Sometimes the best escape isn’t a long-haul flight and a stuffed suitcase. Sometimes it’s checking into somewhere extraordinary, switching your out-of-office on, and remembering that the place you live is, actually, rather spectacular. Dubai does staycations better than almost anywhere on earth, and right now, some of the city’s most iconic properties are making it even easier to justify a few nights away from your own postcode.
Whether you’re craving the cinematic silence of the desert, the soothing rhythm of waves on the East Coast, a sleek urban retreat in the heart of the city, or a waterfront suite with Marina views on tap, there is genuinely something here for every mood and every kind of traveller. Better still, each comes with an offer that makes the decision considerably easier on the wallet. Here are four Dubai staycations worth booking before someone else does.
Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai
Tucked away in the heart of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, is offering 20 per cent off its secluded villas, each beautifully appointed with Arabian artefacts and a private temperature-controlled pool overlooking sweeping dune views. The Desert Serenity Escape package includes a full-board dining experience covering breakfast, lunch and dinner, two complimentary desert activities per day, and Dhs200 in spa credit to spend at the renowned Al Maha Spa, making it one of the most complete and indulgent desert escapes in the UAE right now.
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Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort
Freshly refreshed and better than ever, Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort is inviting guests to be among the first to experience its newly renovated ocean-facing rooms, inspired by the natural beauty of Fujairah’s coastline. Seaside Adventures Reimagined includes daily buffet breakfast, 20 per cent off dining across the resort’s restaurants, and a generous 50 per cent off at Spa Al Aqah and with children staying and dining on a complimentary basis, it’s as effortless a family getaway as you’re likely to find on the East Coast right now.
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JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
For those in need of a reset without leaving the city, the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai’s Urban Sanctuary Staycation offers a genuinely restorative escape in the heart of Business Bay. With 20 per cent off room rates inclusive of breakfast, 20 per cent off dining across all restaurants, complimentary shuttle service to Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa, and full access to the pool and gym, it’s a package designed for those who want to slow down, breathe out, and enjoy the city entirely on their own terms.
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Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites
For a staycation that puts you right in the middle of the action, Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites delivers spacious suite-style living with some of the most enviable Marina views in the city. The package includes 20 per cent off suites with breakfast included, 20 per cent off dining across all restaurants and bars, and complimentary gym access. Whether you spend your days wandering the promenade or simply lounging with a skyline backdrop, the only real challenge will be convincing yourself to check out.
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