Dubai is famous for its super-sized architecture, and Dubai Mall is no exception. Featuring over 1,200 retail stores, two giant department stores and hundreds of restaurants, it covers an area equivalent to 200 football pitches.

This luxury shopping centre is just a few steps from some equally luxurious apartments, designed with home comforts in mind. We’ve rounded up four of the best.

Dream Inn Dubai Apartments - Boulevard Central

Sip ice tea on your terrace and sink into the sofas in the evening

At Dream Inn Dubai Apartments plush armchairs and big comfy beds create an opulent feel, while a royal-blue and lemon colour scheme brighten the place up. There’s also a terrace where you can drink tea and take in the skyscraper views, and a widescreen plasma TV for quiet nights in. With room for up to six guests, it's a great option for groups, and the apartment is just under half an hour’s walk from Dubai Mall.

Elite Three Bedroom Apartment - Burj Residence - Tower 6

Watch the spectacular Dubai Fountain Show from your balcony at night

A 25-minute walk from Dubai Mall, Elite Three Bedroom Apartment offers lavish lodgings in a spectacular location. The bright and airy living area features classic, button-stitched sofas, a glass-cut dining table and jet-black kitchen units. Slip between the crisp sheets of your king-size bed, or relax on your private terrace. You’ll get stunning views of the Burj Khalifa towering over Dubai Fountain, the largest choreographed fountain in the world.

R&H - Dubai Opera Stylish 2BR

This modern apartment comes with access to a pool, sauna and fitness centre