Looking to sweep your other half off their feet this Valentine’s Day? As it’s not so easy to jet off for a romantic holiday on an exotic island this year, why not book a mini break closer to home instead? These Valentine’s Day staycations in the UAE are sure to wow, but don’t forget the card and chocolates – that one’s on you…
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Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel
The recently opened five-star Al Jaddaf Rotana is offering up two special Valentine’s Day staycation deals. Couples can take advantage of ‘The Romantic Escape’ package, which includes a free bottle of sparkling or date juice on arrival, a box of hand-crafted chocolates, a couples’ aromatherapy spa treatment, a free room upgrade to the next room category, and late check-out at 6pm the following day. Your room will also be decorated in rose petals for that extra ahhh factor. If you’re spending Valentine’s Day with the kids in tow, ‘The Family Escape’ is the deal for you. You’ll be treated to a spacious 100 sq m room with a pool view, late check-out at 6pm, breakfast at Timo for the whole gang, and Dhs75 to spend at select restaurants.
Prices vary. Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel, Al Jaddaf, www.rotana.com (04 596 2222).
Al Seef Heritage Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton
This Valentine’s Day package at the Al Seef hotel includes a night’s stay with a rose and chocolate-dipped strawberries upon arrival, complimentary room upgrade with brekkie for two, and late check-out at 2pm.
From Dhs330 (per couple – subject to availability). Al Seef, www.curiocollection.com (04 707 7077).
Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort
Forget about hopping on a plane to Thailand this Valentine’s Day – Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort has launched a super romantic staycation deal. Famous for its Thai-style luxury, this five-star hotel on the Palm is offering couples a unique getaway. Rates start from Dhs1,400 per night and the Valentine’s Day deal includes accommodation in either a room or villa complete with romantic décor, breakfast at Crescendo, chocolates, and 20 percent off on spa treatments. A romantic escape on Dubai’s world-famous Palm Jumeirah? Sign us up, Cupid.
From Dhs1,400. Palm Jumeirah, reservations.dubai@anantara.com (04 567 8000).
Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina
Looking for a Valentine’s Day getaway that’s smack bang in the hustle and bustle of Dubai Marina? Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina’s staycation deal may be the one for you. Enjoy an overnight stay in a Deluxe Suite that’s decked out with red roses, lovey dovey décor and a Valentine’s-themed dessert. The offer also includes breakfast in bed, and a three-course dinner set up on the suite’s balcony with a bottle of bubbly to share.
From Dhs1,122 (per couple, per night). Thu Feb 11-Sun Feb 14. Dubai Marina (04 378 0000).
DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai – Business Bay
DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai – Business Bay is treating couples to a romantic getaway this Valentine’s Day in Dubai. The package includes a Valentine’s-themed cake upon arrival, breakfast and a 30-minute couples’ spa treatment. For Dhs99 you can add-on a bottle of bubbly and the chef has also created a four-course set menu of soup, smoked duck, beef rossini with truffle and a special dessert box.
Dhs650 (per couple). Thu Feb 11-Sun Feb 14. Business Bay (04 245 4224).
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi
It’s officially the season of love and if you’re looking to swoon that special someone, Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi is offering up a dreamy weekend getaway. For Dhs599 per night, couples will be treated to Deluxe Room decked out in romantic décor (hello, rose petals), an intimate five-course set menu in either Benjarong or Namak, and a buffet breakfast for two. You can also add-on a lavish Valentine’s Day bouquet from Camelia Flowers or a bottle of bubbly to make your romantic staycation truly special.
Dhs599 (Deluxe Room – per couple), Dhs699 (Junior Suite – per couple). Thu Feb 11-Sun Feb 14. Sultan Bin Zayed The First Street (02 698 8888).
Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown
This trendy boutique hotel in Downtown Dubai is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a special staycation deal. Available from Thursday February 11 to Sunday February 14, couples can enjoy a central getaway in a Creek View Room with breakfast in bed along with two bubbly and orange juice mixed drinks. Chargeable add-ons include a charcuterie board, a chocolate fondue or fountain, bubbly and premium sparkling.
From Dhs449 (per couple, per night), from Dhs699 (per couple with Spanish bubbly, per night), from Dhs1,200 (per couple with premium sparkling, per night). Thu Feb 11-Sun Feb 14. Downtown Dubai (04 210 2222).
InterContinental Dubai Festival City
This Valentine’s Day-themed staycation includes a night’s stay in a one-bedroom suite, in-suite breakfast for two, a romantic dinner for two at Anise, and a one-hour couples’ spa treatment.
From Dhs999 (per couple, per night). Dubai Festival City (04 701 1111).
Nikki Beach Resort & Spa
The trendy world-famous hotel is offering a stellar (if a little pricey) staycation package that’s sure to impress your other half – and most definitely yourself. Packages start from Dhs4,500 for a sea view room, five-course set menu with soft drinks in a beach cabana package, and private in-room breakfast the next morning.
FromDhs4,500 (per couple – sea view room). Sun Feb 14-Mon Feb 15. Nikki Beach Resort & Spa, Pearl Jumeira, Reservations.Dubai@nikkibeachhotels.com (04 376 6000).
Raffles Dubai
The Valentine’s Day staycation package at Raffles Dubai includes a night’s stay with breakfast included, plus a and three-course Italian dinner. If you’re looking to add some sparkle to your staycation you can add on a bottle of grape for Dhs250 or a bottle of bubbly for Dhs700.
From Dhs1,233 (per couple). Thu Feb 11-Sun Feb 14. Raffles Dubai, Oud Metha (04 324 8888).
Studio One Hotel
This Valentine’s staycation includes a night’s stay with a bottle of bubbly and the choice between dinner at LARTE, Mr. Miyagi’s or El Chapo’s Tacos.
Dhs875 (per couple). Fri Feb 12-Sun Feb 14. Studio One Hotel, Dubai Studio City (800 788346).
The Abu Dhabi EDITION
Surprise your other half with this luxury staycation deal and they’ll be swooning over you for the rest of the year. The Abu Dhabi EDITION is offering couples the chance to get away with this special Valentine’s Day staycation deal. The package includes an overnight stay in a deluxe room complete with Le Labo amenities and Al Bateen Marina views, a specially-curated five-course meal at the award-winning Oak Room, breakfast for two at Alba Terrace, and a signature couples’ massage to complete the romantic experience.
Dhs2,280. Thu Feb 11-Sun Feb 14. The Abu Dhabi EDITION, Al Bateen (02 208 0000).
TRYP by Wyndham Dubai
For Dhs200 – which includes all taxes and fees – you’ll be treated to an overnight stay for two in a room decked out with rose petals and balloons, plus a bottle of grape to share. Staycationers will also have full access to all the hotel’s facilities including the rooftop pool and fully-equipped gym. And the deal isn’t just for Valentine’s Day– it’s running throughout the entire month of February (because declaring your love shouldn’t be confined to one day, right?).
Dhs200. Ongoing until Sun Feb 28. TRYP by Wyndham Dubai, Barsha Heights, www.trypwyndhamdubai.com (04 247 6666).
The Meydan Hotel
The Meydan Hotel is offering couples a romantic city escape this Valentine’s Day. Couples checking in for the night will be treated to a Grand Superior Room, rose petals included (obvs) and the loved-up getaway includes a candlelit dinner at either Farriers Restaurant or Millennium Lounge, plus breakfast for two at Farriers the next morning. And for when you’re not staring into each other’s eyes, you can take a dip in the impressive infinity pool or workout in the fully-equipped gym. Going all out? Why not. Chargeable add-ons include balloons, flowers, and a cheese platter and bottle of grape for two.
From Dhs899 (per couple). Ongoing throughout Feb. The Meydan Hotel, Nad Al Sheba, www.meydanhotels.com (04 381 3333).
Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a staycation at Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah and you’ll be treated to a special four-course dinner at Social by Heinz Beck with house beverages on Sunday February 14, breakfast in bed the next morning and an upgrade to a suite.
Prices vary. Sun Feb 14. Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jumeirah (04 818 2222).
Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens
Dubai’s trendy Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens is offering a top getaway deal for Valentine’s Day in Dubai that includes an overnight stay, spa treatment for two and special three-course menu at pan-Asian eatery, Lah Lah. Coming in at Dhs795 per couple, the Valentine’s Day staycation starts off with a 45-minute couples’ spa treatment in Native Club, the first all-organic spa in Dubai, followed by a slap-up meal at Lah Lah. The meal beings with sharing-style starters of seaweed salad, soft shell crab roll and Thai beef salad while main course options include wok-fried tofu, rib-eye with steamed Asian greens or miso-marinated black cod, followed by a chocolaty dessert. If you can’t get away for the night, the meal at Lah Lah is priced at Dhs495 with a bottle of house grape.
Dhs795 (per couple – staycation deal), Dhs495 (per couple – meal at Lah Lah with bottle of grape). www.zabeelhouse.com (04 519 1111).
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