Best hotels for a destination wedding in UAE
Whether you desire an elegant ballroom or a casual beach wedding, Varsha Jayaprasad curates a list of stunning properties where it’s all possible
Timeless Weddings at the Taj
Whether you fancy a sunset affair with a walk down a sandy aisle, an old-world ceremony with horse drawn carriages or a glamorous Hollywood style shindig, everything is more perfect with Timeless Weddings at the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, Dubai. Elegance, sophistication, legendary hospitality and a sensorial journey awaits at the Taj. Celebrate your magical union where the blue skies meet the ocean. Exclusively private or boisterously lavish, a wedding here offers an infinite array of exotic moments. From breathtaking views of The Palm to the thrill of a starry night, the Taj has outstanding venues for all kinds of celebrations – be it grand lunches to cocktail receptions or twilight dinners. For those wanting to groove the night away, this distinctive island oasis offers endless possibilities of merrymaking.
Weddings at the Taj are inspired experiences that make for the dreamiest prelude to a beautiful new chapter in a couple’s life. Begin your happily ever after at the 500-sqm four-bedroom Presidential Suite Sea View, a sprawling residence designed for privacy and exclusivity with a lofty, mesmerizing views of the Arabian Sea and outstanding butler service. Newlyweds can also opt for a magnificent experience within the 165-sqm Exotica Suite Sea View, which boasts of an open jacuzzi and unique décor. For inquiries, call 04 275 4444 or visit tajhotels.com.
Go splendid at Swissotel
Host a dream wedding at Swissotel Al Ghurair, conveniently located where the rich history of Dubai meets the sparkle of this cosmopolitan city. The icing on the cake: win a chance to travel to the magical Istanbul to explore the rich crossroads of Asia and Europe at the stunning Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul.
A five-star luxury hotel in the heart of Dubai, Swissotel Al Ghurair has a team of dedicated event specialists who will meticulously plan every detail of the wedding day. Just 10-minutes away from the international airport, and well-connected to most tourist destinations, it is a perfect destination.
Choose from the rustic outdoor settings of the pool deck or the grandeur of the Al Khor ballroom offering seating for up to 300 guests. A personalised wedding setup including a red carpet welcome for guests, while the celebrations come to life with in-build audio-visual setup and a dance floor. The chefs offer a multi-cuisine three-course menu with soft beverages, and a welcome drink for each guest. Guests can avail a complimentary self-parking facility as well as exclusive room rates to stay the night.
To make the couple’s experience more special, the hotel offers a complimentary wedding cake and hosts them on their wedding night to wake up to a delicious breakfast served in the privacy of their room followed by a relaxing couple’s massage in the award-winning Swissotel Spa.
From Dh150 per guest booked before August 31, 2022 for a minimum of 100 guests.
For more information or bookings, call 04 293 3281, email banquet.alghurair@swissotel.com, or visit swissotel-dubai-alghurair.com.
Weddings by the water
Ensure a magical experience on your wedding day by the glittering waters of the Gulf of Oman on one side and the majestic Hajar Mountains on the other. InterContinental Fujairah Resort will grant you the wedding of your dreams with the private stretch of the stunning Al Aqah beach and more. With the summer offer, benefits from Sunday to Thursday include preferential rates starting from Dh500 net per room with breakfast. Additional benefits include a complimentary wedding cake, 60-minute spa treatment for the couple at the O Spa by L’Occitane, one round of menu tasting for up to six guests, suite upgrade for the bride, groom and parents, exclusive check-in experience, 20 per cent savings on laundry, spa treatments and in-room dining, private beach and multiple venues for events. For more details, visit ihg.com.
Nuptial Festivities at Festival city
Make your dreams come true at InterContinental Festival City. Whether it be an Arabian wedding, an Indian celebration of tying the knot or an international style marriage ceremony, InterContinental Festival City has you covered. With a stunning ballroom and a beautiful waterfront setting, the hotel allows for a spectacular celebration of love worth remembering for a lifetime. Wedding packages start at Dh200 per person with a customized buffet menu crafted to your liking, free-flowing non-alcoholic beverages, mocktails and canapés to welcome your guests, an elegant 5-tiered display wedding cake, complimentary use of dance floor, complimentary use of LCD projector and screen, lighting effects to match the theme, an elegant dinner table set up and complimentary valet parking. The bride and groom will receive the following benefits: “Your Honeymoon on Us” a two-night stay at the InterContinental Maldives (minimum booking of 200 guests), a complimentary stay in a one-bedroom Panoramic Suite on the wedding night and a complimentary one-hour couple’s massage at the SPA InterContinental. For more details, visit dubaifestivalcityhotels.com.
Matrimony at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
With luxurious accommodation and an incredible choice of cuisines from around the world, the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai is a wedding venue that takes romance to new heights. Whether it’s an intimate gathering for a select few, or a grand celebration for 1,000 guests or more, intuitive service, personal touches and culinary flair will take your wedding celebrations to a whole new level. An enchanting pool deck with its outdoor terrace overlooking the majestic Burj Khalifa or the stunning Dubai Ballroom provides the perfect backdrop for your wedding. Finding inspiration in this diversity, over 200 Chefs from around the world will tailor a bespoke wedding menu to your taste. From authentic Arabic inspired menus to individually prepared international delicacies, let the chefs of JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai inspire your guests with a taste of perfection. For more details, visit marriott.com.
The Palace calls
Fulfil your fairytale wedding at Al Habtoor City Hotel; located in the heart of Dubai, it offers a wide variety of outdoor and indoor venues for every kind of celebration. Experience a charming Haldi function with the option of late breakfast or high tea at one of the urban poolside venues: Firefly at Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City and V Deck at V Hotel Dubai Habtoor Palace Dubai Garden, inspired by Versailles, offers an unrivaled backdrop for the most exceptional Mehndi. Celebrate your Sangeet at The Amazing Room, an eye-catching ballroom with a dome-shaped ceiling. Bring in the lavish Barat through the extravagant entrance at the hotel. Place your Mandap in the breath-taking ballroom palatial revel in luxury during your special day. At Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection, your event can be as lavish as your heart’s desire or an intimate ceremony for your closest friends and family. The three ballrooms offer different capacities ranging from 100 to 600 guests, ideal for any wedding reception. Packages start at Dh350. For more details, visit hilton.com.
Outdoor festivities
Turn your special occasion into the world’s best event at luxury Ajman Hotel. Wherever you look to host a picture-perfect wedding, there’s nowhere else in the world than Ajman Hotel Wedding Hall and facilities that you can depend on, day and night, to make things happen just the way you imagine. Revel in a Ballroom or frolic in the beautiful outdoors, plan your perfect day with Ajman Hotel. The hotel offers a large seafront and resort lawns event space to elevate your celebrations to perfection. The hotel is known to be the ideal location for breathtaking wedding ceremonies, reception or any other private gatherings. Have your wedding as the sun sets and the scenic backdrop at Ajman Hotel provides for a set of unforgettable memories. For more details visit hotelajman.com.
Marry on the dunes
Get married in traditional Bedouin fashion at the traditional Bedouin encampment set within a 25sq-kilometre desert conservation reserve. In the tranquility of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, the Al Maha Luxury Collection Desert Resort and Spa is an inspired choice for your wedding celebration. The exclusivity, the privacy and the tranquility make Al Maha synonym of a once-in-a-lifetime Honeymoon experience as well where newlyweds will indulge in some of the finest things in life throughout their stay. Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort and Spa, Dubai is a private, guest-only oasis nestled among the lush palm groves, emerald canopies and iconic sand dunes of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Wed amongst the dunes and within the privacy and tranquility of your choosing. For more details, visit marriott.com.