Dubai Insider

“SOAK UP THE RAYS WHILE RELAXING IN A BUBBLING
JACUZZI ON THE BURJ AL ARAB TERRACE”
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Wyndham Dubai Marina;
Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers,
Dubai Opposite: Burj Al
Arab Jumeirah
in the middle of all the action, with
its ever-popular roster of world-class
restaurants, including Rhodes W1 and
Toro Toro drawing the city’s social set.
Meanwhile, Wyndham Dubai
Marina is a style-conscious hotel with
a coveted location just a stroll away
from the beach, with glittering views
of the buzzing marina. There’s a raft
of shops and eateries on the doorstep,
but if you don’t want to venture far,
the hotel boasts its own great mix
of restaurants, along with a lively
rooftop bar and an impressive spa.
Just across Sheikh Zayed Road,
Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
brings a touch of luxury to the
neighbourhood with its sleek and bold
design that fuses Indian and Middle
Eastern touches through an eclectic
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mixture of art. Add sweeping views of
Emirates Golf Club, the marina and
the sea, as well as delicious pan-Indian
cuisine courtesy of Shamiana (from
Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai), and you’ve
got a fitting place to rest your head.
Back on the beach, heading north
along the coast, One&Only Royal
Mirage cuts a handsome figure
amid 65 acres of lavishly landscaped
gardens. The opulent resort comprises
three main hotels: the magical Arabian
Court, the Moorish-style The Palace,
and the intimate Residence & Spa.
Plus, there’s a lone Beach Garden
Villa for ultimate seclusion. Indulge
in a traditional Arabian spa ritual in
the oriental hammam and feed your
appetite at the resort’s top dining
spots Celebrities, The Beach Bar
& Grill and Esplanade, which are
overseen by Chef Mauro Colagreco (of
three-Michelin-star Mirazur fame).
The epitome of seaside suite spots,
however, is none other than Burj Al
Arab Jumeirah. Designed in the shape
of a billowing sail (a nod to the nation’s
long-standing heritage), it raises the
bar when it comes to Arabian style
luxury. Once you have been discreetly
checked into your decadent split-level
suite, you can set about enjoying all
the experiences this hospitality icon
has to offer, from chartering your
own private yacht to soaking up the
rays while relaxing in a bubbling
Jacuzzi on the Burj Al Arab Terrace.
Further along the coastline lies
another enduring favourite, Jumeirah
Beach Hotel. The shimmering
beachside, wave-shaped resort is just
as perfect for families (the fun-packed
Wild Wadi Waterpark is just a few
steps away) as it is for sun worshippers.
Go and discover its coveted spot
along the beach, numerous swimming
pools and crowd-pleasing dining
options that range from fresh flavours
at Fika by Chef Izu Ani to pan-
Asian delights at Beachcombers.
Just next door, Jumeirah Al Naseem
delivers laid-back luxury with a décor
inspired by Dubai’s pearl diving history.
Families also gravitate here to see the
turtle lagoon, where sick and injured
sea turtles are nursed back to health.
With a prime location that places you
just steps away from the seafront and
a short drive from Downtown Dubai,
Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai
has outdone itself with its first foray
into the UAE. Offering a contemporary
classic feel and flurry of sea-facing
rooms, you can treat yourself to some
fine dining (including contemporary
Portuguese at Tasca by José Avillez),
and pampering at the spa – we
rate the Nomadic Sensory Journey,
which features Emirati drumming
as part of the healing process.
Zip further along the coast to Pearl
Jumeira and you’ll find another H2O-