Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, Dubai

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort - A Thai-inspired beachfront resort with overwater villas, lagoon pools, and comprehensive spa facilities

This secluded, Thai-inspired resort on the man-made Palm Jumeirah features 1312.3 ft of private shoreline and the only overwater villas in the United Arab Emirates. Accommodations include lagoon access rooms with private balconies, family layouts, and villas featuring glass viewing panels and private pools. Seven restaurants serve diverse cuisines including Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese dishes at award-winning Mekong, while Crescendo and Revo Cafe offer breakfast with Arabian Gulf views. Leisure facilities encompass four swimming pools, a 50-meter infinity pool, two outdoor tennis courts, a 24-hour fitness center, and water sports including wakeboarding and paddleboarding. The Anantara Spa houses a Turkish hammam, 24 treatment rooms, and offers CBD-infused therapies alongside traditional Thai massages. Located on Palm Jumeirah, the resort provides shuttle service to Mall of the Emirates and is a 45-minute drive from Dubai International Airport. Business amenities include meeting venues with theater, classroom, and banquet seating configurations. Family services feature the Tuk-Tuk Kids Club, Chill Teens Club with gaming facilities, and certified babysitting available with 24-hour advance booking. Dining by Design allows guests to create bespoke culinary experiences at Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort.

Pros

Exclusive overwater villas with glass floor viewing panels, unique to the UAE

Three temperature-controlled lagoon pools with floating market-style beverage service

Comprehensive spa facilities including Turkish hammam and 24 treatment rooms

Seven dining venues including award-winning Asian restaurant Mekong

Regular shuttle service to Mall of the Emirates with desert ski slope

Cons

The resort's secluded location on Palm Jumeirah requires transportation to access most off-site attractions

Check-in time for residences begins at 16:00, later than the standard resort check-in