Pool Day Holiday: The Best Swimming Pools in Dubai
Oh Dubai and its eternal sunshine! When you’re in a city that enjoys more sun than most parts of the world, you already know that a pool day is a must during your holiday.
The good news is: there’s no shortage of excellent swimming pools in Dubai.
In fact, the choices can get overwhelming. So, we saved you the hassle and rounded up some of the best swimming pools to spend a great pool day around the city.
Get your swimwear and sunblock ready!
SAL at Burj Al Arab
Website: https://www.jumeirah.com/en/dine/dubai/burj-al-arab-sal
Address: Ground Mezzanine Floor – Burj Al Arab – Jumeirah Street – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 800 323 232
Operating hours:
- 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM
- 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Price:
- AED 500 per person from Monday to Thursday (AED 250 F&B credit)
- AED 700 per person from Friday to Sunday (AED 350 F&B credit)
What better way to enjoy a sunny day than in a seven-star hotel? SAL in Burj Al Arab is one of the best swimming pools in Dubai for two reasons: luxury and exclusivity.
Imagine this: you’re doing laps in a 100-meter saltwater infinity pool with the Arabian Gulf in the background.
Do you just want to laze around while getting a tan? Take your pick from SAL’s 24 luxury day beds and 126 beach sunbeds!
Feel like an A-list celebrity for the day with SAL’s staff taking care of your every need. Need towels? Feeling hungry? Thirsty for a cocktail? They got you covered.
But we’re talking about Burj Al Arab here. So, let’s take that VIP experience further, shall we?
For AED 2,000 you get to relax in your own luxury cabana. Want to feel like royalty? Book that royal cabana for AED 7,000.
Feel like treating yourself to the ultimate pool day holiday? AED 10,000 gets you the panoramic cabana and an experience you’ll surely never forget.
Pro tip:
If you want to enter Burj Al Arab but can’t afford a suite, a pool pass at SAL is your next best option. This gives you access to the pool and lounge area as well as the lobby of the hotel.
SAL is also an award-winning restaurant that specializes in Southern Mediterranean cuisine, headed by Chef Paolo Mannis.
Cloud 22
Website: https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/dining/cloud22
Address: Atlantis the Royal – Crescent Road – Palm Jumeirah – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 426 2626
Operating hours:
- 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Price:
- AED 450 per person (Monday to Thursday)
- AED 650 per person (Friday to Sunday and all public holidays)
Located on the 22nd floor of Atlantis the Royal, Cloud 22 (hence the name) offers unparalleled views of the island and the city. This is a pool fit for royalty indeed!
This facility boasts of a 90-foot loong infinity pool, luxury cabanas and amenities fit for A-listers and VIPs. Here, you can lounge at one of the luxurious floating beds that give you unobstructed views of Palm Jumeirah.
But if you want more privacy and exclusivity, Cloud 22 has several luxury cabanas:
| Gulf View Cabana | AED 4,500 (Monday to Thursday) AED 6,000 (Friday to Sunday and public holidays) | – 6 guests- AED 1,000 per additional guest – includes a bottle of 0.75L champagne, fruit platter and amenities – private plunge pool – 2 sun loungers |
| East Palm Cabana | AED 10,000 (Monday to Thursday) AED 14,000 (Friday to Sunday and public holidays) | – 6 guests – AED 1,000 per additional guest – includes a bottle of 0.75L champagne, fruit platter and amenities- private plunge pool – 2 floating beds – direct infinity pool access |
| Duplex Pool Villa | AED 12,000 (Monday to Thursday) AED 15,000 (Friday to Sunday and public holidays) | – 8 guests- AED 1,000 per additional guest – includes a bottle of 0.75L champagne, fruit platter and amenities – private pool and elevated plunge pool – sun loungers |
Cloud 22 also serves an extensive food and drinks menu highlighting French Mediterranean cuisine. You can even arrange for a private lunch or dinner in your cabana, and Cloud 22’s team will take care of everything for you.
Pro tip:
All of Cloud 22’s cabanas are on a first come, first serve basis. Reservations are only accepted until 1:00 PM. Walk-ins will be welcomed after that.
Club Mina
Website: https://www.clubminadubai.com/
Address: King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St. – Dubai Marina – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 318 1420
Operating hours:
- 9:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Price:’
- Adults: AED 200 on weekdays, AED 300 on weekends and public holidays
- Children: AED 125 on weekdays, AED 175 on weekends
If you’re looking for a more family-friendly option that has pool and beach access, Club Mina in Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina is your best bet.
This exclusive resort will instantly transport you to the Caribbean with its luscious palm trees, vast grounds, straw cottages and a 500-meter private beach.
But what really makes Club Mina a favorite among families is its five temperature controlled swimming pools, including two shaded pools for kids!
The resort also has a swim-up pool bar where the adults can enjoy some mocktails, cocktails and tropical beverages while relaxing in the water. There are 1,300 sun loungers around the resort to make sure everyone has their own space to lie down and get a tan.
And if you want some down time, let the kids go to the Le Meridien Family Kids Club where they can play safely and enjoy different activities while the adults get a break.
If you get hungry during your pool day, you can order food at the restaurant that features gourmet beach cuisine.
Club Mina also has a fully equipped gym if you want to work out, male and female change rooms with sauna, plunge pool and steam room, and a group fitness studio.
Pro tip:
If you visit Dubai often, join Club Mina through these annual membership packages that gives you year-round access to all of the club’s facilities and enjoy exclusive benefits in the resort’s restaurant, bar, accommodation and other recreation activities.
AURA Sky Pool
Website: https://auraskypool.com/
Address: 50th Floor – The Palm Tower – Palm Jumeirah – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 5666 2121
Operating hours:
- 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Thursday and Sunday)
- 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM (Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday)
Price:
- Starts at AED 150 per person for AURA indoor lounge
- Starts at AED 200 per person for pool experiences
Located 50 floors high, AURA Sky Pool is the first and highest 360-degree infinity pool in the world.
Just imagine cooling down in a pool 200 meters above the ground while enjoying uninterrupted views of Palm Jumeirah and the Dubai skyline.
Dubbed as an “oasis in the sky,” the highlight of AURA is the 700-square meter pool and a pool deck with single or double sunbeds where you can relax after your swim.
To take your pool day to another level, you can also book these experiences with AURA:
| Sunrise Pool Experience Starts at AED 200 per person | From 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM Available only every Thursday and Sunday until 30 December. You can order food and drinks at the kitchen and bar with this breakfast menu. |
| Morning Pool Experience Starts at AED 250 per person | From 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM You can order food and drinks to be served poolside. |
| Afternoon Pool Experience Starts at AED 300 per person | From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM Pool stay can’t be extended beyond 7:00 PM. Sunbeds on the 1st row of Palm View and Ain Dubai will have an additional minimum spend on food and drinks to be paid in advance. |
| Evening Pool Experience Starts at AED 225 per person | From 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM Available only every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Pool stay can’t be extended beyond 11:00 PM. Covers only pool access and doesn’t include access to the indoor lounge. |
| Full Day Pool Experience Starts at AED 675 per person | From 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM You can arrive at any time of the day. |
| New Year’s Day Swim Starts at AED 600 per person | From 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM Includes a complimentary glass of Laurent Perrier Brut NV. Choice of Pan-Asian dishes from the a la carte menu. |
Take note that rates will vary from these experiences depending on the seating that you choose. Check the floor plan ahead of time to know which spot suits your preferences best.
AURA also has an indoor lounge that’s wrapped around by the infinity pool where you can enjoy meals and drinks throughout the day.
*You can enjoy different experiences in this lounge depending on whether you want to go during lunch, brunch or dinner.
Want to enjoy unlimited bubbly? Book the restaurant’s Bubbly Nights for two hours of free flowing drinks.
Pro tip:
Reservations for pool experiences are open for up to 60 days in advance, so make sure to book your slot early since dates can easily get full.
All pool experiences include a seating option at the deck where your food and drinks will be served.
If you want to access the indoor lounge, make a separate reservation ahead of time.
DRIFT Beach Dubai
Website: https://driftbeachdubai.com/
Address: One&Only Royal Mirage – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 315 2200
Operating hours:
- 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Price:
- AED 150 per person (Monday to Friday)
- AED 200 per person (Saturday and Sunday)
With an atmosphere reminiscent of Greece and all the luxurious amenities that you’d want in a beach club, DRIFT is one of the hottest swimming spots in Dubai!
The beachside club offers access to a one-kilometer long private beach and a stunning infinity pool surrounded by lush surroundings and overlooking the city skyline.
DRIFT is all about living the good life where you shouldn’t think of anything else but relaxing.
Need a bite to eat? Dine al fresco at the restaurant where you can jump right into the pool right after. Ain’t that fun?
Chef Sylvian Noel is constantly innovating his menu, putting modern twists to classic Provencal cuisine.
After enjoying a world-class meal, of course, you have to treat yourself to a cocktail – or two – during happy hour.
But why stop at happy hour when you can party all night long at DRIFT?
Now, if you want that extra privacy or you just feel like giving yourself the ultimate VIP treatment, you can book a drift bed or cabana:
| VIP Drift Beds Luxury cabana with cushions and white shades | AED 1,000 for two people with a bottle of house Rose or white wine AED 1,500 for two people with a bottle of Moet Ice Imperial or “R” de Ruinart AED 2,500 for two people with a bottle of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs or Ruinart Rose *AED 150 per additional guest from Monday to Friday and AED 200 from Saturday to Sunday. |
| Drift Island Beds Luxury sun loungers next to the swimming pool | AED 1,500 for two people with a bottle of Moet Ice Imperial or “R” de Ruinart AED 2,500 for two people with a bottle of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs or Ruinart Rose *AED 150 per additional guest from Monday to Friday and AED 200 from Saturday to Sunday. |
| Private Beach Cabana Exclusive cabana with a dedicated waiter, welcome fruit platter and water | AED 6,000 for 8 guests from Monday to Friday AED 9,000 for 8 guests from Saturday to Sunday *AED 500 per additional guest but maximum of 2 extras. |
Pro tip:
Keep in mind that DRIFT only allows guests 16 years old and above. Moreover, guests 16-20 years old should be accompanied by a parent.
Nobu by the Beach
Website: https://noburestaurants.com/dubai-by-the-beach
Address: Atlantis the Royal – Crescent Road – Palm Jumeirah – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 426 1600
Operating hours:
- 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Price:
- AED 250 per person from Monday to Thursday
- AED 350 per person from Friday to Sunday and all public holidays
You’ve probably already heard about internationally acclaimed restaurant Nobu. But Chef Nobu Matsuhisa has another trick up his sleeve with Nobu by the Beach.
You already know Nobu to be a favorite of celebrities and A-listers for its world-class food.
But Nobu by the Beach takes that experience up a notch with the addition of an exclusive swimming pool where you can cool down after enjoying all that sushi.
And because it’s in Atlantis the Royal – yes, that hotel where Beyonce performed – you get sweeping views of Palm Jumeirah as you enjoy a good pool day.
You also have the option to book one of these loungers, daybeds or cabanas depending on your preferences:
| Sun Loungers | AED 250 per person from Monday to Thursday AED 350 per person from Friday to Sunday and all public holidays |
| Day Beds | AED 1,000 per couple from Monday to Thursday AED 1,500 per couple from Friday to Sunday and all public holidays *Daybeds are only available for up to two guests. |
| Open Air Cabana | AED 3,000 per cabana from Monday to Thursday with AED 1,500 redeemable on food and beverage AED 5,000 per cabana from Friday to Sunday and public holidays with a welcome platter and 0.75L bottle of champagne *Cabanas are only available for up to 6 guests |
| Air Conditioned Cabana | AED 5,500 per cabana from Monday to Thursday with AED 3,000 redeemable on food and beverage AED 8,000 per cabana from Friday to Sunday and public holidays with a welcome platter and 0.75L bottle of champagne *Cabanas are only available for up to 8 guests |
| Private Pool | AED 7,500 per cabana from Monday to Thursday with AED 4,000 redeemable on food and beverage AED 12,500 per cabana from Friday to Sunday and public holidays with a welcome platter and 0.75L bottle of champagne *Cabanas are only available for up to 10 guests |
Pro tip:
Loungers, day beds and cabanas are all on a first come, first serve basis. Head to the hotel early if you want to secure the best spot at the beach club.
Take note that the pool is only available for guests 21 years and above.
The restaurant welcomes children of all ages from 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM. After 8:30 PM, only children 12 years and above are welcome.