Dubai is home to numerous public and private beaches perfect for a day in the sun.
While Dubai's public beaches are ideal for family outings, if you're looking for a luxury experience, Dubai's best private beaches are sure to impress!
In this article, I offer you my personal selection of Dubai's private beaches.
Private beach in Dubai: article summary
The private beach at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai
Spend a day on Madinat Jumeirah's private beach and enjoy fantastic views of the turquoise waters and the iconic Burj Al Arab. This private beach is accessible from Jumeirah Al Qasr and Mina A'Salam.
Larger than the other beaches, this magnificent strip of sand stretches for two kilometers. Book a day pass for Madinat Jumeirah's private beach and you'll enjoy a free sunbed, towel and parasol! If you're looking to treat yourself, you can opt for a cabana or tent. This shelter includes soft drinks, water and other free food and beverages!
Increase the fun with water sports activities available at extra cost and fill up at one of Madinat Jumeirah's popular restaurants.
As far as prices are concerned, you should expect to pay :
- 195 AED (€54) per adult and 95 AED (€26) per child on weekdays
- 295 AED (€82) per adult and 195 AED (€195) per child at weekends
For a tree house, add 295 AED per day and 435 AED (€121) per day for a tent.
The venue opens :
- From 8 a.m. to sunset
Le One & Only Royal Mirage
Enhance your tan on the One and Only Royal Mirage's private beach, a kilometer of immaculate sand and clear waters await you. You'll have a view of the extraordinary Palm Jumeirah from this private beach in Dubai. A one-day pass here will provide you with a deckchair, towel and a parasol, as well as fresh fruit and other food and beverages.
You can enjoy refreshing drinks and snacks at the pool bar, and ride the waves with the water sports activities available at the resort. Although this location can be more expensive than other private beaches in DubaiI can assure you that you'll have a great time here.
Prices are as follows
- 315 AED (€87) per adult and 240 AED (€66) per child if you have booked
- 420 AED (€120) per adult and 370 AED (€103) per child per child without reservation
The venue is open :
- From 9 a.m. to sunset
The Carlton's private beach in Dubai
If you're looking for a day on a beach like no other, head to the private beach at the Ritz Carlton Dubai. Although smaller than Dubai's other private beaches, visitors can enjoy the various facilities of this luxury complex.
A day pass to the Ritz Carlton gives you access not only to the elegant private beach overlooking Palm Jumeirah and Bluewaters Island, but also to at the pool, spa, fitness center and kids' club!
Visitors can choose between a deckchair or a cabana, with umbrellas, towels and water provided. With so much on offer, the Ritz Carlton deserves its place among Dubai's top hotels with private beach access.
On weekdays, count :
- 350 AED (€97) per adult and 200 AED (€55) per child
Weekend prices are :
- 500 AED (€139) per adult and 300 AED (€83) per child
The site opens to the public :
- From 8 a.m. to sunset
Private beach in Dubai: FIVE Palm Jumeirah
The upscale FIVE Palm Jumeirah is another of Dubai's hotels with private beach access. Spend a relaxing day with friends on FIVE Palm's private beach, where the ambience is enhanced with lively background music, comfortable loungers and access to the pool.
You can enjoy drinks, sandwiches, wraps and much more at the beach bar. The more adventurous can try their hand at water sports.
To enjoy this private beach in Dubai, count :
- 300 AED (€83) per adult, of which AED 150 (€41) can be exchanged for drinks on site
The venue opens :
- From 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Enjoy the beach at Sofitel The Palm
Looking for more private beaches in Palm Jumeirah? Sofitel the Palm's Polynesian-style resort offers pristine beaches and elegant pools in a verdant setting. On-site, your Sofitel Palm Jumeirah Private Beach Day Pass includes access to deckchairs, towels and swimming pool.
After your swim, dine in one of the Sofitel's ten restaurants. With a view of Dubai MarinaThis is one of Dubai's best beaches for spending the day with the family.
Weekday rates are :
- 215 AED (€59) per adult
At weekends, the price rises to :
- 265 AED (€73) per adult
You reach the location:
- Every day 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The beach at the Sheraton Beach Resort
Want the luxury of private beaches without spending all your savings? The Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort offers low-cost access to one of its private beaches. You'll have access to the beach and enjoy a sun lounger, towels and umbrella, as well as a 30 % discount on catering at the pool bar.
The single rate is :
- 99 AED (€27) for adults and children
The Sheraton beach is open :
- From 8 a.m. to sunset
Dubai's finest beaches are private and often accessible from the city's most impressive hotels. During your stay, you can spend some time relaxing in these quiet, uncrowded spots.
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Hello,
We are a group of 3 women and 6 children ( 3 girls / 3 boys)
Do you offer access?
We come to dubai to celebrate 3 anniversaries.
We would like to spend a day at the beach with access to the swimming pool.
What are you proposing?
Sincerely
Nsibi
Hello Nsibi,
I recommend the private beach at Madinat Jumeirah.
To gain access, you'll need to purchase a Day Pass:
- 195 AED (€54) per adult and 95 AED (€26) per child on weekdays
- 295 AED (€82) per adult and 195 AED (€195) per child at weekends