Modelled on an imperial Ottoman palace and situated on a magnificent stretch of beach, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray is an opulent sanctuary that truly delivers on the promise of luxury for which Dubai is famed. For adults, cutting-edge cuisine, sumptuous accommodation and a world-class spa are all major draws, and for children, Sinbad’s Kids’ Club is a vast area including a mini waterpark, climbing wall and playground, and offers a full programme of activities.

40 minutes’ drive from Dubai airport

On the western crescent of Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah.

All 405 luxurious rooms and suites enjoy ocean views and feature air conditioning, a private balcony, 48” wide screen LCD TV, iPod docking station, complimentary WiFi, tea/coffee making facilities and a bathroom with separate oversized Turkish marble bath and rain shower. Upgrade to a Club Room and enjoy access to the exclusive Club Lounge, where you can have complimentary breakfast, a select à la carte lunch menu, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails and canapés. All suite types also offer Club benefits, and Junior Suites feature a separate living area, while Imperial Suites are even more spacious, with either one or two bedrooms, a living and dining area, and commanding views from their prime top-floor location. There are also plenty of family options, with Deluxe Rooms sleeping up to two adults and three children under 13 yrs, or the slightly larger Grand Deluxe Family Rooms taking up to four persons plus one infant. If you would prefer two separate bedrooms, Two Bedroom Suites take six people, or there are interconnecting room options available.

Innovative cuisine and visually stunning venues are the order of the day here, with 10 restaurants, bars and lounges serving up a variety of cosmopolitan delights. Signature restaurant, Lalezar, delivers a contemporary take on authentic Turkish cuisine, while The Rib Room specialises in the finest grilled meats and wines and Al Nafoorah serves some of the best Lebanese food in Dubai. Other options include the French brasserie-style Imperium and the North Indian specialities of Amala, as well as the more casual Plaj located on the beach. Live entertainment is provided at The MusicHall and Voda Bar is an über cool venue with an impressive cocktail list and regular theme nights.

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The resort boasts a stunning 59-metre infinity pool, two floodlit tennis courts, a Talise Fitness Studio, private 29-seat cinema and watersports including Hobie Cat sailing, paddleboarding, kayaking, waterskiing and wakeboarding. The award-winning Talise Ottoman Spa is nothing short of spectacular, set over 8,000 sq metres, and boasting 42 treatment rooms and three traditional Turkish Hammams. While you’re relaxing at the spa, the complimentary Sinbad’s Kids’ Club and splash park will keep children up to 16 yrs entertained; children under 4 yrs must be accompanied by an adult. All guests also receive complimentary unlimited access to Wild Wadi Waterpark™, and there is a daily water boat shuttle to Dubai Marina (at a charge).