Palm Jumeirah Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Renovated
2019
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Resort Luxe SocialOutside the door
The house
AtlantisAquatic spectacle flagship
A towering blown-glass sculpture anchors the grand lobby above reflective pools, setting an energetic, oceanic tone across the vast resort.
“It’s huge, and has everything that you need on site, from an aquarium and a kids’ club to a shopping mall…”
What it’s good at
Exceptional
Aquaventure waterpark with vertical drop slides, private beaches, and an aquarium lagoon home to sixty-five thousand marine animals.
Remarkable
Signature suites feature dedicated round-the-clock butler service, private beach cabanas, and exclusive access to the Imperial Club Lounge.
Notable
Afternoon DJ sessions at White Beach club accompany bowling lanes, arcade games, and live music at Wavehouse.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
UK Readers' Choice Awards
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
Also in AFAR.
its architecture, a huge, not-quite-symmetrical structure that sticks out like a beacon of luxury.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Perched at the apex of Palm Jumeirah's outer crescent, the grounds border open gulf waters with views back toward Dubai's towering skyline.
The rooms
Underwater Suites look directly into the Ambassador Lagoon through floor-to-ceiling glass, framing stingrays and sharks gliding past the freestanding bathtubs.
The pools and waterpark
Bring a swimsuit.
The palm-fringed Royal Pool sits before the resort facade, with direct access to Aquaventure's multi-level slide towers.
The spa and gym
The multi-level AWAKEN Spa features cryotherapy and hydrotherapy circuits alongside personal training at ShuiQi Fitness Centre.
Restaurant
Ossiano
Tables look directly into the Ambassador Lagoon, serving Michelin-starred seafood alongside views of gliding rays and sharks.
Set foot into the bustling lobby of Atlantis, The Palm and you will have left behind the city of skyscrapers to find yourself in a fantastical space...
At the table
Dining extends across the resort with Michelin-starred Cantonese at Hakkasan and Japanese-Peruvian dishes at Nobu's sake lounge.
How it began
Opened in 2008 as the first resort on Palm Jumeirah, the landmark complex was engineered to bring the mythical sunken empire to life.
“The massive lobby is bustling at any time of day, but… admire the common space's Dale Chihuly centerpiece that's comprised of more than 600 pieces of blown glass.”
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.