Dubai hotel hacks: How to eat in Dubai's most extravagant hotels for Dhs80 (or less)
Listen up, as we have tips on how to see inside the posh plots (and get some new IG snaps) without breaking into the savings account.
All you need to know is which venue to enter inside the hotel and the best budget-friendly items on the menu to order.
Of course, you won't be able to see inside the rooms or dive into a full meal but you can enjoy a snack and a drink in a swanky setting.
Walking away with a receipt for Dhs80 or less from these first-class venues is sure to leave a smile on your face.
Dubai hotel hacks to eat well (and spend less)
Armani Hotel Dubai
This hotel is located inside Burj Khalifa, giving it automatic swanky vibes. You can visit the Armani/Lounge to indulge in snacks and drinks all with super reasonable price tags. A scoop of gelato or sorbet with mini macarons will cost Dhs20, while hot beverages start from Dhs35. If you fancy eating something hot then you can get a tasty soup for Dhs69, while a margherita pizza comes in under Dhs100. Not too shabby for an afternoon inside the world's tallest building (plus, there's no need to book as walk-ins are welcome).
Where to go: Armani/Lounge.
What to order: Homemade gelato with mini macarons
Most affordable total: Dhs20.
Burj Khalifa, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai (04 888 3888).
Atlantis The Palm
Dubai's OG iconic hotel is home to plenty of dining spots. Want to get inside for less? Then head to the hotel's family restaurant and bar Wavehouse for some small bites ranging from chicken tenders and french fries for Dhs55 to more outlandish fare such as sticky toffee pudding for Dhs60. Fitness freaks can grab ab-friendly food including a Caesar salad for Dhs80. For more substantial dishes, you can get a classic margherita pizza for Dhs80 each.
Where to go: Wavehouse
What to order: Classic margherita pizza
Most affordable total: Dhs80.
Crescent Road, The Palm Jumeirah (04 426 2000).
Atlantis The Royal
This is probably somewhere on your to-see list after its grand opening last year featured a star-studded event (including Kendall Jenner and Beyoncé). If you want to get inside for less, The Royal Tearoom is where to head. Pick up a coffee and a pastry here and you can sit and watch the world go by inside the lobby of this magnificent venue without needing to go into your overdraft. Pastries are curated by the famed award-winning chef Christophe Devoille and are worth every single dirham.
Where to go: The Royal Tearoom.
What to order: Home-baked viennoiserie (daily selection to choose from) and organic wuyi oolong tea.
Most affordable total: Dhs72.
Crescent Road, The Palm Jumeirah (04 426 2000).
Bulgari Resort Dubai
This luxe hotel in Jumeira Bay is a stunning venue and as part of the designer brand's hospitality collection, there's something gorgeous to see at every turn. Want to see inside (without dropping some serious cash)? The most cost-effective way is to visit The Bulgari Lounge and order something sweet.
Where to go: The Bulgari Lounge.
What to order: Crêpes with hazelnut and chocolate cream (Dhs60).
Most affordable total: Dhs60.
Jumeira Bay Island, Jumeira 2 (04 777 5555).
Burj Al Arab
Credit: Burj Al Arab
The iconic Dubai hotel is a pillar of luxury and its dining options definitely reflect that.
Take a seat in the bold Sahn Eddar Lounge on the first floor and look back at Umm Suqeim as you tuxk into a portion of homemade scones served with clotted cream and jam for Dhs40. For something to drink a San Pellegrino or soft juice will just fit in the budget, priced at Dhs40 each.
Where to go: Sahn Eddar Lounge.
What to order: Homemade scones (Dhs40) and a San Pellegrino (Dhs40).
Most affordable total: Dhs80.
Open daily 10am-11pm. Burj Al Arab, jumeirah.com (800 323232).
The Lana, Dorchester Collection
The Lana – Dorchester Collection Credit: Supplied
The gorgeous Business Bay hotel opened with premium suites, a rooftop pool with incredible Burj Khalifa views and of course, a top-tier restaurant or two.
If you want a slice of luxury for less, take a seat at the gorgeous pastel bakery that is the Bonbon Café by Angelo Musa and opt for a bonbon iced tea for Dhs45 and a viennoiserie from Dhs25.
Where to go: .
What to order: Bonbon iced tea (Dhs45) and a viennoiserie (from Dhs25).
Most affordable total: Dhs70.
Open Mon-Thu 8am-8pm; Fri-Sun 8am-9pm. Marasy Bay, Business Bay, dorchestercollection.com (04 541 7777).
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