Question 1

What does "book direct" actually mean?

Accepted Answer

You are booking with ThriveHomes, the company that manages the home, rather than through a booking platform. The reservation, the payment and the support all sit with us.

Question 2

When am I charged?

Accepted Answer

You are not charged when you pick dates. You'll see an itemised total — nightly rate, cleaning and taxes — and you only pay once you confirm at the payment step.

Question 3

Are there extra fees or taxes on a Dubai booking?

Accepted Answer

There is a cleaning fee and, on most stays, Dubai tourism fees. Both are itemised in your quote before you pay rather than added at the last step, so the total you see is the total you are charged.

Question 4

How does check-in and check-out work?

Accepted Answer

Check-in and check-out times are listed on each home, and access details are sent before you arrive. Our own team handles the handover — there is no lockbox scavenger hunt and no third party in between.

Question 5

Can I cancel, and what are the terms?

Accepted Answer

Each home carries its own cancellation terms, and we show them on the booking panel before you pay rather than after. If you need to change a confirmed booking, message us on WhatsApp and we will do what the policy allows.

Question 6

Is there a minimum stay?

Accepted Answer

Most homes have a two-night minimum, though it varies by property and date. If your dates fall short we say so immediately, and tell you how many more nights are needed.

Question 7

How do I reach you during my stay?

Accepted Answer

WhatsApp is the fastest way and it reaches the team that manages the property, not a call centre. The number is on every page and in your booking confirmation.

Question 8

Are there rules for short-term rentals in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Short-term rentals are licensed by Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism, and guests are expected to respect building rules on noise, visitors and shared facilities. Anything specific to a home is listed on its page.

Question 9

What if something goes wrong during my stay?

Accepted Answer

Tell us on WhatsApp. Maintenance and cleaning are our own team rather than a subcontractor, so in most cases we can have someone at the property the same day.

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Imperial Avenue · Downtown Dubai

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Red Residence

Stonehenge II · Jumeirah Village Circle

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