Where? Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort: East Crescent, Palm – Dubai – United Arab Emirates

As your car pulls onto the forecourt of Anantara The Palm, you instantly feel yourself relax into the surroundings; a world away from the hustle and bustle of Dubai lies this slice of luxury welcomes you with open arms.

Upon arrival you’re instantly transported back to Thailand, greeting of “Sawadee” ring out around the lobby, fresh lemongrass drinks are served with cold refreshing towels upon check in. The lobby stands in grandeur with it dark wooden atrium, fresh flowers and friendly staff ready to help you feel at home.
After a tour of the resort we made our way to our Over Water Villa (the first of its kind across the Middle East – a great claim that Anantara The Palm stands proud on), we arrived as the sun was setting across The Palm from our villa, it was a magical way to start our stay.

Room categories?

Anantara The Palm is a family friendly resort, if you’re looking to travel with children then the “Lagoon Access” rooms are for you; giving you direct access to one of the three temperature-controlled swimming lagoons.

Multiple room categories ensure that there’s something for everyone, from lagoon access rooms to pool villas and over water villas.

We had the pleasure of spending two nights in an over water villa; the UAE’s first and only of it’s kind. Relax on your sun soaked terrace, in your private cabana or take a soak in your tub overlooking the water.

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort – Premier Lagoon View Room from AED 900/£209 (excluding taxes) for two people inclusive of Breakfast. To book visit www.anantara.com/palm-dubai

Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort – Junior Ocean View Suite from AED 1500/£348 (excluding taxes) for two people inclusive of Breakfast. To book visit www.anantara.com/world-islands-dubai

The dining options?

On our first night we dined at Mekong; Anantara’s Thai cuisine restaurant; you feel like you’ve stepped into Thailand the moment you’re through the door. Dine on Asian delicacies, from signature curry dishes to dumplings and Pad Thai – the food is truly delicious.

Our second night saw us journeying to Australia at Bushman’s for upscale Aussie dining here at Anantara The Palm. Experience the taste of the outback with Wagyu steaks, BBQ dishes and locally caught fish – this restaurant offers a luxury dining experience Down Under.

Dining options you’ll find at Anantara The Palm:

The Beach House; casual Mediterranean dining
Mekong; traditional Asian cuisine
Crescendo; global and regional fare
Bushman’s restaurant and bar; upscale Aussie dining
The Lotus Lounge; laid back lounging
Revo cafe; all-day boardwalk restaurant
Dining by design; custom culinary journey
Mai bar; poolside terrace and swim up bar

Need to know?

Located on the world-famous Palm Jumeirah just off the coast of Dubai, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort boasts 400 metres of private shoreline and expansive views of the Arabian Gulf.

On site you’ll find water sports and long-tail boat experiences, wellness programmes at Anantara Spa, kids clubs and multiple dining options making Anantara The Palm the perfect place to escape the everyday on your trip to Dubai.