During the last couple of years, Dubai has turned into a heaven for anyone looking to swim with a view. With a wide range of spectacular options, we've created the ultimate guide to the best hotel rooftop pools in this luxurious city!
Living up to the Dubai ethos of ‘go big or go home’, the city can boast both the world’s tallest infinity pool and the world’s highest 360° infinity pool. And that is just the tip of the iceberg of glittering and relaxing spots with skyline views. We've visited them all, so we can share our insider tips, reviews and much more.
Update: This article was updated on March 26th, 2025, with new information, new hotels, updated photos, booking links and insider tips.
This article includes booking links to all hotels, as most of these fantastic rooftop pools requires that you stay at the hotel. There are some exceptions though, so look for them as well. Mostly bookable cabanas with minimum spend or day passes for sale.
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Whether you’re looking for an upscale rooftop dinner, a laid-back rooftop brunch, a vibrant rooftop party or a luxurious hotel rooftop pool, we’ve got you covered.
In short: 77 floors up at the fabulous Address Beach Resort in JBR you find world’s tallest infinity pool, verified by Guinness World Records™ on 24 March 2021. Exactly 293.906 meters above the ground, the pool is not only impressive in height, but in all measurements, with 95 meters length and 16.5 meters width.
What we say: What's not to love with this rooftop infinity pool. One of the most spectacular in the world and also one of our favorites! Just soak up the sunshine as you relax in one of the comfy sunbeds or gazebos next to a palm trees. The infinity pool is to a large extent an exclusive oasis for guests staying at the hotel, but the adjacent ZETA Seventy Seven rooftop bar and restaurant serves lunch and dinner to all.
In short: Welcome to swim high, high, high above Duabi. With a 54th floor location, the infinity pool at the Address Sky View is nothing but totally amazing. Surrounded with a large sun-lounging deck and private cabanas, the rooftop pool is also neighbor with the stylish CÈ LA VI rooftop bar and restaurant.
What we say: As with Address Beach Resort, this is also one of the most amazing rooftop pools you can find. Granted, it is not as high as Burj Khalifa, but taking a refreshing dip with unobstructed views straight across to the world's highest building makes you feel on top of the world anyway. And the photo-ops are pretty much endless.
In short: Perched on the 50th floor of the impressive The Palm Tower on Palm Jumeirah, AURA Skypool Lounge offers a one-of-a-kind experience for all who want the best of relaxation and views. Suspended 200 metres in the air, AURA is home to world’s highest 360-degree infinity pool, surrounded with unobstructed panoramic views of the iconic Dubai skyline, Palm Jumeirah and the glistening horizon of the Arabian Gulf.
What we say: Probably the best public rooftop pool in the world! While the rooftop pool is the prime feature at AURA, the rooftop space is an elegant oasis all around, with custom-made single an double sunbeds, a lush dining lounge, and a menu including international dishes with a Pan-Asian spin, as well as a large and refreshing beverage menu.
In short: Found at Dubai's newest icon, the amazing Atlantis The Royal, Cloud 22 invites to a visual feast that defines exclusivity. Surrounded with breathtaking views and ultra-luxurious settings, here you can take dips in one of the world's most impressive infinity pools, as well as a crystal-clear lotus pool.
What we say: Not the highest rooftop pool in Dubai, but still one of the most spectacular and luxurious. The view from here is absolutely breathtaking! Open and available to all, entry (inclusive of a sun lounger and pool access) costs between AED 450 and AED 650. For a more special experience, reserve the floating beds, a luxurious cabana, or the two level Duplex Pool Villa. You check availability here.
In short: From the 75th floor of the SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences the Privilege rooftop offers a fantastic mix of daytime relaxation, night time vibes and amazing views.
What we say: One of the highest rooftop pools in Dubai! Actually, with not just one, but two infinity pools, you can really make a splash surrounded with stunning views of the city, promising to be one of the very best sight-seeing spots in town. As a guest staying at the hotel, the Privilege pool deck is available from 9am to 6pm, covering all the elevated relaxation you could need in one day.
In short: Located close to Downtown Dubai, the fantastic La Ville Hotel & Suites CITY WALK Dubai comes with three restaurants, a lobby café and a rooftop bar. Which is also neighbor with a fantastic rooftop infinity pool.
What we say: Perched on the 5th floor, the terrace is stylish and lush in decoration, and while swiming towards the edge you will have pretty much all of the Dubai skyline (including Burj Khalifa) in front of you. As a hotel guest, you can use the heated pool all day long. One of the best rooftop pools in this area of Dubai.
In short: Pullman Dubai Downtown is a cosmopolitan, elegant, contemporary and 5-star hotel, located in the Business Bay district in close proximity to the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and the Dubai Downtown area.
What we say: Impressive throughout, the most striking space at the hotel is the third floor terrace, where you find a beautiful and refreshing rooftop pool, with stunning views over Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. The pool is part of the colorful Lolita Pool Bar & Lounge, and apart from dips, here you can also enjoy plenty of Miami vibes and tunes, creative and colorful signature cocktails, a fusion selection of poolside bites, and a wide array of flavoursome shisha.
In short: Perched on the 46th floor of the Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers you find one of the most scenic Dubai rooftop pools. This beautiful infinity pool comes surrounded with fantastic views over Dubai and the Dubai Marina.
What we say: The pool is not super big, but still very spectacular because of the high altitude and grand views. Sharing floor with the Mediterranean inspired rooftop pool bar and restaurant Paros, this is a venue perfect for both relaxing swims, afternoon drinks and vibrant nights.
In short: Located in the heart of downtown Dubai, the amazing The Dubai EDITION offers an elevated and lush Mediterranean Eden with a world-class view. Called Thia Skylounge, the terrace might only be on level two, but it still comes surrounded with majestic vistas of downtown Dubai an the Burj Khalifa.
What we say: The spectacular infinity pool is surrounded with sun loungers, lux cabanas and a slick bar, all in a garden-like setting. During daytime, this is a prime spot for laid-back and relaxing hours under the Dubai sun, enjoying dips, light fare, lunches and creative cocktails.
In short: Taking over from Address Dubai Marina, the JW Marriott Hotel Marina also inherited one of the largest rooftop swimming pools in Dubai. It’s almost 50 meters in length and equally wide. The fact that the rooftop pool is located among all the skyscrapers in the Dubai Marina, makes the view amazing – both during the days and nights.
What we say: Both the rooftop pool, restaurant, bar and hotel have everything one can ask for. 5 stars – just as the hotel have. If you get hungry during the swimming, you can order fantastic food and cocktails from the rooftop restaurant and bar called Wane by SoMiya. Every Saturday, Wane also host a 'Candypants Pool Party' from 12pm, when all can visit the terrace for a poolside frenzy of fun.
In short: During 2022, the trendy and urban 25hours Hotel exported from Germany to Dubai and One Central. And it did so bringing along a fantastic rooftop venue. The lush and spacious 6th floor terrace comes with prime views over the beautiful Museum of the Future, and anyone can enjoy the vistas and drinks at the Monkey Bar Dubai in the evenings. Daytime however, the terrace is more of an exclusive poolside oasis.
What we say: Surrounded with comfy sun beds and cabanas, the stunning rooftop pool is a prime spot to take refreshing dips overlooking the Dubai skyline and one of the coolest new buildings in the world.
In short: From dawn to dusk, the 11th floor of the fantastic The Meydan Hotel is a haven for relaxation, mixed with refreshing dips and grand views.
What we say: The reason we like this rooftop pool so much is the unique view it offers. No other rooftop infinity pool in Dubai has the same vistas. From the temperature-controlled rooftop infinity pool you can see the Dubai skyline, but the most unique view is over the green Meydan Racecourse.
In short: The rather new Grand Plaza Mövenpick is a five-star hotel with a five-star service. And a lovely Dubai rooftop pool. Located on the 4th floor of the hotel, the refreshing outdoor rooftop pool is surrounded with beautiful lounge furniture and soothing views over the Dubai skyline.
What we say: This hotel rooftop pools is made for a long day of relaxation. The vibe is very relaxed and harmonious all day long. The rooftop pool is open daily from 6am to sunset for anyone staying at the hotel.
In short: Surrounded by palm trees and comfy bean bags, Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach can show off with one of the coolest rooftop infinity pools in Dubai, and in the world. The mighty rooftop location means mighty views, and here you get breathtaking vistas over The Palm and the Arabian Gulf.
What we say: What sets this rooftop pool apart, and whu we like it so much, is the beautiful ocean views. Make sure to time a sunset, and you will for sure have some awesome photos. This is one of the best sunset views you can find in this luxurious city.
In short: The fantastic hotel InterContinental Dubai Festival City offers one of the coolest rooftop pool experiences found in Dubai. Not only does the infinity pool come with a great view over all the boats that are cruising by outside of the hotel, there is also a transparent glass tank that hangs out from the side of the building.
What we say: This glass bottom pool will blow your mind away, and maybe even scare you, as you can see all the way down to the street from the bottom of the swimming pool. Open daily until 8pm, this is a perfect rooftop pool Dubai to enjoy the warmer days, with the swimming pool holding a nice and refreshing temperature.
Rikard has spent the last 10 years exploring, enjoying, researching and working with rooftop venues. During these years he has visited more than 700 rooftops across the globe. The experience he has gained is used to create helpful, in-depth and accessible content, and to share his knowledge and rooftop expertise with fellow rooftop-lovers.
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