Luxury Hotel Suites
Dubai’s hotels are the lifeblood of local industry: the emirate is expected to attract 8.8 million international visitors in 2012, making it the eighth most visited city in the world. And despite there already being 386 hotels in the city (64 of which are five-star), the number of new luxury hotels continues to grow. Below are profiled the most lavish hotel suites in the city: very likely five of which are of the most opulent in the world. You know, just in case you wanted to push the boat out….
Royal Suite. Burj Al Arab
The stately and opulent 2 bedroom Royal Suite on the 25th floor is the last word in luxury, with its lavishly appointed interiors, majestic colour scheme and sumptuous furnishings.
The Royal Suite, at a height of 321 meters, is comparable to a sail in the wind – It is sure to meet the expectations of even the most demanding visitor. The suite possesses its own private elevator, which connects its lower level dining room and study with the bedrooms of the upper level. The enormous big screen TV doesn’t only have a DVD player, but its own private theatre.
Similarly, there isn’t only a butler, but also a chauffeur, who waits patiently with his Rolls-Royce to take you wherever your heart desires to go. That is, if you don’t want to go by helicopter…
Price: From Dhs70,000 per night
Lost Chambers Suite. Atlantis
If you are looking for the most intimate and romantic setting for your holiday look no further than the Atlantis Underwater Suites; Poseidon and Neptune.
Both bedroom and bath views face directly into the mesmerising underwater world of the Ambassador Lagoon.
Stretching over three floors, the Neptune and Poseidon Suites welcome guests with a grand foyer leading down a sweeping staircase into an elegant aquatic-themed dining and living area, with butler's pantry. Then, of course, there are the sumptuous bed and bathrooms with their underwater views.
If guests are unable to tear themselves away from watching the 65,000 marine animals, a 24-hour dedicated private butler is available to serve refreshments. Floor-to-ceiling viewing panels into the Ambassador Lagoon from both the bedroom and the bathroom
Price: From Dhs30,000 per night
Presidential Suite. Shangri La
Epitomizing refined luxury, the two Presidential Suites at Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai, command superb sea and city views.
Each Presidential Suite is furnished with contemporary décor and equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Highly-trained butlers provide discreet yet convenient service, ideal for conducting business, hosting events, or simply enjoying unique exclusivity with loved ones.
Staying at Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai gives you easy access to Dubai’s intriguing attractions. It takes you just 15 minutes to get to the hotel from Dubai International Airport, while the World Trade Centre, Dubai Convention Centre and downtown Burj Khalifa are just five minutes away.
Price: From Dhs12,000 per night
Armani Dubai Suite. Armani Hotel
This one-of-a-kind Armani Dubai suite was designed by Mr Giorgio Armani himself. In fact, the he likes the suite so much he stays here on every visit, and he hand-picked the books in the library.
Perched on the 39th floor of the world’s tallest building, this 390 sq m suite offers spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf. The suite features two luxurious bedrooms – one with what’s described as an ‘oversized’ king-size bed (would that be emperor-sized?) and the other with twin-bedded accommodation. Both bedrooms feature a 40-inch LCD flatscreen television, and en-suite bathrooms. The living room is equipped with a full-service bar counter and private pantry. Perhaps most impressive is the private gym, which boasts the latest cardio equipment.
Price: From Dhs40,000 per night
Atlantis Bridge Suite. Atlantis Hotel
This 924 sq m suite spans the Royal Towers, above the signature arch of Atlantis Hotel.
There are vast lounges, two terraces boasting views of the Palm, the coastline and the Arabian Gulf, and three bedroom suites.
Did someone say 24-hour personal butler and chef service?
If you’ve got enough friends, you can sit them around the 16-seater dining table.
The aforementioned dining table is bedecked in gold-leaf. And yes, this is where Kim Kardashian and mum Kris stayed.
Price: From Dhs129,000 per night
Imperial Suite. Fairmont Hotel
This one-of-a-kind Armani Dubai suite was designed by Mr Giorgio Armani himself. In fact, the he likes the suite so much he stays here on every visit, and he hand-picked the books in the library.
Perched on the 39th floor of the world’s tallest building, this 390 sq m suite offers spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf. The suite features two luxurious bedrooms – one with what’s described as an ‘oversized’ king-size bed (would that be emperor-sized?) and the other with twin-bedded accommodation. Both bedrooms feature a 40-inch LCD flatscreen television, and en-suite bathrooms. The living room is equipped with a full-service bar counter and private pantry. Perhaps most impressive is the private gym, which boasts the latest cardio equipment.
Price: From Dhs20,000 per night
Ski Chalet. Kempinski Hotel
What better place to escape the heat than in a ski chalet? In Dubai. That’s right: in the city that has everything (except snow storms), Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates offers what is perhaps the most bizarre of luxury hotel suites in the form of the three-bedroom Grand Ski Chalet, which boasts views of Ski Dubai’s snowy slopes, as well as cosy, alpine-style interiors.
An overnight stay includes a kids’ ski lesson for two, access to Ski Dubai for four, and a spa treatment for two, as well as a bespoke dinner party for six people, courtesy of the hotel’s top chefs.
Price: From Dhs35,000 per night
Imperial Suite. The Palace Hotel
Located on the very last floor of the hotel, the original and tastefully decorated Imperial Suite is the most opulent of the suites, taking up two levels at the face of the hotel.
The Imperial Suite exudes pure luxury and features four bedrooms with two spacious living rooms, a study room, two dining rooms and four bathrooms.
Its best feature might be its great views of The Dubai Fountain.
Price: From Dhs35,000 per night
Spa Suite. The Address Downtown Dubai
With a generously-proportioned private outdoor spa bath, private balcony and spacious terrace complete with sun loungers and views over The Dubai Fountain, a Spa Suite is a haven of relaxation in tourist-frenzied Downtown Dubai.
At just over 1,700 sq ft, the whole suite is bigger than an average two-bedroom apartment in the city
Price: From Dhs8,000 per night
Grand King Suite. Rixos The Palm
With a generously-proportioned private outdoor spa bath, private balcony and spacious terrace complete with sun loungers and views over The Dubai Fountain, a Spa Suite is a haven of relaxation in tourist-frenzied Downtown Dubai.
At just over 1,700 sq ft, the whole suite is bigger than an average two-bedroom apartment in the city
Price: From Dhs8,000 per night