There sure is no shortage of beach clubs in Dubai where you can shake a leg, bask in the sun and party hard. However, a usual complaint of folks with tiny tots and a busy work life presents a constant struggle to balance the urge to enjoy a weekend getaway whilst spending quality time with family.
One way in which to find the perfect balance of adult chill time & family fun is to scout out the best family activities in Dubai, and so today we take a look at 7 of The Best Beach Clubs in Dubai for Families.
Both adults and children alike will not miss out on some quality entertainment time when visiting any of our recommendations below.
Fairmont The Palm
The choice to make is between an 800-meter coastline private beach facing the Arabian Sea or two temperature-controlled pools set against the backdrop of the skyline.
While you sunbathe and relax, kids can enjoy at the award-winning Fairmont Falcons Kid’s Club, with a splash park, playhouse and creative sessions conducted by a professional team.
The beach and pool need a passes that can be redeemed against Food & Beverages on weekdays and weekends are below:
Weekday Pass (Sunday-Thursday) for Pool and Beach:
- Adult – AED 150 per person, fully redeemable on F&B
- Child (6-12 years) – AED 75, fully redeemable on F&B
- Children 6 years and below – Free
Weekend Pass (Friday, Saturday and Public Holidays) for Pool and Beach:
- Adult – AED 250 per person, with AED 150 fully redeemable on F&B
- Child (6-12 years old) – AED 125 per child, with AED 75 fully redeemable on F&B
- Children 6 years and below – Free
Location: The Palm Jumeirah
Website: Fairmont The Palm Family Beach Club
Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
The location of The Palm Jumeirah inevitably brings the vibes of relaxation with the sea. Besides, with the breathtaking 59-meter infinity pool that overlooks the beach, delectable fine-dining restaurants and Sinbad’s kid’s club to keep the tiny tots busy, the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray is perfect for a family beach outing.
Pool & Beach Pass (9 AM – 8 PM daily, beach closes at sunset)
Adult – AED 350 per person
Kids – AED 250 per child
The Sinbad’s Kids Club offers complimentary services for the hotel guests and AED 250 per child for other external guests.
Location: Crescent Road, The Palm Jumeirah.
Website: https://www.jumeirah.com/en/stay/dubai/jumeirah-zabeel-saray
Riva Beach Club
Palm Jumeirah has yet another beach club with rave reviews. Riva Beach Club offers the best of facilities with sun loungers, steam rooms and water sports. They also have the best pricing for access to the kids pool and private beach while enjoying scrumptious meals of Mediterranean and Italian cuisine.
Beach and Pool Passes
Weekday Pass (Sunday-Thursday) for Pool and Beach:
- Adult – AED 75 per person
- Couple – AED 120 per couple.
- Child (4-12 years) – AED 55 per child.
- Children 4 years and below – Free
Weekend Pass (Friday, Saturday and Public Holidays) for Pool and Beach:
- Adult – AED 100 per person.
- Couple – AED 175 per couple.
- Child (4-12 years old) – AED 75 per child.
- Children 4 years and below – Free
Location: The Shoreline, Palm Jumeirah
Website: Riva Beach Club
Club Mina – The Mina Seyahi
At Club Mina, it’s double the fun with extra options. They provide five temperature-controlled beachside pools, of which two are exclusively for kids. They also have the Le Meridien Family Kids Club, where you can drop your kids off for some me-time while they enjoy the water sports and gym activities.
Club Mina also has a tennis court, a state-of-the-art gym, two floodlit beach volleyball courts and water sports – both motorised and non-motorised.
As with the other beach clubs, access to the 500-meter private beach and pool require passes:
Weekday Pass (Sunday-Thursday) for Pool and Beach:
- Adult – AED 125 per person
- Child (4-12 years) – AED 100 per child.
- Children 4 years and below – Free
Weekend Pass (Friday, Saturday and Public Holidays) for Pool and Beach:
- Adult – AED 200 per person, with AED 100 fully redeemable on F&B.
- Child (4-12 years old) – AED 150 per child, with AED 50 fully redeemable on F&B.
- Children 4 years and below – Free
For a day filled with a bit more activity why not try out the new Jungle Bay Waterpark. The waterpark is perfect for kids of all ages, whilst the adults can rent out beach cabanas.
Adults:
AED 200 on weekdays with 100 food and beverage credit at Horizon and The Westin Pool Bars for adults
AED 250 on weekends / public holidays (no F&B credit)
Kids (4-12 years):
AED 100 on weekdays
AED 150 on weekends / public holidays
Location: Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
Website: Club Mina
Waldorf Astoria the Palm
The amenities Waldorf Astoria offers are perfect for a weekend family getaway by lounging by the white beach or pool with a day pass, which is entirely redeemable on dining. They also have a water sports centre that provides activities at their private beach, enticing an exhilarating experience with parasailing, jet skiing, boat cruising and more.
An added advantage for parents is supervised Coco’s Kids Club for children aged 4-12. You could also avail of the babysitting services, which is also available at the concierge, to enjoy a quiet dinner.
Beach and Pool Pass:
- All above 13 years – AED 200 per person
- Child (6-12 years) – AED 125 per person.
- Children 5 years and below – Free
The dining experience at Waldorf includes special children’s menu and offers that give complimentary buffet for kids aged 5 years and below and a 50% discount for kids aged 6-12.
Location: Crescent road, Palm Jumeirah
Website: Waldorf Astoria Beach Club
Sofitel Dubai the Palm Resort & Spa
In Dubai you’re spoilt for choice with many things, let alone family beach clubs. Sofitel Dubai The Palm offers various outdoor and indoor activities for you and your family with a 500-meter private beach and a massive outdoor pool with dedicated sun loungers.
Weekday Pass (Sunday-Thursday) for Pool and Beach:
- Adult – AED 150 per person
- Child (6-12 years) – AED 65 per child.
- Children 6 years and below – Free
Weekend Pass (Friday, Saturday and Public Holidays) for Pool and Beach:
- Adult – AED 200 per person
- Child (6-12 years old) – AED 100 per child
- Children 6 years and below – Free
Location: The Palm Jumeirah East.
Website: Sofitel Family Beach Club
Azure Beach – Rixos Premium Dubai
The long stretch of beach at Rixos Premium is lined with lawn at some parts, making it a kids favourite spot to plunge in the waters and play onshore. In addition to their regular pool, Azure beach also has private pools and adjacent cabanas for a more personal, socially distanced experience.
Rixos also offer a complimentary supervised sitting for kids aged 4-12 at the Azure beach kids club for a more extensive kid-friendly, fun-filled outing to keep them busy.
Weekday Pass (Sunday-Thursday) for Pool and Beach:
- Adult – AED 300 per person that includes a towel and sunbed, with AED 100 fully redeemable on F&B
- Child (5-12 years) – AED 150 per child.
- Children 4 years and below – Free
Weekend Pass (Friday, Saturday and Public Holidays) for Pool and Beach:
- Adult – AED 400 per person that includes a towel and sunbed, with AED 150 fully redeemable on F&B
- Child (5-12 years) – AED 200 per child.
- Children 4 years and below – Free
Location: JBR-The Walk.
Website: Azure Beach Club @ Rixos Premium
Conclusion
Inclusivity is a decisive factor that always keeps Dubai at the pedestal compared to the rest of the Middle East. With more and more people from around the world choosing Dubai as their destination to fulfil their dreams and start a family, it’s unlikely for a city with breath-taking views and clean beaches to not cater to the beach club goals of bustling families. We hope the article has helped you in your search for the best beach clubs in Dubai for families.
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