Luxury Dubai Holidays
With sea and skyscrapers that glint amid the desert, Dubai is all about striking sophistication. From pristine white sand beaches to luxury malls, rolling sand dunes to traditional souks, luxury resorts to an eclectic blend of land and water sports – you will be wowed by Dubai.
Your welcome to Dubai will be a memorable one. From the sky, human-engineered islands glimmer of perfection, while radiant skyscrapers appear from the desert. Although the allure of Dubai is the ultra-modern vision and the pull of the high-luxury resorts, you’ll also find out there is another side to Dubai. The area around the Dubai Creek was once a quiet coastal settlement, a hub of life for traditional sailing shows, and a place where traders from across the Middle East would descend on to haggle and trade in the souks. To this day, you can experience the traditions from this culturally-steeped part of the world.
Wherever you stay in Dubai, you’ll doubtless end up in a hotel or resort that has been designed to impress. Some of these are on the Jumeirah Palm, the world’s largest human-created island off the coast of Jumeirah Beach, and each resort in this one-of-a-kind location offers beachside living and a riot of luxurious trimmings. Elsewhere in Dubai, there are resorts with Michelin star chefs, hotels with far-reaching views of the Arabian Gulf, and boutique retreats with vast and sumptuous spas.
While the resorts will bring you plenty of ways to while away the hours, there is plenty more to see and do in Dubai too. Cuisine is a treat here, with glossy fine dining establishments and low key eateries by the sea serving an array of international flavours and Arabic specialities. Shopping is all tax free too – and most people are tempted to spend at least a little bit of time in the malls and souks! For a little more action, a huge host of water sports, deep sea fishing and diving are available to do out on the water. On land, spend a little time horse riding, cycling, indoor skiing, rock climbing or traversing the sand dunes on a desert safari. You may also be surprised to discover that Dubai has a flourishing creative scene, which incorporates the world class Dubai Opera, live music venues and an array of art galleries.
When to visit
Dubai enjoys an incredible year-round climate of sunshine and minimal rain, meaning you can enjoy a warm escape any month of the year. The warm and pleasant winters are especially popular, with average temperatures of 25 degrees Celsius.
Dubai Hotels
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Al Qasr Madinat Jumeirah
5 Star
This stunning hotel is a tribute to the traditional architectural styles of old Arabia built to resemble a Sheikh’s grand summer residence.
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Atlantis The Royal
5 Star
This landmark hotel – opening February 2023 – has been crafted by the world’s leading designers, architects and artists.
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Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah
5 Star
In a splendid beachfront setting overlooking the Arabian Sea on the east crescent of Dubai’s iconic island Palm Jumeirah, Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah offers contemporary luxury, first class service and exotic Oriental charm.
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JA Ocean View
4 Star
JA Ocean View offers the best of both worlds, it’s a beachside retreat with access to Dubai’s busiest promenade, The Walk. Guest rooms and suites make the most of their glorious location offering superb views over the Arabian Gulf. Décor is contemporary with beach motifs.
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One&Only Royal Mirage - The Palace
5 Star
Set on a kilometre of private beachfront overlooking The Palm island amidst 65 acres of landscaped gardens, water fountains and meandering pathways, One&Only Royal Mirage is a superbly stylish hotel complex.
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One&Only Royal Mirage - Residence & Spa
5 Star
In an exclusive part of the One&Only Royal Mirage resort the exceptional Residence & Spa offers a more private and intimate sanctuary with its own reception, dining room and library exclusive to guests staying in one of the Arabian styled private residences.
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Jumeirah Mina A'Salam
5 Star
The luxurious boutique Jumeirah Mina A’Salam translates to ‘Harbour of Peace’ and is set at the entrance to the Madinat Jumeirah resort complex.
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One&Only Royal Mirage - Arabian Court
5 Star
At the heart of the resort is Arabian Court with three restaurants and sea facing accommodation designed in charismatic oriental style.
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Atlantis The Palm
5 Star
Located at the tip of the crescent of the world’s largest man-made island, The Palm, and paying tribute to the Lost City of Atlantis.
Jumeirah Beach Hotel
5 Star
In a prime location right on Jumeirah Beach and with a fantastically striking wave-like design, the family friendly resort Jumeirah Beach Hotel is one of Dubai’s recognisable landmarks.
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Ritz-Carlton, Dubai
5 Star
A beautifully elegant and understated hotel, the Ritz Carlton Dubai is a welcome and attractive addition to Dubai’s blossoming Marina district and the opulent Jumeirah Beach Residence. Consisting of two wings, guests enjoy access to a private stretch of beach.
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Anantara The Palm
5 Star
In a tranquil setting on the iconic and globally recognised Palm Jumeirah, Anantara The Palm enjoys hundreds of metres of private shoreline and incredible views of the Arabian Gulf.
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Jumeirah Al Naseem
5 Star
Jumeirah Al Naseem hotel forms part of the exclusive Madinat Jumeirah Resort, the largest in the Emirate, composed of restaurants, spa, souk and palm-lined canals. The hotel enjoys an enviable location on the cities longest soft-sand beach.