# the HUNTR: City Guide — Dubai & the UAE, curated

> Curated city guide with exclusive perks and loyalty programs. (iPhone/iPad app by Holly Williams Lloyd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-huntr-city-guide/id6444743683 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Holly Williams Lloyd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1640522253)
- Category: Magazines & Newspapers, Food & Drink
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: +4
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 68 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-12-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-huntr-city-guide/id6444743683/reviews.md

## What is the HUNTR?

Never ask "where shall we go?" again.

the HUNTR is the UAE's only premium curated city guide — 1400+ of the best restaurants,
cafes, bars, hotels, shops and experiences across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and beyond. Every place
is visited, vetted and written up by a human editorial team. If it's not exceptional, it's not on the
HUNTR.

Think of us as your well-connected friend: the one who always knows the right place, and never
sends you somewhere mediocre.

FREE TO EXPLORE
– Browse the directory and get a feel for how it works
– News and features are always free — thoughtful stories on food, culture and life in the UAE
– Find places with the Findr: search by mood, location, cuisine, occasion and more

THE FULL EXPERIENCE, FOR MEMBERS
– Unlock all 1400+ places, all the guides, and members-only emails you'll be excited to open
– Save favourites and build your own lists
– the HUNTR Club: the UAE's only specialty coffee and tea loyalty cards. Collect 6 stamps at
60+ of the best specialty spots and your next coffee, matcha or tea is on us
– Member Perks: exclusive little benefits at handpicked venues — with more to come

VISITING THE UAE?
The Tourist Pass unlocks everything for 30 days. One payment, no auto-renewal. Live like a
local for your whole trip.

Membership starts with a 3-day free trial. Cancel anytime.

Independent, human-curated, and proud of it. Your membership directly supports a small
creative team and the homegrown businesses we champion.

## Key features

- Curated directory of restaurants, cafes, bars, hotels
- Detailed features and insightful news
- Specially curated guides
- Live map with 'near me' and 'open now' options
- Save favorites to a private list
- Exclusive HUNTR Member Perks
- Specialty coffee loyalty rewards

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HUNTR Founding Monthly Member | $7.99 | per month |
| Biannual HUNTR Member | $79.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly HUNTR Member | $129.99 | per year |
| HUNTR Founding Yearly Member | $89.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tourist HUNTR Pass | $24.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #198 in Top Grossing · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-huntr-city-guide/id6444743683/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Deliciously trendy

*2025-07-04*

Everyone thinks I’m somehow embedded in the food scene in Dubai. But all I have is this wonderful app that tells me the delicious and cool new places that open. Don’t tell anyone 😉

### 5/5 — Best city guide EVER

*2024-07-17*

A friend who lives in Dubai recommended this to me when I visited on holiday and I’ve never seen such a beautifully designed, easy to use app with the most incredible recommendations. I owe every special meal, day out and all of the amazing memories I made to The Huntr app - thanks team!

**Developer response:** Hey Lauren. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your trip to Dubai with the HUNTR Tourist Pass. We hope to welcome you back soon. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience here. With love and good taste, the HUNTR.

## Frequently asked questions about the HUNTR

### What is The HUNTR: City Guide?

The HUNTR: City Guide is a mobile application that provides curated recommendations for top restaurants, cafes, bars, hotels, and hidden gems in Dubai and the UAE. It also offers insightful news and stories related to the city's lifestyle.

### Is The HUNTR: City Guide free to download?

Yes, The HUNTR: City Guide is free to download. It offers a free experience with basic features, and an optional premium membership for enhanced benefits.

### What are the benefits of a HUNTR Membership?

A HUNTR Membership unlocks a premium experience, including saving favorite places to a private list, exclusive member perks like discounts and freebies at partner locations, and The HUNTR Coffee Card for specialty coffee loyalty rewards.

### What subscription plans are available for The HUNTR: City Guide?

Subscription plans include HUNTR Founding Monthly Member ($7.99/P1M), Biannual HUNTR Member ($79.99/P6M with a 3-day free trial), HUNTR Founding Yearly Member ($89.99/P1Y), and Yearly HUNTR Member ($129.99/P1Y with a 3-day free trial).

### Does The HUNTR: City Guide have ads?

No, The HUNTR: City Guide does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and offers an optional premium subscription.

### What devices does The HUNTR: City Guide support?

The HUNTR: City Guide is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is The HUNTR: City Guide updated?

The latest version of The HUNTR: City Guide is 2.0.26, last updated on February 19, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and maintenance.

### What is the user rating for The HUNTR: City Guide?

The HUNTR: City Guide has a user rating of 3.7 stars based on 3 ratings. This suggests a mixed but generally positive reception from its current user base.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.27 — 2026-08-18

Our biggest makeover yet — an upgrade in every sense.

– A new and improved map: faster, cleaner and easier to explore
– The app now opens on the Directory, putting you straight where it matters: the newest places
first, and new ways to find exactly the right one for you
– The all-new Latest tab: full-screen discovery. Flick through the newest places, guides and
features as they're published — it's hard to put down
– And everywhere else: sleeker, faster, more beautiful

Next up: new and improved member benefits and experiences. Watch this space.

Minor bug fixes too.

### 2.0.26 — 2026-02-19

Aesthetic tweaks and minor bug fixes. Ramadan Kareem.

### 2.0.25 — 2026-02-13

Minor bug fix. Aesthetic guide improvement just in time for our Ramadan Guides. Ramadan Kareem.

### 2.0.24 — 2026-02-06

Bug fix with hyperlinks

### 2.0.23 — 2026-02-03

Small bug fix on new GoogleMap opening times integration.

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## More apps by Holly Williams Lloyd

- [The HUNTR: Partner Portal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-huntr-partner-portal/id1661467270)

All apps by Holly Williams Lloyd: https://appshunter.io/developer/1640522253

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-24.*