Top 5 Beach Club & Pool Days in the Middle East

1.Beach Day on the Palm with Skyline Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 632 reviews · 1 day · from $54Our pick

Spend one relaxed day at Fluid Beach Club at Th8 Palm Dubai Beach Resort. Your pass includes access to the pool, beach, and sunbeds, plus 20% off food and drinks. You can swim in the warm Persian Gulf, order lunch or cocktails at your lounger, and enjoy views of Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, and the Burj Khalifa.

“What a great day. We weee worried it would be too hot but the pool was a fantastic refreshing temperature. The sea was like swimming in the bath, but also a great experience. The food was good and the cocktails flowed nicely. The staff were very attentive. It got a little busy later in the afternoon but we were just about done by then. Definitely worth a visit.”

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2.Fairmont the Palm Pool and Beach Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 427 reviews · 1 day · from $40

Spend a full day at Fairmont the Palm with access to its pool and West Beach. You can settle into a cabana or first-come, first-served lounger, use towels, changing rooms, lockers, steam and sauna facilities, and order Mediterranean and Asian-inspired food at Bask. English service, music, and weekend entertainment are included.

“Had a fantastic day at Fairmont - the pool area was so nice & the beach - enjoyed the food & the service was great !”

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3.Riva Beach Club Pool and Beach Day Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 424 reviews · 1 - 7 days · from $34Best value

RIVA Beach Club gives you a full day at Palm Jumeirah with access to a temperature-controlled pool, private beach, sun lounger, towel, umbrella, changing rooms, and a welcome drink. Order Mediterranean food indoors or outside, enjoy views of the Burj Al Arab and Downtown skyline, and look for kids’ activities, DJs, and live entertainment.

“We found this little gem of a beach. It is quieter than Jumeirah on the palm, which is what we wanted that day. The water sports were good value located next to it. We will be coming again next year really good for kids.”

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4.The Palm 3-Course Set Menu Meal and Beach Club Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 49 reviews · from $76

Start with a three-course set menu at 20four Restaurant at Wyndham Residences The Palm. After lunch, ask reception for directions and walk two minutes to Fluid Beach Club at Th8 Palm Hotel. You get pool and private beach access, plus views of the Palm and Dubai skyline. Food and drinks beyond the set menu cost extra.

“20four Restaurant was closed due to works. They made us very welcome in their sister hotel for lunch. The beach club was fantastic great staff.”

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5.To Al-Mujib Canyon & Dead Sea Salt Beach Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 32 reviews · 6 hours - 1 day · from $97

Travel from Amman to Wadi Mujib for a wet, self-guided canyon hike with ropes, ladders, pools, and a waterfall. Then spend 2.5 hours at the Dead Sea Salt Beach, floating and using mineral mud. Drivers such as Khalil and Murad are praised for flexible photo stops and local tips. Canyon access is limited to adults with moderate fitness.

“Khalil is a good guide which will give you some good advices during the trip.”

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