Banyan Tree Dubai at Bluewaters
178 rooms and 500 metres of private beach on Bluewaters Island, facing JBR
About this hotel
The Banyan Tree Dubai at Bluewaters provides a modern and tranquil retreat on Bluewaters Island, offering a sense of seclusion despite being moments from Jumeirah Beach Residences and Dubai Marina. Guests can enjoy 500 metres of private beachfront overlooking the Arabian Gulf and the iconic Ain Dubai. The elegantly appointed rooms and suites are designed with natural materials and contemporary Asian flair, each featuring a private balcony for an organic warmth. Lush gardens and expansive pools create a relaxing atmosphere, perfect for unwinding. The resort caters to a variety of guests, from romantic getaways to family holidays and business trips, with a focus on serenity and first-rate service.
- About 500 m of private beach on Bluewaters Island
- 178 rooms and suites plus one villa, all with balcony or terrace
- Tropicool Kids Club for ages 3 to 12, open daily
- Demon Duck by Alvin Leung among the restaurants
- Less than 10 minutes on foot from Ain Dubai
- Rated 9.5 by more than 1,000 guests
Our take
Banyan Tree Dubai at Bluewaters has about 500 metres of private beach on the island facing JBR, with 178 rooms and suites and one villa, every room with a balcony or terrace. That ratio of sand to rooms is the real luxury here, and it is why the beach stays quieter than JBR's across the water. The Ain Dubai wheel is less than ten minutes on foot, and Alvin Leung's Demon Duck is among the restaurants. Guests rate it 9.5 across more than 1,000 reviews. I would pick it for a beach stay with the Marina skyline in view and a calmer pace than JBR; travellers who want the metro or The Walk's bustle at the door should cross back to the mainland.
- ✓Walk across to JBR for The Walk and the tram rather than taking a taxi around: from the island it is a short stroll, while a car loops back via Sheikh Zayed Road.
- ✓Book the Tropicool Kids Club for the evening on weekends: it stays open until 9 pm from Friday to Sunday, an hour later than on weekdays.
- ✓Ask for a sea-facing room on the JBR side for the skyline at night, or the Gulf side for sunsets over the open water.
- ✓In summer, use the beach before 9 am or after 6 pm; the island has little shade outside the resort's own loungers.
Why we love it
- Private beachfront access on Bluewaters Island
- Serene escape with marina views
- Elegant rooms with private balconies
- Extensive spa and wellness facilities
Why guests love itBanyan Tree Dubai at Bluewaters is one of the better beach bases for families who want space. The Tropicool Kids Club takes children aged 3 to 12 every day, from 10 am to 8 pm Monday to Thursday and until 9 pm from Friday to Sunday, which gives parents a dinner window. The 500-metre private beach means children are not competing with JBR's crowds for sand. Rooms start at 54 square metres, with a balcony or terrace. The drawbacks are the island's distance from the metro, so day trips to Downtown or the parks mean taxis, and the restaurants lean towards grown-up dining rather than quick family meals.
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