Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Umm Hurair Second
Vibe
A monumental Egyptian temple gateway gives way to a grand lobby anchored by a nine-metre golden falcon and polished Art Deco styling.
“Gilded obelisk set-piece”
An obelisk tower crowned in gold, marrying French Art Deco interiors with a monumental temple gateway.
Club Millésime on the 51st floor delivers private check-in, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails over Dubai Creek.
An outdoor pool shaped like an Egyptian Ankh, paired with eight L'Occitane spa suites and hammams.
Connected to WAFI Mall in Umm Hurair, ten minutes from Dubai International Airport and the creek.
“Elegantly understated rooms blend creamy hues, dark wood, and Art Deco design touches, and fabulous views look across the Dubai skyline.”
Rooms
Understated rooms pair creamy palettes and dark timber with Art Deco lines, while expansive windows frame views across the Dubai skyline.
Wellness
A sixth-floor outdoor swimming pool is shaped like an ancient Egyptian Ankh, complemented by Turkish hammams and botanical treatment suites.
Backstory
Topped with a golden pyramidion, the 51-storey tower was designed to bring modern French hospitality to the Egyptian-themed architecture of Wafi City.
Eat & drink
Chef Daniel Boulud oversees French brasserie classics under mirrored ceilings at Brasserie Boulud, alongside a British gastropub and a lobby patisserie.
The neighborhood
Connected directly to WAFI Mall in Umm Hurair, the property sits ten minutes from the airport and the traditional bustle along Dubai Creek.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.