Ocean Pearl Resort
Ocean Pearl Resort’s overwater bungalows sit above a shallow, glassy lagoon, each with a private deck and steps straight down into the water. Snorkelling starts at your own ladder; the house reef is a short swim from every villa.
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Desert Crown Hotel
Desert Crown Hotel rises above Sheikh Zayed Road with skyline views stretching to the Burj Khalifa, and puts Downtown Dubai and the Marina both within easy reach. Rooms are modern and quiet, with a rooftop pool for evening skyline views.
Royal Jaipur Palace Hotel
Royal Jaipur Palace Hotel occupies a restored 19th-century haveli minutes from the City Palace, keeping its carved stone jharokhas and courtyard fountains while adding modern comfort. The rooftop restaurant looks out over the old city’s pink skyline.
Sunset Palm Resort
Sunset Palm Resort sits right on Candolim Beach, with a laid-back, palm-lined pool deck and rooms that open onto sea breezes. Expect long breakfasts, live music at sunset, and an easy walk to the beach shacks up and down the coast.