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Time Out Dubai
28-05-2025
- Time Out Dubai
Dubai's most popular hotels 2025, according to travel experts
About to book your next Dubai staycay? When it comes to hotels in Dubai, you're pretty spoilt for choice, whether you want a golden sandy spot to doze in a cabana, or a sky-high city suite next to the Burj Khalifa. To make your decision easier, Time Out Dubai asked Expedia where the crowds are heading with their suitcases right now. Revealing the list of Dubai's current hotspots, the digital travel agency shared that a selection of hotels were proving more popular than others, recording a 50 per cent search increase in the past year. So if you're looking for a staycation or a place to stay for a little longer, here are the 10 most popular hotels in Dubai right now, according to Expedia. The most popular hotels in Dubai Shangri-La Dubai Where: DIFC What to expect: The slick luxury hotel boasts Burj Khalifa and sea views, so you've got the best of both worlds. With 302 rooms and 126 apartments, you can enjoy the hotel's seven restaurants and bars, or chill out in the Chi Spa. DIFC, (04 343 888). Hotel Avalon Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle Where: Jumeirah Village Circle What to expect: Nestled into JVC, the Hotel Avalon is a little further out from the city's main attractions, but is packed with plush rooms, a rooftop pool and exclusive access to a beach club on Palm Jumeirah. JVC, (04 563 1555). Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Dubai Where: Palm Jumeirah What to expect: Inspired by Turkish palaces, expect grand suites, lagoons, a luxe spa and a dreamy outdoor pool looking out from the Palm Jumeirah beachfront. Want to pamper? Don't miss a hammam treatment in the Ottoman Spa. Palm Jumeirah, (04 453 0000). Atlantis the Palm (Credit: Canva) Where: Palm Jumeirah What to expect: An iconic Dubai hotel, you'll spot it from miles away sitting at the top of Palm Jumeirah, packed with some of the best restaurants in the city, its own beach club and the largest waterpark in the world. Palm Jumeirah, (04 426 2626). Sky Bay Dubai Business Bay (Credit: Canva) Where: Business Bay What to expect: Sitting just back from the Dubai Canal, you can enjoy a stylish suite or spend your days chilling on the rooftop pool. When you're not seeing the sights, you can make the most of the free access to the Soluna restaurants and beach club on Palm Jumeirah too. Business Bay, (04 545 2100). One & Only One Za'abeel One of the hotel rooms Credit: One&Only One Za'abeel Where: Za'abeel 1 What to expect: Not only is this place in one of the coolest buildings in Dubai, the plush rooms and apartments give you access to Tapasake, the stunning infinity pool sitting on top of the longest cantilever bridge in the world (that looks straight onto the Burj Khalifa). Za'abeel 1, (04 666 1777). JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai Where: Business Bay What to expect: Soaring above Sheikh Zayed Road, this hotel is instantly recognisable as one of the tallest in the world, so you'll be able to spot the two iconic towers from a mile off. As well as hosting one of the highest spas in the world, the hotel has some sizzling restaurants you absolutely have to check out during your stay. Business Bay, (04 414 0000). Vida Dubai Mall Where: Downtown Dubai What to expect: If you're here just to shop at Dubai Mall, then this is the hotel for you. With direct access to the stores, a rooftop pool and Burj Khalifa views, you're in for a treat. Downtown Dubai, (04 549 8888). The First Collection Dubai Waterfront Where: Business Bay What to expect: A modern tower overlooking Dubai Canal, this Business Bay spot has a gorgeous rooftop pool, access to a Palm Jumeirah beach club and a popular bakery downstairs for your morning pastries. Business Bay, (04 542 6666). FIVE LUXE Where: Jumeirah Beach Residence What to expect: Opening in 2024, this recent addition to the JBR beachfront is currently home to the best beach club in the city, a range of restaurants and suites that even come with their own private swimming pool. JBR, (04 275 9999). Staying in Dubai? Your ultimate guide to all the restaurants at Atlantis The Palm Where to eat next at the iconic Dubai hotel 14 cool things you can do in Dubai for 10 Dirhams (or less) Low on dirhams? No problem 6 free places to catch the sunset in Dubai Views on point
Trade Arabia
23-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Kerzner to open One&Only resort in Hudson Valley
Kerzner International, a luxury hospitality and residential property developer, has signed a deal with Nolan Reynolds International to develop One&Only's second resort and community of Private Homes in the US. The resort, located in Hudson Valley, New York, will advance Kerzner and One&Only's strategic growth in the American market. The wellness-driven resort will be developed within the Culinary Institute of America campus in Hyde Park, New York, on a 21-acre site. The resort will feature 61 cabins, guest rooms, suites, two exceptional culinary experiences, and a Longevity Hub by Clinique La Prairie. The resort will also introduce the brand's second community of One&Only Private Homes in the US, which will combine the elevated comforts of home with the brand's unrivalled amenities and service. The Private Homes will be meticulously designed with fully equipped chef's kitchens, paying homage to the Culinary Institute of America and inspiring more culinary interests. The upcoming opening in Hudson River Valley will join the brand's highly anticipated opening of One&Only Moonlight Basin in Big Sky, Montana, in November 2025. 'Through our portfolio of One&Only resorts, Kerzner International continues unlocking destinations globally, redefining the ultraluxury experience in some of the world's most inspiring locations. We are thrilled to announce our second One& Only destination in the US –in Hyde Park, the soul of the Hudson River Valley,' says Philippe Zuber, Chief Executive Officer, Kerzner. 'One&Only offers guests meaningful, transformative experiences that are deeply connected to nature, culture and wellbeing. Hudson River Valley offers an incredible opportunity to create another truly unique and exceptional One&Only experience in North America.' 'We are excited to work together with Nolan Reynolds International and Culinary Institute of America to expand further into North America,' says Juan Aguilar, President of Real Estate, Kerzner. 'Built on shared values of sustainable design and community engagement, our partnership solidifies the foundation for continued success and legacy expansion in the US.' 'At NRI, we are honoured to be partners with Kerzner International on this unprecedented ultra-luxury destination resort in the US,' says Brent Reynolds, CEO & Managing Partner of NRI. 'This new One&Only resort embodies NRI's ethos of creating exceptional experiences around the globe, grounded in holistic wellness, immersive learning, and authentic hospitality. We see this new venture as the beginning of a long and fruitful partnership with Kerzner and its category-defining One&Only brand.' 'We are truly excited to bring One&Only to the Hudson Valley,' said CIA President Michiel Bakker. 'The property's proximity to the CIA will add to the already incredible suite of offerings available to its guests and residents alike. From the CIA's student-run fine-dining restaurants to the opportunity to enroll in our recreational classes and culinary boot camps and learn from the chefs who have trained some of the top chefs in the industry, this truly will be a one-of-a-kind collaboration, creating unforgettable experiences.
Forbes
04-04-2025
- Forbes
Hotel Review: One&Only One Za'abeel Resort, Dubai
A vertical resort in a vertical skyscraper: One&Only One Za'abeel It's a name with a lot of nerve: One&Only—as if all other hotels are simply beside the point. Given that it's been years since I sampled the brand, I decided to put that boastful name to the test by checking into the property's newest Dubai opening, One&Only One Za'abeel. Dubbing itself an urban, vertical resort, the 178-room and 51-suite hotel certainly makes quite the entrance to the Dubai skyline—no easy feat, considering the grandiosity that is the Dubai skyline. Behold 'The Link': billed as a 'boulevard in the sky,' the world's longest cantilever, an 8500-ton steel structure hanging as if by magic between the two skyscrapers of One Za'abeel. Picture a structure taller than Seattle's Space Needle perched sideways in the clouds—a horizontal skyscraper: only in Dubai. Inside it is a food hall like you've never seen before, with eight open kitchens and more options than anyone knows what to do with. Many worlds in one: Indonesia-in-Dubai at Andaliman The architecture makes for quite the scene—and to match it, a stay at One&Only One Za'abeel is quite the experience. Here's why. Skyline suite SLEEP Talk about a palace in the sky: my plush room on the 50th floor gave wraparound views for days, with a shower the size of a house and a tub that had me feeling as if I were floating above the futuristic horizon. The boon is in the details: Each night I found a designer silk eye mask and herbal pillow spray left beside my bed; the custom-made made lotion and hand wash by Montroi smelled divine—a signature scent called Al Sama that saturated the property. Just being in my suite was an experience of serenity and luxury. Indonesian delights at Andaliman EAT The 'vertical resort' concept translates to stepping off many elevators into myriad worlds, and the culinary experience is at the heart of it all. On the spectacular rooftop pool deck—more on this later—you land in Japan: Tapesake gives legendary Nobu a run for its money with delights like Wagyu Gyoza, braised short ribs with citrus garlic oil and, my favorite, a seafood stone pot in which fish, prawns and calamari cooked before my eyes. The Garden floor—underneath The Link, an imposing sight from down below—is Southeast Asia, with the superb Andaliman serving Indonesian cuisine: Rengginang tuna & crab with rice crackers; Udang grilled prawns with pickled pineapple; Es Tung-Tung coconut and black rice ice cream with caramel popcorn. Find France on the 27th floor at La Dame de Pic, helmed by Chef Anne-Sophie Pic. I ordered a cocktail made with Campari, sweet vermouth and lavender, then savored the scallops with celeriac sake and coconut foam; for desert, the 'cheese creation' was ice cream-flavored cheese—or was it the other way around? I welcomed the tasty whimsy. Finally, although the StreetXO is primarily meant to transport you to Spain—it's the creation of Spanish chef Dabiz Muñoz, from Madrid StreetXO—I knew I was in for more than that when I walked through the cavernous, graffiti-covered entrance and spotted waiters wearing uniforms inspired by straightjackets. The mashup of cuisines here certainly borders on madness—but it's a delectable madness: salmon Mediterranean aguachile, Thai cold soba sashimi, Nigiri croquetas—yes, that's sushi-style fish served on Spanish croquetas instead of rice—and the best menu name of all: 'lobster awakens on the Goa coast,' which involves curry, lobster, and lots of fun. A mirage? Views from the pool deck atop The Link SWIM Back to that spectacular pool deck: Dubai loves a superlative, and One&Only One Za'abeel is home to the UAE's longest infinity pool, on the top deck of The Link. It's a respite in the sky with the ultimate Dubai view, which I took in while sipping a 'Japanese Mary,' made with clarified tomato sauce and Togarashi. For contrast, down below is the Garden Pool, which beckons with a whole other vibe: Palm trees, dark wood and rose-tinted, Batik-style cushions evoke the Asian tropics. Longevity Hub by Clinique la Prairie BE WELL Don't call it a spa—it's a wellness clinic. To be precise, the world's first (there's that Dubai superlative again!) Longevity Hub by Clinique la Prairie, featuring 29 treatment rooms for wellbeing and clinical therapies. I booked a session with a longevity coach and therapist, the obscenely attractive and very knowledgable Alejandro, who plugged me into various high-tech machines that read everything from my body fat to the metals in my body, producing a full assessment of my 'longevity index,' which—phew!—was pretty strong. Then I had a divine 60-minute massage that, without a doubt, increased said longevity index astronomically—as did my entire brief stay at One&Only One Za'abeel.
What's On
18-03-2025
- What's On
Why the Royal Hammam at One&Only Royal Mirage is a must-try
Sponsored: Steam, scrub, and serenity – this is self-care at its finest… There's a reason the hammam has stood the test of time. More than just a skincare ritual, it's a full-body reset – a chance to step away from the noise, sink into warmth, and emerge feeling brand new. At One&Only Royal Mirage, the Royal Hammam brings this ancient tradition into the modern day, offering a deeply restorative experience in a setting that feels worlds away from the everyday. A ritual rooted in tradition For centuries, hammams have been a cornerstone of Middle Eastern and North African culture – a cleansing ritual designed to refresh both body and mind. The Royal Hammam stays true to its origins, blending time-honoured techniques with refined touches that make the experience all the more indulgent. What to expect Step into the marble-clad hammam, where steam works its magic, softening skin and soothing the senses. A black soap cleanse prepares you for the kessa mitt exfoliation – think deep but gentle scrubbing that buffs away dullness to reveal silky-smooth skin. A nourishing mask follows, then a rhythmic massage that melts away tension, leaving you feeling lighter, brighter, and deeply relaxed. Beyond the glow Yes, your skin will be softer than ever, but the hammam is more than just an exfoliation fix. It's known to boost circulation, relieve muscle tension, and quiet the mind – a perfect antidote to busy schedules and restless thoughts. A setting of pure serenity With intricate mosaics, ambient lighting, and the sound of flowing water, the Royal Hammam is as much about the atmosphere as the treatment itself. Every detail is designed to enhance relaxation, making it easy to switch off and soak in the moment. A gift to yourself (or someone else) Whether you're booking a solo retreat or sharing the experience with a loved one, this is self-care worth making time for. And if you're looking for a thoughtful gift, a bespoke hammam voucher is an effortless way to share a little luxury. One&Only Spa, One&Only Royal Mirage, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St, Dubai Marina, open daily from 10am to 10pm, ladies only between 10am – 2pm, mixed from 2pm to 10pm, 90-minute treatment priced at Dhs795, 120-minute treatment priced at Dhs1,100. Tel: (0)4 315 2130. To book, contact hammam@ For more details, visit Images: Supplied
