The cherry on top of a beautiful hotel room is always an impressive view. From Dubai’s bedazzling skyline, to its iconic desert dunes, this is a city that offers picturesque appeal at every level, for every mood. Discover the breathtaking stays hand-picked by our MICHELIN Guide inspectors.
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25hours Hotel Dubai One Central
DIFC’s 25hours Hotel maintains the eclectic charm of its European counterparts offering a refreshing point of difference to Dubai’s usual super-luxe style. Pull back the curtains from the nomadic contemporary designed rooms to reveal the best views of The Museum of the Future. Certainly not an everyday sight.
Raffles Dubai
Once the initial awe of the hotel view fades (it’s not every day one stays in a glass-tipped pyramid) it’s time to enjoy the expansive scenes of the city. Every room and suite in Raffles Dubai has a terrace with panoramic views of the ever-changing city skyline. But for the very best view, meander into the RED Lounge at the apex of the pyramid. Here, far-ranging views, striking contemporary décor and excellent Chinese cuisine awaits.
Park Hyatt Dubai
Whilst there’s no denying the glistening skyline of Dubai is an iconic feast for the eyes, sometimes the calming effect of blue waters and gliding boats is what the soul craves. At Park Hyatt, you can have both. Lay by the private man-made beach with a backtrack of soft beachy beats and look beyond the infinity lagoon onto creek waters and busy city buildings in the distance.
The Dubai EDITION
While it’s the interior spiral staircase of The Dubai EDITION's lobby that arguably gains the most attention at this lavish hotel, the exterior views on offer shouldn’t be overlooked. Uninterrupted displays of the Burj Khalifa highlight a modern world outside, mirroring the inside. Enjoy by day from the pool and by night from the chic restaurants.
Burj Al Arab Jumeirah
In the world's first and only seven star hotel, you either dine high up in the clouds, or beneath the Arabian Gulf with sea life. Either way, a unique perspective of Dubai is guaranteed by day or night as the instantly recognisable architectural structure turns from white to shades of the rainbow. Room views span out to crystal clear waters, stretches of beach and towering skyscrapers certain to take one's breath away.
The Lana - Dorchester Collection
An elegant haven nestled amidst the buzz of Business Bay, guests retreat to the traditional opulence of The Lana for its classy and refined design. Whether checking into the Sunrise Rooms for framed desert views, or The Royal Suite to watch Marasi Bay Marina from the grand terrace, each space is polished and sophisticated. Even the Dior spa boasts views of the Burj Khalifa ー a striking niche for a spa in the city.
Atlantis The Royal
Set on the outer crescent of the Palm Jumeirah, the majestic interlocking structure of Atlantis The Royal sits along the beach exuding extravagance at its very best. This in itself is an architectural showpiece to marvel at whilst lounging by one of the 90 pools, or, wake up to views of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai skyline from any one of the 795 rooms.
Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa
Look no further for the perfect antidote to luxury overkill on the coast. Al Maha is a 5-star desert hotel sanctuary with tented Bedouin-style encamping that feels a world away from Dubai’s glitterati. By day, take in the sweeping plains and Hajar Mountains (complete with dune dwellers such as the Arabian Oryx) and by night, gaze up at the illuminated starry skies.
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Five Palm Jumeirah
Enclosed in a gate-shaped luxury hotel right at the base of Palm Jumeirah, the Dubai Marina skyline provides a stunning backdrop for guests at Five Palm. Particularly photographic at sunset, watch the towering buildings light up into a spectrum of colours set against the darkness.
Armani Hotel Dubai
Where else to expect the city’s very best views than from the world’s tallest building? Head to one of the Burj Khalifa’s nine restaurants and lounges to look down on the rest of the city or book the Signature Suites and Armani Suite on the 38th and 39th floors to attain desirable views of the Dubai Fountains.
Illustration image // Atlantis The Royal, Kerzner Group
