Dubai has become a fiercely competitive city when it comes to becoming one of the best hotels in the world.
Luxury hotels are known as the spiritual home of Dubai. The battle to become one of the best hotels in Dubai has been fiercely competitive. This arms race has led to the Arab state being home to a multitude of other-worldly resorts. This list of the best hotels in Dubai contains some of the world’s best and most expensive hotels
One&Only The Palm
Only 90 guest rooms and suites, as well as four luxurious beachfront villas, make up One&Only The Palm. This private island getaway offers spectacular views of the city skyline and feels like an expansive space. A private marina makes the island getaway accessible by private boat or swift water taxi to explore Dubai’s extensive collection of shopping and leisure attractions.
Guests can stroll along the private beach, relax on oversized daybeds by the swimming pool, enjoy the air-conditioned poolside Cabana Suites with indoor and outdoor lounge areas, LCD screens, wet bar, en-suite bathroom and shower, or relax in the adjacent All-Suite One&Only Spa.
You can enjoy light meals and refreshments in the Dining Lounge or your own suite as well as afternoon tea in its three destination restaurants. In addition to the world-class dining options at the hotel, guests can also transfer by water taxi to the resort’s sister property One&Only Royal Mirage to dine at any of its eight restaurants or by private limousine to Atlantis, The Palm for alternative exciting dining venues.
Top Suite: Grand Palm Suite
It is located in the middle of the resort, and the Grand Palm Suite occupies the top floor. From the suite’s outdoor terrace, with majlis-style seating and private sun deck, you can enjoy the views of Jumeirah Beach and the Dubai skyline. Featuring Moorish archways, carved wooden features, and glistening lanterns, the suite’s one-bedroom, 2,691 square feet is the epitome of Arabian opulence. Every hour of the day, a private host is available to assist you.
Burj Al Arab
Inconceivablely grand design and top-notch amenities make the Burj Al Arab a world-famous hotel. An absolute riot of color, pattern, and overt lavishness, the hotel’s decor is not for minimalists. An artificial island jutting 1,000 feet into the Arabian Gulf, it was designed to represent the shape of a billowing Arabian sail. Often voted as the most luxurious hotel in the world, it has a helipad, Rolls-Royce transfers, a private beach, five pools, nine restaurants and bars, and over 200 gorgeous duplex suites. In addition, there’s the highest staff-to-suite ratio (8:1), so all your needs are met.
Top Suite: Royal Two-Bedroom Suite
The Royal Two-Bedroom Suite is an over-the-top sensory delight with an opulent color scheme of sunset shades accented with gold leaf and intricate prints. An expansive view of the Arabian Gulf contrasts with the decadent interiors and is complemented by a tranquil interior. A butler will serve you cocktails in the majlis (sitting room) of the two-story, 8,400-square-foot suite. The butlers are available 24 hours a day, every day.
Al Maha Desert Resort
The Al Maha hotel, located along the Dubai-Al Ain road, is located 40 miles from the hustle and bustle of Dubai. There are now a number of luxury desert getaways in Dubai, but Al Maha was the first.
The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve is home to 42 tented suites with private pools scattered across the golden dunes and palm groves. In addition to being one of the largest formally protected conservations in the Gulf, this reserve offers complete tranquillity and a chance to explore the area on foot or horseback.
Guests can end the day watching the sunset over the dunes while sipping luxury cocktails at the Terrace Bar before dining at Al Diwaan. As part of the hotel’s personalized service, a ratio of three staff to every guest ensures the ultimate in personalized service. Guests can also picnic on the dunes or dine privately in their suites.
Top Suite: Presidential Suite
With 6,200 square feet of meticulously designed luxury, this suite is the ultimate in desert sophistication. There are two fountains in the inner courtyard, which leads to the wooden deck and private pool overlooking miles of sand dunes. The majlis lounge has a majlis lounge with three bedrooms each with their own bathrooms.
Its luxury lies in its privacy, but it is also complemented by Al Maha’s impeccable service; everything from the temperature of your coffee and swimming pool to your personal itineraries can be customized before your arrival. Even the Presidential Suite has quarters for your personal staff. The Presidential Suite caters to every extravagance.
The Ritz-Carlton Dubai
The Ritz-Carlton Dubai has a Mediterranean vibe, being located right in the heart of the fashionable Dubai Marina and surrounded by gardens.
There are six swimming pools, eight restaurants and beautiful landscape gardens on the grounds of this hotel, which is not so much a hotel as a citadel. Guests can stay at the grounds for over a week and still not experience everything there is to offer. There are several restaurants at the hotel, the most lively being Caravan, where international buffets are served, including a famous London Social brunch. We included this Friday brunch in our list of the best eight brunches in Dubai.
You can burn off excess calories during your stay if you overindulge (and you will). Due to its proximity to two championship golf courses, the Emirates and Montgomery, as well as its tennis courts and fitness spa, the Ritz-Carlton Dubai is an ideal destination for those who like to stay active.
Top Suite: Ritz-Carlton Suite
In the living room, dining area, and two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, this suite is decorated with opulent Italian marble and mahogany accents. As the lounge flows into the dining room, which includes its own kitchen, this suite is ideal for entertaining. The marble bathrooms are incredibly luxurious, featuring a sauna, steam room, and Jacuzzi. In addition to offering stunning views of the Persian Gulf and surrounding gardens, the Ritz-Carlton Suite is located on the fifth floor of the hotel.
Bulgari Dubai
When it comes to luxury hotels in Dubai, it is challenging to make a name for themselves, but Bulgari is more than capable of doing so. Designed by Antonia Citterio Patricia Viel, the hotel was opened in 2017 on a seahorse-shaped island in Jumeirah Bay. Each aspect of the hotel is crafted to the same standards as a Bulgari jewelry piece, bringing an Italian style to the heart of the Middle East.
There are six gourmet restaurants on the hotel grounds, as well as manicured gardens, an outdoor swimming pool with a mosaic design, a spa with 18,300 square feet, a beauty salon with hairdressers and barbers, and Bulgari’s first marina and yacht club. There is no doubt that Il Ristorante by Niko Romito is one of the best restaurants in the city. Enjoy world-class Italian cuisine prepared with the freshest ingredients while looking out over the sparkling marina. There is a separate pool for kids as well as a kids club.
The Bulgari Villa
Additionally, the Bulgari Villa has its own beach, an oval pool, and an imposing garden in addition to being the resort’s largest accommodation. In spite of its immense size, the villa feels intimate and cozy with warm decor in earthy tones. Private security keeps your family safe.
Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah
A clear day from the Waldorf Astoria, guests can even see the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, all the way in Downtown Dubai.
Guests at the hotel enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the poolside Palm Avenue restaurant, while afternoon tea is served in Peacock Alley.
An unforgettable five-course tasting menu celebrating Italian cuisine is served at Social by Heinz Beck, a three-Michelin-starred restaurant.
Top Suite: Royal Penthouse Suite
A privateelevator takes you directly to the suite, which features double-height ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and rich wood furniture. The suite occupies the entire top floor of the hotel.
Youcan entertain 20 people in the lavish space’s spacious 3,702-square-foot living room, but if that’s not enough, the majlis can accommodate your needs. In addition to the living room, the terrace overlooks the Dubai skyline, including the iconic Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab.
In the master bedroom, you’ll find a 1,001-square-foot terrace and a bathroom with white Ita
With all the signatures of the world-famous Italian designer, the Armani Hotel is the world’s first hotel. The lobby is welcomed by towering bronze arches designed to complement the architecture of its iconic house: the Burj Kahlifa. Despite the fact that it is the tallest building in the world, its high ceilings maintain the right sense of scale. With 160 rooms, all in line with the typical Giorgio Armani style, the hotel is sophisticated and elegant.
As wonderful outlets in their own right, all three of the hotel’s restaurants (Armani Hashi, Armani Amal, and Armani Ristorante) are well known. In addition to serving fine-dining versions of classic Italian dishes, Ristorante is also considered one of the most popular restaurants in the entire city.
Top Suite: Armani Dubai Suite
Designed by Giorgio Armani, the Armani Dubai Suite is stylish, with a clean, subtle sophistication that is all his trademarks. With its bird’s-eye view of the bustling city below without the crowds, the suite sits on the 39th floor of the building. With its calming, neutral decor and glossy touches, like the polished wooden bathtub, this hotel is a refreshing palate cleanser to the outrageous design elsewhere in Dubai. A 4,200-square-foot sanctuary features two bedrooms, two living and dining rooms, a full-service bar, pantry, private gym, and study. All rooms blend seamlessly into each other, with no door handles and sleek sliding doors.
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
The Four Seasons Resort Dubai is the closest beachfront hotel to Downtown Dubai, and is ideally located for exploring the 1,200-store Dubai Mall. This property has traditional Four Seasons style while drawing inspiration from Arabian and Middle Eastern cultures.
It features a lobby that looks like the palace of an ancient Arabian sheik, which contrasts with the over-the-top style many of its competitors have embraced.
A family-friendly Suq restaurant serves a delicious Friday brunch, and one of the two pools is reserved for adults only. There are five restaurants at the hotel. Observing the spectacular Arbaian sunset while the Burj Khalifa towers in the background is the perfect place at the Mercury Lounge.
Top Suite: Royal Suite
On the fifth floor, the Royal Suite is accessed by its own elevator and is 6,458 square feet of opulence. With floor-to-ceiling mirrors giving the illusion of endless space, a dramatic living area has been designed to feel like a ballroom. A baby grand piano and Venetian chandeliers set the stage for a glamorous hosting space. White marble with gold accents adorn the master bathroom. There is an oversized bath for relaxing after a long day, as well as a treatment room, catering facilities, and a large balcony with sea views.
Dining at Atlantis The Palm.
With 1,500 rooms and 23 restaurants, Atlantis has become one of Dubai’s top hotels and a tourist destination in its own right.
With an underwater theme running throughout, you are never far from a splash of blue or a shell-patterned rug. The aquarium is one of the biggest in the world, with 65,000 inhabitants.
Although relaxation can be found in the SuiQi Spa, this isn’t a place for a peaceful stay since it has a bowling alley and a giant waterpark. There are numerous dining options in the expanse, including Hakkasan, Ossiano, Nobu and Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen.
Top Suite: Royal Bridge Suite
This 3,000-square-foot suite is one of the most sought-after in Dubai, located above the hotel’s iconic gap. Guests have included Kim Kardashian and Kanye West in the past.
In addition to a private elevator and guarded entrance, the villa has an expansive lounge, a 16-seat dining room and a private library. The balconies offer views out to sea or across the Palm.
Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai
The Mandarin Oriental sits along a prime stretch of beach close to Four Seasons Dubai and Bulgari Dubai. But on a street littered with luxury hotels, it stands out spectacularly.
There are two lines of bronze trees with leaf-shaped bulbs guiding guests through the lobby. You’re already in a world of wonder when you check in. The stretched outside lap pool (one of five swimming pools) is surrounded by bronze trees instead of real, towering palms.
The spa is easily on par with anyone else in the city while the fitness center offers beach-based fitness classes in the morning before the sun gets too strong. There is Michelin-level dining at Tasca by the prominent Portuguese chef José Avillez at the hotel, making you feel as if you were dining in one of Lisbon’s most beautiful restaurants. Delicious Japanese food can be found at Netsu, while delicious treats can be found at Mandarin Cake Shop.
Top Suite: Two Bedroom Suite with Terrace
There may be a lack of imagination in the hotel’s name, but the level of detail in its top suite suggests they have gone to great lengths to make it as comfortable as possible. From the private balcony and floor-to-ceiling windows, the suite boasts unrestricted sea views from its highest floor.
A downstairs dining area and large living space make it perfect for entertaining guests with its understated luxury and marble bath.
