1. PALM TREES & SEA BREEZE
A huge draw for families, with its The Lost Chambers Aquarium, Aquaventure Waterpark, Wavehouse bowling arcade and world-class restaurants, a stay at Atlantis The Palm has enough to please all persuasions. Plus, designed like a huge Disney castle the hotel’s imposing position at the end of Palm Jumeirah affords it the best views in town. Its ‘Hello Extraordinary’ offer gives guests staying five nights or more, access to multiple activities, and credit to use within the resort.
2. PUTTING THE FUN INTO FAMILY
Another fantastic find for families is Fairmont The Palm, a hotel renowned for its all-encompassing approach to child-friendly holidays. Those not travelling this summer can pack up the kids and head here for a fun-filled staycation, where the UAE Residents Offer gives guests a night for just Dhs699, in which all Dhs699 is given back in daily F&B resort credit. On top of that, the kids can burn off their energy between the private beach and eight temperature-controlled swimming pools, shop ’til they drop at the neighbouring Nakheel Mall, or hang out at the award-winning Falcon Kids’ Club.
3. WHEN TWO WORLDS COLLIDE
Offering travellers a unique way to savour both city and sea, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates is all about location, location, location. Attached to one of Dubai’s largest luxury malls and within striking distance of the Arabian coastline, here urban beach chic reigns supreme. Escape the heat and cosy up in an Aspen Ski Chalet, with its warm-drawn bath, fireplace and views over Ski Dubai’s snowy slopes. Or, escape to New England in an Aspen Pool Chalet for Hamptons-esque coastal summer vibes. Its Travel Your Way offer gives guests staying three-to-five nights 15 per cent off the best available rate, or 20 per cent off for those staying six or more. Make sure to book in for a treatment at SensAsia Stories Spa, followed by an evening of tapas and sangria at Salero.
4. URBAN LEGEND
Start your Arabian adventure at One&Only Royal Mirage – as one of Dubai’s earliest five-star hotels it still wears the crown, 22 years on, for the most stylish, exclusive and Middle Eastern-infused beach hotel. Escape to this legend to combine the best of city and sea, with its private beach, acres of exquisite gardens, world-class culinary offerings, and the iconic One&Only Spa. Its UAE Staycation Offer gives guests Dhs500 lifestyle resort credit per night, an Oriental Hammam, late check-out and Aquaventure Waterpark access for the ultimate cooling off reward.
5. A TALL STORY
If you want some of the best views of the city whilst staying at Dubai’s newest five-star hotel plumped in the middle of the world-famous man-made island of Palm Jumeirah, make The St. Regis Dubai The Palm your stopping point. Connecting to Nakheel Mall and The View at The Palm, the hotel is also proud owner of one of the world’s highest infinity pools, a ladies-only tea salon inspired by Madame Caroline Aster and a beautiful Iridium Spa. Book and stay before September 11 and you’ll get 20 per cent off best available rate, plus breakfast thrown in too.
6. DIVE INTO NEW ADVENTURES
Marking the debut of Hampton by Hilton in Ras Al Khaimah, Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island is an exciting new proposition for travellers looking for chic simplicity in their stay in an emirate that is capitalising on experiential adventures. As the largest Hampton by Hilton in the world, the property features 515 guest rooms offering incredible city and sea views, as well as a 750-metre stretch of glistening sand, and easy access to both Al Hamra Mall and Al Hamra Golf Club. Be one of the first to stay here and enjoy a unique adventure in the ‘head of the tent’ emirate.
7. MIXING BUSINESS AND PLEASURE
Not sure how to combine the best of work, rest and play this summer? Check out W Dubai - The Palm with its new Work And Play Pass that allows guests to remix their working from home and weave in some serious sun action too. Stay in a Wonderful Room, with views of the Arabian Gulf or the city skyline, and enjoy complimentary breakfast, an alternative workspace, Dhs100 credit on spa treatments, Happy Hour at WET Deck, and daily access to the Games Room to help keep the kids busy whilst you do business.