The coolest Dubai hotel merch that you can't leave without
Long after you've left, the glittering memories of the resort and your trip keep popping up in your thoughts.
So what if we told you that you can take a slice of your dreamy Dubai hotel home with you?
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That's right — we've rounded up the best Dubai hotel merch from across the city that you can love post staycation and beyond.
The Dubai hotel merch to love
Boutique hotel smell? You'll want one for every room.
Dhs238 (home spa diffuser kit). Banyan Tree, banyantree.com.
What the bottle says.
Dhs60 (water bottle). Available in all Rove hotels only.
Fan yourself pretty.
Dhs180 (paper fan). Mandarin Oriental, shopmo.com.
Who said bucket hats are only for kids?
Dhs190 (bucket hat). Dukkan Avantique x 25hours Hotel, Trade Centre Area (available in hotel only).
Consider your jeans-and-
a-nice-top situ upgraded.
Dhs365 (graphic T-shirt). FIVE MODE, fivemode.com.
Trips to the beach, gym or supermarket never looked more chic.
Dhs330 (Ritz-Carlton tote bag). The Ritz-Carlton, ritzcarltonshops.com.
Upgrade your breakfast in bed, one plate at a time.
From Dhs55 each (Mama coupe red plate). Mama Shelter, Business Bay mamalovesyou.com.
There's nothing quite like a hotel bubble bath. Recreate a luxe Kempinski staycay in your own bathroom at home.
Dhs651 (Ferragamo bath and body set). Kempinski Boutique, kempinskiboutique.com.
Team 'khallas' or 'yallah'
Dhs50 each (mugs). 25hours Hotel, Trade Centre Area (available in hotel only).
Bring a mascot home for the little one or for yourself.
Dhs110 (camel mascot). 25hours Hotel, Trade Centre Area (available in hotel only).
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