Dubai Marina is a man-made marina lying between Al Sufouh and Jebel Ali. With over 200 high-rise towers, including 40 towers of the Jumeirah Beach Residence, it is the world’s largest man-made marina.
Hotels
Hotels and places to stay in and around Dubai Marina include:
- Millennium Place Dubai Marina
- Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
- Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach
- JA Ocean View Hotel
- Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
- Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
- Rove Dubai Marina
- Marina Byblos Hotel
- Jannah Marina Hotel Apartments
- One&Only The Palm Dubai
Restaurants
Some of the best restaurants at Dubai Marina are listed below.
The list was last updated on Sunday 4th of October 2020.
| Name | Address | Cuisine | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Nafoorah | Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Palm Jumeirah | Lebanese | $$$ | [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Azure Beach | Rixos Premium Dubai Jumeirah Beach Residence | Beach Club, Bar | $$ | Beach club at Rixos Premium Dubai. Exquisite infinity pool surrounded by sun loungers, private beach, shisha terrace, pool parties, and more. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Bahar | La Verda Suites and Villas Dubai Marina | Iranian | $$ | Contemporary Iranian restaurant at La Verda Suites and Villas. Unlicensed. Outdoor terrace with great view of Dubai Marina. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Barasti | Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina Dubai Marina | Bar | $$ | Very popular beach bar at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort. Pool parties, ladies days, BBQs, DJs, live music etc. Large outdoor venue with pool, big screens, loungers, and more. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes | Rixos Premium Dubai Jumeirah Beach Residence | American | $$ | Gourmet burgers, shakes, and craft beers. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Blue Jade | The Ritz-Carlton Dubai Jumeirah Beach Residence | Asian | $$$ | Pan-Asian restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton Dubai. Menu offers dishes from Vietnam, China, Thailand, and Japan. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Buddha Bar | Grosvenor House Dubai Marina | Bar, Asian | $$$ | Large restaurant and bar at Grosvenor House, Dubai Marina. Opulent two-floor layout. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer fantastic view of the Dubai Marina. DJs and party nights. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Bussola | Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina Dubai Marina | Italian | $$ | Italian restaurant offering both a formal dining area and casual upstairs terrace. Business lunches and happy hour. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Cove Beach | Ceasars Palace Bluewaters Bluewaters Island | Beach Club, Bar | $$ | Beach club with 3 swimming pools, cabanas, loungers, Jacuzzis etc. Live music, DJs, and more. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Drift Beach | One and Only Royal Mirage Dubai Marina | Bar, Mediterranean | $$$ | Exclusive beach club at the One and Only Royal Mirage. Adults only. Swimming pool and private cabanas. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Eggspectation | The Beach Jumeirah Beach Residence | Cafe, American | $$ | Menu offers a wide range of breakfast items and egg-based dishes, but also includes salads, burgers, sandwiches etc. Indoor and outdoor seating. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Fish | Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina Dubai Marina | Seafood, Mediterranean | $$ | Casual seafood restaurant. Al fresco dining with great views of the Persian Gulf and Palm Jumeirah. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Fogueria | Ramada Plaza Jumeirah Beach Jumeirah Beach Residence | Brazilian, Steakhouse | $$$ | Brazilian churrascaria on the rooftop of the Ramada Plaza Jumeirah Beach. Offers an all-you-can-eat Brazilian BBQ and live music. Offers great views of Dubai Marina. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen | Ceasars Palace Bluewaters Bluewaters Island | British, European | $$$ | Fine dining restaurant by Michelin-starred celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Imperium | Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Palm Jumeirah | International | $$$ | [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Indego by Vineet | Grosvenor House Dubai Marina | Indian | $$$ | High-end Indian restaurant at Grosvenor House. Led by Vineet Bhatia, a Michelin-starred celebrity chef. Impeccable service. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Indya by Vineet | Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa Dubai Marina | Indian | $$$ | Indian restaurant at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa. Menu by Michelin-starred chef Vineet Bhatia. Licensed. Vibrant decor. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| JB's Gastropub | Amwaj Rotana Jumeirah Beach Residence | Pub, British, American | $$ | Pub at Jumeirah Beach Residence offering British and American favourites. Live sports, DJs, and generous portions. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Massimo's | Marina Promenade Dubai Marina | Italian | $$ | Italian restaurant on the promenade of the Dubai Marina. Inside and outdoor dining areas. Italian chef. Not licensed to serve alcohol. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Mazina | Address Dubai Marina Dubai Marina | International | $$ | All-day dining restaurant at the Address Dubai Marina. Serves a variety of cuisines from around the world. Show kitchens. Friday brunch. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Qwerty | Media One Hotel Dubai Media City | Bar, International | $$ | Restaurant and cocktail bar the Media One Hotel. Ladies nights and live music. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Rhodes Twenty10 | Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa Dubai Marina | Steakhouse | $$$ | Steakhouse at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa. Led by British celebrity chef Gary Rhodes. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Sloane's | Grosvenor House Dubai Marina | International | $$ | Buffet restaurant at Grosvenor House. Huge choice of dishes. Best known for its Friday brunch. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| The Selfish Bull | The Wharf Bluewaters Island | Steakhouse, Seafood | $$ | Restaurant at The Wharf. Offering steaks, burgers and seafood (including lobster). Licensed to serve alcohol. Located near the base of Ain Dubai. Outdoor seating area with good views of Jumeirah Beach Residence. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| The Talk | Movenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach Jumeirah Beach Residence | International | $$ | All-day dining restaurant at the Movenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach. Offers themed nights and a Friday brunch. Features open kitchen, live cooking platforms, indoor seating and outdoor terrace. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Toro Toro | Grosvenor House Dubai Marina | Latin American | $$$ | Latin American restaurant and lounge at Grosvenor House, Dubai Marina. Two-floor venue with upstairs bar. Friday brunch and ladies’ nights. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Wavebreaker | Hilton Dubai Jumeriah Jumeirah Beach Residence | International, Seafood | $$ | Casual beach restaurant and bar at the Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, The Walk, Jumeirah Beach Residence. Offers burgers, smoked and grilled food, sandwiches, salads etc. Happy hour. Large screen TV shows big sporting events. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
| Zhen Wei | Ceasars Palace Bluewaters Bluewaters Island | Asian, Chinese | $$ | Offers Chinese favourites including dim sum. [Facebook] [Trip Advisor] |
Real Estate
Properties at the Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach Residence are predominantly expensive tower apartments. The apartments have been popular with property speculators. The first phase, Dubai Marina Towers, comprising 6 towers (Murjan, Al Mass, Fairooz, Mesk, Yass, and Anbar) of 1 – 4 bedroom apartments sold out before the buildings were even complete.
Many of the apartments at Dubai Marina are now available for short term rent, providing a relatively inexpensive alternative to hotels.
Shopping
The Dubai Marina Mall isn’t the largest of malls but offers a decent number of shops including a Waitrose supermarket. There’s more choice at the Ibn Battuta Mall, just over a mile away.
Attractions & Entertainment
The Walk, a promenade running between the beachfront hotels and Jumeirah Beach Residence, is lined with numerous restaurants and cafes.
There’s a 6-screen cinema at the Dubai Marina Mall and a 10-screen cinema at The Beach.
There are also two golf clubs nearby; the Emirates Golf Club (The Majlis Course and the Faldo Course) and The Montgomerie.
Schools
There are no schools within Dubai Marina itself, although there’s a decent choice close by in areas such as Emirates Hills, Al Sufouh, and Al Barsha.
Transport
Dubai Marina is served by the Dubai Marina Metro Station and the Jumeirah Lakes Towers Metro Station. Both stations are on the Red Line.
The Dubai Tram opened in November 2014. Trams loop around Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach Residence before heading into Al Sufouh.
