Soak up the sun – and epic skyline views – from these incredible rooftop pools…

In Dubai, we love nothing better than a luxe pool day at a top hotel, and there are so many to choose from across the city. But if it’s your ‘gram game you’re looking to top up as well as your tan, we’ve rounded up a selection of incredible rooftop pools in Dubai that are sure to tick every box.

Aura Skypool

While not strictly on the rooftop, Aura Skypool is very high up – 50 floors to be exact. The rooftop is actually taken up by The View at The Palm, so Aura cleverly designed a wraparound concept, making it a 360-degree infinity pool with panoramic views across the entire city. Bookings can be made for the morning, afternoon, or full day, with prices from Dhs200. There’s also evening brunches, sunset swims, sunrise wellness classes, and deals to enjoy in the lounge. So there’s always a reason to go.

Aura Skypool, Palm Tower, Palm Jumeirah, 6am to 7pm Sun, Mon and Thurs, 10am to 11pm Tues, 10am to 9pm Weds, 7am to 11pm Thurs and Fri, from Dhs200. Tel: (0)4 566 2121. auraskypool.com

Cloud 22, Atlantis The Royal

One of the most show-stopping stars of the culinary and leisure offering at Atlantis The Royal is Cloud 22. This dazzling pool deck connects the two towers of this skyscraping, ultra-luxury resort with a shimmering infinity pool flanked by luxe, air-conditioned cabanas complete with plunge pools, and even day beds positioned overwater. You can book just morning, afternoon (sunset) or full day experiences, as well as the recently introduced moonlight sessions on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. So if you’re planning to book for just the morning (10am to 2pm), you’ll pay Dhs295 for a sun lounger on Monday through to Thursday. The afternoon session, from 2pm to 8pm Mon to Weds and 2pm to 6pm on Thursday, is priced at Dhs370. The full day pass, combining both of those slots, is Dhs470 Monday to Thursday. On weekends, classed as Friday to Sunday, the 10am to 2pm morning slot for entry and a sun lounger is now Dhs495, while the afternoon session (2pm to 6pm Friday and Saturday and 2pm to 8pm on Sunday) is priced at Dhs570. For the full day, which combines the two slots, you’ll pay Dhs670.

Cloud 22, Atlantis The Royal, Palm Jumeirah, daily 10am to 8pm Sun to Weds, 10am to 6pm and 7pm to 11pm Thurs to Sat, from Dhs295. Tel: (0)4 426 2700. @cloud22dubai

High Society, The Lana

Looking for a luxurious pool day with stunning views? Book in for a daycation at High Society, the rooftop pool at The Lana. Until August 31, you can enjoy a fully redeemable pool day for Dhs750, all of which you get back to spend on acclaimed chef Jean Imbert’s fabulous Mediterranean menu. With the UAE’s largest champagne selection, stunning views over Burj Khalifa, and an energetic vibe, this is an unmissable experience. You’ll need to book and pay in advance, as there’s limited availability. Children over 12 are welcome for Dhs500, fully redeemable.

High Society by Jean Imbert, The Lana by Dorchester Collection Business Bay, daily 10am to 6.30pm, Dhs750 fully redeemable. dorchestercollection.com

Look Up, La Ville Hotel & Suites, City Walk

Perched atop boutique hotel La Ville is Look Up, a rooftop bar and pool that overlooks the Burj Khalifa and Jumeirah surrounds. While it may be small, it makes for a peaceful paddle or some quiet relaxation on the handful of loungers that are smattered around. Be sure to stick around for sundowners or shisha at the sleek poolside bar. It’s Dhs100, fully redeemable.

La Ville Hotel & Suites City Walk Dubai, Dubai, 7am to 10pm daily, Dhs100 fully redeemable. Tel: (0)4 403 3111. livelaville.com

NH Collection Dubai The Palm

Linking the two towers that form NH Collection Dubai The Palm at the top of Palm West Beach is a rooftop infinity pool, View 180, that measures 50 metres long. If you’re looking to get your lengths in, this is the place to come for an early morning dip. But there’s also loungers on the deck for guests to enjoy a day of dipping between the temperature-controlled water and their lounger. While the pool has been open only to those checking-in until now, but this summer they’re inviting non hotel guests to enjoy fully redeemable pool days, priced at Dhs150 for a single sun lounger, or Dhs400 for a cabana for two.

NH Collection Dubai The Palm, Palm West Beach, The Palm, 7am to sunset daily, Dhs150 fully redeemable. Tel: (0)4 549 7777. world.nh-hotels.com/en/nh-collection-dubai-the-palm

Paros

Soak up the chic Mediterranean vibes and jaw-dropping Dubai skyline views from Paros, the lofty rooftop pool, bar and eatery on the 46th floor of the Taj Jumeirah Lake Towers. Settle in for sunsets sips and a tasty Greek menu. The pool access runs from 12pm to 5pm and is priced at Dhs75 for one person, or Dhs120 for two, which is fully redeemable on food and drink.

Paros, 46th Floor, Taj Jumeirah Lake Towers, pool 12pm to 5pm daily, from Dhs75. Tel: (0)4 574 1111. @paros.dubai

Privilege, SLS Dubai

One of the highest swimming pools in the city, there’s two rooftop pools at SLS Dubai’s adults-only Privilege. Both are small, so it’s more for soaking up the music and vibes rather than getting your lengths in, but from the city-facing pool, you’ll enjoy some incredible city vistas. Through the summer, you’ll pay Dhs250 for entry, which is fully redeemable on food and drink from the pool menu.

Privilege, SLS Dubai, Marasi Drive, Business Bay, daily 9am to 6pm, Dhs250 fully redeemable. Tel: (0)4 607 0737. sls.com/dubai

Tapasake, One&Only One Za’abeel

Part of the dazzling leisure and dining array at One&Only One Za’abeel, Tapasake is a pool experience offering show-stopping city vistas, a vibrant menu of Nikkei flavours, and – the jewel in its crown – the UAE’s longest infinity pool. Set across the top of The Link, a cantilever of exciting culinary and nightlife experiences, Tapasake is Dubai’s most luxurious new pool day. Pool days at Tapasake will set you back Dhs250 per person during weekdays and Dhs300 on weekends, while the infinity beds can be reserved at Dhs900 for up to 2 guests, and include a bottle of Rose.

Tapasake, One&Only One Za’abeel, pool 10am to 9pm, restaurant 12pm to 4pm and 6pm to 11pm, from Dhs250. @tapasakedubai

Tasca

Mandarin Oriental Jumiera, Dubai boasts a gorgeous infinity pool at its chic sixth floor restaurant, Tasca. There are only a handful of plush sun loungers dotting the swimming pool, so it’s first come, first serve through the summer. You’ll get to graze on a poolside menu of signature Portuguese flavours, while soaking up the sun. It’s Dhs300, fully redeemable until September 15.

Tasca, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Road, 9am to sunset daily, from Dhs300. Tel: (0)4 777 2231. mandarinoriental.com

Zeta Seventy Seven

This world record-breaking rooftop pool has some of the best views of Dubai from its 77th floor perch atop Address Beach Resort. The chic spot is reserved mostly for hotel guests, so if you’re not checking-in, you’ll need to book a cabana, which start from Dhs1,777 for four guests this summer. Not keen to splash out on a pool day? Book a table in the restaurant and enjoy the same stunning views while grazing on a menu of crowd-pleasing Asian fusion dishes.

Zeta Seventy Seven, Address Beach Resort, JBR, pool 9am to sunset daily, Dhs1,777 for cabanas. Tel: (0)4 879 8866. addresshotels.com

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CE LA VI, Address Sky View

Joining the two towers of Address Sky View hotel and residences in Downtown Dubai, this incredible infinity pool serves up some of the city’s best vistas. You can kick back with drinks, snacks or shisha on the Pool Deck, or enjoy a day of dipping by the poolside while enjoying the incredible skyline views, then head to the restaurant for a modern Asian meal.

CE LA VI, Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai, pool from 9am to sunset, pool deck 10am to 2am. Tel: (0)4 582 6111. celavi.com