Hotel Openings

The Delano Dubai hotel opening writes a new chapter for a storied brand and introduces a fresh property and resort experience, underscored by a singular blend of social magnetism and chic elegance. Set on the pristine shores of Bluewaters Dubai and perfectly placed between the vibrant dynamism of the city’s skyline and the exquisite tranquillity of the Arabian Gulf, Delano Dubai reimagines the Miami signatures that captivated the world and redefined luxury hospitality thirty years ago. The hotel features 251 guest rooms including 84 spectacular suites, all designed in Delano’s signature, sublimely understated style.

Exceptional restaurant and bar concepts are at the heart of the Delano experience, including a reawakened Rose Bar and return of the legendary Blue Door restaurant, bringing something entirely unique to the city’s dining and mixology scene and establishing the hotel as a veritable social hub. A stylish wellness studio, and of course the famous Delano Pool with its iconic sunken furniture, complete the scene for Dubai’s most exclusive new destination. The hedge is up, care to take a peek over?

Delano Dubai hotel opening: design

Collectively conceived by leading designers Elastic Architects, SA Consultants, La Bottega Interiors and YDesign, in collaboration with Ennismore’s inhouse design team, the interiors of Delano Dubai embody and evolve the aesthetic principles that defined the distinctive look and feel of the Miami original. A discreet entrance framed by manicured greenery evokes South Beach’s whimsical hedge, and guests are swept into the resort through a veil of white curtains that will be instantly familiar to Delano Miami regulars. Upon entry, the apparent simplicity of the bright, light-filled public areas unfurl into a layered, tactile aesthetic informed by a soft minimalism crafted through brand design signatures. In the lobby, a reflective art piece by Hussain Jamil speaks to fluidity and movement, while the interplay between dark
and light is explored through architectural lighting and the juxtaposition of the crisp ‘Delano White’ walls with dark wide-board timber flooring.

Rooms and suites

The dark to light motif continues through to the private guest areas, as softly lit monochrome corridors lead guests into spacious rooms and suites streaming with natural daylight, captured in room names like ‘Rising Light’ and ‘Waking Eclipse’. The design of each room is guided by a chic, tonal palette and embraces fluidity in soft, curved silhouettes and rich textures. Think: white oak flooring dotted with custom wool rugs, luxurious king-size beds framed by fluted, oversized headboards and cocoon-like clusters of textured boucle sofas and chairs in the living areas of the suites. Each guestroom has a blissfully secluded balcony or terrace overlooking the resort’s verdant, tree-studded gardens or the shimmering waters of the Arabian Gulf, while the ground-floor ‘Breaking Waves Suites’ also offer private pools set just steps away from the pristine beach. Luxury amenities include Byredo bath products and Dyson hair dryers, and daily delight comes courtesy of a charming new interpretation of Delano’s famous ‘apple a day’, with ever-changing treats presented in a beautifully crafted, apple-shaped vessel.

Delano penthouse

Designed by La Bottega Interiors and set exclusively across the seventh floor with personal elevator entrance, the five-bedroom ‘Delano Penthouse’ is unrivalled in Dubai, seamlessly blurring the lines between exquisite residential experience and ultra-luxury resort living. Upon entry, a stately corridor lined with polished stone columns leads to a series of stylish living and dining spaces – including a Bulthaup professional kitchen – that culminates in a shaded private terrace with fully-stocked bar and formal dining area. The meticulously conceived layout enables the family quarters to be kept entirely separate from the entertainment space, with guestrooms, an informal living room and spectacular second terrace and infinity pool accessible via an intimately-lit corridor. Accordingly, the guest rooms are the epitome of secluded idyll, each with uninterrupted views across the Dubai skyline or glittering sea and defined by designer interiors and Zebrano marble bathrooms complete with free-standing soaking tubs carved from a single block of stone.

Delano Dubai hotel opening: restaurant and bars

Six distinctive restaurant and bar concepts sit at the heart of Delano Dubai, cementing its position as the city’s most exhilarating new food and drink destination:

The reimagined Rose Bar is an opulent and elegant enclave that encapsulates the irrepressible wit of the much-loved Delano classic. The curated cocktail list is designed to intrigue, with drinks such as The Hanky Panky, a clever mix of gin, Fernet Branca and Rose Bar’s signature vermouth, and the New Deal where Tanqueray, basil, mezcal, passion fruit, coconut milk, and elderflower come together in a nod to the Delano namesake. Bar snacks are playful, salty and sweet, all presented with a nostalgic Americana touch. Highlights include the Lobster & Crab Brioche with celery, coriander and tobiko, and the Rose Bar Club Sandwich, served with turkey, duck ham, gruyere, avocado and Dijon mayonnaise.

The witty spirit of the menu is amplified by a backdrop of unflinching luxury, illustrated by rose-hued marble, tufted velvet banquets, and the occasional sparkle. Intimate nooks and tucked-away corners are invitations to lose track of time with friends old and new, while draped curtains create the illusion of a veil and an aura of discretion that defined the Delano Miami experience.

Blue Door Restaurant
Once the anchor of Delano Miami’s bustling dining scene, Blue Door was a lesson in understated luxury and sophistication with an aesthetic that became synonymous with South Beach style and attracted rock stars and Hollywood royalty alike. The reimagined Blue Door is a destination restaurant that will embody the convivial energy of the original in an indecently idyllic setting; sweeping down from a chic white-on-white restaurant, through a whimsical, topiary-studded garden to the sugar-soft sands of Bluewaters.

Inspired by the beauty and relaxed glamour of the Amalfi coast, Tutto Passa is a luxurious yet laid back restaurant, bringing a slice of Italian sunshine to the Middle East. Designed to host everything from casual business breakfasts to long relaxed suppers with friends, the restaurant’s all-day menu of coastal classics include dishes such as Linguine All’astice and Fregola Allo Scoglio, alongside pizzas, salads and an exquisite raw bar selection. The warm interiors emulate the golden amber hues of the Amalfi, with a subtle sense of Italian spirit coming through in the charming service and boldly-patterned tableware. An elegant private dining room with intricately illustrated wall coverings conceals a secret entrance into the Rose Bar, lending literal meaning to the restaurant’s eponymous “anything goes” motto.

Maison Revka
Maison Revka, the much-loved Paris Society restaurant concept currently located in Paris and St Tropez, will make its Dubai debut at Bluewaters Dubai this November. Maison Revka embodies the perfect blend of Slavic soul and French elegance, offering a warm, familial atmosphere with inviting lounges. The refined menu captures the region’s rich flavours, with dishes ranging from hearty smoked salmonto reimagined pavlovas, each a flavourful exploration of Slavic culinary heritage. The venue also features a pool with cabanas and a boutique filled with fine foods and elegant household items.

La Cantine Beach by RIKAS Group
La Cantine Beach offers a restaurant, bar, beach and pool on a stunning open beachfront. Building on the legacy of La Cantine at Emirates Towers, this new beach venue serves vibrant and fresh Mediterranean-inspired dishes, designed to captivate a new generation of beachgoers and diners. For guests looking to work up an appetite in style, La Cantine Sports Club offers pickle-ball, beach volleyball, and callisthenics, along with premium, custom-designed sports equipment on the dedicated gym deck.

Gohan by RIKAS Group
Drawing inspiration from rich Japanese traditions, Gohan provides an upscale Japanese dining experience in a relaxed, casual beachfront setting. Reflecting its sister brand at Emirates Towers, Gohan on the beach features both indoor and outdoor dining areas, complemented by a terrace and bar.

Located at the geographical and spiritual heart of the resort, the Delano Pool captures a fantastical sensibility, fringed by enchanted, billowing umbrellas and unexpected topiary. Delano devotees will note the sunken furniture in the shallows, as well as the social ledge that surrounds the depths and invites guests to linger, gossip and observe.

Delano wellness: innovations meet traditions

The Delano wellness studio experience has been crafted in collaboration with Adrienne Everett, renowned yoga instructor and founder of HWH Studio. A one-time resident of the original Delano, Adrienne is the architect behind the wellness programme in Dubai, blending cutting-edge health innovations with time-honoured practices to offer guests a bespoke experience that incorporates high-calibre fitness classes, personal training, and immersive holistic experiences. Two treatment suites are also available for customised beauty and massage treatments, as well as a fully equipped gym with state-of-the-art cardio equipment and free weights.

Nestled on the pristine shores of Bluewaters Dubai, a vibrant lifestyle destination by Dubai Holding offering a mix of residential, retail, hospitality and entertainment concepts, Delano is a modern, luxury escape set on 250 metres of private beachfront. Overlooking the Arabian Gulf and Dubai skyline, the hotel is only a short distance from the Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah, and Dubai International Airport is a 30-minute drive away.

About Delano Hotels

When Delano arrived on the Miami scene in 1995, it redefined the luxury resort experience, marking the inception of lifestyle hospitality. As the brand has evolved it has retained the same principles that propelled the original to icon status, and the aesthetic and ethos of each Delano is informed by discernment, discretion and refined simplicity. Opened in 2023, Maison Delano Paris marked a key evolution for the brand, transporting guests into a dreamworld of modern design, inimitable spirit, and chic sensibility in the heart of the French capital, and the story continues with the upcoming opening of Delano Dubai and Delano Miami Beach.

Delano is part of Ennismore, a creative hospitality company rooted in culture and community, with a global collective of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. Formed in 2021, Ennismore is a joint-venture with Accor, which holds a majority shareholding. ennismore.com

The Delano brand is a strategic partnership between Ennismore and Cain International, an alternative asset manager specialising in real estate investment solutions.