This dynamic travel destination — with year-round sunshine and record-breaking attractions — also has the most extravagant and inventive luxury hotels. Some are located on private islands, some amid the city’s skyscrapers, and some on the edge of the desert. There is even one with a full-sized sea aquarium. With so many incredible options, deciding where to stay in this city can’t be easy — but our list of the top luxury Dubai hotels should be a good start. Enjoy!
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“[Burj Al Arab is] home to cutting-edge engineering — from the unique man-made beach and infinity pool terrace, to one of the tallest grand atrium at 180 metres high.” — jumeirah.com
Designed to project extreme wealth, Burj Al Arab is the world’s only “7-star” hotel — which is self-proclaimed, but if nothing else, this boast symbolizes Dubai’s confidence. So what’s behind it? Its stunning architecture, for starters. The purpose-built structure resembles a wind-filled sail. It’s an icon of the city, a brilliant marvel anchored to the emirate’s coast. Inside, guests enter through a giant lobby spanning dozens of floors and supported by golden columns. The lobby leads to several exclusive restaurants and luxury boutiques.
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Burj Al Arab offers suite-only accommodation, and all suites are duplexes of two floors with a marble staircase. Gold finishes, mosaic floors, and opulent furniture and fabrics match copious amounts of marble. The suites have a spa bathroom, stocked up with full-size Hermes cosmetics, with Jacuzzi. Personal butlers are on hand, and a chauffeur-driven Rolls Royce Phantom is also available. The hotel has a helipad on the 59th floor and a stunning outdoor deck area suspended in the air with two pools, a dining venue, and the Sky View Bar.
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Website: Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts
The fascinating, artificial island of Palm Jumeira is dotted with five-star luxury hotels, including the enormous Atlantis. In contrast, One&Only The Palm is boutique-size. Guest rooms and suites are housed in a residential tri-level manor house, six low-rise mansions surrounded by verdant gardens, and a few private beach villas. Five-star facilities include a stunning 850 square-meter swimming pool, an outstanding One&Only Spa and beauty salon, and a state-of-the-art fitness center with a tennis court. Dining at One&Only The Palm is excellent, with three great restaurants. The resort blends Moorish and Andalusian architecture with contemporary, neat interiors.
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Website: One&Only The Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © One&Only Resorts
Bulgari, Italy’s luxury jewelry brand has a small portfolio of exclusive resorts worldwide (we had a great time at one in Bali). Their outpost in Dubai is an exclusive urban resort sanctuary off Jumeirah Beach, on its own artificial island shaped like a seahorse. This low-rise resort is spread over a large area with lush landscaped gardens and luxury amenities designed to serve guests checked into 100 rooms and suites (plus 20 residential pool villas). The facilities include a smart marina with adjacent restaurants, a luxe spa with a hammam and indoor pools (one inlaid with gold mosaic tiles), and Bulgari Yacht Club, the first for the brand. True to the Bulgari style, the resort blends understated Italian minimalism with elevated extravagance.
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Website: Bulgari Resort Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photo © Bulgari Hotels & Resorts
Mandarin Oriental Jumeira is the debut in the United Arab Emirates for the Asia-based Mandarin Oriental group. It is a 256-room beachfront resort designed around relaxation and sensual experiences and is set up with a full range of excellent facilities. These include a spa, a kids’ club, and seven dining venues. Among them is a restaurant with a dedicated dock for patrons arriving by private yachts. The lobby makes a great first impression, with firefly-like lights on trees and a snow-white marble floor. The Mandarin Oriental Jumeira guests enjoy spacious suites and great city and sea views.
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Website: Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Mandarin Oriental
Standing in the long shadow of the Hajar Mountains, within a private nature reserve, Al Maha is nestled in an oasis of tall palm trees and lush gardens, contrasting the surrounding desert landscapes. The resort blends contemporary luxury with an authentic Arabian heritage — and promises an experience of luxury glamping. Inspired by a traditional Bedouin encampment, the forty-two villas of Al Maha are tented, with Arabian antiques and handcrafted furniture inside, and spacious bathrooms with Bulgari amenities. The villas have temperature-controlled swimming pools and sun decks that overlook soft, rolling dunes and the wilderness of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. The “romance of the desert” is the central theme of the resort experience. Fine food and wine, the spa, and the friendly personal service make it a place to escape — activities make Al Maha an adventure destination (the attractions include falconry lessons, wildlife safaris, horseback riding, archery, and more).
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Website: Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Marriott
In creating his Dubai hotel experience, the celebrated Italian fashion creator Giorgio Armani stayed true to his hallmark ‘relaxed but luxurious’ and ‘ready-to-wear but elegant’ approach to design.
Armani Hotel Dubai cuts through the first thirty-nine floors of the famous Burj Khalifa Tower, the world’s tallest skyscraper. It’s the first hotel venture from this famous fashion brand — and Giorgio Armani designed it personally. The creator expressed his style in his Dubai hotel through laser-sharp elegance in the interiors and sophisticated comforts of the guest rooms and suites. The suave, understated design matches an exclusive atmosphere of barely-restrained extravagance. There are eleven categories and sizes across the 160 guest rooms (the brand also offers residences on several floors). Award-winning dining (in seven dining venues), luxurious spa facilities, and an outdoor pool that wraps around one of Burj Khalifa’s corners offer opportunities for indulgence. As does the Armani Privé club, the uber-cool lounge that draws international artists and DJs.
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Website: Armani Hotel Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Armani Hotel
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Four Seasons Resort Dubai At Jumeirah Beach offers a glamorous beach resort experience that captures Dubai’s energy. The hotel’s Jumeirah beachfront location ensures breathtaking sea views on one side and the Dubai skyline with Burj Khalifa on the other. Surrounded by green gardens, the place feels like a tranquil oasis surrounded by urban sprawl, but plenty of attractions and facilities make it a hub of activity. There are three pools and several shopping boutiques and dining venues. Water sports are available, and the open-air Mercury Lounge invites guests for drinks to the views of Burj Khalifa at sunset. This Four Seasons resort has 237 rooms (including 49 suites), designed to exude understated luxury and sophisticated elegance and executed with the typical Four Seasons confidence and attention to detail.
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Website: Four Seasons Resort Dubai At Jumeirah Beach, Dubai, UE. Photo © Four Seasons Hotels
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Madinat Jumeirah is a whole destination in Dubai, spread over a large beachfront area, interspersed by waterways on which traditional abra water boats ferry guests. The complex is designed to resemble a traditional Arabian town, comprising four five-star hotels, more than fifty bars, restaurants, and over two kilometers of private beach.
One of the most exclusive resorts here is Dar Al Masyaf. It’s a collection of tradition-inspired Arab houses surrounded by canals. 283 guest rooms are spread around in twenty-nine houses, each designed with an authentic wind tower to aid cooling and feature a swimming pool and intimate courtyard with water features. The mythos of Arabian Nights underscores the design and atmosphere of each house, with opulent interiors mixed with modern luxuries and amenities. Butler service comes as standard.
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Website: Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE. Photo © Jumeirah Hotels
The One&Only Royal Mirage is one of Dubai’s most romantic getaways, and its elegant pool, stately buildings, and palm tree gardens make it a true oasis. The guest rooms are decorated with cream carpets and gold accents, and the hotel offers a hammam and Moroccan restaurant. The beach is only a stroll away, and a water taxi can take you to the other One&Only property. Gold Club guests can access a lounge with breakfast, dinner, snacks, cocktails, and afternoon tea. The guest accommodation at the One&Only Royal Mirage is always filled with fragrances and fresh flowers.
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Website: One&Only Royal Mirage Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach. Photo © One&Only
St. Regis is a world-class hospitality brand, and Dubai is a fitting destination for its signature style, refined service, and sophisticated luxury. The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm has 289 guestrooms and suites spread over the first eighteen floors of Palm Tower, with the upper floors devoted to 504 luxury apartments. The style is reminiscent of New York luxury, with sophisticated materials, fabrics, and golden accents. The hotel has two swimming pools. One of them, AURA Skypool, is touted as one of the world’s highest-positioned infinity pools — 200 meters above ground, offering stupendous views of Dubai. And forty meters higher, there is also The View at The Palm, a stunning lounge with an outdoor terrace.
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Website: The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Marriott International
This is the second Four Seasons hotel in Dubai (after Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach), but it isn’t another beach resort. The Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre is a city hotel focused on business travelers. It has a luxurious, five-star offering with a range of high-end amenities for business travelers. The hotel features a rooftop pool with a bar and garden, offering views of the Dubai cityscape, of which Burj Khalifa is the star attraction.
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Website: Four Seasons Hotel Dubai DIFC, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Four Seasons Hotels
The Dubai EDITION is situated in the downtown part of Dubai, opposite the Dubai Mall, an eight-minute walk from The Dubai Fountain. The hotel celebrates public spaces, starting with the theatrical, extra-high lobby with a spiral staircase and spectacular chandelier, while the 275 rooms and suites are comfortable and inviting. The Dubai EDITION features several food and beverage venues, including the excellent Italian Duomo, excellent health and fitness facilities (make sure to visit the spa), and a swimming pool. The EDITION also offers extensive event spaces with a ballroom.
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Website: The Dubai EDITION, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Marriott International
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Jumeirah Al Qasr is an exclusive, romantic hotel in Madinat Jumeirah, whose palatial splendor is inspired by the myths of Arabian Nights — especially in the picturesque, palm-lined walkway and an ornate, marble-columned lobby. Elsewhere, the interiors of this 294-room hotel mix modernity and traditional Arabian palace architecture with antique furnishings and carved latticework. As part of Madinat Jumeirah, guests have access to many facilities and activities, including a re-creation of an ancient market and a private beach. The resort also offers watersports, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and complimentary Wild Wadi Water Park access. The hotel’s Arabian and Ocean Suites come with complimentary club lounge benefits.
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Website: Jumeirah Al Qasr, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photo © Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts
The ME by Meliá Dubai is the only hotel designed inside and out by the late architect Zaha Hadid. The striking cube-shaped building in Dubai is a true masterpiece with its futuristic, space-themed design concept, created around the notion of ‘interconnectedness.’ The hotel offers 93 rooms, including a suite with a jacuzzi and 15 dining and drinking venues. The interiors, designed by Hadid, feature a keen focus on art and curated exhibitions, making the hotel a popular destination for sophisticated creatives. The combination of boundary-breaking design, art, and cuisine make the ME by Meliá Dubai a must-see destination for anyone visiting Dubai.
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Website: ME Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Melia
Address Sky View Hotel in Downtown Dubai promises luxury at its finest, both in facilities and excellent service. The hotel has 169 rooms and suites, a fitness center, a spa, and multiple dining options — and don’t miss CÉ LA VI, the swanky sky bar on the 54th floor, for stunning views and delicious cocktails. The hotel’s rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and elegant European design, ensuring guests can fully appreciate the stunning views from every angle. The hotel’s twin towers feature a sky bridge with an infinity pool that offers stunning views of Burj Khalifa and the Dubai skyline.
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Website: Address Sky View, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Photos (including the leading shot at the top of the article) © Address Hotels+Resorts
Dubai’s Jumeirah seafront boasts a string of luxury resorts, such as the palatial Jumeirah Al Qasr, the calm Jumeirah Mina A’Salam, or the discrete, sophisticated Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf.
The Jumeirah Al Naseem brings a contemporary twist on the Arabian opulence theme. The 430 rooms and suites offer floor-to-ceiling windows, private outdoor terraces, and walk-in rain showers. Many rooms offer views of the iconic Burj Al-Arab. The Royal Suite is the largest and most luxurious accommodation, with two bedrooms, a movie room, a gym, and private landscaped gardens. The hotel has landscaped gardens, three large swimming pools, and private beach access.
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Website: Jumeirah Al Naseem at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE. Photo © Jumeirah International
Atlantis, The Palm Hotel is the perfect choice for families visiting Dubai. Situated on The Palm Island, this massive resort offers next-level amenities, with the standout Aquaventure Waterpark offering opportunities to discover an underwater world and meet marine mammals. The underwater suites offer breathtaking views of marine life amid the “ancient” ruins of the mythical city of Atlantis. The hotel facilities include luxury shopping and numerous restaurants, and a bustling lobby welcomes guests with a stunning Dale Chihuly glass centerpiece. With its impressive amenities and attention to detail, Atlantis, The Palm Hotel goes above and beyond expectations.
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Website: Atlantis, The Palm, The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Atlantis
Located on the Dubai Water Canal — a short walk from the world’s largest shopping mall — The St. Regis Downtown offers luxury accommodations with a view of the canal or Burj Khalifa. The hotel’s classic aesthetic complements deep Middle Eastern influences. Guests can enjoy the signature St. Regis Butler Service and a range of dining options. The hotel also has the first St. Regis Spa in the Middle East, offering unique treatments such as the “24-carat gold facial.”
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Website: The St Regis Downtown, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Marriott International
The bold spirit of W is a perfect fit for Dubai, and the brand’s legendary Whatever/Whenever® service philosophy is at home in this luxury-centric city. The hotel offers a unique brand of modern luxury focused on immersive art, visionary dining concepts, social happenings, and thoughtfully curated music. W Dubai – Mina Seyahi features 318 rooms, including 27 suites with private balconies and unobstructed views of the Arabian Gulf. The hotel also offers a range of dining options, bars and lounges, a luxury spa, and health facilities. Situated on the celebrated Jumeirah Beach seafront, the 31-story W Dubai adds striking glass architecture to Dubai’s iconic landmarks.
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Website: W Dubai – Mina Seyahi, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Marriott International
The 25hours Hotel One Central Hotel is a hub for creatives, digital nomads, and those in the know. It features co-working spaces, a lobby filled with books, a podcast recording room, a pottery studio, and desks with typewriters and paints. Guests can lounge on beds and bean bags around the rooftop pool, swim to the edge for views of the Museum of the Future and enjoy massages and hair styling at the on-site spa. The hotel also features five restaurants and bars, including an Indian restaurant and a Bavarian bar serving pork. The hotel has 434 modern and playful rooms and suites with interiors that pay homage to Dubai’s rise from the desert.
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Website: 25hours Hotel One Central, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Accor
Atlantis The Royal Dubai astonishes with its sheer size and ambition. This uber-luxury hotel offers 795 rooms and suites in a 43-floor, six-tower structure. Atlantis The Royal has a dizzying number of amenities, facilities, and attractions, including as many as 17 restaurants, including one from Nobu Matsuhisa. A private beach and the spectacular Skyblaze Fountain are the highlights. The architectural firm Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (known for Hudson Yards in NYC) is responsible for this astonishing project in Dubai.
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Website: Atlantis The Royal, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Atlantis
The Park Hyatt Dubai is a luxury resort located on the banks of Dubai Creek in the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club. It offers 223 rooms, including 34 suites, with Dubai Creek and Marina views. The hotel is known for its dining venues serving Western, Thai, and French cuisine. The hotel also offers many activities, such as seaplane tours or access to a championship golf course, while the Amara Spa offers opportunities to relax and rejuvenate. The property aesthetic blends East and West in its architecture and interiors.
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Website: Park Hyatt Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Hyatt Corporation
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The Waldorf Astoria DIFC combines the sophistication of 1960s New York with the vibrant energy of the French Riviera, especially around its rooftop pool. The pool is surrounded by swinging chairs and sun loungers and guarantees stunning city skyline views. Each of the 275 rooms and suites is spacious and comfortable, with interiors offering a modern take on a mid-century Manhattan apartment. Inspired by the hit TV series Mad Men, the lobby features a mix of marble, ebony, brass, and bronze. Perfect for business travelers who want to relax, the hotel offers flotation therapy, spa treatments, and delicious meals at the Bull & Bear Steakhouse. The hotel occupies the 18th to 55th floors of the Burj Daman building, celebrated for its stunning architecture.
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Website: Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Hilton
Raffles The Palm is located on Palm Jumeirah island and is a luxurious 5-star hotel synonymous with grandeur and opulence. From the lavish lobby to the spacious rooms and suites, the interiors are steeped in an atmosphere of elegance, with ornate decor and handcrafted Italian touches. The exceptional leisure facilities include outdoor and indoor pools, a private beach area, and an extensive spa (one of the largest wellness centers in Dubai, the Cinq Mondes Spa). Raffles The Palm also offers three upscale restaurants specializing in different cuisine.
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Website: Raffles The Palm Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Raffles
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This Address Downtown Dubai hotel stands out with its sophisticated architecture and an unbeatable location in front of Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Fountain. The rooms and facilities, spread over 63 floors, offer a tasteful, understated ambiance — complemented by breathtaking views. The top accommodation options are the luxurious Tower Suite and Signature Spa Suite Fountain View. The Zeta restaurant offers one of the finest locations in the city. It sprawls over a spacious area by the hotel pool, providing a front-row seat to the nightly Fountain show. The hotel has several other food and beverage options, including a stylish Japanese establishment. For those seeking indulgence, The Spa offers a range of treatments, a hammam, steam rooms, and relaxation areas.
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Website: The Address Downtown, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Address Hotels+Resorts
Shangri-La Hotel is a wonderful base to discover Dubai’s dynamic energy. Located on Sheikh Zayed Road, a short distance from Dubai Mall and City Walk, this luxurious hotel offers stunning views of the city’s skyline and the Arabian Sea (not least from its swimming pool). Guests can choose from 302 spacious rooms and suites and 126 apartments. There are seven bars and restaurants here, with Asian-inspired dining options. The hotel’s contemporary rooms and suites feature unique curvatures and local artworks, and the marble-clad bathrooms offer a bath and separate shower. Horizon Club and Presidential Suite guests have exclusive access to the best views from Level 42.
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Website: Shangri-La Hotel Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Shangri-La
Discover Palazzo Versace Dubai, an Italian palace embracing the splendor of Arabia. Located in the heart of the Culture Village, a few-minute walk from Downtown Dubai, the hotel offers 215 rooms and suites, some with Roman-inspired tile mosaics and marble floors. Guests staying at the Palazzo benefit from fine dining in 8 restaurants with al-fresco terraces, 3 spectacular pools, and complimentary Nikki Beach Resort & Spa access. Versace fabrics, stunning art pieces, and custom-made Italian furniture ensure elegance and the highest European interior design standards.
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Website: Palazzo Versace Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Palazzo Versace Dubai
The SLS is a party hotspot unapologetically boasting twin infinity pools and the Privilege bar and nightclub. However, the guestrooms are elegantly decorated in calming pinks and rose gold, quite appropriately for the “morning after.” With stunning views of the Burj Khalifa, the downtown-facing rooms and suites are particularly breathtaking, as is the terrace of the female-led Italian restaurant Fi’lia. For a truly exceptional evening, 12 Chairs restaurant (seating 12 guests only) promises an extravagant, exclusive dining experience.
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Website: SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Accor
The tranquility of the desert defines the experience of the Bab Al Shams, a low-slung resort modeled after an Arabian fort. The fort-like oasis boasts 113 rooms blending seamlessly with the desert sands through sand-hued stone floors, furniture, and red Persian rugs. Guests staying here enjoy quiet gardens and multiple pools. The emphasis is on experiencing the desert, though, and the highlights include dining under the stars or partaking in activities like camel riding, cycling, horseback riding, archery, or sunset yoga. The resort is marketed toward families with kids but is equally popular with couples celebrating honeymoons and anniversaries.
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Website: Bab Al Shams Desert Resort – Dubai, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Bab Al Shams
In recent years, the World Islands archipelago has been one of Dubai’s most talked-about projects. A new gem in this unique project is the Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort, located on the “South America” island, some four kilometers off the coast of Dubai. This Maldives-style luxurious beach resort offers seventy suites and villas, with many offering private pools, in-room spa treatments, and direct access to the sea. Guests can enjoy access to a full range of resort facilities, with excellent restaurants, including Mediterranean and Arabic-Indian specialty dining, with romantic barbecues on the beach.
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Website: Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Anantara Hotels
Address Boulevard’s understated European elegance and attention to detail put it firmly among the top Dubai hotels. The Art Deco-inspired interiors feature more than 250 purpose-commissioned works of art. The 196 rooms (including 36 suites) are stylishly decorated in white, grey, and taupe tones and feature large balconies, marble bathrooms with a deep tub, and separate rain shower. The in-room comforts are powered by the latest technology (the iGenie system controls everything from lights to television). The three swimming pools also benefit from the breathtaking Burj Khalifa views.
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Website: Address Boulevard, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Address Hotels+Resorts
This high-rise beach hotel on Palm Jumeirah occupies two towers connected with a mezzanine lounge and a pool deck on the 14th floor. One tower holds 217 guest rooms and suites; the other contains 116 plush residences — but all have Instagram-worthy design features. The hotel’s bold look showcases regional influences, such as multi-colored Arabian calligraphy depicting local wildlife or unique metal sculptures inspired by face masks worn by Muslim women. The hotel benefits from a private beach area, two swimming pools, a spa, and a 24-hour gym.
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Website: Andaz by Hyatt – Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Hyatt Corporation
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa at The Palm stands on Palm Jumeirah island, surrounded by the Arabian Sea and facing the Dubai skyline. The resort offers 325 elegant rooms and suites (many boast views of the iconic Burj Khalifa). Jiva Spa promises a holistic wellness experience, with treatments inspired by traditional Indian healing techniques. The resort offers a range of delicious culinary experiences — from coastal delicacies at beachside bistro The Coast to fine Indian dining at Varq. The resort’s multiple meeting rooms and two large ballrooms make it well-suited for events. There are also facilities for children, such as Popsicle Kids Club, featuring a dedicated shallow-water pool.
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Website: Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, Dubai, UAE. Photos © IHCL
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Anantara The Palm Dubai is a luxurious, exotic destination resort designed to blend Southern Asian and South Pacific influences. Pagoda roofs and Thai-inspired decor create a unique atmosphere. The resort offers a range of accommodations, including lagoon-access rooms, beachfront villas, and overwater villas (a first for the UAE). Guests can enjoy the resort’s private beach, multiple pools, and various dining options. There are seven restaurants, including Mediterranean at The Beach House and Asian delicacies at the Mekong. The resort also offers a spa and recreational activities such as beachfront yoga.
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Website: Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, Dubai, UAE. Photos © Anantara Hotels
The bold and beautiful resorts from the W group are particularly attractive to the creative and fashionable crowds, and W Dubai The Palm is no different. It’s a large, engaging resort that draws young clientele in particular — both local and international. Foodies come for the cuisine that includes Akira Back and Torno Subito, each always very popular. The atmosphere buzzes with a constant party vibe — and the W is a party destination. Even the rooms are equipped with a boombox and a cocktail kit. The hotel is Instagram enthusiasts’ delight, too, around the resort or in the guest accommodation.
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Website: W Dubai – The Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photos © Marriott International
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Dubai, as a destination, has so much to offer. The number of great Dubai hotels here can be dizzying, so we wanted to constrain the main list to the absolute best. Still, the runners-up list of luxury Dubai hotels — below — merits at least a mention. Whichever you choose, we wish you a fantastic stay!
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Author: Travel+Style. Last updated: 08/05/2023
