Next Level Luxury in Dubai
Recently, I wrote a few pieces (here, here, and here) on the incredible Atlantis The Royal property in Dubai - yes, the one Beyonce helped opened in 2023 - and if you think you knew ultra-luxury in terms of hotels, then get ready….
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Aiming to be the most luxurious experiential resort in the world, Atlantis The Royal is set on the outer crescent of Dubai's Palm Island. The resort, which is just under a million square feet, comes with plenty of attractions, including a mile and a half of private beach, the largest exclusive stretch in Dubai. Following the $1.4 billion construction, guests can enjoy rooms with gorgeous views, some with their own pool, as well as world-class dining options, including spots from eight celebrity chefs, and some exciting attractions like the world's largest waterpark.
With 17 bars and restaurants, including eight by celebrity chefs, there are plenty of options from all over the world for the best vacation dining - including Nobu, Heston Blumenthal, Jaleo by José Andrés, Ariana's Persian Kitchen, La Mar by Gastón Acurio, Estiatorio Milos by Costas Spiliadis and Little Venice Cake Company by Mich Turner. There are also several pools across the property, including 44 private infinity pools in suites and penthouses, cabanas with private plunge pools, two adults-only pools at Nobu by the Beach and Cloud 22, as well as the Royal Pool for families, which also features a kid's pool. And…a 16,500-square-foot holistic spa Awaken Wellness.
Atlantis The Royal features 795 rooms, suites and signature penthouses (including eight accessible options), of which 44 suites and penthouses have their own private pools, across 43 stories and three towers: the Sunrise, Sunlight and Sunset. The luxurious rooms are decorated with hand-sculpted textures, leathers and geometrics, as well as bespoke amenities by luxury brands like Hermès, Frette and Graff.