Best Luxury Hotels in United Arab Emirates

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.

Enjoy exclusive beach access at this funky 207-bedroom hotel with floor-to-ceiling windows proffering direct views of the Arabian Gulf and The Palm, an internationally recognised landmark. Guests can dine at its Royal Grill, Choi (a Pan Asian-themed venue), on Latino street food by the infinity pool at the cabana-lined Hush Beach and all day in the fine La Maison restaurant. Speciality coffees are served at Barista’s Corner, there’s the Tal Spa for a touch of pampering and you can try an array of water sports just steps from your suite. Royal Central Hotel is a 5-star family-friendly resort.

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.

SO/ Uptown Dubai, debuting within Dubai’s innovative Uptown Dubai district, presents a five-star luxury experience that uniquely blends avant-garde design with luxurious amenities. The hotel features 188 fashion-inspired rooms with high-end finishes, panoramic city views, and distinctive dining options such as Uptown Brasserie and The Citronelle Club. A full-service ballroom, various in-house dining concepts, and the Uptown Spa developed in partnership with Anne Semonin Paris enhance the urban resort’s appeal. Additionally, 227 branded residences occupy the upper floors of the Uptown Tower, offering premium living spaces. The development, designed by architects Adrian Smith and Gordon Gill, positions Uptown Dubai as a vibrant, mixed-use community integrating luxury commercial, residential, and leisure spaces.

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.

Dubai and luxury are two words that go together like caviar and diamonds and with One Za’Abeel – part of the One&Only group – opening its opulent doors earlier this month, you can now stay at the group’s first urban resort set within the heart of Dubai, in the exclusive Za’abeel neighbourhood. Flanked by the royal palaces, a mere ten minutes from Downtown and Dubai International Airport and within walking distance of the Dubai World Trade Centre, One Za’abeel is the perfect base for both culture and business alike.  One&Only are industry leaders when it comes to beach and nature resorts and now, in a flourish of awe-inspiring architecture from revolutionary designer Nikken Sekkei, they are taking everything they do best and transporting it to the Dubai skyline.

Banyan Tree has launched its first property in Dubai, located on Bluewaters Dubai, a vibrant lifestyle destination offering residential, retail, hospitality, and entertainment options, the resort boasts a modern design with a 500-meter private beach, uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf, and the iconic Ain Dubai. The property features 178 rooms designed with a soft minimalism approach, multiple dining venues offering everything from French Mediterranean to Chinese and Japanese cuisine, and comprehensive leisure facilities including three pools, a first-class fitness centre, a luxury spa, and extensive meeting and event spaces. Additionally, the resort includes 96 fully furnished private apartments with high-end amenities and special rates for dining and spa services, reinforcing its appeal to both leisure and business travellers.

Stay in a skyscraper overlooking Dubai Marina, where large windows and balconies provide stunning views – not least from the bedrooms on the upper floors. Guests enjoy access to the private beach at Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort and Spa and have many options when it comes to dining; South American food at Toro Toro, British cuisine at the brightly accented Rhodes W1, Eastern flavours and funky chilled beats at the Buddha-Bar and the Siddharta Lounge, international dishes from the show kitchen at Sloane’s or Leaves, alfresco Italian food at Bellavista and Michelin-starred Plates at Indego by Vineet.

The Ritz Carlton Dubai is located along the famous JBR Walk and 5-minutes away from the Dubai Marina. The Ritz Carlton offers 294 amazingly luxurious rooms and suites with sea views and private balconies. It offers first-class spa facilities to all of its guests and six outdoor swimming pools for relaxation and good times. You can enjoy themed meals in the hotel’s 9 restaurants, ranging from Asian to Mediterranean dining but also healthy cuisine provided by the Palm Grill on the beach.

Located in the bustling The Beach within Jumeirah Beach Residence, The Address Beach Resort provides a family-friendly beachfront view with luxurious rooms, suites and residences in Dubai. The beachfront resort is not only home to the world’s tallest infinity rooftop pool with stunning views, it also offers guests an abundance of activities including family and adult-only swimming pools, 24/7 fitness centre with personal trainers, direct access to beachfront activities and water sports, and a first-class spa and wellness centre. With its superb selection of restaurants, ranging from light-bites by the pool to delicious Asian-fusion dishes served in the outdoor oasis of ZETA Seventy-Seven, there is something for every taste and occasion.

The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert’s sister property, is a secluded, beachside affair. It also offers pool villas, but 32 rather than over a hundred and is just 15 minutes away via a free shuttle. The Bedouin influence remains, but with a coastal vibe (whites and blues reign over the decor), that’s particularly evident in the four-pavilion, sea-view spa. As this is a smaller resort, there’s just one restaurant, Shore House, but the hotel offers their version of breakfast in bed – a Balinese-style floating breakfast in pool. And private candlelit dinners on the beach can be arranged.

If you really want to escape the rat race, come to the ancient dunes of the Al Wadi Desert. An uber-luxury take on Bedouin living, the accommodation includes tent-style buildings and mud-brick villas (all of which have their own infinity pools). The settlement is on Al Wadi Nature Reserve, so expect to spy plenty of gazelles and antelope. And there’s an abundance of unusual excursions organised by The Ritz-Carlton – both for kids and adults. Farmhouse restaurant served produce from its own smokehouse and garden, plus there’s Kaheela for small plates and the Samar or Lobby Lounges for drinks and lighter bites. The spa has a hydrotherapy circuit, a rainforest experience and 10 regal pavilions.