The land of fables and legends, mystique and romance, Dubai has truly much to be proud of: blue waters fringed by palm trees and miles of lovely beaches, towering skyscrapers and world-class restaurants, huge shopping malls and tons of attractions, plus a myriad of land and water activities that make it the sports capital of the Middle East. Dubai is where it’s simply easy to be a tourist. Here beauty and luxury have no limits and the only thing you should do is to leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life aside and relax and unwind at your heart’s content.
The Dubai Hotel market has played an important role in the development of this amazing holiday destination. The proof of this is the quantity of new luxury hotels, man-made islands and resorts opening their doors in front of travelers year after year. The year of 2013 was no exception. Here are 3 of the newest hotels that turned their heads in the emirate this year.
Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
Boasting a privileged location on the edge of Dubai’s iconic Palm Jumeirah – a man-mad archipelago of islands, which has the shape of a palm tree when viewed from above, the brand-new Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort and Spa is the fourteenth hotel and residency of the jigsaw that brings genuine Asian-inspired hospitality to its striking Arabian setting.
Set amid lush landscaping and carefully designed to ensure maximum privacy, the hotel’s 293 stylish rooms, suites and pool villas, overlooking its amazing lagoons or the Palm, welcome guests with Asian-inspired luxury, tasteful furnishings and the utmost facilities to make guests’ stay one to remember for a long time. Lagoon-style swimming pools run throughout the dense complex of Thai-style buildings, which are no taller than two storeys, and guests staying on the ground floor can slip into the pools from their balconies.
Among hotel facilities are a 400-meter private beach, three natural lagoons, a shoreline infinity pool, a state-of-the-art Spa, two kids’ clubs, a modern fitness center, two tennis courts and a ballroom. Dining options include six themed restaurants and bars, including Crescendo, an all-day dining venue, serving classic Middle Eastern and international cuisine; Mekong, where you can try Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese dishes; Beach House; The Lotus Lounge; and Mai Bar, a great place to relax with refreshing drinks.
Hotel Novotel Dubai Al Barsha
A new addition to Dubai’s ‘endless’ hotel list, the brand new 4 star Hotel Novotel Dubai Al Barsha is an ideal choice for those wishing to stay right in the center of Dubai. Close to DG Metro and Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center, as well as to all major business hubs and key leisure attractions of Dubai, the hotel comes to offer visitors ultimate comfort and service, with new approaches and offerings.
465 spacious, air-conditioned rooms featuring private bathrooms, minibars and flat screen TVs await guests of all interests; complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, while satellite programming is available for fun and entertainment. As to dining, the hotel features five dining establishments and a coffee shop/café.
Among hotel facilities are also gift shop, business center, computer station, faxing facilities, concierge, fitness center, spa/wellness center, golf course, and an outdoor swimming pool.
Conrad Dubai
Another newly opened hotel in Downtown Dubai luxury travelers will surely appreciate; the stunning Conrad Dubai is a 555-room 5 star hotel set between Sheikh Zayed Road and Business Bay, where your memorable stay is simply guaranteed.
Simply put, all the services and amenities you would expect from Hilton Worldwide and you’ll see the true face of Conrad Dubai: amazing guestrooms with the best in design, comfort and technology; exquisite cuisine served in contemporary restaurants; top-class recreational facilities such as spa, steam room, massage, outdoor pool and fitness center, along with more than 29 meeting rooms holding 1,900 people, and an elite team of professionals who are there to help your event to be a success. Words are not enough to describe the luxury you’ll find at Conrad Dubai. The hotel is truly a one-stop hideaway for quality hotel accommodation in Dubai, which must be stayed to be believed!
