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Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates

Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates

Al Barsha First, Al Barsha, Dubai

Opened 2006   Renovated 2016   $$$

“Alpine ski chalet retreat”

Luxe Design
Lively

MICHELIN Guide · Forbes Travel Guide · Condé Nast Traveler

Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates — vibe

Vibe

An alpine retreat in the desert, where lively lounge spaces overlook the icy slopes of Ski Dubai.

“Alpine ski chalet retreat”

Luxe

Direct mall access paired with dedicated butler service in private ski chalets.

Design

Alpine chalet interiors featuring floor-to-ceiling views of indoor snow slopes.

Social

Lively lobby lounge and dining spaces directly integrated with the adjacent shopping complex.

Lively

In Al Barsha at a major mall and ski hub.

Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates — rooms

Rooms

Chalet-style suites feature stone fireplaces and floor-to-ceiling windows looking directly onto indoor ski slopes.

Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates — backstory

Backstory

Opened in 2006 and renovated in 2016, the property integrated luxury hospitality with an indoor ski resort.

Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates — wellness

Wellness

An outdoor infinity pool soaked in sunshine offers a warm contrast to the snow slopes inside.

Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates — eat & drink

Eat & drink

Spanish tapas and classic afternoon teas share space with views of skiers gliding past the lounge windows.

The neighborhood

Set in Al Barsha along Sheikh Zayed Road, the hotel offers direct indoor access to hundreds of shops.

“Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates stands out in a city known for extremes, and its prime position on Sheikh Zayed Road, offering direct access to the Mall of the Emirates and its indoor snow park, Ski Dubai.” 
MICHELIN Guide
“The stately Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates, with its regal domes and impressive façades, has the unusual distinction of being a ski resort in the Dubai desert.” 
Forbes Travel Guide
“While most hotels in Dubai are busy perfecting the poolside summer formula, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates offers something altogether different.” 
Condé Nast Traveler · 37 Best Hotels in Dubai · 2025

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