Melia Desert Palm Member Of Melia Collection - Dubai

5-star luxury set on a 160-acre polo estate in Dubai

Polo Estate & Grounds

Meliá Desert Palm Member of Meliá Collection sits on a vast 200 acre polo estate with championship fields and lush green grounds. Guests can watch horses training on the fields directly from their villa or join a free tour of the stables led by the hotel staff. The estate also offers themed dinner nights and happy hour at the Red Bar, which overlooks the Dubai skyline including the Burj Khalifa.

Villa Accommodations

Every villa at Desert Palm includes a private pool, an outdoor terrace, and a personal chef available on request for in-villa BBQ services. The one-bedroom villa with private pool measures spacious enough to accommodate a family, with LED TVs, surround sound, and a fully stocked luxury minibar. Housekeeping staff like Nymin and April provide daily cleaning and often leave towel animals for children, as noted in guest reviews.

Dining Experiences

Melia Desert Palm Dubai offers three on-site restaurants: Epicure for relaxed brasserie dining, RARE Wood Fire Grill for steak and game, and the alfresco Polo Bar with views of the polo fields. Destination dining is available at secret locations across the estate, each setup with a personal chef and waiter for a private meal. The hotel also serves afternoon tea and a la carte breakfast at Epicure, praised by guests for its Gulf Breakfast options.

Wellness & Fitness

The SAMĀNA Spa at Meliá Desert Palm includes a water circuit with steam room, sauna, ice room, cold pool, and a sensational shower, plus a relaxation room with heated stone beds. The Stables Fitness Centre is equipped with Technogym machines and overlooks the polo fields, providing views of lush greenery and fountains. Guests can book Thai massage suites for couples or individuals, and yoga classes are offered on-site.

Location & Activities

The hotel is a 15-minute drive from Dubai International Airport and 20 minutes from Dubai Mall and the Burj Khalifa, making it accessible while remaining secluded. Activities include polo and riding lessons (subject to booking), tennis with equipment provided, a jogging and cycling track, and horse riding across the estate. The hotel also offers a buggy service to transport guests across the property, as noted by guests like Haridas who shuttled visitors to the polo fields.

• Polo Estate: 160-acre grounds with championship fields
• Villas: Private pool in every villa with personal chef available
• Dining: 3 restaurants plus destination dining at secret locations
• Wellness: SAMĀNA Spa with water circuit and heated stone beds
• Fitness: Stables Fitness Centre with Technogym overlooking polo fields
• Activities: Polo lessons, tennis, jogging track, and horse riding
• Location: 20 minutes from Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa

License number: 608600