Burj Al Arab, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Designed to resemble a billowing sail and soaring to a height of 321m, the hotel offers a personalised service with chauffeur driven Rolls-Royces, discreet in-suite check-in, private reception desk on every floor and trained butlers who provide 24 hour attention.
All 202 suites are exquisitely crafted and offer spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf. In addition to a dining and living area, each suite has an office area including a laptop, internet access and private fax.
Highlights
of the Burj Al Arab, Dubai
A lavishly decorated health and fitness facility, the Assawan Spa is located on the 18th floor. The location allows guests to enjoy spectacular views from the pools, Jacuzzis and spas, as well as massage, beauty and therapy rooms and aerobics workout studios.
Six restaurants and lounges provide a variety of dining options that includes the underwater seafood restaurant, Al Mahara, accessible by a three- minute submarine voyage.
Hotel activities include: Swimming in an indoor mixed and women-only pool, a fitness centre, a private beach area on exclusive Jumeira Beach, golf with a choice of the Montgomerie or Emirates Golf Course, and sailing. Local activities such as game fishing and eco desert safaris can be arranged.
Location
of the Burj Al Arab – Located 25km from Dubai International Airport.
Best time to visit
Dubai?
Best time to visit is winter, between November and April; the coolest season in Dubai with an average temperature of 21˚C and a high of 28˚C. Summers are hot in Dubai, often reaching an uncomfortable 48˚C.
About Dubai
Dubai is divided into two parts – Deira on the northern side and Bur Dubai to the south of the creek. Once a haven for pearl divers, fishermen and traders of spices, gold and slaves, Dubai today offers ultra-modern shopping malls, classic sporting events, luxury hotels and impressive man-made islands.
Beneath the shimmering office towers of Deira lie atmospheric alleyways and ancient souks where you can browse for spices, antiques, handicrafts and jewels. Read more about shopping in Dubai . . . |