What’s On profiles the best beach clubs in Dubai, including prices, watersports and more at Meydan, Dubai Marine, Riva, Club Joumana and Habtoor Grand.

DUBAI MARINE BEACH RESORT AND SPA

The beach: It’s pretty small – just 60 metres wide – but what the beach lacks, the pool area makes up for with two adult pools and one for children, plus plenty of room for numerous loungers.
Watersports: None, but use of the gym is included in your day pass along with a buffet lunch at Taverna restaurant.
Best for: This beach club rarely gets too packed, meaning it’s good for those who want to relax.
Prices: Fri Dhs225 and Dhs100 for kids; Sat Dhs200 and Dhs100 for children.

 Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah 1, Dubai, daily 8am to 7pm. Tel: (04) 3461111. Taxi: Beside Jumeirah Grand Mosque. dxbmarine.com 

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MEYDAN BEACH

The beach: If you can switch off from the JBR construction, the 100-metre beach and three swimming pools are a highlight.
Watersports: None on offer but you can play table tennis and beach volleyball.
Best for: Leave the kids with the grandparents and enjoy the adult vibe at Meydan Beach.
Prices: Fri Dhs495 (including Dhs250 food and beverage credit) and Dhs125 for children; Sat Dhs250 and Dhs125 for children.

 The Walk, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai, daily 10am to 7pm. Tel: (04) 4333777. Taxi: The Walk. meydanbeach.com

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RIVA BEACH CLUB

The beach: If you don’t fancy taking a dip around the palm, the climate-controlled pool is a must. The beach club also boasts an outdoor bar and restaurant.
Watersports: Stand up paddleboarding and kayaking is available.
Best for? We spotted a lot of young families, probably due to how friendly the staff are towards children.
Prices: Fri and Sat Dhs175 and Dhs85 for children.

Building 8, Shoreline Apartments, The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, daily 7am to 7pm. Tel: (04) 4309466. Taxi: The Palm Jumeirah. riva-beach.com 

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CLUB JOUMANA

The beach: An impressive 800-metre-long stretch of private beach, complete with a large beach club with facilities including sauna and Jacuzzi.
Watersports: Everything and anything from kite surfing to kayaking is available with varying prices.
Best for: Clubs are available to keep children entertained while the parents chill out, meaning this beach club is perfect for families.
Prices: Fri and Sat Dhs325 and Dhs160 for children.

Jebel Ali Golf Resort, Jebel Ali, Dubai, daily 9am to 6pm. Tel: (04) 8145555. Taxi: Near Jebel Ali Shooting Club. jaresortshotels.com

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THE HABTOOR GRAND BEACH RESORT AND SPA

The beach: The selling point of this beach club is the three swimming pools, including an infinity pool at Horizon Lounge. There’s also a beach volleyball court if you are feeling energetic.
Watersports: Plenty on offer, including banana boating, kneeboarding and parasailing.
Best for: While kids are welcome at the other pools, Horizon Lounge is strictly adults only and attracts a livelier crowd, making it a good place for those in the mood to party.
Prices: Fri and Sat Dhs250 and Dhs125 for children.

Al Sufouh Road, Dubai Marina, Dubai, daily 8.30am to 7.30pm. Tel: (04) 3995000. Metro: Dubai Marina. habtoorhotels.com 

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