Reviews of Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort

About

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, located on the man-made Palm Jumeirah, is a Thai-inspired luxury resort offering sophisticated comfort and awe-inspiring views. Hotel: The hotel provides various top-notch facilities like a temperature-controlled lagoon-style pool, three turquoise swimming lagoons, a ballroom, six meeting rooms, a kids club, a gym, and a tennis court. Anantara Spa, the signature spa of the resort, offers traditional Thai massage, Ayurvedic treatments, and other luxury beauty services. Rooms: The resort boasts 293 rooms and villies, including Lagoon Access Rooms, Premiere Lagoon View Rooms, Deluxe Lagoon View Rooms, and One/Two Bedroom Beach pool villas. Each room is designed with elegant Asian touches, and exude an essence of tranquility, with beautiful furnishings, luxurious bedding, and a range of in-room amenities. Besides, rooms feature a private terrace or balcony looking out to the Arabian Gulf, the Palm, or the pool. Meals: Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort's dining options are varied and unique. This includes Crescendo, where you can enjoy international cuisine with live cooking stations at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Mekong, an Asian restaurant offers cuisine from Vietnam, Thailand, and China. Bushman’s Australian Restaurant and Bar provide Australian cuisine and drink, while The Beach House offers Mediterranean cuisine. Revo Café, a casual café-style restaurant, serves juices, coffee, and light meals. Other amenities and experiences the hotel offers include the Kids and Teens Clubs, longtail boat tours, traditional Arabian gondolas, Thai cooking classes, yoga classes, and water sport activities like kayaking and paddleboarding.

Beach

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, boasts an impressive private beach. The beach stretches along the beautifully constructed coastline of the Palm Jumeirah, the world's largest artificial island. It is a luxurious and relaxing haven away from the bustle and energy of the city. The beach offers stunning views of the Arabian Gulf along with sun-loungers and day beds to relax. You can also enjoy water sports activities or simply soak up the warmth of the tropical sun. The white, sandy beach, crystal clear waters, and the serenity that surrounds it all enhance the resort's tranquil vibe. Being a part of the resort, it offers great amenities such as food and drink service from the beach-side bar. Regardless of whether you're in for a refreshing swim or for sunbathing in privacy, the beach at Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort ensures a calming and seafront experience for its guests.

Children

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort has several facilities and activities for kids including:

1. Tuk Tuk Kids Club: This club provides activities and entertainment tailored for different age groups. Kids can enjoy craft sessions, face painting, movie nights, and more.

2. Infinity Swimming Pool: Kids can enjoy swimming in the resort's infinity pool.

3. Water Sports: For adventurous kids, they can engage in a variety of water sports such as kayaking, paddleboarding, and more.

4. Tennis Court: For sporty kids, they can use the resort's tennis court.

5. Video Games: The resort also has interactive video games for kids.

6. Spice Spoons Kids Cooking Classes: Here kids can have fun learning to cook some simple dishes.

7. Special Kid’s Menu: The resort also offers a kid's menu packed with dishes that are both nutritious and appealing to children.

8. Baby Sitting: The resort also provides babysitting services for parents who want to have some alone time.

9. Chill Teens Club: This perfect place for teenagers at the resort where they can enjoy their own space, play video games, watch movies or just hang out with new friends. Please note that some of these amenities may require additional charges and prior booking. It's best to check with the resort for complete details.

Entertainment

1. Aquaventure Waterpark: Located within Atlantis The Palm, this is a must-visit for thrill-seekers. It offers a variety of water rides, as well as the chance to interact with dolphins and sea lions.

2. The Lost Chambers Aquarium: Also located in Atlantis The Palm, this aquarium is home to over 65,000 marine animals and offers daily tours and feeding shows.

3. Dolphin Bay: This is a world-class marine mammal facility where you can swim and interact with dolphins.

4. The Palm Jumeirah: This man-made island offers a variety of bars, restaurants, and shops. It also has a long beach with stunning views of the Dubai skyline.

5. The Emirates Golf Club: A 36 hole golf course designed by Karl Litten.

6. Skydive Dubai: A premier skydiving location. Offers tandem skydiving and other services.

7. The Dubai Marina: A stunning area filled with skyscrapers, beaches, and a large man-made marina. Home to many restaurants and cafes.

8. Mall of The Emirates: One of Dubai's most famous malls, it houses a range of international brands, a multiplex cinema and an indoor ski park.

9. Marina Mall: The mall features 140 retail outlets, spread over 390,000 sq ft of space, with 21 restaurants and cafes.

10. The Walk at JBR: This bustling waterfront promenade is lined with fashionable boutiques and beach clubs, each with the fresh catch of the day. Remember, due to the ongoing pandemic, the opening hours and days might differ. Always check with the venue before you plan a visit.

Water activities

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort offers a variety of water activities for guests to enjoy:

1. Swimming Pools: The resort features three large lagoon pools and a 50-meter long infinity pool, all with stunning views of the Dubai skyline.

2. Beach: It has a private, white-sandy beach overlooking the Persian Gulf, where you can relax or have fun with various beach activities.

3. Water Sports: The resort offers an array of water sports including kayaking, paddle-boarding, and windsurfing.

4. Anantara Spa: The therapeutic Anantara Spa features water-based treatments in luxurious hammams, Jacuzzis, steam rooms, and sauna.

5. Diving and Snorkeling: You can explore the vibrant underwater world with the resort's diving and snorkeling services.

6. Kids and Teens Club: For families, there's a kids and teens club that offers pool-based activities.

7. Over Water Villas: If you want an extra-special experience, you can stay in one of the resort's exclusive over-water villas, which feature a private swimming pool. As always with water activities, safety measures should be properly observed.