Dubai, the jewel of the United Arab Emirates, is a city that is always on the move. Known for its iconic architecture, luxurious shopping, and vibrant nightlife, it is a city that offers an endless array of experiences for visitors and locals alike.
With each passing year, Dubai continues to evolve and expand, adding new hotels, restaurants, cafes, and attractions to its already impressive repertoire.
For those who love to indulge in the latest and greatest, there is no better time to visit Dubai than now. The city is constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible, offering visitors a glimpse into the future of luxury living.
From sleek new hotels that redefine the meaning of opulence to innovative dining experiences that take taste buds on a journey around the world, Dubai’s newest offerings are sure to delight even the most discerning travellers.
Whether you’re looking to soak up the sun on a pristine beach, explore the city’s rich cultural heritage, or indulge in some world-class shopping, Dubai has something for everyone. So why not come and discover the latest and greatest that this vibrant city has to offer? With so much to see and do, you’re sure to leave with memories that will last a lifetime.
Hotels
SO/ Uptown Dubai: A Vibrant and Luxurious Stay in the Heart of the City
Opening in 2023, the SO/ Uptown Dubai is a new luxury hotel set to make its mark in the heart of Dubai’s Uptown district. The hotel boasts 146 guest rooms and 42 suites, each decorated with a vibrant and luxurious aesthetic.
Guests can enjoy multiple dining options, including a rooftop lounge, a wellness spa, a fitness centre, and a pool with a sweeping view of the city skyline. For entertainment, there is even a private cinema. The hotel’s location puts it in close proximity to some of Dubai’s most iconic attractions, including Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall.
The Lana, Dorchester Collection: A Contemporary Hotel with Breathtaking Views
Opening to the public in late 2023, The Lana, Dorchester Collection is a luxury hotel set in a building designed by Foster + Partners. The interiors are crafted by the renowned Parisian duo Gilles et Boissier and are intended to showcase Dubai’s breathtaking vistas.
Guests can expect to enjoy views of Burj Khalifa, beautiful sunsets to the northwest, and stunning landscapes to the southeast. The hotel’s 225 guest rooms, including 69 suites, feature floor-to-ceiling windows, stone parquet flooring, and triple-height ceilings.
The living spaces are adorned with dark marble, rounded furniture, and soft hues of gold, beige, and olive, creating an inviting and discreet atmosphere. The in-room experience is enhanced with deep-soaking bathtubs, some of which are positioned in the windows, offering guests an unparalleled view of the city whilst they relax.
Bab Al Shams: A Luxurious Desert Retreat
Bab Al Shams, which means ‘gateway to the sun’ in Arabic, is a luxurious desert retreat that reopened in February 2023 following a major renovation. The resort combines traditional Arabic architecture with contemporary luxury, offering spacious rooms and suites with breathtaking views of the surrounding desert landscape.
Guests can indulge in a range of dining options, from authentic Arabian cuisine to international favourites, and relax at the spa which offers treatments inspired by local traditions. The resort also boasts a variety of outdoor activities, including falconry, camel riding, desert treks, and more.
The Address Grand Creek Harbour: A Five-Star Luxury Hotel in a Prestigious Location
The Address Grand Creek Harbour is the newest addition to Dubai’s ever-changing skyline. The resort boasts over 1,000 rooms, combining both hotels and residences. Located in the prestigious Dubai Creek Harbour, the hotel offers a stunning waterfront view.
As the first five-star luxury hotel in the area, guests can expect the highest level of service and amenities. The hotel features a variety of dining options, including rooftop restaurants with breathtaking views, a spa, a fitness centre, and an infinity pool overlooking the Creek.
Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club: A Chic Property on the Waterfront Promenade
Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club is a chic new property in Dubai Marina, located on the idyllic waterfront promenade. It is the perfect destination for those looking to enjoy the lively Marina area. Guests can lounge by the pool or by the beach, or be pampered at the signature spa for the perfect relaxing getaway.
NH Dubai The Palm: A Newly Opened Hotel with Direct Beach Access
NH Dubai The Palm is a newly opened hotel located on the iconic Palm Jumeirah. The hotel is situated on the exclusive Palm West Beach, offering direct access to the beach and promenade.
With its chic touches which offer a nod to local character, the NH Collection hotel is perfect for travellers seeking to be close to the shores of Palm Jumeirah. Guests have easy access to nearby attractions, including Nakheel Mall and the captivating Palm Fountain at The Pointe, the largest fountain in the world.
The hotel features a sunset-facing rooftop infinity pool with an elegant lounge, offering guests the perfect place to relax and unwind. Additionally, the hotel’s lively sports venue is Dubai’s new go-to destination to watch the matches.
Radisson Beach Resort Palm Jumeirah: A Vibrant Lifestyle Resort on the Beachfront Promenade
The newly opened Radisson Beach Resort Palm Jumeirah is a vibrant lifestyle resort located on Palm West Beach, boasting incredible city views with easy access to the beach. The resort offers an array of amenities for both business and leisure travellers, including on-site restaurants, bars, a fitness centre, and a spa.
The hotel is situated in one of the newest, trendiest, and most vibrant beachfront promenades in Dubai, West Beach, which offers visitors an array of luxurious beach clubs, restaurants, and much more. Guests can take advantage of the full-service private beach and pool areas to relax and unwind. For those travelling for business, the resort provides three fully equipped meeting rooms.
Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah: The Perfect Combination of Leisure and Business Amenities
Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah recently opened on the beach of the iconic Palm Jumeirah, is the first Marriott Resort in Dubai, offering the perfect combination of leisure and business amenities. Guests can enjoy the beachside pool, fitness centre, and Saray Spa, while little ones can have fun at the Kids Club.
With 10 restaurants serving an array of international flavours, from Korean, Italian, Japanese, and Mexican cuisine, there’s something for everyone. The resort is located on the Palm West Beach promenade where guests can relax on the private beach, swim in the Arabian Gulf, and explore the restaurants and water sports facilities along the promenade.
voco Dubai The Palm: A Contemporary Hotel with Direct Beach Access
Guests can discover the newly opened, boutique-inspired voco® Dubai The Palm, located on trendy Palm West Beach on Palm Jumeirah. This contemporary-style hotel offers direct beach access with stunning views of the Arabian Gulf.
The rooms at the hotel combine traditional local hospitality with contemporary convenience, providing quality bed linens and coffee machines to ensure a comfortable stay.
Guests can dine at the stylish Maison Mathis for authentic European cuisine or head to the rooftop pool bar, Frenia, for snacks and barista brews with sweeping views of the sea.
JA Hatta Fort Hotel – Terra Cabins: A Unique Getaway in Hatta’s Natural Landscapes
The recently opened JA Hatta Fort Hotel offers guests the opportunity to stay closer to Hatta’s breathtaking natural landscapes and invite more company along for the adventure.
The Deluxe Terra Cabins at JA Hatta Fort Hotel provide ample space for up to six guests, featuring flexible sleeping arrangements, a walk-in rain shower, and a projector, as well as a dedicated patio and window-side seating. The chic interior design of the cabins perfectly complements the stunning surrounding scenery.
Guests staying in the Terra Cabins at JA Hatta Fort Hotel can take advantage of all of the resort’s facilities, including 24-hour in-room dining, speciality restaurants, and a wide range of leisure and recreational activities, such as two outdoor pools, pad tennis courts, and animal life encounters.
Whether seeking a relaxing getaway or an action-packed adventure, the JA Hatta Fort Hotel is the perfect destination for any traveller looking to immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquillity of Hatta’s natural wonders.
Heart of Europe’s Côte d’Azur Monaco: An Extravagant Adults-Only Beach Resort
One of the most recent additions to Dubai’s hotel scene, the Heart of Europe Côte d’Azur Hotel is an extravagant, five-star adults-only beach resort that invites guests on a journey along the stunning French Riviera.
Located in the Heart of Europe, this magnificent hideaway offers an indulgent experience complete with French ‘savoir-vivre’ and non-stop partying day and night. The Côte d’Azur Resort is comprised of four luxurious five-star hotels, each named after picturesque coastal hotspots along the famous French Riviera: Monaco, Nice, Cannes, and St Tropez.
The resort’s design and decor reflect the glamour and elegance of the French Riviera, with beautiful architecture, chic interiors, and luxurious amenities. Guests can enjoy a wide range of activities and entertainment, including world-class dining, water sports, and relaxing spa treatments.
Events And Things To Do
Chinatown
Dubai Mall, one of the world’s largest malls, has recently added Chinatown to its list of attractions. This new addition is focused on shopping and dining outlets, offering visitors a unique experience.
Visitors can expect to find stores selling Asian cosmetics, Chinese-inspired trinkets, and authentic Chinese food shops and bakeries. With its wide range of products, Chinatown is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a taste of Asia.
AYA Universe: An Immersive Entertainment Park
AYA Universe is a new immersive entertainment park that promises to transport visitors to otherworldly realms. This space is filled with 12 rooms that combine art and technology to create vibrant, interactive experiences.
In AYA, visitors can wander through wonder as they play, drift, and dream amidst observatories full of stars, gardens blooming with light, and rivers that bridge the infinite. With its unique combination of technology and art, AYA Universe is a must-see destination for anyone seeking an extraordinary and otherworldly experience.
Frying Pan Adventures: Quickie Snacking Tours
Frying Pan Adventures, a food tour operator, has recently launched their new Old Dubai Quickie Snacking Tours. This new tour is designed to showcase the best of Dubai’s vibrant food scene, introducing visitors to the diverse flavours and cultures that make up the city’s culinary landscape.
With a focus on sustainability, the tour highlights the importance of supporting local businesses and celebrating the rich food traditions of the region. This all-new tour is perfect for all ages, so little ones and adults can discover Dubai’s culinary landscape.
New Restaurants and Cafes in Dubai
St. Regis Gardens: Collection of Restaurants
The St. Regis Gardens, set on Palm Jumeirah, will fully launch in the summer of 2023 featuring a collection of restaurants, some of which are already open, with others set to open soon.
The restaurants will include big international names alongside homegrown restaurants, adding to the hotel’s all-day dining Cordelia and the newly opened Turkish restaurant RÜYA, plus the trio of concepts at the top of the Palm Tower: Aura Skypool, Sushisamba, and CouCou. The St. Regis Gardens will be divided between the East and West sides, with an 8,000-square-metre rooftop space.
AYLA Beach: Levantine Cuisine
AYLA Beach offers a journey back in time to the golden era of the Eastern Mediterranean, with a focus on Levantine cuisine in a serene beachside environment with stunning views of Dubai.
The menu at AYLA Beach is based on locally caught fish and sustainably sourced fresh ingredients that are used to create a variety of both modern and traditional dishes. Guests can lounge by the pool during the day, sipping on signature tipples, or stay after sundown to enjoy a feast with friends accompanied by tunes.
Mott 32: Evocative Restaurant
Mott 32 is a new evocative restaurant in Dubai that celebrates modern Hong Kong culture and cuisine. The restaurant occupies the 73rd floor of the Address Beach Resort and boasts breathtaking views of the city from its open-air terrace. With inventive Chinese cuisine and a stunning setting, Mott 32 is inspired by Manhattan’s first Chinese convenience store, which opened in 1981.
Mott 32’s unique East-meets-West aesthetic is evident in its majestic interiors, which feature high ceilings, sliding doors, and sculptural forms. The main dining room and private dining area offer a host of seating options for guests to enjoy a memorable dining experience. The restaurant is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner for two.
Atlantis, The Royal: A Food Lover’s Paradise
The recently opened Atlantis, The Royal Hotel in Dubai is a food lover’s paradise with a wide array of newly opened restaurants to choose from. For those looking to experience the best in contemporary British cuisine, Dinner by Heston Blumenthal is a must-visit experience.
With stunning beachfront views, Nobu by the Beach offers guests an opportunity to savour exquisite Japanese cuisine, whilst Estiatorio Milos takes visitors on a culinary journey to Greece, serving fresh seafood and traditional Greek dishes.
Other restaurants include La Mar by Gaston Acurio which offers a taste of Peruvian cuisine, while Ling Ling by Hakkasan serves up Asian-inspired small plates in a chic lounge atmosphere, whilst Jaleo by Jose Andres is a Spanish-inspired restaurant that offers a lively ambience and delicious tapas-style dishes.
Bungalo34
Bungalo34 is the latest addition to Nikki Beach Resort, a relaxed beachside eatery offering breakfast, lunch and dinner with uninterrupted views of the shimmering blue sea from its beachfront spot on Pearl Jumeirah. Dishes include fresh oysters, summer salads and seafood dishes. It’s a perfect spot for a laid-back brunch or a casual dinner by the beach.
City Social Dubai: A One-of-a-Kind Setting
City Social Dubai is the latest culinary venture of celebrity chef Jason Atherton, which opened its doors in Grosvenor House, Dubai Marina in February 2023.
Located on the 43rd floor of Grosvenor House, City Social offers a stunning 360-degree view of Dubai’s skyline. Drawing inspiration from its sister location in London, City Social Dubai has its own unique twist, bringing a new culinary experience to the city.
The menu features some of Atherton’s signature dishes, such as Scottish salmon with king crab, cucumber, dill, and trout eggs, as well as exciting new additions, including ravioli of shellfish with seaweed, mushroom jam, and sweetcorn velouté. Guests can expect a world-class dining experience at City Social Dubai where breathtaking views and exquisite cuisine come together in a one-of-a-kind setting.
Josette
For a Parisian experience in the heart of Dubai, visitors can head to Josette, the newly opened restaurant in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). With its bright marshmallow pink walls and vast chandeliers, Josette has been designed in collaboration with some of the music and art industry’s top talents, including London-based artist and interior designer Luke Edward Hall.
The venue also includes an additional space known as Petit Josette during the day and The Hidden Room during the night. But it’s not just the interiors that are impressive; Josette offers a world-class entertainment experience, with cabaret shows as well as performances by the exclusive Josette String Quartet. Josette is a perfect spot for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Dubai’s ever-evolving landscape is a testament to its innovative spirit and dedication to providing visitors with the ultimate luxury experience. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or a first-time visitor, the city’s newest hotels, restaurants, cafes, and attractions are sure to impress. From futuristic skyscrapers to traditional souks, there is something for everyone in this dazzling city.
So why not plan a trip to Dubai today and discover all that this cosmopolitan metropolis has to offer? Whether you’re looking to relax and unwind or embark on a thrilling adventure, the city’s latest offerings are sure to exceed your expectations. With its unparalleled hospitality, cutting-edge design, and commitment to excellence, Dubai is truly a destination like no other.