How much does it cost to stay at Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai

Opening its doors to the world in February 2019, the Mandarin Oriental Jumeira Dubai, although fairly new on the scene, has made quite a name for itself as one of the most stylish and luxurious hotels on the illustrious Arabian Gulf. Guests are greeted by cool marble floors, crisp water features, floor-to-ceiling glass windows and beautifully lit tree sculptures in the lobby, and throughout the hotel continues a chic, urban style with bright, light spaces in the restaurants, rooms and public areas.

Each of the 148 rooms and suites is contemporary in design with predominantly neutral tones and a pop of bright turquoise in the soft furnishings – a gentle nod to the aquamarine waters a stone’s throw away – either overlooking the beach and out to the Gulf or across the twinkling cityscape, which comes alive as dusk hits.

Dubai has fast become a go-to destination for foodies, and the Mandarin Oriental Jumeira Dubai does not disappoint, offering world-class fine dining options as well as excellent, casual spots for drinks, cake and caviar.

Four fine dining restaurants here include stunning modern Portuguese fare at Tasca by José Avillez, and Sublimotion, a unique tasting journey where just 12 diners experience a true feast for all the senses through artistic cookery and high-tech innovation. Netsu by Ross Shonhan is the hotel’s excellent Japanese steakhouse, exhibiting traditional Japanese methods using straw fire cookery and offering delectable sushi, sashimi and grilled platters. Beluga is the final fine dining establishment and Dubai’s only dedicated caviar restaurant serving delicious caviar each evening in an elegant setting.

A Mandarin Oriental Dubai booking isn’t complete without a treatment or two, or three, at the wonderful hotel spa. Taking inspiration from its Oriental heritage as well as the cultural diversity of the Middle East, the Spa offers a wonderful array of treatments and services including exotic massages, hammam-style rituals, scrubs, facials and a range of excellent wellness programmes. Alongside this, the hotel boasts a state-of-the-art Fitness & Wellness Centre and Movement Studio for classes, training and meditation. A great range of water sports are also on offer at the beach including kayaking, water-skiing and paddleboarding, plus check out the hotel’s new Padel Court if you fancy working up a sweat!

In true Mandarin Oriental style, the hotel features a rich and varied programme of incredible experiences for guests, utilising its proximity to Jumeirah beach as well as the bright lights of Downtown Dubai. Away from the hotel there are a wealth of activities to choose from that will appeal to thrill-seekers, avid shoppers, or those wanting to absorb some local culture. Book a hot air balloon ride, helicopter sightseeing tour, skydiving experience, a high-end shopping trip to Bloomingdales or even a private guided tour of Old Dubai.

Luxury Dubai holidays are one of the most popular holiday choices for the rich and famous due to the hot climate, oceanside location and world-class shopping. You can’t scroll Instagram without coming across a celebrity lying next to a Dubai swimming pool or on Jumeirah Beach with a cocktail in hand. The Mandarin Oriental Group is a favourite with international celebs, many of whom are ‘MO Fans’ including actors Stanley Tucci, Dev Patel and Dame Helen Mirren, golfer Adam Scott, and dancer Darcey Bussell.

The Mandarin Oriental Dubai offers so much in this vibrant destination, whether you wish to lounge by the beach or the pool, head out and explore the sights and sounds of the city and surrounding area or fill your days with ultimate indulgence in the spa. Dubai is geared towards the wealthy and famous – as it reflected in the prices and services on offer – but £1,900 per person for five-nights in a legendary Mandarin Oriental hotel, not to mention located in one of the most desirable holiday destinations in the world, is worth every penny.

Flights to Dubai from London are direct and take approximately seven hours; on arrival the transfer time is 20 minutes from the airport to the hotel. 

Downtown Dubai is about 15 minutes away by car, where you have sights such as the iconic Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Fountain to gaze upon. Within five minutes you can also be in the famed La Mer Dubai with its world-class shops, restaurants and waterparks.