The family-friendly The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel sits on the prestigious The Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. This luxury all inclusive wellness resort not only offers chic guest accommodation and daily wellness and fitness activities, but you'll have access to a private beach, tasty culinary experiences, and Dubai’s famous sights and attractions.
Feeling active? Work out in the gym, join in a fitness class, or play tennis nearby. Looking to unwind? Treat yourself to an air-conditioned beach cabana, savour a spa massage, or find your inner peace with yoga. What about the kids? The covered mini pool with toys adds in the fun factor. Seeking adventure? Go on a desert safari, panoramic helicopter flight, or sky dive.
The guest rooms and suites combine a contemporary decor with abundant home-style touches. Make a fresh brew using the illy coffee machine, lose yourself in a film on television, and relax with an indulgent bubble bath. Step onto your balcony or terrace to view the local sunsets and relish a good night's sleep thanks to the comfy beds, pillow menu, and air-conditioning.
Enjoy a buffet-style or room service breakfast; Vibe - All-Day Dining Restaurant leads to live cooking stations, BBQ station, and themed nights; Bait Al Nakhla serves traditional Arabic cuisine; Chapters Restaurant is the place for socialising, coffees, and afternoon tea; and Ripples Juice Bar offers fresh fruit and vegetable juices, signature mocktails, and street food.
Property facilities
The facilities at The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel include: an outdoor infinity swimming pool with lifeguard, shower, and sun terrace with loungers and towels; covered children's pool with toys, private beach with air-conditioned cabanas, loungers, and parasols; four restaurants, room service for cold snacks and hot meals; land-based and water sports, gym with modern equipment, personal training packages, yoga, stretching, and fitness classes; art gallery, waiting area/lounge, executive lounge, lobby with Internet area, seating, and television; shuttle, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi access in communal areas, high-speed Internet, children's play area, art gallery, valet parking, car park, and tennis nearby.
The wellness and recreation centre presents daily wellness and fitness activities, manicures, pedicures, foot reflexology, massages, sauna room, Hammam, relaxation rooms, and Jacuzzi/whirlpool bath. The 24-hour reception offers laundry/valet services, dry cleaning/ironing, late and express checkout, luggage storage, and concierge.
Food, drink & entertainment
Fuel your day with hot and cold dishes from the buffet or a room service breakfast in your guest accommodation. Vibe - All-Day Dining Restaurant features live cooking stations, a dedicated BBQ station, hearty, healthy meals prepared a la minute with fresh ingredients, and various themed nights throughout the week. Bait Al Nakhla overlooks the sea and presents traditional Arabic cuisine in modern surroundings.
Chapters Restaurant sits in the lobby and is a great place to socialise over a morning coffee, read a book from the library, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and savour afternoon tea. Ripples Juice Bar offers freshly-squeezed fruit and vegetable juices, signature mocktails, and tasty street food from around the world.
Sport, games & activities
Ease into your day with a few laps of the outdoor swimming pool or a dip in the waves. Make a beeline for Rayya Wellness and Recreation to work out in style under the guidance of the personal instructors, keep in shape with a fitness class, find your inner peace at yoga, or indulge your mind and body with a choice of 360-degree wellness solutions in the spa. Younger guests can join in the fun with time at the covered children's pool or building sandcastles on the private beach.
Leave the resort behind and discover: Nakheel Mall, Aquaventure Waterpark, The Pointe, Al Ittihad Park, The Lost Chambers Aquarium, and Ibn Battuta Mall close by; with Ski Dubai, Wild Wadi Water Park, Dubai Parks & Resort, Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, and Burj Khalifa must-visits too. For something different perhaps embark on a desert safari in the Arabian Desert or see Dubai from a unique vantage point on a panoramic helicopter flight or sky dive.
Room facilities
This luxury Dubai hotel has a total of 255 luxury guest rooms and suites across nine categories; ranging from Deluxe Rooms, King Bed or Two Single Beds, Balcony, Private Beach Access through to Penthouse Suite, Club Lounge and Beach Access, King Size Bed, Rooftop Terrace, Palm Sea View. Deluxe Rooms, King Bed Or Two Single Beds, Balcony, Private Beach Access feature zip beds, convertible to twin beds or king-size bed; pillow menu, balcony, complimentary Wi-Fi, high-speed Internet, 42-inch television, automatic and operator wake up calls, air-conditioning, breakfast in bed, organic minibar, illy coffee machine, mini-fridge, bottled water, floor-to-ceiling windows, private beach access, and bathroom with shower, bathtub, toiletries, slippers, bathrobe, bidet, WC, radio, makeup/magnifying mirror, telephone, and hairdryer.
Springing up from the Arabian Desert seemingly overnight, Dubai is an innovative city that goes out of its way to impress. This modern metropolis is all about extremes and firsts; it's home to the world's first seven-star hotel, the world's tallest building, the world's most iconic man-made island, and the world's largest shopping mall.
As well as all that extravagance, you can expect high levels of luxury and service at our selection of top notch hotels. In amongst the skyscrapers, you'll find bustling gold and spice souks that give you a taste of what Dubai was like before the boom. Take a traditional show cruise across the Creek, or head out of town on a spectacular desert safari.
Add pristine beaches and year-round sunshine to the breathtaking cityscape and it's easy to see why Dubai is fast becoming one of the planet's most popular holiday destinations.
Dubai is warm all year round, but it can get really hot in the height of summer. Visit from November to March for highs of around 25°C.
One of the biggest draws to Dubai is the hot climate and gorgeous beaches, but there's plenty to do besides sunbathing. With its juxtaposed contemporary malls and ancient souks, Dubai's shopping scene is eclectic and second to none. There are more contrasts when it comes to Dubai's architecture; marvel at the landmark Jumeirah Mosque or take the elevator to the top of Burj Khalifa for staggering views of the iconic skyline and the gulf beyond. For thrills and spills, Wild Wadi Water Park and Atlantis The Palm have got it covered with their amazing aqua-based attractions. All those beaches mean there are plenty of water sports to choose from in Dubai - and you'll find first class golf courses inland. Think Dubai is all skyscrapers and no culture? Think again: visit Dubai Museum to learn about the colourful history of the city, take a traditional Dhow cruise in amongst the traders in the Creek, or head out to the desert for unbelievable scenery and a fascinating insight into the nomadic way of life.
Dining in Dubai is a real treat, with everything from worldwide food to Michelin-starred restaurants to choose from. Many luxury hotels have a variety of in-house restaurants serving up international dishes from Japan, Italy, India and beyond. Don't miss the opportunity to sample the local aromatic cuisine that's shot with flavoursome spices.
From glamorous, hotel-based bars to big name clubs like Buddha Bar, Dubai's nightlife scene is as varied as you'd expect from any modern city. Please keep in mind that alcohol consumption is only allowed in bars and on other designated premises, and that drinking on the street or in other public places is strictly prohibited. For an unforgettable evening, take a sunset tour to the desert and enjoy dinner in a Bedouin tent beneath the starry sky.
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct travel insurance and vaccinations and / or special medication for your destination. Please consult your GP for advice at least one month ahead of travel. It is essential that you meet the visa and passport requirements for your chosen destination. Visit the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (http://www.fco.gov.uk) website for up to date entry requirements listed by country.
