
This is the summer staycation vibe you've been waiting for
Found on Bluewaters Island, this spot is offering the ultimate staycay deal from now until September 30 (and honestly, it's giving everything).
Think: complimentary daily breakfast and dinner, 20% off dining (hello, fancy lunch plans), and Dhs150 to spend at the iconic Banyan Tree Spa. Yes please.
The vibes? Minimal, natural, sun-drenched perfection. Every room and suite is filled with soft textures, sleek lines, and Insta-worthy views from private balconies.
Delano's pool is made for lounging. Want to move your body? HWH Studio has yoga, Pilates, and chill wellness sessions that hit just right.
As the sun sets, the food scene turns all the way on. Sip cocktails at the moody Rose Bar, get into beachside dining at La Cantine, or try Japanese with a twist at Gohan and Blue Door serves up luxe Anatolian plates that are as delish as they are pretty.
GTK these summer deals within the hotel:
Tutto Passa – Pizza & Vino
Drawing from the coastal charm of southern Italy, Tutto Passa channels effortless refinementthrough timeless flavours. The Pizza & Vino offer, available daily from 12:30PM to 4PM, invites guests to choose from a curated selection of artisanal pizzas including Margherita, Quattro Formaggi, Calabrese, or the rotating Pizza del Giorno, perfectly paired with two glasses of wine including rosé, white, or red, for Dhs190 per person.
Blue Door – Rake & Mezze
As the sun sets, Blue Door invites guests to linger into the evening with Rake & Mezze a ritual of shared flavours and Anatolian heritage. Priced at AED 390 for two people, the experience includes a custom cold mezze board featuring six selections from the menu, served alongside a 350ml half carafe of Yeni Rakı. Available daily from 5PM onwards.
Rose Bar – The Rose Hour
At Rose Bar, The Rose Hour unfolds with a curated menu of classic and contemporary cocktails, fine wines, and elevated bar bites. Signature cocktails such as the Miami Vice, N.Y. Sour, Margarita, and Aperol Spritz are offered at Dhs45. A selection of wine, beer, and spirits is available at AED 35, while indulgent bites like Lobster Tacos and Beef Sliders are served at Dhs40.
Gohan – Sushi Matsuri
Set against a backdrop of R&B and Hip-Hop beats, Gohan Bluewaters invites guests to unwind with Sushi Matsuri, a Thursday night ritual of rhythm and refined flavour. Priced at Dhs310 per person, the experience features unlimited made-to-order Maki and Nigiri featuring favourites like Salmon, Yellowtail and Mushroom Nigiri, alongside standout rolls such as Crispy Crab and Hamachi. Two gourmet sides including Mushroom Miso Soup and Crispy Shiso Tuna Tartare, and a choice of two beverages complete the evening. Available every Thursday from 7PM to 12AM.
La Cantine Beach – Après-Soleil Night Swim
As the sun dips below the horizon and the last golden light lingers on the water, La Cantine Beach offers a new experience with the Après-Soleil Night Swim, launching on 22 May and running every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 7PM till late. Guests can choose from sunbeds at Dhs249 or lounges at Dhs299, both fully redeemable on the Night Swim menu. For an added touch of indulgence, a bottle of Pearl Rosé is available at a special price of Dhs400. With ambient lighting, late-night swims, and chic bites by the water, it's a twilight escape designed for warm summer nights.
Delano Pool & Beach – Day Passes
The rhythm of the season continues at Delano Pool & Beach, where new summer day pass rates invite guests to slow down in understated luxury. Starting 9 June, weekday passes from Monday to Thursday are priced at Dhs200 per person, and weekend passes from Friday to Sunday at Dhs300 per person both with 50% redeemable on food and beverage.
In short: Delano Dubai is where you go to slow down and glow up this summer. Don't sleep on it.
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