Burj Al Arab - Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

202 Deluxe Suites:

A billowing, sail-shaped structure soaring 321 meters above the Arabian Gulf, Burj Al Arab is a dramatic tribute to the region's seafaring heritage, and the world's tallest hotel. Arrive at the hotel in style by helicopter, Rolls Royce or BMW.

The rooms are all duplex suites with marble staircases. Individual service and attention to detail are paramount, with a private reception area on each floor, as well as a butler service for every suite. Each suite features its own laptop notebook computer, fax machine, and printer. The two Royal Suites are spread over the 25th floor. Palatial surroundings reach unsurpassed peaks of luxury, including a private elevator, private cinema, revolving canopy beds, majlis (Arabic meeting room) and dressing rooms larger than the average hotel bedroom.

Seven restaurants and lounges provide a variety of dining options from an underwater seafood restaurant accessible by a 3-minute simulated submarine voyage, to the heights of Al Muntaha, cantilevered 600 feet above the beach on the top level of the hotel. The breathtaking Assawan Spa & Health Club is located on the 18th-floor.

AWARDS & ACCOLADES:

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AMENITIES & SERVICES:

Banquet & Catering Facilities
Boutique Shopping
Meeting / Conference Rooms
Butler Service (24-Hour)
Express Check In / Check Out
High Speed Internet

All suites feature floor to ceiling windows, offering a breathtaking view of the sea. Each is equipped with the latest technology, including interactive multimedia, laptop computers and Internet access.

DINING:

Six restaurants and lounges provide a variety of dining options, from an underwater seafood restaurant (left) called Al Mahara (accessible by a 3-minute simulated submarine voyage), to the heights of Al Muntaha, located on the top level of the hotel. Other fine restaurants include Al Iwan, Bab Al Yam, and Sahn Eddar

LEISURE ACTIVITIES:

Private beach
Snorkeling
Water Sports
Spa Services
Outdoor Swimming Pool
Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
Fitness Centre
Sauna
Excursions
Golf nearby

The Assawan Spa & Health Club is located on the 18th floor, and its unique location allows guest to enjoy spectacular views from the pools, Jacuzzi, spas, therapy rooms, and aerobics workout studios.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:

Wild Wadi - 1.5 km / 1 mile
Dubai Zoo - 6 km / 4 miles
Mercato shopping mall - 7.5 km / 5 miles
Jumeirah Mosque - 7.5 km / 5 miles
The historic Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House - 15 km / 10 miles
Dubai Museum - 15 km / 10 miles
Gold Souq - 15 km / 10 miles
Deira Old Souq - 15 km / 10 miles
Deira City Centre - 15 km / 10 miles
Bur Juman Centre - 15 km / 10 miles
Wafi Shopping Mall - 18 km / 12 miles

GETTING THERE:

Airport: Dubai Int'l Airport (DXB) - 25 minutes.

Transportation: The Burj Al Arab experience begins the moment guests arrive at Dubai International Airport, where they are met by one of the hotel's fleet of chauffeur-driven Rolls Royce Silver Seraphs. Also, helicopters ferry guests to and from Dubai's modern international airport to the helipad that dramatically juts out from one of the upper Burj Al Arab's floors.

Burj Al Arab
Jumeirah Beach Road
Dubai, United Arab Emirates.