These Rooftop Pools in Dubai Almost Drowned My Friends in Envy
Sometimes, the hustle culture gets to me, and I just need a minute. Well, I actually prefer a full day (or two)! Imagine this: peace and quiet, a pool with sky views, a cozy cabana, and a sweet cocktail in hand—this is my happy place whenever I meditate.
Unfortunately, I’m often busier than a bee, so I couldn’t make this a regular (or even occasional) reality. But thankfully, I have friends who are dead set on dragging me out and making sure I relax for real.
Recently, they practically hauled me over to some of the best rooftop pools in Dubai so I could live out my wildest meditation fantasies. Check out our favorite spots below!
Where can I see the best Dubai rooftop pools?
There are many places where you can see the best Dubai rooftop pools! Swing by refreshing and scenic spots like Aura Skypool, CE LA VI, Cloud 22, High Society, and NH Collection.
CÉ LA VI
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Website: https://www.celavi.com/en/dubai/
Address: Address Sky View – Tower 2 – Level 54, Address Sky View Hotel – Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd
Contact Details: +971 4 582 6111, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Sunday to Friday – 12 PM to 3 AM
- Saturday – 12:30 PM to 3 AM
Admission Costs:
- Starts at AED 250
CE LA VI offers amazing views of the tallest tower in the world, the Burj Khalifa. For us, it’s no wonder it’s among the most popular restaurant bars with a rooftop pool in Dubai!
We think you can make the most of this spot by having a weekend brunch or a nice fancy meal while basking in the nice vistas. If you want, you may also check out the premium shisha (flavored tobacco) at the pool deck.
Just note that while the restaurant and pool deck are open to all, only hotel guests are allowed to dip in the infinity pool.
Pro tips:
Is your birthday coming up? If you celebrate at CÉ LA VI with 10 people or more, you and your special someone won’t have to pay!
Are you into crypto? This spot now accepts crypto payments! This includes Bitcoin, Ethereum, Palla Token, Tether ERC20, Tether TRC20, Tron, and USDC ER20.
Cloud 22
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Website: https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/dining/cloud22
Address: Atlantis The Royal – Crescent Rd – Palm Jumeirah
Contact Details: +971 4 426 2700, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Sunday to Wednesday – 10 AM to 8 PM
- Thursday to Saturday – 10 AM to 11 PM
Admission Costs:
- Starts at AED 300
If you want to feel like you’re on a cloud, the posh Cloud 22 at Atlantis The Royal offers daybeds over the pool! The resort’s sky deck connects its 2 skyscraping towers, which we think makes it look even more luxurious.
Here, you can enjoy cabanas with AC. You can book a slot in the morning, during the sunset, or the whole day. But what we love most is the new moonlight sessions 3 nights a week (Thursdays to Saturdays).
Also, we reckon you might like the Italian Mediterranean cuisine! We recommend the baked lobster, grilled lamb chops, and Tuscan chocolate cake. The piña colada mocktail is a refreshing drink to pair the food with too, in our opinion.
Pro tips:
Keep in mind that booking the cheapest sunbeds at Cloud 22 might end up with you being tucked away in the corner with no view. Choose wisely!
Want more privacy? Book one of its VVIP sections with a private pool in advance!
High Society
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Website: https://www.dorchestercollection.com/dubai/the-lana
Address: Marasi Dr – Business Bay
Contact Details: +971 4 541 7755, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Wednesday, Sunday – 12 PM to 3:30 PM, 5 PM to 1 AM
- Thursday to Saturday – 12 PM to 3:30 PM, 5 PM to 2 AM
Admission Costs:
- Kids over 12 – AED 500 (fully redeemable)
- Adults – AED 750 (fully redeemable)
High Society has a rooftop oasis at The Lana where you can enjoy Michelin-star chef Jean Imbert’s famous Mediterranean menu. We like the eggplant miso, smoked trout pizza, and chocolate chip cookie bowl.
It boasts among the UAE’s biggest champagne selection too, so we believe you’re in for a celebratory vibe! We say try the Cleopatra Glow (cinnamon vodka) or the Mint Julep (bourbon whisky) first.
We also believe this spot is great for many families—visitors over 12 are welcome for a fully redeemable fee on food and beverages.
Pro tips:
Remember to reserve at High Society well in advance since the slots are only limited at a time.
If you have a preferred seat, it’s best to communicate this with the staff upon booking to avoid any hassle later.
View 180
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Website: https://world.nh-hotels.com/en/nh-collection-dubai-the-palm
Address: Plot No. 220 – NH Collection – Palm – Jumeirah
Contact Details: +971 4 549 7777, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday – 10 AM to 6 PM
Admission Costs:
- Starts at AED 150
Another Dubai rooftop pool that links two towers is NH Collection’s View 180, overlooking the city skyline and Dubai Eye. Its infinity pool measures 50 meters long, which we feel is long enough as this is pretty standard for the Olympics!
But what caught our attention the most were the deck loungers, where visitors can enjoy temperature-controlled water—chilly dips no more!
You can also enjoy this with the European menu. Choose from Spanish, Italian, and Asian flavors to make the views sweeter! Our favorites are the grilled seabream, Tom Yam pizza (combined Thai Tom Yum soup and pizza flavors), and crispy chicken wings.
Pro tip:
Using the valet service at View 180? Great! Just be sure to check which one you’re using—the hotel one or the Nakheel valet—to avoid any inconvenience later.
Paros
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Website: https://www.parosdubai.com/
Address: Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers – DMCC Plot No. 2-27, Al Thanyah
Contact Details: +971 4 574 1111, [email protected], [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Sunday to Tuesday – 12 PM to 1 AM
- Wednesday to Saturday – 12 PM to 3 AM
Admission Costs:
- Starts at AED 75
Being on the 46th floor of the Taj Jumeirah Lake Towers, Paros gives off a magnificent towering feel all over the city. We love that you can see everything from here—Dubai Marina, Burj Al Arab, Burj Khalifa, Emirates Golf Course, Arabian Gulf, and beyond!
We adore the delectable Greek cuisine as well. We say get your hands on the zucchini fritters, Wagyu beef steak, and shrimp right away. The picturesque sunset views are also perfect for a sip of rosé wine or your favorite cocktail, in our opinion.
And after spending the whole day at this spot, we reckon you’re in for a fun night with the DJs playing vibey lounge music. Note that they can be a bit loud, though.
Pro tip:
We think it’s smart to reach out to Paros if there are other private events happening on your booking day. This way, you can enjoy both its left (bar side) and right areas without restrictions.
Privilege
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Website: https://slshotels.com/dubai/restaurants-and-bars/privilege/
Address: SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences – Marasi Dr – Business Bay
Contact Details: +971 4 607 0737, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Thursday – 9 AM to 3 AM
- Friday to Sunday – 9 AM to 4 AM
Admission Costs:
- Starts at AED 250 per person
If height is what you’re looking for, SLS Dubai’s Privilege nightclub boasts one of the highest rooftop swim areas in the city! There’s also not one, but two infinity pools, so we bet there’s enough room here for a refreshing dip.
Though both pools are small, we think the spot makes up for it with great music and a vibrant ambiance. Plus, we believe you shouldn’t miss out on the signature burger, chipotle (smoked chili) fried chicken, and coco loco dessert!
Do keep in mind that the swimming areas are open from 9 am for hotel guests and noon onwards for dining visitors.
Pro tip:
Motivated to make your Saturdays a blast? Visit Privilege on this day for its famous pool party—think epic beats, cool drinks, and vibes!
Tapasake
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Website: https://www.thelinkdubai.com/tapasake
Address: The Link – Za’abeel 1 – Za’abeel The Link – 27 Floor
Contact Details: +971 4 666 1617, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Sunday to Tuesday – 10 AM to 7 PM
- Wednesday to Saturday – 10 AM to 1 AM
Admission Costs:
- Starts at AED 250
Tapasake at One&Only One Za’abeel provides a sleek skyline swim with vistas so high that we think you’ll feel like you’re in the clouds. It also has the UAE’s longest infinity pool (120 meters long!), which makes it one of our top picks.
The infinity beds can also be reserved for 2 people and include a nice bottle of Rose wine—a wonderful date idea, we say.
As for the grub, this venue offers a colorful menu of Nikkei (fusion of Japanese and Peruvian) flavors and exciting nightlife experiences. Our recommendations are the black cod, 24-hour short ribs, and fruit and mochi platter.
Pro tip:
During the summer, it’s wise to arrive at Tapasake early to secure spots with umbrellas—there are only a few ones here, so getting a bit of a tan (or sunburn) is possible.
Tasca
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Website: https://www.mandarinoriental.com/en/dubai/jumeira-beach/dine/tasca-by-jose-avillez
Address: Mandarin Oriental Jumeira – Jumeirah Beach Rd – Jumeirah – Jumeirah 1
Contact Details: +971 4 777 2231, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday, Sunday – 12:30 PM to 3 PM, 6:30 PM to 11 PM
- Saturday – 12:30 PM to 4 PM, 6:30 PM to 11 PM
Admission Costs:
- Starts at AED 300
Mandarin Oriental Jumeira’s elegant 6th-floor restaurant Tasca offers a beautiful infinity pool with several fancy sun loungers. From here, you can see Dubai’s twinkling skyline on one side and the Arabian Gulf on the other—hello, sea breeze!
The few sunbeds make this spot a first-come, first-served experience. But if you want to taste the restaurant’s Portuguese flavors, like the signature seafood rice and spicy roasted octopus, we think the early reservation would be worth it.
On top of that, the open kitchen concept here seems pretty cool! For us, watching the chefs in action adds an extra layer of excitement to the whole experience.
Pro tip:
Many of Tasca’s dishes are on the more flavorful or saltier side. We recommend letting the staff know if you want any adjustments made beforehand, such as less salt, no tomato base for seafood rice, and the like.
Zeta Seventy Seven
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Website: https://www.addresshotels.com/en/restaurant/zeta-seventy-seven/
Address: Address Beach Resort – Al Mamsha St – Dubai Marina
Contact Details: +971 4 879 8866, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday – 12 PM to 9 PM
Infinity Pool Access:
- Monday to Sunday – 5 PM to 10 PM
Admission Costs:
- AED 477 per sunbed
Those who want to see something impressive must visit Zeta Seventy Seven’s rooftop pool—we’re in awe that this spot broke the Guinness World Record in 2021 at 293.906 meters high!
With or without having a pool day, we think you can enjoy fantastic Asian dishes like spicy seafood soup, avocado rolls, and miso lobster. We suggest cooling off under the sun with a mochi ice cream too!
Just remember that this chic spot is mainly for hotel guests. But if you’re not checking in, you can still book a cabana (good for 4 guests).
Pro tip:
For us, the best way to access the pool at Zeta Seventy Seven is by booking a night at the hotel. We think the cabanas here can be quite pricey, so this is a way to save more.
La Ville Hotels & Suites
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Address: Al Multaqa St – Al Wasl
Contact Details: +971 4 403 3111, [email protected], [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday – 7 AM to 10 PM
Admission Costs:
- Starts at AED 100 per person (fully redeemable on food and beverage)
Wishing for a quiet place away from the city chaos? La Ville Hotels & Suites is known for its serene mornings on the rooftop, so we feel you better get here early!
Apart from the rooftop bar, the guests have 3 restaurants and a lobby cafe to choose from. We bet you’ll have ample dining options to keep you full while basking in the amazing sights near Downtown Dubai.
When the evening comes, though, it becomes a lot more vibrant as the crowd fills the place. The way we see it, they come here for the romantic sunsets that make the chicken wraps, watermelon slices, or sparkling wine taste even better.
Pro tip:
We heard the rooftop pool at La Ville Hotels & Suites is usually (or almost) empty in the mornings. If you want a more peaceful experience, try to be the early bird here!
25hours Hotel
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Website: https://all.accor.com/a/en.html
Address: Street off Sheikh Zayed Road – Trade Centre – Trade Centre 2
Contact Details: +971 4 210 2525, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday – 10 AM to 10 PM
Admission Costs:
- The rooftop pool is free of charge to hotel guests.
The 25hours Hotel’s rooftop pool might not be as high as the others, but we believe it’s still worth a visit. For one, its glorious views of the Museum of the Future make it one of our favorites.
When the sun is out, we think you might find the terrace pool a cool place to chill. Just make sure to come here a bit earlier to beat other hotel guests to it.
Later in the evening, we recommend indulging at the Monkey Bar with Latin-American dishes like Peruvian empanadas, beef ribeye skewers with chimichurri sauce, and pineapple meringue cake. For us, the jungle-like environment sets a fun vibe here too!
Pro tip:
Remember to make a reservation for the 25hours Hotel’s rooftop bar, since it’s still possible to be declined entry via walk-in, even if you’re a hotel guest. Better safe than sorry!
Tonino Lamborghini Mare Nostrum
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Address: Radisson Resort Hotel, West Palm Beach – Palm Jumeirah
Contact Details: +971 58 559 4222, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday – 11 AM to 1 AM
Admission Costs:
- Starts at AED 200
Want to talk fancy schmancy? Tonino Lamborghini Mare Nostrum is a posh waterside spot on Palm Jumeirah—actually, the only rooftop pool at Palm West Beach! It also hits the trifecta of having a pool, bar, and restaurant, so we reckon there’s plenty to enjoy.
We love that it showcases a trendy, Mediterranean feel as well. For one, it offers 2 private hot tubs overlooking the sea!
Other than that, its dining spots let visitors capture the iconic Burj Al Aran, Ain Dubai, and the like. In our book, this is perfect while munching on some fresh seafood, char-grilled lobster salad, or homemade pasta.
Pro tip:
Do note that the DJ’s music at Tonino Lamborghini Mare Nostrum can be a tad too loud, which makes it harder to chat with pals. Just give a polite heads-up to the staff so they can easily adjust this when needed.
Aura Skypool
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Website: https://auraskypool.com/
Address: Palm Jumeirah, The Palm Tower – 50th Floor – The Palm Jumeirah
Contact Details: +971 4 566 2121, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday, Thursday, and Sunday – 6 AM to 7 PM
- Tuesday – 10 AM to 11 PM
- Wednesday – 10 AM to 9 PM
- Friday to Saturday – 7 AM to 11 PM
Admission Costs:
- Sunrise Pool Experience – Starts at AED 200
OK, this isn’t exactly on the rooftop, but we say it’s pretty close! Aura Skypool is up on the 50th floor with a marvelous 360-degree concept.
Though the view you reserve (e.g., Burj Al Arab, Marina with Ain Dubai, and Palm) is where your seat will be assigned, you can still swim around to see it all! It’s also handy for us that you can book a sunbed or table in the morning, at noon, or the entire day.
We love that there are many fun activities to indulge in too, such as evening brunches, sunset swims, pool parties, and sunrise wellness sessions in the lounge.
Pro tip:
Take your cozy experience at Aura Skypool to the next level with a relaxing foot massage! Alternatively, you can go for a rejuvenating morning yoga session before breakfast.