Sofitel Dubai The Palm

Dubai Beach, Dubai

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The hotel

Sofitel Dubai The Palm is a unique luxury 5-star resort on the East Crescent of the world’s famous island Palm Jumeirah, fusing warm Polynesian welcome with outstanding Arabic hospitality adhering to French elegance. ‘Live the French Way’ stays at the core of every visit to this beautiful tropical retreat, where you will experience ‘Magnifique’ in an enchanting environment inspired by the culture and architecture of the South Pacific, ensuring you are relaxed, revived and restored.

Amenities

  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box

Where is it

Located on the East Crescent of the iconic Palm Jumeirah, 700 metres from Atlantis Aquaventure waterpark, and a 20-minute drive from Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall. Transfer time from Dubai International Airport: 45 minutes.

Hotel information

360 rooms and suites and 182 serviced apartments. All with air-conditioning, balcony, LCD TV with DVD player, telephone, Bose wave audio system, WiFi access, mini-bar*, tea/coffee-making facilities, safe, hairdryer, iron and board, and L'Occitane amenities. 

Luxury Sea View Room with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Board Basis options:

Half Board option: includes breakfast and guests are entitled to choose either lunch or dinner on a daily basis when staying on Half Board. Dine-around concept is available in 6 selected outlets mentioned below. On 31 Dec Half Board will be available for lunch only.

  • Manava - International buffet
  • Maui - Beachside light fare and grills, special Half Board set menu
  • Porterhouse - steak and grills, special Half Board set menu
  • The World Eatery - International cuisine, special Half Board set menu
  • Moana - fish and sushi, special Half Board set menu
  • Hong Loong - Pan-asian, special Half Board set menu

Premium Half Board dine around: includes lunch or dinner. Unlimited selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to be enjoyed at meal times. Redeemable at Manava, Zoya, Porterhouse, The World Eatery, Moana or Hong Loong. Drinks served by the glass only. Cocktails, mocktails and smoothies are excluded.

Full Board option: same as the Half Board option but with lunch and dinner. On 31 Dec Full Board is not available.

Please note: restaurant options are subject to change.

Luxury Palm View Room with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Junior Suite with either sea view or Palm view (subject to availability), with 1 king-size bed and 1 queen-size sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children (under 12 years).

Prestige Suite with separate living room, master en-suite bedroom with 1 king-size bed and 1 queen-size sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children (under 12 years). Prestige Suites include access to the Premier Lounge, with complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea, and Apero Chic (cocktails and canapes) from 5:00-7:00pm, as well as dedicated check-in/check-out and concierge.

Beach Suite with separate living room, master en-suite bedroom with 1 king-size bed and 1 queen-size sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults. Beach Suite Palm View also available. Beach Suites include access to the Premier Lounge, with complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea, and Apero Chic (cocktails and canapes) from 5:00-7:00pm, as well as dedicated check-in/check-out and concierge.

Opera Suite with 2 king-size beds, separate living room and sofa suitable for a child, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 1 child (below 12 years). Opera Suites include access to the Premier Lounge, with complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea, and Apero Chic (cocktails and canapes) from 5:00-7:00pm, as well as dedicated check-in/check-out and concierge.

Signature Palm Suites feature a large balcony offering garden or sea views, separate living room with a sofa bed, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children (below 12 years). These suites include complimentary spa access, Premier Lounge access with complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea, and Apero Chic (cocktails and canapes) from 5:00-7:00pm, as well as 24-hour butler service.

One Bedroom Apartment, with master en-suite bedroom with 1 king-size bed and 1 queen-size sofa bed in living room, sleeping maximum 3 adults and 1 infant, or 2 adults and 2 children (under 12 years).

One Bedroom Sea View Apartment with master en-suite bedroom with 1 king-size bed and 1 queen-size sofa bed in living room, sleeping maximum 3 adults and 1 infant, or 2 adults and 2 children.

Two Bedroom Apartment with master en-suite bedroom with 1 king-size bed and 1 queen-size sofa bed in living room, sleeping maximum sleeping maximum 4 adults and 1 infant, or 2 adults and 3 children.

Two Bedroom Sea View Apartment, with master en-suite bedroom with 1 king-size bed, additional twin bedroom and sitting sofa in living room, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 1 infant, or 2 adults and 3 children.

12 restaurants, bars and lounges; Manava (International buffet for breakfast and dinner), Hong Loong (Pan-Asian cuisine with a contemporary twist), Porterhouse Steak and Grills, Moana (Peruvian-Japanese fusion), Laguna Lounge (trendy beachfront lounge featuring live music), The World Eatery (International cuisine à la carte), Maui Beach (International cuisine), Cabanas (romantic beach side dining on request*). Maui Beach Bar, Porterhouse Bar, Replay Sport Bar, Oliviers Lounge, Gelati ice-cream.

Private 500-metre beach. 6 outdoor swimming pools (additional swimming facilities available at the Spa) including kids' pool with slides. Tiki cabanas*. Sofitel Spa by L'Occitane* with 4 outdoor cabanas, steam and sauna rooms. 24-hour Sofitel Fitness high-tech gym. Water sports* including snorkelling, kayaking, windsurfing, waterskiing and paddle boarding. 2 multi-purpose tennis courts. Amura Kids Club (open 9:00am-8:00pm, aged 4-12 years).

Complimentary WiFi access in rooms and public areas. Babysitting* (on request). Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour room service*.

3 nights between 27 Dec-1 Jan.

* Denotes local charge.

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Jun 30, 2025 jodymedina Dubai, United Arab Emirates

2 BR apartment is HUGE that walking inside it is like you can finish your 10k steps without getting out there are alot of options for breakfast at Manava we are properly, warmly assisted by Waqas, Myat and Phyoe .. thank you for being sweet and kind
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Professionalism and caring 10/10

Jun 30, 2025 S114mxm

Sumon our house keeper is amazing always does the job 10/10 and asks is there anything else that would make the stay better, this is what customer service and hospitality is well done sofitel you have a asset here sumon is polite caring professional and just overall a great person.
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Jun 30, 2025 David M

Oliviers is a perfect spot for a Spanish coffee with friends. The staff are wonderful and friendly with Corrina and Mana the most hospitable servers. The coffee is excellent and the food and cakes “to die for”! If you have a craving for a great coffee, Oliviers is the place for you.
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Jun 30, 2025 Kyi Kyi T

It was a staycation with my friend, both accommodation and services are super , this experience makes me feel like i am travelling somewhere. We enjoy breakfast and hospitality. Special recognition to Myat, Waqas and Phyoe for an enjoyable morning at Manava restaurant.
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Jun 30, 2025 Ridvan1990 Munich, Germany

Punith is a very friendly and helpful employee, and above all, he is very caring. He was always there right away whenever you needed him