What are the best areas for short-term rental in Dubai?

If short-term rental is your target, a famous address on its own is not enough.
The unit still needs to be marketable: strong layout, acceptable view, quality furnishing, and a building that supports a smooth guest experience.
Many investors buy in the right area but the wrong building, and the result underperforms.
The better method is to assess the full system: location, guest profile, operating model, and management cost. A well-executed unit in Business Bay can outperform a weaker product in a more famous address.