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With its distinctive sail-shaped structure and lush green courses, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club has been a prominent landmark in the city since 1993. Situated along the banks of the historic Dubai Creek, this waterfront club offers a challenging and beautiful golf course as well as an array of facilities for club members, including elegant dining options and more.

Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club Golf Courses

Thanks to its internationally-renowned golf courses, this golf club has hosted several tournaments, including the Dubai Desert Classic in 1999 and 2000. These golf courses offer an interesting challenge to both novice and seasoned golfers.

The Championship Course

Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club boasts a spectacular 18-hole, Par 72 championship golf course that promises a thrilling game for golfers of all abilities! This stunning course measures 6,967 yards and features lush, multi-tiered fairways. The course is also lined with date palms, shrubbery and artificial lakes that make a round of golf here a memorable experience.

Par 3 Course

Perfect for beginners or a relaxed game of golf with friends, the Par 3 course is another one of the Dubai Creek Golf Courses. The Par 3 course is located at the Dubai Creek Golf Academy.

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The #MiniGolfDubai course has been designed to appeal to all skill levels and ages. It also incorporates some of the features of the championship course for those who like a challenge. This course is suitable for all players above the age of four.

With the help of innovative technology used by top professional players, Top Tracer enhances the driving range experience at Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club. This ball-tracking technology allows for immediate shot replays and feedback, allowing you to improve your game in a way unlike any other! There are various modes to suit people of all ages and skill levels.

Peter Cowen Academy at Dubai Creek

Whether you’re a beginner learning to play or a more seasoned player sharpening your golf skills, the Peter Cowen Academy at Dubai Creek offers a choice of lessons to suit your requirements. The practice facilities at the academy include the Par 3 Academy Course, driving range and #MiniGolfDubai Course.

Dubai Creek Golf Academy classes range from single 30 or 45-minute lessons to the Champions and Legends packages. The more comprehensive packages also include complimentary access to the driving range and green fee-vouchers to the Par 3 course.

Take a look at the rates for the classes at Peter Cowen Academy in Dubai Creek. Please note that prices vary depending on the coach, your membership status and whether it’s a private or shared class.

• 30-minute lesson: From AED 210 to AED 525
• 45-minute lesson: From AED 415 to AED 855
• Champions Package: AED 1,500 – AED 3,300
• Legends Package: AED 2,500 – AED 5,775

In addition to this, Peter Cowen Academy Dubai Creek has special classes for children between the age of four and seventeen years, as well as ladies’ group programmes.

Leisure facilities at Dubai Creek Golf Club

Aside from its fabulous golf courses, the Dubai Creek Golf Club offers a range of other premium facilities for members and guests. These include a luxurious swimming pool overlooking the Dubai Creek, as well as the FitLab gymnasium that boasts high-quality equipment.

The golf club also boasts two floodlit padel tennis courts and two other tennis courts, which also offer various classes and programmes to suit different interests.

Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club membership

For those looking to take advantage of the club’s golf course and facilities, Dubai Creek Golf Club offers a range of membership packages, with comprehensive benefits and discounts.

Depending on the package, these benefits may include access to the championship course, Par 3 course and driving range (free or member rates), complimentary cart hire, access to practice facilities and leisure and recreational facilities, discounts at the Pro Shop and on F&B, as well as preferential rates on lessons and at reciprocal golf clubs.

This golf club is also managed by Dubai Golf, which also operates Emirates Golf Club and Jumeirah Golf Estates . Thus, the Dubai Golf membership packages may also include access to facilities at these other clubs, either for free or preferred rates.

Take a look at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club membership packages:

• Full Golf Membership
• Weekday Golf Membership
• Young Professional Membership
• Dubai Golf Premium Membership
• Dubai Golf Leisure Membership

Want to know more about the Dubai Golf membership fees? This can differ based on the package you choose. For instance, the Full Golf Membership costs AED 31,500 annually, along with a joining fee of AED 10,000. On the other hand, the Young Professional Membership, for members under the age of 35 years, costs AED 24,000 with no joining fee. Their Leisure Membership has a joining fee of AED 1,575 along with an annual membership fee of AED 11,000.

Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club Restaurants

Members and guests can also dine at a selection of premium restaurants at the Dubai Creek Golf Club, which offer a variety of cuisines and settings. Enjoy refreshing drinks outdoors at Jones the Grocer post your golf game, indulge in fresh Mediterranean seafood at Boardwalk or sip cocktails at the rooftop bar, Cielo Sky Lounge.

Take a look at the details for the different Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club restaurants:

Jones the Grocer Express

• Timings: 06:30 am – 10:00 pm (daily)
• Cuisine: International
• Timings: 06:30 am – 12:00 am (daily)
• Timings: 12:00 pm – midnight (Sunday – Thursday); 11:30 am – midnight (Friday & Saturday)
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Timings: 06:00 pm – 02:00 am (Sunday – Wednesday); 06:00 pm – 03:00 am (Thursday – Saturday)
• Cuisine: Bar, BBQ

Cielo Sky Lounge

• Timings: 05:00 pm – 03:00 am (Saturday, Tuesday – Thursday); 04:00 pm – 03:00 am (Friday); Closed on Sunday & Monday
• Cuisine: Bar, Mediterranean

Casa De Tapas

• Timings: 05:00 pm – 02:00 am (Sunday – Thursday); 01:00 pm – 02:00 am (Friday – Saturday)
• Cuisine: Spanish

Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club address and contact

This waterfront club is located in Port Saeed in Deira Dubai , off Baniyas Road and along Dubai Creek Club Street. For public transport users, the nearest Dubai Metro station is Deira City Centre and GGICO.

You can also contact the clubhouse for any further queries, using the following number:

• Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club Contact: +971-4-295-6000

That concludes our guide to the Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club. This popular, upscale clubhouse offers a range of activities for club members and visitors, in the heart of the city!

If you’re looking to live near the Dubai Creek Golf Club, consider one of the villas for rent in Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club Residences . These stunning homes come with beautiful golf course views, club memberships and other amenities. The rents for Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club villas start from AED 285k, as per listings on Bayut.

The rental villas in Al Garhoud are also a good option, with proximity not just to the club, but also Dubai International Airport and Dubai Festival City.

Some of the other well-known courses include the Arabian Ranches Golf Club and the Dubai Hills Golf Club . These are some of the top golf courses in Dubai that are internationally renowned and a favourite with golf enthusiasts.

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The Championship Course at Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club is a par 71 course spanning 7,009 yards, providing an unforgettable journey from the first tee to the 18th green. Since its opening in 1993, this course has become a cornerstone of UAE golf, playing a crucial role in the nation’s golfing history and enhancing its reputation as a premier golf destination.

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Located in Dubai Creek Resort on the banks of the majestic Dubai Creek, Park Hyatt Dubai provides an idyllic setting for a luxury getaway. From an inspired assortment of award-winning restaurants to a luxury destination spa, every moment at Park Hyatt Dubai is meticulously curated to ensure a sophisticated, enriching, and uncommon experience. The lagoon beach facing rooms are pet friendly along with NOÉPE, Lakeview terrace and Jones the Grocer terrace.

• Free Internet Access
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• 223 rooms including 34 suites
• Complimentary high speed Wi-Fi
• Spacious and luxuriously appointed rooms are minimum 52 sq m, excluding the balconies, while suites range in size from 105 to 220 sq m
• Furnished balconies offer stunning views across Dubai Creek
• Park Hyatt Dubai does not allow pets, with the exception of service animals
• Adults only infinity Lagoon with private sandy beach, overlooking the Dubai Creek and city skyline
• A family friendly swimming pool by Amara spa with relaxation area
• Complimentary breakfast and VIP amenities (on suite bookings)
• Minimum age for check-in is 18
• Currency exchange
• Multilingual hotel staff
• Open bathrooms with deep soaking, freestanding oval bathtub and separate rain showers
• Cinnamon Bazaar is a celebrity-loved, London based restaurant offering a modern Indian cuisine with international flavours that showcases regional dishes as well as cross-cultural flavours through India and the Middle East.
• NOÉPE is located in the heart of the elegant and quaint marina with breathtaking panoramic vista of the creek. Offering a Californian and Nikkei cuisine alongside a creative beverage selection.
• Twiggy by La Cantine This sun-dappled spot promises chic vibes and a chilled yet playful atmosphere with an upbeat soundtrack, and brings together Mediterranean flavours
• The Thai Kitchen creates traditional dishes and flavors using the freshest of ingredients, offering guests a true taste of Thailand.
• The Lounge offers all-day dining as well as a signature afternoon tea with savory treats and delicious sweets.
• 18 hole championship Dubai Creek Golf Course
• Floodlit driving range with Toptracer technology and nine hole par three open until 10pm
• Private charter yachts available from Dubai Creek Yacht Club
• Four padel tennis courts and two tennis courts
• Amara, exclusive day spa retreat with eight treatment rooms with private, tranquil courtyards
• The Cave Kids Club, suitable for children between 3 and 12 years old

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• Fully stocked personal bar
• Nespresso coffee machine and tea making facilities with supplies

Room Features

• Plush cotton robes and slippers
• Nespresso® coffee maker and tea set-up
• In-room safe
• 24-hour room service

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• Wheelchair accessibility in Public Restrooms, Restaurants, Lounges and Lobby areas
• Wheelchair rental can be arranged by the hotel
• Airport shuttle not wheelchair accessible but can be arranged
• For the seeing impaired, guide dogs are permitted and audible smoke alarms are available throughout the hotel.

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*The AED 200 credit is only applicable at our restaurants - Brasserie du Park, NOÉPE, The Lounge, Boardwalk, Lakeview, and The Thai Kitchen.

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Hit the links in the idyllic surroundings of golf resort Park Hyatt Dubai. Set in a prime location on the banks of the Dubai Creek and adjacent to the world-famous Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club, our luxury Dubai resort provides the perfect haven for a golf escape.

Capped by its iconic clubhouse building, the course at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club provides a refreshingly different golfing holiday experience. Guests can also opt for a round at the Emirates Golf club in Dubai Marina, one of the finest golf courses in the Dubai UAE region. Park Hyatt Dubai’s concierge team is happy to arrange tee times at both golf clubs for hotel guests.

Park Hyatt Dubai features a stunning 25-meter swimming pool (270-square feet) with in-set palm trees and four whirlpools, one in each corner, and is surrounded by lush tropical gardens. This family-friendly pool is open daily from 6.00am to 10.00pm and fully supervised by lifeguards.

To keep our little guests entertained whilst in the pool, a dedicated play area for children are available where they can have more fun with fusball, sand castle and more. 

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Set amidst the calm of private courtyards, Amara Spa provides an idyllic setting for relaxation. Enjoy a wide range of spa treatments including luxurious massages, rejuvenating facials and exclusive rituals. Find peace of mind and body during your visit to Amara Spa.

Adjecent to the spa, the floor to ceiling window fitness centre is fitted with Technogym equipment which offers a multitude of choices to fit your work out regime. Its Moorish-inspired patio also provides an ideal location for outdoor fitness activities.

Opening hours: Spa - daily from 9am to 10pm Fitness – 24/7

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Our little guests are welcome to join us at The Cave Kids Club for a fun-filled day. With daily activities running from 10am to 6pm, children aged between 3 and 12 years will be kept busy with a host of games and activities including art & craft, origami, painting, electronic games, board games and more, whilst parents enjoy their time at the pool, located just next to The Cave Kids Club.

The Cave Kids Club is fully supervised by our highly trained staff and access is complimentary for our in-house guests.

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Plan your time in each of Dubai's neighborhoods to make the most of your visit © Sergey Sokolnikov / Getty Images

Stretching through the desert sands, Dubai is a sprawling city, the largest in the United Arab Emirates. On a trip to Dubai, it pays to plan your time wisely so that you aren't packing too many far-flung sights and activities into a single day. Instead of trying to do it all, get to know Dubai's fascinating array of neighborhoods one at a time.

Here are the best neighborhoods to explore on your visit to Dubai .

Editor's note: During  COVID-19 , please check the latest travel restrictions before planning any trip and always follow  government health advice . Events may be subject to change.

Downtown Dubai

Best neighborhood for sightseeing.

Downtown Dubai is a key destination for visitors. Its literal pinnacle, the Burj Khalifa , overlooks the Dubai Mall , the world's biggest shopping temple. Downtown Dubai has most of the city's must-see sights and also teems with other crowd-pleasing attractions, including a massive aquarium, an ice rink and a complete dinosaur skeleton. The mall flanks the Burj Lake, where the mesmerizing Dubai Fountain erupts in nightly choreographed dance, music and light shows. Further south, Alserkal Avenue has evolved into the city's main alternative arts and creative hub.

Downtown Dubai has some of the city's hottest nightlife venues, with new spots coming online all the time. Shine your shoes, put on those vertiginous heels and bring the platinum credit card to get waved past the velvet rope. This neighborhood is also the purview of high-roller restaurants, with most of them located in the five-star hotels and the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).

Staying in Downtown Dubai puts you smack dab in the city's vortex of vibrancy. Aside from the big international chains, you'll also find a few home-grown players imbued with a local sense of place. Downtown Dubai is an expensive area to stay in, and with few exceptions, you'll need to shell out top dirham.

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Dubai Marina

Best neighborhood for nightlife.

Dubai Marina has become one of the most popular places to live in town, and its pedestrian-friendly areas also hold plenty of appeal for visitors. Carved from the desert, this is one of the world's largest artificial marinas, centered on a long canal flanked by a thicket of futuristic high-rises, including the twisting Cayan Tower.

Although there are no conventional sights in this part of Dubai, the beach, the marina and the waterfront provide plenty of diversions. A stroll along the Marina Walk promenade is delightful, especially after dusk when you can gaze out at the glittering towers and bobbing yachts. Paralleling the beach are The Walk at JBR , a strip of shops and family-oriented eateries, and The Beach at JBR , a chic open-air mall fronting a lovely sandy beach with great infrastructure.

Dubai Marina is dominated by sprawling beach resorts, each flaunting several top-end restaurants, bars and nightclubs. But you'll also find excellent eats away from the hotels, especially along the Marina Walk, The Walk at JBR and The Beach at JBR. Because of its compact nature, the area is conducive to hopping from one place to the next by foot. Dubai Marina is a great area for going out at night, especially if you're in the mood for chilling by the beach, whether with cocktails or shisha. A number of beach clubs deliver day-to-night action, and there are even a couple of alternative dance venues.

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Best neighborhood for beaches

The emirate’s answer to Bondi or Malibu, Jumeirah stretches from the Etihad Museum to the Burj Al Arab . Hemmed in by the turquoise waters of the Gulf, Jumeirah translates as "the beautiful" and is practically synonymous with beaches, most famously Kite Beach . Life in Jumeirah revolves around the beaches, which have been upgraded enormously in recent years and now offer the gamut of activities, from swimming and surfing to beach volleyball and jogging.

Jumeirah is largely a residential area, dominated by low-rise apartment buildings and white-washed villas. Although an older part of town, Jumeirah has of late been injected with pockets of urban cool by a number of new lifestyle malls, including BoxPark and Galleria . While the City Walk development has created a fashionable, cosmopolitan neighborhood (check out the street art), indie boutiques and the Italian-style Mercato Shopping Mall still make up the lure of Jumeirah Road.

The biggest change to reshaping Jumeirah is the Dubai Canal, which links Dubai Creek with the Gulf. New construction along both banks and around the canal's mouth, as well as actually in the water (a floating restaurant and yacht club have been proposed), promise to keep things dynamic in the area for many years to come. An evening stroll along the Dubai Canal promenade is especially recommended to view the dramatic, motion-operated waterfall along with a stunning skyline.

Jumeirah has some of the best eating in town, with a wonderful variety of restaurants, from ethnic street bites on 2nd December St and urban bistros at BoxPark or City Walk to humble fish shacks on the waterfront and top-dirham dining shrines at the Burj Al Arab and Madinat Jumeirah . Aside from the bars in and around Madinat Jumeirah and in a smattering of Western-style hotels, few places in Jumeirah serve alcohol.

Luxury lovers should steer towards the Burj Al Arab or the hotels at Madinat Jumeirah. The cluster of midrange hotels and hotel-apartments next to the Mall of Emirates offer great value for money. However, many hotels in this area are a taxi ride from the nearest Dubai Metro station.

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Bur Dubai may not be as sleek and sophisticated as the newer parts of town, but its animated street life exudes a sense of community spirit that is rarely found elsewhere. Although Bur Dubai stretches from Dubai Creek to the World Trade Centre at the beginning of Sheikh Zayed Road, the neighborhood's most intriguing area is a conveniently compact section hugging the Creek. Come here to soak up the city's history in the Dubai Museum and peek into the past in the restored Al Fahidi Historic District and Shindagha Historic District , which will soon be home to the world's largest open-air museum. Pass through the atmospheric Bur Dubai Souq along the way, which offers wallet-friendly shopping for souvenirs, textiles and knock-off handbags.

Bur Dubai is heaven for ethnic eats, with oodles of tiny, low-frills cafes catering to homesick expats from Kerala to Kathmandu with superb and authentic street food. The tangle of narrow lanes around the market brims with local eateries feeding expats from Nepal, India and Pakistan with authentic fare from their homelands. Stock up on souvenirs and then watch the boat traffic on Dubai Creek from a waterfront cafe in the re-energized Al Seef area.

Bur Dubai is one of the cheapest areas to stay in Dubai, and it's home to heritage B&Bs, the city's oldest hotel, modern budget and midrange chains and plenty of hotel apartments in the Mankhool area near the BurJuman mall. Away from the Creek, Bur Dubai becomes rather nondescript.

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Deira  feels like a cross between Cairo and Karachi. Dusty, crowded and chaotic, Deira is one of Dubai's oldest and most charismatic neighborhoods and a world away from modern Dubai. Along Dubai Creek, colorful wooden dhows (traditional cargo boats) engage in the time-tested trading of goods destined for Iran, Sudan and other locales. Nearby, the bustling souqs (markets) are atmospheric ancestors of today’s malls, where you can sip sugary tea and haggle for bargains with traders whose families have tended the same shop for generations. 

The main sights of Deira are all within easy walking distance of each other around the atmospheric mouth of Dubai Creek, but it's the siren song of the souqs that lures shoppers to to this area. Stock up on spices, gold, perfume and souvenirs of all sorts, all sold at bargain prices (provided you bargain).

Deira is also Dubai's most dazzlingly multicultural neighborhood, reflected by the restaurants that are perfect for soaking up the local color and sampling authentic fare from such far-flung locales as India, Syria, Lebanon, Ethiopia, Iraq and Afghanistan.

Deira is close to the airport and therefore popular with visitors on stopovers. There are plenty of older, smaller, budget places in and around the souqs, although they range in quality. More upmarket properties can be found along Dubai Creek as far south as Dubai Festival City.

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Jutting into the Gulf is Palm Jumeirah, an artificial island in the shape of a palm tree and home to glittering resorts, as well as the Aquaventure Waterpark , now the largest in the world . Built to increase Dubai's beachfront real estate, Palm Jumeirah is home to luxury apartments, villas and hotels. It's punctuated by the iconic pink and hugely popular Atlantis The Palm resort . Further south lie the family-friendly theme parks of Dubai Parks & Resorts. 

The monorail to Palm Jumeirah is an entertaining trip, but be warned that the resorts on Palm Jumeirah are a long way from anywhere.

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By Steph Loseby   2 February 2023

If there’s one thing the UAE does well, it’s boundary-pushing new venues, beach clubs, restaurants, and dining concepts. The Middle East is home to some pretty sensational beach clubs, all of which offer a secluded haven of luxury and fun. Designed to please the most discerning traveler, we have put together our top beach club destinations you need to visit on your next Dubai yacht charter vacation.

When it comes to hitting stylish beach clubs, few places rival Dubai. There is nothing better than celebrating with family and friends and enjoying uplifting beats from some of the world's most renowned DJs with a cocktail in hand.

Whether you're looking for the ultimate place to lounge, soak up some Arabian sun, or party from dusk to dawn, these beach club venues offer the perfect opportunity to let loose and allow you to immerse yourself in the on-shore party scene before returning to your luxury charter yacht .

Nikki Beach

Best for: Sleek and sophisticated ambiance

The globally renowned Nikki Beach is one of the world’s best partying venues with a fantastic music program filled with exclusive DJs and relaxed beats. Situated on the waterfront of Pearl Jumeirah, Nikki Beach Dubai definitely lives up to its reputation, providing crewed yacht charter guests with a modern venue to enjoy the upbeat vibes and soak up the sunshine of a United Arab Emirates yacht charter in style. 

Not only does the venue boast outstanding views of the Burj Khalifa and beyond but the beach club's restaurant stands out thanks to its spectacular globally-inspired menu. Offering a sprawling selection of delectable dishes with tastes and spices representative of all the countries in which Nikki Beach is located across the world, motor yacht charter guests can expect a gourmet experience nonpareil.

Best for: Bringing the magic of the Mediterranean to Dubai

Picture plush Dior-designed sunbeds, sparkling turquoise waters, and an endless stretch of soft golden sands. At Nammos, all of this is yours as comfort and luxury take center stage - allowing all Dubai yacht charter guests to experience the very best of summer living in Dubai - no matter what time of year it is.

Nammos is the perfect luxe hangout for even the most discerning of travelers, with multiple areas for charter guests to relax, socialize, and mingle during their time here. With the option to dine at the Mediterranean-inspired restaurant or the party at the Nammos Dubai Lounge, you can be sure that you will try gastronomical and mixologist creations that you have never experienced before. Once you have finished, you can continue your evening dancing til dawn under the twinkling Arabian sky.

Best for: Chic chilling and idling by the pool

Perfect for those looking for a secluded hotspot to enjoy an abundance of sweet refreshments and sweeping panoramic views of Palm Island’s Bay and Dubai’s iconic skyline, DRIFT is a sophisticated beach club restaurant you don’t want to miss during your luxury yacht charter vacation . 

For pure solitude, visiting sailing yacht charter guests can opt for a private beach cabana that provides an ‘ultra-exclusive sanctuary’ for an indulgent day ashore. With this comes your own personal pool, a terrace, and a lunch garden leading to DRIFT’s premier private beach. To top it all off, you will also enjoy the chic lounge area with a state-of-the-art entertainment system and a dedicated host ready to cater to your every need.

Twiggy By La Cantine

Best for: Exclusivity, celebrity spotting and DJ sets

As one of the most talked about beach clubs across the UAE, it is no surprise that Twiggy is on the hotlist of top places to visit during your yacht rental vacation. Home to a 100-meter infinity pool, a beautiful soft white sandy beach and endless opportunities to capture that perfect Instagram picture, Twiggy is the place to be.

This sun-dappled spot promises chic vibes and a chilled yet playful atmosphere all-day long

Combining beach club elegance with the sophistication of a Mediterranean yacht charter , Twiggy La Cantine oozes a chic vibe and a chilled yet playful atmosphere. As day turns to night, charter guests can appreciate performances from some of the best DJ guests across the globe at one of the regular exclusive events. Whether you want to celebrate on a family yacht charter and party in style or dine and savor the delectable cuisine inspired by the South of France soul, Twiggy La Cantine is an all-time favorite for any occasion.

Best for: Mellow, suave, African vibes

Inviting, tasteful, and incredibly laid back, SĀN Beach is all about bringing a unique energy and embodying the concept of community to create a welcoming retreat-style space for all charter guests. Located on Palm Jumeirah’s West Beach, the story behind the creation of SĀN Beach is just as interesting as its fascinating sculptures, artwork, and social spaces dotted throughout the beach club.

Inspired by Africa's first indigenous tribe, the San, the distinctive beach hotspot holds an invisible energy that gets charter guests feeling super relaxed and feeling the connection between others and the music. So, kick back, sprawl out on the deluxe sunbeds, and get ready to enjoy every inch of luxury this popular yacht charter destination offers. 

Best for: The infectious party atmosphere

Home to 20 bars, three cuisines, one swanky stylish beach club, and a nightclub, Bla Bla offers all-day entertainment like no other. If it is a chilled champagne breakfast on a honeymoon yacht charter or, perhaps, cocktails enjoyed by the poolside with friends, Bla Bla has something to match whatever mood you are in.

After a day of delights by the poolside, if you are up for splashing more cash, there are a variety of cool and eccentric bars that will take your night to the next level. The Tent is an electric and euphoric experience, offering guests endless opportunities to socialize with like-minded partygoers and explore more of what Dubai nightlife has to offer.

If you’d like to learn more, you can read our guide to Dubai yacht charters or view all the best attractions and experiences in Dubai . 

To include any of these beach club hotspots in your Dubai yacht charter itinerary , please speak with your preferred yacht charter broker who can help you to create your dream yacht rental vacation . 

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