Meliá Desert Palm - Member of Meliá Collection

The hotel was not at all the reflection of the photos, which suggest a chic, bucolic escape away from the city. The pool, too, does not correspond to the pictures: there are tables and chairs for dining placed right next to it, so guests constantly walk past the pool. It is not particularly pleasant to be dining at the Epicure restaurant while having a view of someone in a swimsuit checking themselves in the window. The pool itself is rectangular and narrow, meaning everyone is lined up along the sides, which makes it far from relaxing. The hotel is not family-friendly and is very impractical to access. While the room was indeed spacious, there are very few rooms overall. The reception was far from welcoming—cold, condescending, and robotic, as if assuming all guests were either extremely wealthy or impersonal. Breakfast is à la carte and of good quality, but not very convenient since there are no pictures to help guide choices, which makes avoiding waste difficult. On a positive note, the housekeeping staff were excellent. However, the palm trees and greenery looked tired and poorly maintained. The facilities in general, including the gym, felt outdated and in need of renovation. Technical issues were also frustrating: although eventually fixed after two days, the television, the remote-controlled blinds, and the complicated light system made evenings in the room stressful rather than relaxing.

Great experience for a full wellness retreat. Team and service are amazing, food definitely in adequation with the wellness experience. SPA is amazing. Fantastic Atmosphere. Thanks to Ahmad, David, the epicure team, and the room cleaner for making this journey memorable. We will definitely come back 😊

We had an amazing experience at the Melia Hotel Dubai. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and always ready to help with a smile. The breakfast was delicious with a great variety of fresh options every morning – definitely a highlight of our stay! The rooms were beautifully designed, spacious, and clean. We especially loved the unique touch of having a bathtub right in the room – such a relaxing way to unwind after a day in the city. Highly recommended – we would definitely come back!

It was a nice staycation for us . The rooms were great and the guest service manager was very helpful at every stage to make our stay comfortable and memorable. David gave us a nice tour around the polo club and the large stables with lots of of explanation. The food in Epicure was good with great service although the steak at The grill was below expectations. Overall a great experience .

We had an amazing stay at Meliá Desert Palm! Everything exceeded our expectations, from the beautiful rooms to the outstanding service and perfect location. The Layali Villa was luxurious, stunning, and incredibly cozy – it truly felt like a private paradise. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making our holiday truly unforgettable. We loved the peaceful atmosphere and stunning surroundings. Can’t wait to come back again!