Jumeirah Burj Al Arab Dubai - Dubai

A landmark of the Dubai skyline, the extraordinary Jumeirah Burj Al Arab Dubai soars some 321 metres high and is, quite literally, the height of luxury. Start your stay in style and charter a Rolls-Royce Phantom from the hotel’s own fleet to transport you here, where lavish two-storey suites, superb dining options and a giant pool terrace, hovering over the Arabian Gulf, await. Grown-ups will love the adult-only infinity pool and 18th-floor Talise Spa, while families have access to two kids’ clubs at two sister resorts, as well as the Wild Wadi Waterpark, with a 360-metre-long lazy river and the Middle East’s largest wave pool.

Standing majestically on its own private man-made island, the resort is sat across the shore from Jumeirah Beach, accessible via a private road on top of the water. Because of its unique position, the resort has no neighbours and far-reaching views out to the city, marina or gulf. Though it’s secluded, sister resorts Jumeirah Al Qasr and Jumeirah Beach Hotel are within walking distance (both under a mile away), where children can access the kids’ clubs, and the Wild Wadi Waterpark is sat on the mainland, just behind the hotel. Further afield, Downtown Dubai’s impressively choreographed Dubai Fountain, the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, and the luxury shops of Dubai Mall are ten miles away. The city’s historic commercial centre, Dubai Creek, where you can explore the waterways on a traditional abra boat, and Dubai International Airport are under 17 miles away.

Designed to represent the billowing sail of an Arabian dhow, the Jumeirah Burj Al Arab Dubai is the tallest all-suite hotel in the world. Within its exoskeleton, the colourful lobby hosts a waterfall and atrium, which gives you a glance up through the hotel’s colourful balcony-lined belly. Set along the internal balconies, superbly spacious suites are split over two levels, connected by an elegant spiral staircase, and feature floor-to-ceiling windows, overlooking the Palm, Marina or Arabian Gulf, as well as luxurious textures and lively colours. Bathrooms are lavishly appointed with marble, gold leaf decor and Hermes toiletries. Curtains, lighting and the TV are remote controlled through a single device.

One Bedroom Suites feature a bedroom on the upper floor and a powder room on the ground floor, and views of the Gulf or the Palm. Club Suites have double-height ceilings, while Deluxe Two Bedroom Suites have a play area for little ones and entertainment for teens. Also ideal for families, Sky Two Bedroom Family Suites have exclusive kids’ amenities on arrival, as well as a kitchen and a separate guest bedroom. For the ultimate in luxury, choose a Diplomatic Three Bedroom Suite for three bedrooms, three bathrooms with Jacuzzis, three living areas, a separate staff entrance and a butler’s kitchen. Alternatively, the Presidential Two Bedroom Suite has a personalised in-suite bar, two dressing rooms and a private library.