Our guide to pool and beach days in Dubai
A day pass gets you into a hotel pool or beach club for the day without booking a room. It is one of the best ways to spend a weekend in Dubai from October to May, and many residents use them all year in the shade of a cabana. This page lists the dated pool parties, beach club days and pass deals from our calendar.
Day passes and pool parties
Day passes are usually sold per person for weekdays and weekends, and often come with a food and drink credit you spend at the pool bar. Pool parties are different: they are ticketed events with a DJ, often in the afternoon, and sometimes include a brunch package or ladies day offer.
Where to go
The main clusters are Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach Residence and Bluewaters, Dubai Marina and the Jumeirah beach hotels. In Abu Dhabi, look at Saadiyat Island and Yas Island. For year-round attractions such as water parks, see Attractions.
Pool and beach etiquette
Swimwear is fine at the pool and on the beach, but cover up in lobbies, restaurants and when you leave. Outside food and drink are not allowed at most hotels, and many beach clubs have a minimum spend for daybeds and cabanas.
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