Arriving as the Anantara brand’s first Dubai city property in August 2022, Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel is a flagship of contemporary luxury and sophisticated design. Embracing a transformative ‘Mirage’ concept, integrated into every area after an extensive three-year reimagining, this Business Bay hotel celebrates the beauty of nature as it welcomes guests into an oasis of calming comfort.
Positioned within view of the Burj Khalifa, the hotel is a 20-minute drive from Dubai International Airport and 10 minutes from Dubai Mall and the DIFC, offering seamless connection to key locations for business and highlight attractions for leisure. Beyond the lobby doors is the effervescence of Dubai. Inside, fresh flowers radiate aromas between sloped wooden ceilings and soft emerald floors, while a Bohemian glass sculpture cascades from the ceiling, refracting light through 926 reflective leaves.
Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel boasts a choice of 252 rooms and suites across 35 storeys. Among the most spacious in Business Bay, each sanctuary balances soothing decor and plush furnishings with advanced amenities to create a sense of ease and security. Floor-to-ceiling windows unveil cityscape and Burj Khalifa views, providing mesmerizing backdrops for these exclusive havens, each featuring a soft king bed and a modern bathroom with a walk-in shower and a standalone tub.
Individuals, couples, or small families enjoy ample space in 52 sqm Superior, Deluxe, and Luxury category rooms fitted with complimentary Wi-Fi, flatscreen TVs with Chromecast, and relaxing sofas. Expansive 133 sqm Deluxe Suites and 184 sqm Luxury Suites with separate living areas provide opportunities for enhanced unwinding or entertaining, while catering for families of up to two adults and two children.
For maximum comfort, the 235 sqm Anantara Royal Suite with Pool stands at the pinnacle of the property, adding an al fresco plunge pool and enclosed balcony to its bedroom, lounge, dining area, and lavish bathroom with spectacular vistas of the world’s tallest building outside.
Thai-inspired hospitality blends with UAE luxury at Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel, and this international philosophy is echoed in exquisitely eclectic dining experiences. Flavours from Arabia, Asia and the West are served alongside signature delicacies from Japan, India, and Mesoamerica in a collection of restaurants, lounges, and bars fitting every guest and all occasions.
Global á la carte and buffet menus are available all day at the All Day Dining Restaurant. Elegant but informal, its courtyard setting invites diners to indoor or outdoor seating, whether for a weekday business lunch, enchanting Arabian theme nights, or casual drinks with hubbly bubbly. Capitalising on the exceptional environment at the heart of the hotel, The Lobby Lounge is a peaceful place to gather for warm drinks and light bites, or a refined Botanical Afternoon Tea. Close by, Mood Bar asks guests to take the weight off and pause for shared moments over expertly crafted cocktails, fine wines, and curated spirits.
Showcasing the soul of Central American food, Girl & The Goose is Downtown’s first supper club. Chef Gabriela Chamorro conjures creations to inspire and impress, peppering modern Mesoamerican recipes with influences picked up on her culinary travels,. The tastes of Japan are brought to the desert at the UAE’s first Kimura-ya. Hosted by Chef Kohei Kobayashi, in a cutting-edge setting designed by Mayuka Kojima, it fuses authenticity and creativity in an innovative Izakaya-style outlet. For opulent Indian dining, the open kitchen of Punjab Grill evokes the spirit and spices of the Maharaja’s royal court.
Tucked between the skyscrapers of Business Bay, the Pool Bar serves tasty nibbles and cooling drinks throughout the sunlight hours in a tranquil hideaway beside the temperature-controlled outdoor pool. 24-hour In-Room Dining empowers private dining from leisurely breakfasts to late lunches and candlelit dinners. For the ultimate in exclusive culinary experiences, personal menus are curated in intimate settings for bespoke Designer Dining. And the gastronomic journey doesn’t end at check-out, with Spice Spoons cooking classes encouraging visitors to take a taste of the Middle East back home.
Even within the harmonious environment of Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel, an extra layer of serenity is found within the blissful cocoon of Anantara Spa. Signature therapies draw on ancient practices and cutting-edge techniques to restore mind, body, and soul, far from the bustle of the city.
Beyond the treatment tables, invigorating and energising activities are also provided by the al fresco pool, a state-of-the-art fitness centre featuring strength and fitness equipment plus expert instructors, and tailored Technogym workout videos that can be downloaded anywhere in the hotel.
A collection of event spaces range from Mirage, a 550 capacity multi-purpose hall with the flexibility to be divided into three, to a 104 sqm executive boardroom and eight adaptable and fully equipped meeting rooms with room to host from five to 40. Combined with an Al Fresco Venue and Courtyard, each easily accommodating up to 150 attendees, Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel is an ideal location for business events, social occasions, or flawless weddings orchestrated by a dedicated in-house team.
In line with the global Anantara ethos and underlining a passionate commitment to preserving luxury in Dubai, Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel is a pioneering advocate of green hospitality. Not only does nature flow through the property, but ongoing initiatives in recycling, waste reduction, water conservation, cruelty-free amenities, and responsible procurement are at the heart of all operations. Receiving Gold level certification from Green Growth 2050 is testament to its dedication and ongoing success.
Proud to provide hospitality in harmony with the needs of all guests, Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel has been declared a Certified Autism Centre (CAC) by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). By introducing staff training and awareness planning alongside services and equipment – including a low-sensory room, noise-cancelling headphones, fidget toys, and flexible dining times available on request – the hotel and its staff are setting a new standard for inclusivity, ensuring that every guest enjoys a truly exceptional stay.
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