Short-term rentals: say what exactly you’re looking for

Short-term rentals in the United Arab Emirates

Updated 4 November 2026

Short-term rentals in the United Arab Emirates are often quoted by the month. In more affordable areas, monthly rates start from around AED 2,500 to 3,300, and an owner who lets a home to holidaymakers needs a permit. Ask whether the listing has one. For current rates in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman or Al Ain, request offers on BlaBlaPrice.

Permits, fees and taxes

A holiday home permit costs AED 300 per bedroom, capped at AED 1,200 in one guide. Another guide lists a registration fee of about AED 1,520 and an inspection of AED 320. Operators also pay a nightly Tourism Dirham and 5% VAT, and corporate tax may apply once turnover passes AED 1 million a year.

Furnished stays and what is included

Furnished homes let for 28 days or more are often offered with bills and Wi-Fi included. Check whether the price you see includes VAT, because some providers show the full price with VAT only before you book. Ask whether the rate is per night or per month, and whether it stays fixed for the whole stay.

Season and the hot months

From November to March the weather is mild, so guests can spend time outdoors. From May to September the summer is very hot, and the request should say whether air conditioning and a pool matter to you. A home that is cool and comfortable indoors is worth more to guests in those months.

What to put in your request

Name the city, the number of bedrooms, the dates or the number of months, and your budget in AED. Say whether the home must be furnished, whether bills and Wi-Fi must be included, and whether you need a home with a holiday-home permit, which the owner should be able to show.

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