Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort & SpavsInterContinental Dubai Marina, an IHG Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is preferred by most writers compared to InterContinental Dubai Marina. Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort ranks #20 in Dubai with praise from 8 sources like Gayot, The Telegraph and Condé Nast Traveler.
Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
East Crescent, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $223/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Star Service
"Located on the eastern side of the famous, man-made Palm Jumeirah island, this Anantara property is one of the most exclusive around." Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The Anantara is certainly one of Dubai's prettier resorts, and it caters well to both romancing couples and families with kids." Full review
Gayot
"A prime beachfront location includes infinity and lagoon-style swimming pools, tennis court, workout facilities and kids and teen clubs."
Travel + Leisure
"Offering the only over water villas in the Middle East, this 293-room Thai-inspired oasis is located on the eastern crescent of Dubai's iconic Palm Jumeirah." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Be sure to raise a glass at sunset at Lotus Bar, have a private dining experience on the private jetty and book an Arabian pearl facial to round off your sea-inspired stay." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This resort hotel on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah has a vast spa and a combination of lagoon rooms and villas, some over water." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Set on a stretch of private golden sand, child-friendly Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort’s rooms and villas are decked out in sleek Siam style." Full review
Jetsetter
"Brand new resort on Dubai’s Palm Islands, with a private beach, multiple restaurants and soon-to-open spa." Full review
Independent
"If you’re looking to push the boat out and stay out of the city’s busier areas, Anantara The Palm is the perfect hideaway"
City guide
December 16, 2021
InterContinental Dubai Marina, an IHG Hotel
Dubai Marina, Bay Central, Dubai 393080, United Arab Emirates
From $165/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
The Telegraph
8.0
"This design-conscious hotel features minimalist interiors, eye-catching artworks and celebrated British chef Jason Atherton's first restaurant in the Middle East." Full review
Fodor's
"It's rare to find a large hotel brand that also delivers on style, but that's exactly what you'll find at the Intercontinental Dubai Marina." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The InterContinental Dubai Marina is a huge luxury hotel with minimalistic-chic decor." Full review