Area guide
Palm Jumeirah
Resort hotels and private beaches on the famous island
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Dubai’s palm-shaped island: resort hotels, private beaches and Atlantis at the tip of the crescent.
Palm Jumeirah is the palm-shaped island off the Jumeirah coast. Its trunk carries apartments, malls and The Palm Tower, its fronds hold private villas, and the outer crescent is lined with resort hotels, ending at Atlantis.
Why stay here
This is resort Dubai. Most hotels have their own beaches and pools, many with views back to the Marina skyline. It suits holidays where the hotel itself is the main event, with the option of heading into the city for a day.
What to know
Distances on the island are longer than they look. The Palm Monorail runs along the trunk to Atlantis and links to the Dubai Tram at Palm Jumeirah station, but most people use taxis. Getting to Downtown typically takes 25 to 40 minutes by road.
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Landmarks
Don’t miss in Palm Jumeirah
- Atlantis and Aquaventure Waterpark
- The View at The Palm
- Palm West Beach
- The Palm Monorail
Where to stay
Stays in Palm Jumeirah
Crescent resorts offer the most seclusion; hotels on the trunk are closer to malls and the Monorail and often better value.
Editor’s pick
Beach resorts · Palm Jumeirah
Atlantis The Palm
Dubai’s family resort icon, with waterpark and aquarium on site
- Luxury
Good for: Families, Friends & groups
Editor’s pick
Beach resorts · Palm Jumeirah
Atlantis The Royal
Statement architecture, sky pool and chef-led dining
- Luxury
Good for: Couples, Friends & groups
Beach resorts · Palm Jumeirah
One&Only The Palm
Quiet, low-rise luxury on the western crescent
- Luxury
Good for: Couples
Beach resorts · Palm Jumeirah
Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah
Grand, polished beach resort on the Palm
- Luxury
Good for: Couples, Families
Beach resorts · Palm Jumeirah
Raffles The Palm Dubai
Palatial, quiet and made for special occasions
- Luxury
Good for: Couples
Beach resorts · Palm Jumeirah
Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
Ottoman-style palace with a celebrated hammam
- Luxury
Good for: Couples, Families
Things to do
Experiences in Palm Jumeirah
Editor’s pick
Attractions · Palm Jumeirah
Aquaventure Waterpark
A full day of slides at the tip of the Palm
- Premium
- Full day
Restaurants & cafés · Palm Jumeirah
FZN by Björn Frantzén
Three Michelin stars · Modern European with Nordic and Japanese influences
- Luxury
Restaurants & cafés · Palm Jumeirah
Trèsind Studio
Three Michelin stars · Progressive Indian tasting menu
- Luxury
For residents
Living in Palm Jumeirah
Palm living ranges from apartments on the trunk to villas on the fronds. It is premium-priced and car-dependent; check service charges and beach access rules for each building.
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