Which hotels in Dubai have their own private beach — and are they worth it?

Only 5 hotels in Dubai have their own private beach, and one of them is currently closed. All other hotels are located in urban areas without direct beach access.

One hotel beach recently reopened after renovation and is accessible to outside guests for a fee, but entry is restricted to families and women only.

Beach cabanas with curtains provide good shade and are the most comfortable option, as shaded areas on the property are otherwise limited.

Soluna Beach Club is best avoided — the water has an unpleasant smell and the overall comfort level is very poor.

One hotel receives praise for its all-inclusive food, but its location relative to the sea is inconvenient, and the beach can be littered with debris washed ashore, especially in the mornings.

At JBR Beach, the only paid shower facility is currently closed, and no working alternatives were found at the time of inquiry.