The Jumeirah hotel chain is known around the world for holding among the most exclusive and luxurious properties anywhere. With magnificent hotels in North America, Europe, Asia and the Caribbean, Jumeirah is truly a global brand and a preferred option for jet-setters and well-to-do travelers.
The world's first and only seven star hotel---and the pinnacle of opulence and luxury in the Middle East or, perhaps, anywhere---the Burj Al Arab is one of the most photographed buildings in the world. The crown jewel of the Jumeirah line is a tower-like structure designed to resemble a ship's sail at sea, and its location on Jumeirah Beach along the shore of the Arabian Gulf complete the illusion. Everything about the Burj Al Arab is premium, from a fleet of Rolls Royces and BMWs and a helicopter to ferry guests in and out of the hotel, to the six critically acclaimed restaurants on-site and the beautiful Assawan Spa & Health Club, where guests are pampered to their heart's content. The hotel suites are decorated in modern Arabian style with the finest of materials and ultra-plush furnishings. Each includes 24-hour butler service, duplex layout, living room and lounge, private bar, two bathrooms, a jacuzzi and dressing room. Of course, there is a price to match such luxury, and the rates for a standard Deluxe One Bedroom Suite start around 5490 AED per night (around $1,495) as of October 2010.
Burj Al Arab
PO Box 74147
Dubai, UAE
+971-4-301-7777
jumeirah.com
Winner of the World Travel Awards 2010 for "Leading Hideaway Resort," the Jumeirah Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is an incredibly luxurious escape from Dubai for residents and visitors alike. The resort is located on a newly constructed road between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, some 60 miles from Dubai International Airport, and provides a true desert setting for your stay in the UAE. Due to its location, the hotel offers an array of desert and outdoor activities to enhance your experience, including camel riding, 4x4 desert exploration, horseback riding, Wild Wadi Water Park admissions, Madinat Souk Shopping, a lap pool and Sinbad's Kids Club. A real highlight of the property is the open-air outdoor restaurant, which serves traditional cuisine while dancers, henna artists, falconers and live musicians entertain. A collection of four other restaurants and three bars and lounges ensure your informal dining requirements are met as well, while the full-service Satori Spa & Health Club is there for your relaxation. The guestrooms and suites have a private terrace or patio, high-speed Internet, SAT TV, radio, rain showers and elegant Arabic-style furnishings. Rates for a Deluxe Room start at 1740 AED (around $474) as of October 2010.
Jumeirah Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa
PO Box 8168
Dubai, UAE
+971-4-809-6100
jumeirah.com
Another excellent luxury choice along the Jumeirah Beach in Dubai is the Jumeirah Beach Hotel. This five-star hotel has won countless Best Hotel awards over the past five years and is a beloved option for business and leisure travelers in Dubai. Its wave-like architecture and position on the Arabian Gulf make it an iconic symbol of the city, while its private beach and water park make it a great sun and fun property. The hotel offers a long list of activities and amenities, including its Pavillion Dive Center, Marina & Sports Club, Sinbad's Kid Club, four bars and lounges, 10 casual dining restaurants and three formal options, including the beautiful wooden Villa Beach oceanfront restaurant. The oversize guestrooms, suites and villas are all very well appointed with Eastern patterns and plush furniture, seating areas, Arabian Gulf views, SAT TV, air-conditioning and bathrobes. Rates for a double start at 1260 AED (around $343) as of October 2010.
Jumeirah Beach Hotel
PO Box 11416, Dubai, UAE
+971-4-348-0000
jumeirah.com
