The Beach at One&Only The Palm

"9 offer both beach and city views"

"There’s a first-rate spa, and rooms with sweeping views of the beach and the marina—and, yes, those buildings you really don’t see"

"At the tip of the outer breakwater, the beach feels authentic, with starfish and swaying palms, yet also with arresting scenes of Dubai’s coastal skyscrapers"

"The first of Dubai’s extravagant palm tree–shaped artificial islands once seemed an expensive marketing gimmick; but One&Only The Palm’s prime position on the tip of the outer breakwater—plus thriving starfish and transplanted mature palm trees—make the beach here feel at once natural and private (albeit with views of dramatic postmodern skyscrapers lining the mainland coast)"

"One&Only The Palm is one of Dubai’s most secluded and seductive beachside resorts, offering three restaurants by Michelin-starred French chef Yannick Alléno, indulgent spa treatments from the UAE’s only Guerlain Spa, and a spectacular pool"

"Four private beach villas are the most elaborate of options here including multiple bedrooms, private pools and waterfront access"

"The rest of our stay was spent alternating between sea-view swimming pool and beach, mesmerised from time to time by groups of parachutists who, having taken off from the marina just across the water, floated gently down seemingly towards ‘our’ pool (none did)"

"Situated on the Palm Jumeirah, this luxury resort has a quiet, private feel -- plus an enviable beachfront locale -- which is not an easy feat in the busy city of Dubai (though expect at least a 30-minute drive to most sights)"