As Covid-19 restrictions relax further across the emirates our favorite hotels and resorts have taken the necessary safety and wellness precautions to re-open their restaurants, pools, and beaches. Along with it, they are offering some great staycation deals, so if you are looking to ease your augmented wanderlust, here’s some inspiration for the perfect break both inside the city and a little further afield.
Atlantis The Palm
We all need a dose of vitamin sea, so reset with a staycation at Dubai’s most iconic resort. The new staycation rates start at AED 549 (T&Cs apply). For bookings visit atlantis.com
Jumeirah Al Naseem, Madinat Jumeirah
This gem has recently reopened its two-kilometre private beach and with those killer views out to the Burj Al Arab, a staycation here will feel like a proper luxury escape. Right now they are offering 40% discount on rooms. That means rates are now from a very reasonable AED 750 per night which includes breakfast, lunch or dinner in their selected restaurants. For bookings tel: 800 58634724, email: reservations@jumeirah.com or visit jumeirah.com
JA The Resort
What could be better than basking on Dubai’s longest private beach? Having the cost of your room gifted back as resort credit – that’s what! Staycation rates start from AED 396 per night, all of which is fully redeemable against F&B and guest experiences such as horse riding, tennis or a spot of golf. For bookings visit jaresortshotels.com and ask for their staycation promo code.
Andaz Dubai The Palm
You’re in prime position here on The Palm, and with access to shops, beaches, and restaurants it’s ideal for a mini-break. Rates begin at AED 550 a night, including breakfast in The Locale Restaurant. For bookings tel: (04) 5811234, email: andazdubaithepalm@andaz.com or visit hyatt.com
Taj Dubai
This is a whopper of a city staycation deal. For AED 525 (inclusive of taxes) you’ll automatically receive a complimentary upgrade to a Burj View Room, plus iftar for two people at Bombay Brasserie. If you want to level up, for AED 625 (inclusive of taxes) you can add suhoor or breakfast for two into the package. For bookings tel: (04) 4383100, email: reservations.tthxb@tajhotels.com or visit tajhotels.com
Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates
This spot proves that you don’t have to go far to get away from it all and they have a great family-friendly staycation deal on offer at the moment. Treat your family of four (two adults and two children) to a city stay in one of their Grand Deluxe room for AED 899, including breakfast. Early check-in at 10am and late check-out at 4pm is also included as a little bonus. For bookings tel: (04) 3410000, email: reservations.malloftheemirates@kempinski.com or visit kempinski.com
FIVE Jumeirah Village Hotel
The increasingly popular spot is offering a great ‘stay and dine’ deal. Rooms start at AED 400 per night, all of which is fully redeemable on F&B during your stay. You can also buzz up on the free shuttle bus service to take advantage of the inclusive complimentary beach access at their swanky sister property FIVE The Palm Jumeriah. Nice. For bookings tel: 042489999 or email: Fjvd.reservations@fivehotelsandresorts.com
Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa
This long-time family-friendly favorite has recently re-opened. Boasting a beautiful beach retreat with pristine sands and mountain views as well as its own golf course, you’ll be forgiven for not wanting to leave. Book now on their Leisure Escapes deal to redeem AED 180 credit each night to spend throughout the resort. For bookings tel: (07) 2288844 or visit hilton.com
Fairmont Fujairah
Fancy a mini-road trip? Then a ride across to the eastern Emirate may be just the ticket. With a perfect beach, three pools and four of its top restaurants open, you can leave your woes in the city. The staycation deal is ideal for families as it starts from AED 299 (excluding fees and taxes) for up to two adults and one child up to five years old. For bookings tel: (04) 3118151, email: cro.uae@fairmont.com or visit fairmont.com/fujairah
Fairmont Ajman
Another from the Fairmont family but this time just up the coast in Ajman, this friendly resort has everything you could possibly desire to make up the perfect mini-break. Book mid-week for a special staycation rate of AED 239(excluding fees and taxes). For bookings tel: (06) 7015757 or visit fairmont.com/ajman
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