Jumeirah Beach Hotel

Advantages: The service
Disadvantages: A short break to Dubai is enough, expensive

...beginning of October to the Jumeirah Beach hotel in Dubai for himself and a friend/partner. The trip didn't start that well, with a seven-hour night flight from Heathrow with Emirates out of the always-crowded Terminal 2. Dubai is four hours ahead of the UK, so by the time we landed it was morning. We were directed out of the airport to a waiting white mini-bus, which was not exactly what I had expected from a five star hotel. However, our friendly ...
...downtown traffic to the upmarket Jumeirah beach area, about 25 minutes away. He pointed out landmarks such as the Emirates tower, which is the tallest tower in Europe and the Middle East; however, our eyes were firmly fixed on another very large, sail-shaped tower which was visible almost as soon as we left the airport: the legendary Burj Al Arab, sister hotel of our destination. First Impressions The Jumeirah Beach, as the name suggests, is located ... Read review

Advantages: close to everything and wonderful views and treated like royalty
Disadvantages: cant afford to live there

...We arrived at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel at 9.30 am and checking in time is midday. They take your bags, details and passports in case you use "extras" such as drinks room service etc as you wont need your passports till you leave. This is better than leaving money, credit card details and so on at the desk. That done they invite you to wait till a room is ready by taking you to the Restaurant for a complimentary drink. which after the heat outside ...
...drink. Although contrary to what people think you can have a drink of alcohol in Restaurants and hotels but having said that a long cool drink was more refreshing. The room itself is more like a suite. The first thing you notice is the massive bed and then the most wonderful view. Every single room has a view looking out over the Gulf. Many photos were taken of the view so you can tell how wonderful it was! In the room is a television with a personal ... Read review

Advantages: World-Class Facilities and Service
Disadvantages: Expensive (but worth it!)

...better hotels, right now the Jumeirah Beach Hotel holds the title of the best resort hotel in Dubai and arguably the best in the world. We spent 10 days at the hotel in Easter 2005 and will definitely be planning a return trip! Arrival Before we even arrived at the hotel the exceptional service started, with a limousine waiting to pick us up from the airport. After the short drive to the hotel we checked in only to be told we would have a wait ...
...views right the way down Jumeirah Beach, from the outdoor terrace. There is also an "English-style" pub, The Dow and Anchor(!?) and a nightclub on the ground/basement floor, but being "old-foggies" we didn't get that far! PS. With the exception of the buffet restaurant, other eating places require an advance booking, so best to do this on your first day to make sure you get the best choice of dining times and restuarants - you can also book for ... Read review

Advantages: Great location, very good quality and family friendly
Disadvantages: Price: can be a little heavy, but you get what you pay for

Well what can i say, there is probably too much to write about JBH so i will try and keep it fairly short and sweet. Firstly, the flight to Dubai isn't too bad, around 7 hours which isn't that bad compared to other holidays i've been on and if there is good in-flight entertainment you will be well and truly satisfied. Next, you arrive at the wonderful airport in Dubai, and because we paid a little extra, we had a JBH employee meet and greet us ...
...through security! We then went outside into the blisteringly warm heat to be greeted by a JBH escort car (an AUDI A8) in which they provided us with cold bottles of water and face cloths. It was celebrity style treatment! When we arrived at the hotel after the 20-minute car journey, we went into the lobby area and were greeted by almost every employee. They were the most friendly staff I've ever encountered! The hotel is fantastic quality and they ... Read review

Advantages: Luxurious, excellent service & facilities, great food, helpful staff etc.......
Disadvantages: None!

...fabulous experience offered by the Jumeirah Beach Hotel. It's quite expensive, but a great example of getting what you pay for - the rooms are spacious and come with a whole manner of luxuries to include fresh fruit delivered daily, complimentary bath robes, daily resort newsletters, chocolates, and fresh towels left in the shapes of animals! The facilities within the hotel are fantastic, a large main pool with swm up pool bar, family pool & executive ...
...that it is in an established part of Dubai where there is no building work currently underway, much more peaceful than the other end of Jumeirah Beach (near the Hilton and others) where there are cranes and construction sites everywhere. Disadvantages........... a bit too expensive to go back every year. ... Read review

Advantages: absolutely loads of things to do. great weather. friendly
Disadvantages: often 'dry' holy days. expensive booze.

...for a little class, but cheap drinks at a certain time, I would recommend the Dhow and Anchor in the Jumeirah Beach Hotel. They have a happy hour that lasts from 6pm to 7.30 pm, where the drinks are 12 Dhs, or £1.80. After this they double in price going up to 25 Dhs a pint which is over £4. It is however a very nice place, with good seating facilities, brilliantly trained staff giving the best of service, and warm and pleasant people. Finally, if youre looking for somewhere to watch the footy, I would advise the Sports Bar in the Emirates Golf Club. This is a very presitigous bar, where you will be expected to dress respectively, although looks, or weight is not regarded a problem. They have access to many sports channels and therefore have most sporting events. They have a very interesting abr set up with a circular bar in the middle... Read review

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Advantages: A Bustling Nightlife, Very cheap Shopping with a huge array of different popular retail stores, Beautiful Hotels, Beautiful Beaches, Pleasant weather between October and April, Brilliant service in restaurants across the board, Lots to do
Disadvantages: Alcohol is generally quite expensive, Ramadan (holy month of ramadan means that you must not eat or drink in public during the day)

...for a little class, but cheap drinks at a certain time, I would recommend the Dhow and Anchor in the Jumeirah Beach Hotel. They have a happy hour that lasts from 6pm to 7.30 pm, where the drinks are 12 Dhs, or £1.80. After this they double in price going up to 25 Dhs a pint which is over £4. It is however a very nice place, with good seating facilities, brilliantly trained staff giving the best of service, and warm and pleasant people. Finally, if youre looking for somewhere to watch the footy, I would advise the Sports Bar in the Emirates Golf Club. This is a very presitigous bar, where you will be expected to dress respectively, although looks, or weight is not regarded a problem. They have access to many sports channels and therefore have most sporting events. They have a very interesting abr set up with a circular bar in the middle... Read review

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Advantages: shopping, beaches, gold, nice and warm weather
Disadvantages: Can get too hot :-)

...and the water was clear. Quite amazing considering that the dry docks of Dubai are not that far away. The water was not as warm as I had expected but I guess we have to take into consideration that it is spring. I would guess that the water temperature was a bit above 20 degrees. If you want to go further out of town it is possible to visit the Jumeira beach park. But remember that they have “Women only” days in this park so check before you go. And if you go even further you will reach the area where Jumeirah Beach hotel and Burj Al Arab is located. Burj Al Arab (The Arabian Tower) This hotel was the first (and only?) seven star hotel in the world and I have to admit that it an amazing building. They also say that it is the tallest hotel in the world with its 321 meters. Built on an artificial island you can access the hotel by a bridge out... Read review

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