Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort

Dubai Beach, Dubai

Virgin rating

The hotel

Ever feel like you want to escape to a private island far, far away – well here’s your chance. This is the first resort to open on Dubai’s astonishing archipelago, and they’ve not done things by half. Arrive at Anantara The Palm Dubai and jump onboard your boat transfer across to this luxury, secluded island and leave the city behind. You won’t need to pack many pairs of shoes for this trip, as you’ll find yourself with the sand between your toes for the majority of the time, whether it’s stepping our from your beachfront room, taking part in the watersports, or watching a movie under the stars. You’ll feel far away from Dubai city but you can enjoy spectacular views of it whilst dining on tapas and wine at Luna, a cool island haunt with chilled vibes. Speaking of chilled, why not take part in one of the beach yoga classes to start your day? Whilst there is an air of relaxation around the place, little ones will enjoy the activities on offer at the kids’ club and there’s beach volleyball available should you wish to exert a bit more energy. And why not upgrade to a pool villa for that added privacy, complete with sparkling ocean views from your own private pool.  

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Yoga
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Situated approximately 10 minutes from Palm Jumeirah by boat, which guests can board at Anantara the Palm Dubai. Transfer time from Dubai International Airport: approximately 40 minutes. 

Hotel information

70 rooms, suites, and villas, all with private balcony or terrace, air-conditoning, complimentary WiFi access, flat-screen TV, minibar*, coffee/tea making facilities, hairdryer, and safe.

Ocean View Rooms with views of Burj Al Arab and Palm Jumierah, with 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 people.

Beach Pool Rooms feaure direct beach access, with a private plunge pool, outdoor bath rub, and either 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 people.

Ocean View Junior Suites are located on upper floors with skyline or ocean views, and feature a separate living space and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 people.

Beach Access Junior Suites are on the ground floor, with direct beach access from the terrace, and feature a separate living space and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 people.

One Bedroom Beach Pool Villa feature a private garden and large terrace with swimming pool, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 people.

One Bedroom Sunset Beach Pool Villa are located directly on the beach, featuring a private swimming pool on the terrace, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 people.

Qamar (Arabic and Indian dishes served oceanside, open for breakfast and dinner). Helios (Mediterranean, lunch and dinner). Grand House (casual lobby café, serving drinks and snacks). Luna (bar and lounge serving tapas and wine). Dining by Design (private dining for special occasions, advance booking only). 

Swimming pool. Private beach. Tuk Tuk kid’s club. Anantara spa* (in-room treatments available). Gym. Yoga classes*. Beach volleyball. Watersports* including kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, banana boats, and jet skiing. Fishing*. Cinema under the stars*. Cocktail mixology classes*. 

Complimentary WiFi access. Laundry service*. 24-hour room service*. 

*Denotes local charge

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (679)
  • Very good (47)
  • Average (18)
  • Poor (13)
  • Terrible (23)
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Sep 10, 2024 F M

Best experience, we can recommend. We booked a trip to the resort and we were welcomed and helped by the lovely Ocha. We also did an island tour with abishad. And had a very good service from samet.hope to come back next year and enjoy the same trip
Image of the Tripadvisor rating It is really a paradise

Sep 8, 2024 Maamoun S

Everything in terms of the stay, location, service, welcoming, the staff attitude and their smily faces, the food and the tidiness of the whole resort, exceeded our expectation, it is truly as they said, welcome to Paradise, the staff were all amazing especially Hamada and his qucik response everytime
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The best experience ever

Sep 8, 2024 a_alktheeri Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Best experience and the whole trip was smooth and easy provided by Aziz. Thank you Aziz for the amazing experience we will be coming back soon to this resort. The resort place is very peaceful and quiet perfect for honeymooners and family as well.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Breath-taking. Beautiful. Nature. An experience to be repeated.

Sep 7, 2024 Nuha A

An incredible phenomenal experience. All the staff, including the quick and efficient medical employees, such as Rakhwinder, and a very kind employee, especially Hamada, who made sure that we were always happy with every single aspect, and moment of our beautiful experience. Thank you.
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Sep 3, 2024 Nour K

the experience was great, we are definitely going again. we enjoyed the exclusivity, food, public and private pools. However the prices are very overrated