This legendary resort at the apex of Palm Jumeirah includes the Aquaventure Waterpark, Ambassador Lagoon, and multiple Michelin-starred restaurants. With over 1,500 rooms and suites it is one of Dubai's most celebrated holiday destinations.
Atlantis, The Palm occupies the apex of the Palm Jumeirah crescent, roughly 25 minutes from Dubai International Airport and a short taxi or monorail ride from Dubai Marina and JBR. Opened in 2008, the Ocean and Royal Tower complex draws on an Atlantean mythology theme, with archways, aquarium walls, and an underwater suite overlooking the resort's marine habitat. The hotel holds more than 1,500 rooms and suites across several categories, from standard ocean-view rooms to the Bridge Suite spanning the arch between the towers. Dining includes Nobu Dubai, Gordon Ramsay's Bread Street Kitchen, and Hakkasan, alongside more casual poolside and beach options; breakfast buffets are extensive and family-oriented. The resort's marquee draws are Aquaventure Waterpark, with record-breaking slides, and the Lost Chambers Aquarium and Ambassador Lagoon, where guests can interact with marine life; there is also a full-service spa, multiple pools, and a private beach. Service leans heavily family-friendly, with a kids' club and waterpark access bundled for most room categories, while business travellers are less the focus given the resort's entertainment-led design.
Amenities
- waterpark
- private beach
- pools
- spa
- casino
- kids club
- wifi
Location
Crescent Road, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
25.1300, 55.1170 View on map
Highlights
- Direct access to Aquaventure Waterpark and the Lost Chambers Aquarium
- Dining from Nobu, Gordon Ramsay's Bread Street Kitchen, and Hakkasan
- Underwater-themed suites overlooking the marine habitat
- Private beach and multiple pools across the Palm Jumeirah apex
- Kids' club and family-oriented programming throughout the resort
Tips for visiting
- Waterpark access is typically included with most room bookings, but confirm at booking as policies vary by rate
- Book Nobu or Hakkasan ahead of arrival, particularly for weekend evenings
- The resort is large; allow extra time to walk between towers, the waterpark, and the aquarium
- Ocean Club rooms offer quieter, more adult-oriented stays away from the waterpark crowds