Dubai *loves* a beach club moment. And we, naturally, can’t get enough of exciting new openings across the city.
From new luxury hotel offerings to beachfront party spots, 2024 is THE year for beach clubs in Dubai.
These are our top picks of the newest spots to see and be seen in the city.
Gigi Rigolatto
PSA: this spot *just* opened (!!)
Italian summer in the desert? Yes, pls. The glamorous Gigi Rigolatto is making its Dubai debut at J1 Beach. Bringing a Bellini bar, a swimming pool and a Mediterranean garden area to the shores of the Gulf, this spot will be *everyone’s* Italian dream. Brb, booking ASAP.
Find out more here.
New-ish Beach Clubs that opened earlier this year (they’ve already earned it-girl status, FYI)
Alizée
Alizée is Banyan Tree Dubai’s answer to Southern French flair. If you’re looking for a new pool to lounge by whilst snacking on some Mediterranean food, this is your new go-to. This new pool day spot is a coastal ~vibe~, with a bohemian pool par, beachfront cabanas and a chilled ambiance.
Timings: Daily from 8am.
Price: Dhs250 per person with Dhs125 redeemable on F&B (weekdays), Dhs350 per person with Dhs175 redeemable on F&B (weekends).
Find out more here.
BCH:CLB
BCH:CLB was one of the most anticipated beach club openings in Dubai this year and we’re *so* happy it’s now open. Located at W Dubai – The Palm Jumeirah, BCH:CLB is a colourful spot serving Mediterranean dishes. It has an impressive deck with panoramic views over the gulf, and if that wasn’t enough, expect dynamic lighting displays and fun poolside beats all day.
Timings: Sunday to Wednesday – 11am to 7pm, Thursday to Saturday – 11am to 12am.
Price: From Dhs300 (weekdays) and Dhs350 (weekends), fully redeemable.
Find out more here.
The 305 Dubai
This new beach club, which opened at the end of 2023, brings the best of Miami to Dubai‘s Palm West Beach. Describing itself as an “all-day, everyday kinda’ joint,” the pink and pastel design of this spot makes it the perfect place to hang with your girls. The 305 has a swimming pool, poolside restaurant, bar and lounge, with a focus on serving up that South Floridian vibe.
Timings: 9am-12am.
Price: Day pass from Dhs200.
Find out more here.
Be Beach
Everyone’s favourite boho-chic beach club has just launched a brand-new weekend offering that you won’t want to miss. The FRSH X Be Beach collab kickcs off with its Pool Vibes event from 10am, followed by a brunch from 4pm – 7pm (hello, post-work sundowners!). Or if your day simply doesn’t allow for a day by the beach (hate that for you, btw), the real party starts from 7pm onwards.
Timings: 10am-8pm.
Price: Weekdays – from Dhs150 (with Dhs100 redeemable), weekends – from Dhs200 (with Dhs150 redeemable).
Find out more here.
Tapasake
The One&Only’s latest opening, One&Only Za’abeel, is bringing with it an exciting new luxe pool experience, Tapasake. Putting a luxury spin on your typical beach club offerings, this new spot is a refined poolside dining concept serving elevated Nikkei cuisine. Tapasake is located atop The Link, with access to a suspended infinity pool. For a pool day with sweeping views over the city, this new spot is for those bougie Sunday sunbathing sessions.
Timings: 10am – 9pm.
Price: Lunch reservation includes access to the suspended infinity pool at The Link.
Find out more here.
Playa Pacha
FIVE have done it again, providing Dubai with another must-visit luxury party spot. FIVE LUXE was the hottest new hotel opening in the city, that hit the shores of JBR back in March. The hotel includes seven food spots, as well as Pacha’s world-famous cabaret show. Following in the footsteps of its West Beach counterpart, the new Playa Pacha Pool and Beach Club is set to host some unmissable social pool party days.
Find out more here.
Maison La Plage
The newest addition to The Club on Palm West Beach, Maison La Plage is the French-Mediterranean beachside restaurant of our dreams. Inspired by the South of France and with neighbours like Eva and SAN Beach, this new beach club fits right into the area. Add to your weekend bestie plans ASAP.
Find out more here.
Casa Amor
This beach club will transport you to the heart of Tulum. With its bohemian-inspired furniture, it’s perfect for a relaxing day on the beach. It’s giving zen. Indulge in a day of bohemian wellness and enjoy delicious drinks and food from all around the world.
Timings: : 9am to Sunset.
Price: From Dhs600.
Find out more here.
Bohemia Beach Club
This is for all the music lovers among you. Bohemia Beach Club brings you all the vibes. Imagine a bohemian beachfront with the most electrifying beats. Whether you want to enjoy a day on the beach, just relaxing and getting a tan, or having fun and partying with the girls. This place has it all.
Timings: Monday to Thursday: 11am to 7pm; Friday and Saturday: 11am to 1am; Sunday: 11am to 10pm
Price: From Dhs150.
Find out more here.
More beach clubs that are opening V soon…
La Baia
Bringing the Amalfi Coast to the Gulf, Manhattan-born La Baia is a celeb-approved upmarket Italian restaurant, inspired by charming seaside towns. The new J1 Beach spot is La Baia’s second-ever location and is expected to provide elegant indoor and al fresco dining, with panoramic sea views and endless sunbeds. Sign us up.
Opening: October 2024.
Find out more here.
Sakhalin
Sakhalin is set to combine Dubai’s love of beach clubs and ‘MediterrAsian’ cuisine to create a new go-to destination. Based at the new J1 Beach, the menu will feature irresistible dishes like the goldfish roll: golden nori, bluefin toro and black caviar. Sakhalin will be the perfect day-to-night venue, with a beach view terrace and a fountain in the centre, and an illuminated roof installation made from shimmering light metal casts.
Opening: October 2024.
Find out more here.
Sirene Beach by Gaia
Another J1 Beach location we can’t wait to visit is the Greek-Mediterranean Sirene Beach by Gaia. The venue will offer an all-day luxurious beachside experience with modern aesthetics and live entertainment. Oh, and it’s going to be the world’s largest beach club. Such is Dubai life.
Opening: October 2024.
Find out more here.
Looking for more new spots across the city? Let’s yap about all the J1 Beach openings we want to visit. Read here.