Best Design Hotels in Palm Jumeirah

One & Only The Palm Resort is a jewel in Dubai. Located on the Palm Island, it’s the reflection of stylish and prestigious design. You can enjoy astonishing panoramic views from your suite or take a walk on the lush private beach on the Palm Jumeirah. The One & Only has elegant and spacious rooms, suites as well as villas which are perfect if you’re travelling with your friends or family. The Beach Villas offer customised service and direct access to the amazing private beach. If you’re a fan of healthy dining, make sure you book your table at the over-water Marina Restaurant, Bar & Lounge. Guests can also enjoy dishes offered by the One & Only Royal Mirage in its 7 restaurants. You’ll have to take a water taxi to get there, though.

The Lana – Dorchester Collection a new addition to the Dorchester Collection, officially opened its doors marking a significant milestone in luxury hospitality within the UAE. Designed by Foster + Partners with interiors by Gilles & Boissier, this waterfront property on Marasi Bay Marina offers panoramic views of Burj Khalifa. It features 225 rooms and suites, eight dining venues including collaborations with world-renowned chefs, and over 50 specially commissioned art pieces. Highlights include the UAE’s first Dior Spa and a unique design that emphasises space, light, and cultural influences. The hotel is situated near downtown Dubai, providing easy access to key attractions and exceptional transportation options, such as custom Rolls-Royces and a foiler boat.

Exuding French elegance and inspired by Polynesia, this hotel is found on the East Crescent of The Palm. Choose between a bedroom, a suite, an apartment or a villa, some with balconies. All accommodations feature onyx, stone and dark wood furnishings, with a colour palette evocative of the South Pacific’s landscapes, the brand’s signature MyBeds, Illy coffee machines, pillow menus and French bath products. This Sofitel has six outdoor swimming pools, a private beach with netted swim areas and its own seaside Laguna Bar, as well as nine more venues in which you can wine and dine.

Stay beside one of Dubai’s most recognisable landmarks — the Palm Jumeirah — close to malls and the downtown area. All bedrooms have full height windows and balconies to maximise the views, and the outdoor pool is found beside the resort’s private beach; the latter offering a range of watersports. Guests can make use of a fitness centre and the Saray Spa, while younger travellers are well-catered for at the kids club. Also onsite are 10 restaurants providing everything from Korean to Italian, Japanese and Mexican cuisine. Book an Executive Level suite for access to the M Club Lounge.

A glass-walled, crescent-shaped, cloud-high infinity pool (with an adjacent bar and shisha lounge) looks out across the beach to the city skyscrapers beyond. It epitomizes the luxe credentials of the new NH Collection hotel, Dubai The Palm. Rising 14-storeys, the property accommodates 227 bedrooms and suites and 306 serviced apartments, as well as three spa treatment rooms, a kids’ club catering to those aged four to 12, and multiple international dining options. NH Collection Dubai The Palm provides direct access to the West Beach and is situated in the South tower of the Seven Palm project.

This luxury beach hotel is located on the iconic Palm Jumeirah and offers guests a contemporary accommodation choice. The design is bold and playful, and so is the ambience. There are 349 guest rooms and suites which have been designed not just as a place for guests to rest their heads but to immerse themselves in the wonderful and vibrant world of W. Tough workouts and exercise classes, including aerial yoga, can be taken at the Fitness Centre followed by a relaxing treatment at the Spa or guests can make a splash at the outdoor heated pools. Dining at W Dubai – The Palm can be as glamorous or as relaxed as guests choose; live entertainment, delicious beverages, and a vibrant menu, can be found at the casual adult-only WET Deck whilst the two signature restaurants serve a more sophisticated vibe. The kids club is open 7 days a week for guests aged 4-12 years old.