The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm

"On the 3rd floor of the St. Regis Dubai sits this boldly decorated restaurant, with its striking chandeliers, picture windows and an open kitchen down one side. The Anatolian cuisine takes traditional recipes and updates them, to create dishes that are as vibrant as they are satisfying – this is the sort of food that you feel is doing you good. There’s plenty of choice and a great value lunch menu too – just leave room for fırın sütlaç, a traditional baked rice pudding." - Michelin Inspector

"In the Palm Jumeirah, this hotel delivers a dose of New York-style luxury to the emirate in Dubai’s most exclusive neighborhoods. Of its 290 rooms and suites there are three categories, all of them celebrating views of The Palm’s fronds and the city skyline, thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows. Although there are no terraces, guests can enjoy Frette linen and down-filled pillows and bathrooms boast tubs you’ll get lost in from which you can continue to drink in the fabulous views. The decor is sophisticated with gold and cream accents, leather bed heads and flecked carpet." - Melinda Healy, Laura Ratliff

"Why book? From its position on the trunk of Dubai's famous Palm Jumeirah, this hotel delivers a dose of New York-style luxury to the emirate in Dubai’s most exclusive neighborhoods.  Set the scene On its return to the emirate, the brand has taken up residence on the first 18 floors of the 52-storey Palm Tower skyscraper, one of the tallest in Dubai. In good company, within the tower, the St Regis hotel shares the building with one of the city’s newest attractions - the AURA SkyPool Lounge - and The View Dubai. The majority of the hotel’s clientele are those who have an appreciation for the finer things in life and it is a favorite with locals and families. It’s ideally positioned as one of the first hotels you come across as you make your way along the entryway to The Palm.  The backstory Part of the Marriott Bonvoy family, the St. Regis brand was born in New York in 1904, the Dubai property one of the more than 50 St. Regis branded hotels globally. The long anticipated Dubai, The Palm property opened its doors in May 2021, the brand previously had an association with what is now Habtoor Palace Downtown. The rooms Balancing local influences with the New York style glamour we’ve come to expect from St. Regis hotels, of its 290 rooms and suites there are three categories, all of them celebrating views of The Palm’s fronds and the city skyline, thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows. Although there are no terraces, guests can enjoy Frette linen and down-filled pillows and bathrooms boast tubs you’ll get lost in from which you can continue to drink in the fabulous views. The decor is sophisticated with gold and cream accents, leather bed heads and flecked carpet.  Food and drink The spot for a drink at any St. Regis property is the St. Regis Bar, it’s the heart of each property and is renowned for its signature Bloody Mary. Carefully curated menus with woodfired seafood and quality cut meats are paired perfectly by the in-house mixologists, while breakfast is expansive in this 1920s style space that stretches the hotel’s third floor. Those ladies who enjoy a high-tea will revel in the one presented by Her by Carol Astor, but it does only welcome women, while for poolside snacks Dip Pool Bar has that covered.  The spa Guests are able to indulge in a 24-karat gold Signature Gold Journey at Iridium Spa, so very Dubai and a nod to the luxury appeal the emirate and the hotel demand. Utilized in treatments and in the decor, gold is all around, and to be bathed in it is quite the indulgence. Massages, facials and a nail service are all available to be enjoyed and the AMRA Skincare and Parisian brand Sothys products are divine.  The neighborhood/area Connected to the Nakheel Mall via an internal ramp, mall mavens will be in their element here, especially given the 300 stores right on the doorstep. Aquaventure Water Park is one monorail stop away, and other Palm attractions, including Al Ittihad Park and Club Vista Mare are across the road. Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Marina Mall are just a 10-minute cab ride away.  The service The St Regis Butler service precedes itself and is a brand-wide offering. Guests are able to customize and personalize their experiences with the dedicated butler team available to assist around the clock. Across the property the service is as five-star as the hotel, interactions friendly and attentive. For families Interconnecting rooms allow for larger families to enjoy a stay here. Infant cots and beds are complimentary and there’s a children’s pool just for the little ones. Child-minding is available by request for a fee. Accessibility This hotel is well-equipped for guests who need everything from adjustable showers to grab rails, lowered in-room view points and alarm clock telephone ringers. Anything left to mention? There are two infinity pools onsite with a private beach club on the horizon." - Melinda Healy