Meliá Desert Palm Member of Meliá Collection

5 Star Hotel

9.3

International City, Dubai

About Meliá Desert Palm Member of Meliá Collection

An intimate, design-led retreat on a 64‑hectare polo estate, Meliá Desert Palm blends Arabian craftsmanship with Spanish flair. Private‑pool villas and a signature Samana Spa overlook championship polo fields, offering secluded luxury for discerning travellers.

Check-in

From 15:00

Check-out

Until 12:00

Hotel Information

Full Address

Al Awir Road, 103635 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Neighborhood

International City

Guest Rating

9.3/10

Hotel Amenities & Features

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Wellness

Hot Tub / Spa

SAMĀNA Spa on-site with a full-service wellness centre and seven spa suites offering individual and couples treatment rooms and relaxation spaces.

Sauna

On-site spa facilities include a sauna as part of the spa water-circuit and treatment offering.

Steam Room

Spa water-circuit includes a steam room (part of the Samāna Spa's hydrotherapy/water-circuit alongside cold/ice pool and sensational showers).

Outdoor pool

Infinity/outdoor swimming pool(s) with a poolside bar; property also offers private villa pools for villa bookings.

Fitness centre

The Stables Fitness Centre — a Technogym®-equipped fitness club offering a 24-hour gym, fitness and yoga classes with views over the polo fields.

Personal trainer service

Fitness offering includes personal trainer services and organised fitness classes available through The Stables fitness club.

Wellness treatments (massage, facial, hydrotherapy, etc.)

Samāna Spa provides a range of wellness treatments including massages, facials, aromatherapy and Ayurvedic therapies, couples treatments and specialised spa suites.

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Dining

Fine dining restaurant(s)

Signature Steakhouse — on-property signature steakhouse offering fine-dining steakhouse experience.

Casual restaurant / café

Epicure All‑Day‑Dining Bistro — relaxed all‑day brasserie overlooking the pool and gardens serving international cuisine.

Bar / lounge

Multiple on-site bars including the Red Bar (iconic equestrian-themed bar), Pony/Pool bars and additional lounge spaces.

Afternoon tea service

Offers afternoon tea service and curated destination dining experiences across the estate.

Private dining room

Private/destination dining experiences available — private dinners in secret locations across the estate with options for a personal chef and waiter.

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Unique Features

Panoramic or landmark views

Property set within a 64‑hectare Desert Palm polo estate with panoramic views of the polo fields and vistas of the Dubai skyline.

Art or curated design collection

Rooms and villas incorporate local art and an equestrian-themed curated design reflecting the hotel's polo heritage and destination identity.

Prime location (landmark adjacent, riverfront, iconic neighbourhood)

Located inside a private Desert Palm Polo & Equestrian estate about 20 km from downtown Dubai, offering an exclusive resort setting adjacent to polo facilities.

Exclusive access (e.g. members-only club)

Estate experiences include access to polo lessons, on-site horse‑riding school and private equestrian facilities and destination/private dining across the estate.

Wellness-focused design

Spa design features a hydrotherapy water-circuit (cold/ice pool), heated stone beds, Thai massage suite and dedicated relaxation spaces as part of an integrated wellness concept.

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