently hint at an upgrade. 

Bonus Tip

Use these human-friendly hacks, bring your A-game smile, and you might just walk into that suite.