The Burj Al Arab – A Luxurious Hotel in Dubai

June 25, 2020 Jignesh Vasavada 5469 Views

You have always dreamt of this place. You would have watched numerous documentaries and we are confident you would have a visit to this uber luxury hotel as part of your Dubai itinerary. Welcome to the Burj Al Arab, a 5 star luxurious located in Dubai claiming to the tallest hotels in the world and probably the 7th tallest structure in the world, not to mention that 39% of its space is not occupied.

The Burj Al Arab is located on an artificial island about 300 metres from Jumeirah Beach and has a connection with the mainland via a curving bridge. The structure resembles a ship sail and also boasts of a helipad at the height of 210 metres.

It is an extravagant hotel built at a cost of $1billion and brags of a chauffer driven Rolls Royce, personal butlers, toiletries by Hermes and almost everything is 24 karat gold. Not to mention there are 6 staffs per guests.

It is more than two decades old and has won loads of awards and accolades for its uber luxury. Best Hotel in the World, Five-Star Award are among the many awards it can claim ownership to.

Burj Al Arab is quite simply a destination that needs to be part of your check-in list once.

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Best time to visit Burj Al Arab:

The best to visit Burj Al Arab is about anytime. It is open all day all night.

Visit Timings for Burj Al Arab:

As such there are no specific timings to visit Burj Al Arab. You could experience it both during day and night.

Location of Burj Al Arab:

The Location of Burj Al Arab is easily available on any map. The address is
Jumeirah St – Umm Suqeim 3 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates. Any taxi or travel operator can take you by just mentioning the name.

Entrance Fees Burj Al Arab:

Luxury was never free. An afternoon tea at the Skyview Bar can set you back by AED 650 per person.
You would need to shell out more like AED 100 per person to book a window seat to enjoy the views of Dubai.
You can book these online too.

Required time to explore Burj Al Arab:

The Approximate time to visit the entire Burj Al Arab is about one hour. Though if you are a huge luxury freak, you may marvel at the insides for longer.

Things to Do while you visit the Burj Al Arab:

Talise Spa

World class spa with a Jacuzzi, treatment therapies and infinity pool awaits you here. This spa plays home to two of the total five swimming pools in the Burj Al Arab. One can get a facial, signature spa services, and massages here. Book them online or in person between 9;15 am to 9 pm.

Talise Fitness

If you are a gymoholic, then the Talise Fitness at the Burj Al Arab is your place. Available for both men and women, the Talise fitness is open from 6 am to 10 pm and conducts cardio, yoga, strength training, circuit and much more.

Restaurants in Burj Al Arab

Six restaurants and three bar lounges are the best way to catch a proper glimpse to the Burj Al Arab if you are not a guest. The afternoon tea at the Sky Lounge is the most popular among them. Popular for many cuisines, these restaurants are a good visit:

Al Mahara
Bab Al Yam
Scape Lounge & Restaurant
Skyview Bar and Restaurant
Al Muntaha
Gold on 27
Junsui
Sahn Eddar
Al Iwan

Burj Al Arab Helipad

Ever visited a floating helipad at the height to 212 metres above sea level? This place has played host to many Hollywood and Sports celebrities like Andre Agassi and Roger Federer, Tiger Woods, David Coulthard. A visit to this place will make it a memorable experience.

Burj Al Arab Terrace

Spending time and doing nothing at the Burj Al Arab Terrace is luxury outdoor activity. Stare at the sea, idle and just laze around. Two pools, a bar and restaurant, butler service, a private beach area and sun and day baths, the terrace has it all.

Private Beach Access

Love the privacy and the calm of the Arabian Gulf? Well get lured by the warm blue waters in the Burj Al Arab’s private beach. It is a paradise for sun bathers seeking privacy and peace. Extremely private and meant for the super exclusive, the beach is a great place to enjoy the sunset and sunrises.

Water Sports

How can the beach and water sports be separated. They cannot, however one can always add a lot of glamour and luxury to the same. The Burj Al Arab offers a host of services like yatching, kayaking, buggy rides and host of other water sports.
Water sports at Burj Al Arab include:

Scuba diving courses
Waterskiing
Banana boat and kneeboard rides
Deep sea fishing
Indoor and outdoor swimming pools
Kayaks
Luxury yacht cruises
Diving
Hobbie Cat Sailing
Windsurfing
Yacht charter

Sightseeing Tours

Among the things to do at Burj Al Arab, sightseeing tours is yet another great idea offered to guests. This is a good way to explore and immerse into the wealth, culture, adventure and history of Dubai.
Burj Al Arab Jumeirah expeditions take you to:

Desert Safaris
Dubai Creek waterfront
Art galleries
Gold Souk
Heritage Village
Museums
Bird watching
City sightseeing

Other Activities by Burj Al Arab

Guests can be taken complimentary to the uber-thrilling rides in Wild Wadi Waterpark. If you are a conservationist then, the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project is your go to place. Go ahead rescue, rehabilitate, escort the endangered Hawksbill turtle to safety.