Sky-high, glass-fronted or perched above the Palm – these are the swimming pools that make Dubai unlike anywhere else on earth.
Address Beach Resort JBR
The world’s highest infinity pool, perched 93 meters high on the 77th floor of Address Beach Resort JBR, offers some of the most breathtaking views in Dubai. This record-breaking rooftop stretches nearly 100 meters in length, flanked by swaying palm trees and plush loungers, with an unrivalled panorama of Bluewaters Island, Ain Dubai, and Palm Jumeirah. Until recently, access was exclusive to in-house guests, but now, day pass visitors can experience this sky-high retreat. With limited space, reservations are highly recommended.
Addess Sky View
Homegrown brand Address Hotels have been making quite a name for itself in recent years by constructing a series of stunning swimming pools. Located next to Pan Asian hotspot CÉ LA VI on level 54 of Address Sky View is the gorgeous sky deck offering easily the best view of Burj Khalifa in town. Featuring desirable lounging areas, cabanas, a refreshing pool bar and a large sun deck, Address Sky View is the place to see and be seen as the sun sinks below the horizon.
AURA Skypool & Lounge
The world’s highest 360° infinity pool sits pretty on the 50th floor of the newly inaugurated Palm Tower (also home to SUSHISAMBA Dubai). Expect an entirely new vantage point 200-meters above the city from a pool that can be used to quite literally swim in the sky! Pairing sunbeds and swimwear with contemporary Asian flavours and laidback vibes, AURA Skypool combines its extraordinary location and carefully crafted design with a memorable experience that should be at the top of your Dubai bucket list. With a capacity for just 160 guests, AURA never feels crowded.
Beach by FIVE
Palm Jumeriah’s most happening address offers multiple options for splashing about. FIVE Palm Jumeirah offers revellers a palm flanked central pool, private beach and breathtaking glass-lined pool topped with a stunning chandelier for the perfect Instagram shot. Beach by FIVE is home to double width sun loungers, cabanas and jacuzzis for fun in the sun.
Cloud 22
Indulge in an opulent private cabana that boasts a personal plunge pool, or immerse yourself in the 90-meter infinity sky pool that offers spectacular vistas of Palm Jumeirah and the Arabian Gulf. Sip on exquisitely concocted cocktails or relish in a delectable poolside menu that includes golden-burgers, all of which are available exclusively for in-house guests staying at Atlantis The Royal.
Four Seasons DIFC
One of Dubai’s most Instagrammable swimming pools can be found on the rooftop of the luxurious Four Seasons DIFC. This glass-fronted pool offers skyline views and pretty parasols, allowing for photo opportunities above and below the water, with the Sheikh Zayed Road skyline as your backdrop.
High Society, The Lana
Soaring above the city at The Lana, High Society is a rooftop pool experience with views of the iconic Burj Khalifa. Enjoy beautiful dishes by chef Jean Imbert’s exquisite Mediterranean menu. Boasting the UAE’s largest champagne selection and a lively poolside vibe, High Society is an unmissable destination for those who appreciate the finer things in life.
InterContinental Dubai Festival City
Set in one of Dubai’s cosmopolitan destinations, InterContinental Dubai Festival City offers an exquisite luxury experience with opulent rooms and top-notch dining with a Michelin starred chef. Yet, it’s the swimming pool that keeps us coming back. The panoramic glass pool juts out from the side of the building, providing stunning views of the Dubai Creek.
Nikki Beach Dubai
Celebrate life on the waterfront of Pearl Jumeira. The multi-faceted Nikki Beach Dubai offers guests a sense of unrestrained luxury and one seriously Insta-worthy venue. The private beach and shimmering pool are flanked by slender palm trees and strategically placed parasols, while tribal touches and blindingly bright white décor are used to striking effect. Here you can sip on a cocktail and relax poolside in submerged sun loungers while listening to the hypnotic beats from a live DJ.
One&Only One Za’abeel
Perched atop The Link at One&Only One Za’abeel, Tapasake is a breathtaking poolside retreat that redefines luxury in Dubai. Home to the UAE’s longest infinity pool, this sleek urban oasis offers uninterrupted city views, a vibrant menu of bold Nikkei flavours, and an atmosphere of refined indulgence. Set within a striking cantilever of world-class dining and nightlife, Tapasake delivers an elevated pool day experience like no other.
Palazzo Versace Dubai
With three swimming pools to select from, it’s the central pool at this fashion hotel that you want to make a beeline for. The effortlessly stylish pool with its bougainvillaea structures and inviting waters comes inlaid with a mosaic of the iconic Medusa head synonymous with the Versace brand. Offering a large body of water overlooking Dubai’s historic creek, Palazzo Versace Dubai is easily one of the city’s most luxurious pool offerings.
SAL at Jumeirah Burj Al Arab
Few hotels have the pull and allure of the sail-shaped Burj Al Arab. Situated on a private island off the Dubai coast, this luxurious property features several swimming pools, but none can quite match the grandeur of SAL at Jumeirah Burj Al Arab. This one-of-a-kind pool, beach and cabana space stretches 100 metres out into the sea and is home to two stunning pools, four jacuzzis and 126 sunbeds. The freshwater pool offers a shaded swim-up bar, while the saltwater infinity pool offers an adult-only escape above the sea.
SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences
SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences offers uninterrupted city views throughout, but you’ll be genuinely amazed when visiting the two infinity pools on the 75th floor. The azure blue waters look out over the Burj Khalifa and the burgeoning downtown skyline on one side and the desert on the other. As contenders for some of the world’s tallest infinity pools, these represent another of SLS Dubai’s unique selling points. In addition to the recreational facilities, the rooftop also features Privilege, an atmospheric lounge and nightlife venue ideal for sundowners and shisha.
Twiggy by La Cantine
A relatively new addition to the Park Hyatt Dubai, the majestic 100-meter infinity lagoon at Twiggy by La Cantine is essentially a private beach in a location far from the Arabian Gulf. Featuring elegant sun loungers and pristine white sands, the lagoon is the ideal spot for taking it all in with a drink in hand while marvelling at the Dubai skyline and historic creek.
