Dubai is a place that has the best of everything and hotels are certainly no exception to this. The incredible line-up of five-star stays are the top hotspots for dining and leisure and as such, they offer a pretty incredible array of experiences, too. We’ve rounded up some of the most incredible hotel experiences going to add to your list. Be it a distant dream or something you are looking to push the boat out for to mark a special occasion, prepare to retrieve your jaw from the floor.
Blow the budget with ME Dubai’s Dhs10 million New Year’s Eve package
With New Year’s Evefast approaching, there are a variety of NYE packages in Dubai for all budgets, including the opulent New Year’s Eve offering at ME Dubai. Setting you back an eye-popping Dhs10 million, you can expect to ring in 2022 with no expenses spared (quite literally). As part of your ostentatious New Year’s proceedings, you’ll be lavished with two (yes TWO) Lamborghinis, a luxury yacht experience, along with diamond-encrusted finery in the form of a men’s watch and necklace from the Eden collection by Italian brand Damiani. A three-night stay in Suite ME is also thrown in. Only in Dubai!
The Opus by Omniyat, Al Amal Street, Business Bay Dubai, Melia.com (04 525 2500).
Dine below the ocean at Atlantis the Palm
If you want to be transported to another world then sorry to burst your bubble – such technology does not exist… yet. However, if you want to get pretty close, Ossiano at Atlantis the Palm has just the place. Classed as one of Dubai’s most unique restaurants, you can experience a truly immersive dining experience. The floor-to-ceiling glass walls provide impressive views of the Ambassador Lagoon and its 65,000 marine animals. It’s a befitting place for a romantic dinner to remember or to celebrate a special occasion.
From Dhs895 per person. Crescent Rd, The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, Atlantis.com (04 426 2000).
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Swim in a private pool of rose petals at Burj Al Arab
For a cool Dhs8,800 couples can immerse themselves in one of the most romantic (and lavish) experiences to be enjoyed in Dubai at the Burj Al Arab. You and your special someone can take a dip in the Burj Al Arab’s private pool sprinkled with fresh rose petals while soaking in views of Dubai and the moonlit Arabian Gulf. There will also be a 90-minute Burj Al Arab signature couple’s massage along with bubbly and strawberries.
Dhs8,800 per couple. Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai, jumeirah.com/en/stay/dubai/burj-al-arab-jumeirah (04 301 7777).
Dine in the dark at Fairmont Dubai
Jaded when it comes to dining out? Looking for something truly unique? If so then you will want to give Noire at Fairmont Dubai a go. To heighten the senses, this unforgettable dining experience is held in complete darkness, making the overall experience all the more different to anything you may have experienced before. The waiting staff are kitted out with night vision gear so they can see to deliver food to your table without any spills. Although it is temporarily closed, you will want to keep this on your dining bucket list to try for yourself.
Dhs360 (soft package). Dhs399 (beverage pairing package). Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, fairmont.com/dubai (04 332 5555).
Personal shopping at Bulgari Resort Dubai
As home to the largest shopping mall in the world, it is no secret that Dubai is a place that is big on shopping. At Bulgari Resort Dubai, you can receive an A-list shopping experience. Their team of personal shoppers are on hand to scratch any retail itch that you may have. From arranging private access to the DIFC’s art galleries if you require a memento for your abode to personal shopping in any of Dubai’s many malls. Your wants are in the bag.
Pricing available on request. Jumeirah Bay Island, Jumeirah 2, Dubai, bulgarihotels.com/en_US/dubai (04 7775555).
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Private cinema experience at Kempinski Hotel
If you are a film lover then you will no doubt love the private cinema experience at Kempinski Hotel, Mall of the Emirates. For a maximum of 12 guests at any one time, you are guaranteed an ultra-exclusive viewing session. Rest assured that you will be kept well fed and watered throughout as there’s a fully licensed gourmet menu and extensive tipples on offer. What’s more, there’s a personalised butler service to boot. You and your movie crew will get the chance to choose from a list of the latest Hollywood, Bollywood and Arabic blockbusters…no disturbances. Hurrah.
Dhs3,000 for up to 12 people. Kempinski, Mall of The Emirates, 3rd floor, Dubai, kempinski.com/en/dubai (055 167 3908).
