Swimming pools with panoramic views in Dubai

Although it’s not located on the roof, the Aura Skypool is very high up, 50 floors to be exact. The roof is occupied by The View at The Palm. The result is a 360-degree infinity pool with panoramic views of the entire city. It’s possible to book for the morning, afternoon or whole day, but please note that bookings need to be made well in advance.

Aura Skypool, Palm Tower, Palm Jumeirah, daily 10 a.m.-7 p.m., from Dhs 200. Tel. : (0)4 566 2121. https://auraskypool.com/

This incredible infinity pool is located between the two Address Sky View towers in downtown Dubai, and offers one of the city’s finest views. You can relax with drinks, snacks or shisha on the pool terrace, or sit down to a contemporary Asian meal at the Cé La Vi restaurant. The swimming pool is only available to hotel guests.

Cé La Vi, Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai, pool from 9:00 am. Tel. : (056) 515 4001. https://www.celavi.com/en/dubai/

At the InterContinental Dubai Festival City, you can visit the magnificent glass pool that juts out from the side of the building, for a day pass worth Dhs150.

Intercontinental Dubai Festival City, Dubai, daily, 150 Dhs. Tel: (04) 701 1111. https://www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/gb/en/dubai/dxbhb/hoteldetail

This infinity pool is located on the roof of the La Ville Boutique hotel in the City Walk district, and offers views of the Burj Khalifa and the surrounding Jumeirah district. Although small, it’s an ideal place to splash about and relax on one of the various sun loungers that adorn the pool. Don’t forget to enjoy an aperitif at the poolside bar, Look Up. Prices are Dhs100 plus a Dhs50 credit on weekdays and Dhs150 plus a Dhs100 voucher for food and drink at weekends.

La Ville Hotel & Suites City Walk Dubai, Dubai, daily 7am to sunset, adults Dhs100 weekdays, Dhs150 weekends. Tel: (0)54 309 5948. http://livelaville.com/

Overlooking the Meydan racecourse and the Dubai skyline, the Meydan hotel’s temperature-controlled infinity pool offers a fully exchangeable pool pass for Dhs150.

The Meydan Hotel, Al Meydan Road, Nad Al Sheba, daily 8am-6pm, Dhs150. Tel: (04) 381 3405. https://www.instagram.com/themeydanhotels/

Enjoy the elegant Mediterranean ambience and breathtaking views of the Dubai skyline from the rooftop pool, bar and restaurant on the 46th floor of Taj Jumeirah Lake Towers, Paros. Relax, enjoy the sunset and the delicious Greek menu. Access to the pool is available between 12:00 and 17:00 and costs Dhs75 for one person and Dhs120 for two.

Paros, 46th floor, Taj Jumeirah Lake Towers, Sat-Wed 11am-1am, Thu-Fri 11am-3am. Tel. : (04) 574 1111. https://www.instagram.com/paros.dubai/

This urban pool is located on the top floor of the Sofitel Dubai Downtown. The infinity pool overlooks downtown Dubai, and the rooftop terrace extends over the entire hotel. The cost of a day pass is Dhs150, including Dhs100 in food and drink vouchers.

Mosaic Pool, Sofitel Dubai Downtown, Sheikh Zayed Road, Downtown Dubai, daily from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm, daily pass of Dhs150 including a Dhs100 voucher for food and drinks. Tel. : (04) 503 6666. https://www.sofitel-dubai-downtown.com/offers/mosaic-pool-access/

“The Mandarin Oriental Jumiera Dubai’s sixth-floor restaurant Tasca boasts a superb infinity pool. Previously reserved for hotel guests, this area is now open from Tuesday to Sunday, and is only accessible to adults with an Infinity Pass. The price of 1,000 USD isn’t low, but it does include all-day entertainment, a welcome drink and fruit plate, a three-course lunch prepared by José Avilés, Portuguese drinks, wines and cocktails, and a sunset cocktail.

Tasca, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Road, Tuesday to Sunday, Dhs1,000, 21+. Tel: (04) 777 2231. https://www.mandarinoriental.com/dubai/jumeira-beach/fine-dining/restaurants/portugal-cuisine/tasca-by-jose-avillez

The new pool, club and lounge are located on the fourth floor of Dubai Marina and occupy the space previously occupied by Shades.” Wane by SoMiya” features a large terrace overlooking the marina, a huge infinity pool, sun loungers and cabanas. On weekdays, women can book a free day pass and men pay AED 350. At weekends, the price is AED 150 (changeable to AED 50) for women and AED 350 (changeable to AED 250) for men.

Wane by SoMiya, 4th floor, Address Dubai Marina, daily 8am-3am. Tel. : (04) 888 3444. http://addresshotels.com/en/hotels/address-dubai-marina/

Since the opening of the world’s tallest swimming pool, she has represented the city of Dubai with glamour and eccentricity. This elegant space is reserved for hotel guests, but if you book a table in the restaurant, you can enjoy the view from the top.

Zeta 77, Address Beach Resort, JBR The Walk, Restaurant from 11am to 1am, Swimming pool from 10am to sunset, reservations essential. Tel. : (0)4 879 8866. https://www.addresshotels.com/en/resorts/address-beach-resort/

Recently opened in Dubai, this place will take you to the heavens!
Located on the 22nd floor, this swimming pool with its breathtaking panoramic view of Dubai’s Jumeirah Palm, the artificial island in the shape of a palm tree, is an extraordinary experience. Open only to hotel guests, this more-than-exclusive setting offers luxury amenities around an infinity pool that transports you to another world. With its unrivalled sophistication, the CLOUD 22 pool at Royal Atlantis the Palm also offers a restaurant that VVIPs love.

Opening hours: 10:00 – 21:00
Contact: Cloud 22
Atlantis The Royal
Crescent Rd – Palm Jumeirah
Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Tel: +971 4 426 2626