With its unrivalled collection of beach escapes, urban hideaways and destination resorts, Dubai sets the bar high when it comes to fabulous accommodation. But the new Royal Penthouse at Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai, raises the bar another notch, with a truly spectacular beachfront setting that’s too good not to share with friends.
Which is fine, because the palatial suite has an enormous living room elegantly appointed in hues of sapphire and gold, with wraparound balcony that extends to the 16-seat dining room, a high-spec sound system and a full-service bar area where a round-the-clock butler can mix drinks for any occasion. A marble staircase next to the suite’s private lift leads up to a landscaped rooftop terrace with sunbeds and dining area with magnificent ocean views. Guests who prefer to lounge closer to the beach can access a private beach cabana at any time.
The gorgeous ocean-facing master bedroom is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows that look out across the turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf, and the marble-clad en-suite bathroom features a freestanding bathtub with equally impressive views.
At 850sqm, the Royal Penthouse is one of the biggest in the city, but it’s the soft touches that make this regal abode extra special. Two walk-in wardrobes will be fitted out with pieces from Burberry’s latest ready-to-wear collection, including several exclusive outfits that are available for purchase. Additionally, Royal Penthouse guests will be offered an exclusive menu of petiscos (sharing plates) created by Michelin-starred chef José Avillez, whose sixth-floor restaurant Tasca is the first outside his native Portugal, as well as complimentary spa treatments and mini bar, and the services of a personal stylist.