Between the desert and the Persian Gulf, the most futuristic city in the United Arab Emirates rises in shimmering contrast. Synonymous with innovation and bold reinvention, Dubai blends skyscrapers, beaches, restaurants, and a cultural scene that evolves at dizzying speed. Here are the HOT spots you can’t miss.
Where to Stay
Atlantis The Palm
Considered one of Dubai’s most iconic hotels, Atlantis The Palm dazzles with its Atlantis-inspired architecture and privileged location on Palm Jumeirah. More than a place to stay, it delivers an immersive world where art, luxury, and fantasy merge: marine-inspired murals, monumental interiors, and underwater suites overlooking the aquarium create an extraordinary experience.
Address: Crescent Rd – Nakhlat Jumeira – Dubai
T. +971 4 426 0000
Atlantis The Royal
Designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox, this hotel stands out with architecture that seems to defy gravity: suspended glass blocks, a spectacular sky bridge overlooking the Persian Gulf, and private pools that blend seamlessly into the horizon. Inside, desert-inspired materials, natural light, and contemporary elegance define the aesthetic, while smart-suite technology positions it among the most innovative hotels in the world.
D. Palm Jumeirah – Crescent Rd – Nakhlat Jumeira – Dubai
T. +971 4 426 0000
Where to Eat
Avatara
Located on Palm Jumeirah, Avatara elevates vegetarian cuisine into a sensory and spiritual journey. Under the direction of Chef Rahul Rana, the tasting menu reinterprets Indian cooking with modern, minimalist techniques. Each dish is designed to connect the senses through local ingredients, memory, and emotion in a warm, serene setting.
Address: Dubai Hills Estate, Business Park 1 – Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid – Dubai Hills – Dubai
Phone: +971 800 1604
Al Muntaha
Perched on the 27th floor of an architectural icon on the island, Al Muntaha offers high-end dining with panoramic views over the Persian Gulf. Led by Chef Saverio Sbaragli, the kitchen blends French and Italian techniques with seasonal local ingredients, presented through a refined and modern lens.
Address: Piso 27, Burj Al Arab Jumeirah – Jumeira St – Dubai
Phone: +971 800 323232
Where to Drink
Blind Tiger
Facing the sea in the Turtle Lagoon area, this speakeasy-style bar serves artisanal cocktails in an intimate, art-deco atmosphere with views of the Gulf. With its discreet location and creative drinks menu, Blind Tiger has become one of Dubai’s most sought-after nightspots.
Address: 45PP+WQ4 – Jumeirah Al Naseem – 906 Jumeira St – Umm Suqeim 3 – Dubai
Phone: +971 800 323232
Buddha – Bar
Located in the heart of Dubai Marina, Buddha-Bar occupies two floors of the Grosvenor House hotel and is distinguished by its dramatic décor: majestic red-and-gold chandeliers, expansive windows overlooking the marina, and an imposing Buddha statue. Its upscale nightlife ambiance makes it one of the most coveted bars in the city.
Address: Grosvenor House Dubai – Al Emreef St – Dubai
Phone: +971 4 317 6000
