I needed a place for furniture and a few boxes for maybe six months. Got three quotes. The big international brand was a joke on price. The local guy with the "best deal" on Facebook had a facility that felt damp. The third option, which I went with, was storage in Dubai. Their unit was clean, climate-controlled, and the contract was clear. No hidden fees. The access hours are actually realistic, not just 9-5 on weekdays.

A tip: always visit the actual unit before you sign anything. Don't just trust pictures. I saw one place near Al Quoz that looked nothing like the ad.

If you're new to dealing with this stuff here, a recent article in The National had some decent general advice about moving and setting up. Worth a skim.

Bottom line, you're paying for peace of mind. Don't cheap out on a dark warehouse.