The heady days of a UAE summer have arrived, but Raffles The Palm Dubai has the perfect antidote for those seeking to escape the soaring temperatures. Overlooking the iridescent waters of Palm Jumeirah, the palatial property is a bastion of sublime spa treatments, moreish culinary adventures and thrilling water sports, all wrapped up in an exquisite homage to the grand royal residences of Europe.
Upon arrival, you are welcomed by a magnificent lobby, where eight giant columns of pink Rosa Portugal marble guide your gaze towards a dazzling chandelier of 40,000 sparkling crystals, one of 6,000 Swarvoski-adorned Venetian chandeliers that are found throughout the sprawling property. Take your pick from seven categories of suites, each more luxurious than the last. Boasting views of Palm Lagoon and Dubai’s skyline, take refuge in these odes to classic European glamour, where Francesco Molon hand-crafted furniture invites you to sit and relax and gargantuan-sized terraces offer prime position to enjoy short bursts under the Dubai summer sun.
Perhaps your own private address in Dubai is more to your liking with the Raffles Royal and Raffles Imperial Villas offering an opportunity to truly live like a king or queen. Sprawling over more than 10,000 square feet, the villas are home to four extravagant bedrooms that can accommodate up to 10 guests. Located on the cusp of the shoreline, these lavish homes come with a full spa with hammam, scrub room, relaxation area and couple's treatment room, kitchen, living and dining areas, garden and private pool. There’s also a private garage in which to park your vehicle during your stay.
World-class cuisine can be found throughout the property’s stylish and enchanting restaurants. Matagi showcases modern Japanese flavours in a moody setting with Piatti by the Beach evoking the beauty of Southern Italy in a beachside setting. You can begin every day with breakfast in Le Jardin before enjoying a spot of tea in the spectacular Blüthner Hall or a treat in the exuberant celebration of everything sweet at Raffles Patisserie. Or you can indulge in an exquisite spa experience at the mega-sized Cinq Mondes Spa, that is complemented by one of the largest indoor pools on the Palm and a superb hammam.
Book your place at Raffles The Palm Dubai with the Raffles Summer Retreat package. Exclusively for GCC residents, the offer rewards you with daily breakfast, 20 per cent savings on a two-night stay and selected restaurants. There’s a 30 per cent discount on spa treatments of more than 60 minutes, as well as an early check-in at 11am and late check-out at 2pm so you can linger in luxury for even longer.
For those who decide to luxuriate in a villa this season, book the Summer Villa Retreat package which sees you start each day with breakfast in your villa and enjoy a complimentary 60-minute spa treatment for two adults. You can savour food and beverage in selected restaurants with a 20 per cent saving as well as a 30 per cent discount on 60-minute spa services. Access to the exclusive Raffles Club Lounge is also included in the package alongside early check-in and late check-out and VIP transfers to and from Dubai Airport in a Rolls-Royce or Bentley.
