With summer in full swing, grab your most stylish swimsuit, drench your body in shimmer and celebrate summer at one of these amazing locations. If you love to soak up the sun, these are the hot spots you need to check out. Plus, there’s no lack of eye candy to keep things super interesting.

1. Five Palm Jumeirah 

Talk about views for days! This Instagrammable pool has wow-factor written all over it. It has actual loungers in the water, helping you cool off as you tan. And the Miami vibe doesn’t hurt either. With amazing music, delish beverages and a view you’ll be obsessed with, it’s top of our list of the hottest pools right now. Round up your girls and head to FIVE on a Thursday for an incredible ladies day offer. Thursday’s offer includes four hours of select free-flowing beverages, pool and beach access, and a two-course lunch at Praia, for Dhs149.

FIVE Palm Jumeirah, Thursdays 1pm to 5pm, Dhs149, and Saturdays 12-5pm, from Dhs149. Tel: (058) 870 0708. fivehotelsandresorts.com. 

2. Azure Beach, Rixos Premium, JBR

Azure Beach at The Rixos Premium is bound to be your new fave hangout. With sweeping views and endless, tempting waters, Azure Beach’s infinity pool is a heaven for sun worshippers. Soak up the views from the comfort of your sunbed, with The Dubai Eye as the perfect backdrop. 
If you love a great party, be sure to check out Vogue Saturdays, the new evening pool party at Rixos Premium. Expect Instagrammable floaties, bottle service and hip-hop tunes

Rixos Premium, JBR, daily 10am to late, Dhs100 weekdays, Dhs400 weekends, Dhs200 food and drink voucher redeemable on weekends. Tel: (052) 777 9472. azure-beach.com/

3. Cove Beach, Jumeirah Beach Hotel

Bask and unwind under the glorious Arabian sun. This swanky location is full of young vibrant people who enjoy a party vibe. Lounge on sunbeds, and beach cabanas or indulge at the beachside rose bar while a resident DJs  keep things lively late into the night. Ladies can also take advantage of the Ladies day offer on a Wednesday. Think feasting on food platters while you chill out pool side. 
Cove Beach, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Jumeirah Beach Road. Wednesdays, 11am-5pm, Dhs100. Tel: (04) 379 1194. covebeach.com

4. Blue Marlin Ibiza

Beach, dance and party at this Balearic hot spot. Dubai’s coolest beach club boasts a stunning infinity pool and even better sunset views. Accessible to all guests, the addition of this new luxury facility takes the experience to a whole new level during Friday beach days and Saturday Brunch.

Blue Marlin Ibiza, Golden Tulip Al Jazira Hotel and resort, off Sheikh Zayed Road, Ghantoot (056 113 3400).

5. Drais Beachclub 

 Experience the ultimate in luxurious, all day poolside partying. Chilled tunes will take you from day to night at this tropical Oasis. Party the day away with a fashionable crowd that counts the world’s most renowned DJs and hip-hop kings and queens, amongst its crowd.

Drai’s Dubai, Soho Garden, Meydan 12pm to 5pm, Saturdays, Dhs240 ladies, Dhs330 guys, club open until 7pm. Tel:(052) 388 8857. draisdxb.com

6. El Chiringuito

This beach club is designed to make you feel like you’re on the shores of Ibiza. With draped bougainvillea everywhere, it’s like a beach fairyland come to life. Indulge in house tunes, Mediterranean dishes and sip on a beverage or two while taking in the views. On the weekends especially, El Chiringuito certainly knows how to throw a party.

For more information and reservations, contact +971 4 277 9180, thepalmdubai.rixos.com