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Towering over the golden beach in Dubai Marina, this new five-star hotel from homegrown hospitality brand Address is topped by the world’s highest infinity pool.
Rooftop restaurant Zeta Seventy Seven is the place for sundowners with views of the turquoise sea, neighbouring skyscrapers, and the new Ain Dubai Ferris wheel, although you may find yourself rubbing shoulders with the army of influencers who come up here to snap the money shot.
Back on ground level, the hotel has a 100m private section of Dubai’s pristine beach, with loungers and full hotel services.
The location – on pedestrian-friendly The Walk – is great if you want to explore Dubai Marina’s many restaurants and bars on foot, while Bluewaters Island and the Ain Dubai Ferris wheel are also nearby. It’s welcoming of families, with Families a QIX Kids’ Club and a Splash Pad play area.
Sitting at one end of Dubai Marina’s The Walk, the hotel is a short stroll from some of Dubai’s buzziest bars, restaurants and nightclubs.
Surrounded by high-rise apartment buildings and other hotels, with a stretch of golden beach directly in front, this is a bustling quarter of town, with both locals and tourists flocking to the beach on weekends.
Fortunately, there are recliners reserved for hotel guests, so there’s no need to fight for your space in the sun.
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Bucket list experiences our writer says you must do in this destination, closest first
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)[2.3 miles]
Skydive over the famous Palm Jumeirah for the ultimate adrenalin-charged Dubai experience and jaw-dropping, if surreal, Palm views.
Best for ages: 18+ | £200 | 4 hours
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)[6.2 miles]
Get you up close to Dubai’s world-famous landmarks, and put the sprawling desert city in perspective with an unforgettable helicopter flip.
Best for ages: 12+ | £160 | 1 hour
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)[18 miles]
Dive down into the world’s deepest diving pool, and discover a bizarre, imaginary sunken world. Snorkelling and kids’ experiences are available too.
Best for ages: 8+ | £90 | 2+ hours
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)[20.3 miles]
At 828m, the Burj Khalifa is the world’s tallest building. Head up to the world’s highest outdoor observation deck for exceptional views of the city and desert beyond, and to learn Dubai history along the way.
Best for ages: 4+ | £30
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)[0.8 miles]
The name says it all – 110 inflatable games and challenges floating on water offering hours of energetic fun for kids and adults alike. The world’s largest inflatable waterpark at 2,700 sq m is 25m off the beach at the Jumeirah Beach Residence. Open all year round.
Best for ages: 6+ | £35
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)[0.9 miles]
The world’s highest Ferris wheel, Ain Dubai has recently opened in Dubai Marina, offering spectacular views of the waters of the Arabian Gulf and towering skyscrapers along the coastline.
Best for ages: 6+ | £30
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)[6.8 miles]
Colossal marine and waterpark located at Atlantis The Palm, featuring adrenalin-pumping slides, including 12 new slides added at Trident Tower. Heaven for kids and big kids; only the bravest dare to try the near-vertical ‘Leap of Faith’ waterslide.
Best for ages: 6+ | £70
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)[9 miles]
A staggering replica of an Arabian walled citadel from medieval times, complete with towering sand-coloured buildings topped by wind towers, a touristy-but-fun covered souk, some great restaurants and bars, and a maze of meandering canals and lagoons plied by abras.
Best for ages: 10+ | Free
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United Arab Emirates (UAE)
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