Dubai isn't known for moderation – supersized hotels, aquariums, designer cars and luxury yachts are all commonplace – and off-the-scale spa experiences are the norm at these pamper palaces, where the most commonly spoken word is 'wow'. From relaxation suites furnished with water beds, treatments that require tucking you in under sumptuously fluffy duvets, and changing rooms stocked with the latest Dyson hairdryers and beautifying gadgets, every aspect has been designed with luxury in mind. Not to mention the interiors, often glammed up with jazzy décor and design that references a hotel's heritage, or sometimes simply a sleek, Cararra marble-clad steam room will impress. Relax, Dubai has you covered.
Helicopter tours from the hotel’s helipad and water bed recliners in the spa hint at the opulence in this palatial pile situated on the artificial island of Palm Jumeirah. An extensive array of facilities include hydrotherapy and thermal relaxation rooms, water flotation lounges, a traditional Arabic Attar perfumery and 12 treatment rooms. Neom treatments feature molten butter massages using skincare candles made from comforting cocoa and shea butters loaded with essential oils, leaving the skin buttery-soft for hours. Read expert review From £ 122There’s no getting round it, W Dubai – The Palm is a party palace, and its achingly cool interiors and music links are an homage to that. In rooms, some walls undulate, sparkling like inky disco balls with a covering of dark glass tiles, while others are daubed with ‘calligraffiti’ – sprawling Arabic text spelling out the lyrics to a song about love being as vast as the ocean. Even the spa’s interiors have been glammed up with jazzy décor and design that references Dubai’s pearl diving heritage. Among the facilities are 11 treatment rooms, steam room, sauna, experiential shower and whirlpool – perfect for a post-party pamper. Read expert review From £ 220• The best family-friendly hotels in Dubai
The first Caesars Palace outside of Las Vegas brings a touch of ancient Rome to Dubai. The resort has a slick, contemporary style with nods to the Roman empire in the form of giant bust, horse and foot sculptures. There's something for everyone: a trendy private beach club, a Pantheon-style theatre, and cutting-edge Qua Spa. Expect unique treatments like the Japanese Iyashi Dome infrared capsule, which burns up to 600 calories per session; the city's only warm quartz bed, which inclines for gravity treatments; and the indulgent gold dust and touch of silk massage. Read expert review From £ 260• The best restaurants in Dubai
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Often referred to as one of the Emirates' most romantic resorts, One&Only The Palm sets the relaxing tone of its detail-driven service the moment you arrive, with frosted fragranced towels and crystal tumblers of iced tea. The resort centres on the main pool, lined with verdant palms and plush cosy recliners for two. A maze of decks, paths and horseshoe-arch-punctuated pavilions leads to a high-tech gym with an adults-only outdoor pool, an opulent Guerlain Spa and a Pedi:Mani:Cure Studio by celebrity pedicurist Bastien Gonzalez. Guests can expect signature rituals designed exclusively for the hotel by Guerlain, including treatments that help you tan, regenerating massages and steamy body wraps. Read expert review From £ 406With a host of awards to its name, Fairmont The Palm is a top spot for spa-seekers looking for some holiday r&r. Willow Stream Spa is a sanctuary of hammam steam, Tibetan singing bowls and Shiffa Dubai’s organic oils, which make attractive gifts. Eleven spa suites include two couples’ suites and balcony spaces with pool views, steam rooms and a sauna and there are dedicated spaces for women and men which come with thermal suites, Moroccan hammams and relaxation lounges. Should you wish to work out pre-treatment (or post), the fitness centre is forever evolving with a timetable of innovative classes and a high-tech gym. Read expert review From £ 104Residence & Spa, one of three properties – including the regal Arabian Court and the Moorish-style Palace – that make up The One&Only Royal Mirage, is a discreet hideaway within the resort with its own reception, pool, private dining room and bar. Among the palms and pools, the spa – which is as lavish as the modern Arabian property is outrageously opulent – features 12 treatment rooms, stellar facilities and stress-busting experiences like vigorous hammam treatments. Elsewhere, active wellness enthusiasts can practice their serve on the tennis courts, work out in the state-of-the-art fitness centre, or take to the sea with water sports like kayaking and wind-surfing. Read expert review From £ 181This much-loved resort is a sun-soaked playground for all ages, thanks to its beautiful beach, multiple pools, excellent children’s facilities and Roman-themed spa. Inside the Caracalla Spa, guests have complimentary use of the mosaic-tiled thermal suite with five pools of varying temperatures, saunas and steam rooms, and can indulge in Elemis and Aromatherapy Associates treatments. Complete your day of indulgence with a sumptuous meal on the terrace at Zengo, which serves pan-Asian cuisine such as King crab volcano rolls, octopus tempura and sticky short ribs from the robata grill. Read expert review From £ 168• The best all-inclusive Dubai hotels
This beachfront hotel, with its sleek pool and a LA-meets-Miami-meets-Dubai feel, is one of the most impressive spas in the city, impeccably styled in Italian marble, hand-painted canvases and an outdoor pool. There are marocMaroc hammam rituals and 24-carat gold facials from A-list favourite Knesko Skin, while even seasoned spa-goers will be intrigued by the unique Terres D’Afrique treatments. The Desert Sensory Experience, incorporating meditation, singing bowls and massage on a heated quartz bed, is highly recommended. Read expert review From £ 195Contributions by Lara Brunt, Sarah Hedley Hymers, Jenny Johnson
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