In Dubai, a relaxing beach break can be combined with an exciting city escape. With beautiful stretches of shoreline, lively promenades, waterfront dining and plenty of urban attractions, this dynamic destination offers plenty of options for a weekend filled with sunshine, shopping and memorable experiences.
Stay in the JBR Area
For a convenient beach-and-city getaway, choose to stay at a property like JA Ocean View Hotel Dubai in the heart of Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR). Choose from luxurious rooms and suites with sublime sea views and private balconies, allowing you to enjoy the scenery between outings to the nearby beach. An infinity pool overlooking the ocean and Ain Dubai, diverse dining, a supervised children’s play area, a fitness centre and options for padel tennis will make your stay even more rewarding.
Have Fun at JBR Beach
After you have settled into one of the Dubai ocean view hotels, it’s time to hit JBR Beach! It offers plenty of space to soak up the sunshine and enjoy water sports such as jet skiing, kayaking, paddleboarding, parasailing and banana boat rides. For something different, take a camel ride along the shore with the skyline as your backdrop. Witness a spellbinding sunset, then catch a blockbuster at the nearby cinema for a fun weekend evening by the beach.
Shop and Dine at The Walk at JBR
Running along the JBR waterfront, The Walk is a lively promenade worth visiting throughout the day and after sunset. Browse boutiques, pick up souvenirs, enjoy a spa treatment or visit a salon for a little holiday pampering. Street performers and occasional pop-up markets add to the atmosphere, while the wide choice of restaurants and cafés makes it easy to find something delicious, whether you are craving local flavours or international favourites.
Enjoy Some City Adventures
JBR Beach is also a handy base for exploring the city during your weekend escape. Spend some time browsing the shops and cafés at Dubai Marina Mall, take a stroll along the Marina Walk and make time for iconic attractions like the Burj Khalifa. You can also head to Bluewaters Island to enjoy its waterfront setting and a ride on Ain Dubai, which offers impressive views as one would expect from the tallest observation wheel on the planet!