5 Family Friendly Hotels in Dubai

It may be one of the most glamorous destinations in the world, but Dubai also has a great deal to offer families with children who wish to explore this fascinating jewel in the crown of the United Arab Emirates. Don’t be fooled by the prestige and glamour – there’s so much for kids to do too!

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1. Citymax Al Barsha
Just behind the spectacular mall of Emirates, the three-star Citymax Al Barsha complex
boasts a beautiful outdoor swimming pool – perfect for splashing about or luxuriating on a
sunbed. Situated right by the Dubai Community Theatre and Arts centre, with an onsite bar, restaurant and fitness centre, and with lovely cosy family rooms available, you can book for as low as £430 per person for five nights. Perfect for active families with a wide variety of interests, the three-star hotel has a huge amount to offer.

2. Fortune Grand Deira
From as low as £344 per person for five nights, the whole family can enjoy gourmet dining, a dip in the hotel’s glittering pool and high-class service in this four-star gem. Sitting right in the heart of Dubai, all the incredible sights and activities of the city are available to explore! Boasting a gym, sauna and sun terrace, the hotel is an ideal get-away for kids and their parents.

3. Holiday Inn Bur Dubai – Embassy District
The glorious sun terrace and pool at this four-star complex are stunningly beautiful and surprisingly accessible, as a major metro station sits feet away from the hotel. With live evening entertainment and excellent fitness facilities, there is plenty to do both within the hotel and outside in the heart of the city. Holiday Inn Bur Dubai sits very close to the stunning and world-famous Dubai Creek, a perfect spot for some family sightseeing! All this is within reach from only £333 per person for five nights.

4. JA Palm Tree Court
With an array of activities such as watersports, horse riding and tennis, the sprawling JA Palm Tree resort really does answer all needs for a thrilling family holiday. From £549 per person for four nights, the five star destination features a whopping 16 restaurants and bars, teen and kids clubs and a creche, three swimming pools – with three separate kids’ pools – and a complimentary shuttle bus to all major local shopping malls when you fancy a day out in the city. Parents can enjoy a fully-equipped gym and golf course, and all this in very close proximity to the astonishing Palm Jebel Ali archipelago.

5. Jumeirah Mina A Salam – Madinat Jumeirah
Another glorious waterside resort, Jumeirah Mina A Salam accommodates a wide variety of tastes. Adventurous members of the group can enjoy scuba diving, visits to the nearby Wadi-Wadi Waterpark and a fantastic variety of other watersports and a climbing wall. Those who need a little rest and relaxation can attend the sumptuous Talise spa, enjoy al fresco dining on beautiful terraces or chill out at the poolside bar. Each day at this fantastic five-star complex promises to be jam-packed with wonderful new experiences, and families can enjoy all this from just £775 per person for five nights.