New Year’s Eve in Dubai has a buzz about it like no other. With the spectacular fireworks and events, the city is ablaze with glitz, glam and the cries of ‘HAPPY NEW YEAR!!”.
Pretty much every bar, restaurant and house are throwing their own shindig and with the sheer amount of choice involved, it can be pretty confusing working out where to go and where to stay when ticking ‘Dubai at New Year’ off your bucket list.
New Year’s Eve can get quite pricey too but this is where we love to brag and tell you, we’ve got amazing offers for all your New Year plans up our sleeve. Are you ready? Here we go…
Where’s the party?
Belgian Beer Cafe: New Year’s Eve Rooftop Party
Estimated Savings: AED499
Location: Grand Millenium Hotel, Barsha Heights
Our Opinion: The garden terrace at the Belgian Beer Cafe will have great views and a cosy party atmosphere. If you want something laid back that isn’t going to break the bank then this is definitely the place for you with a chill vibe and great food.
NARA Pan Asia: New Year’s Eve Brunch
Estimated Savings: AED499
Location: Cluster A, Jumeirah Lake Towers
Our Opinion: This place is party central on any normal brunch so we are sure NARA will be rocking on New Year’s Eve. The venue is small and feels very club-like. The bar staff make excellent espresso martinis and we can guarantee you will have a fantastic night dancing and welcoming the New Year here.
Rose & Crown: New Year’s Day Brunch
Estimated Savings: AED150
Location: The Atrium Al Habtoor City
Our Opinion: With a typical British pub vibe, we love how laid-back the Rose & Crown is. You will almost expect snow to be falling outside if you looked outside the window here. We expect a hearty atmosphere, good company and a no-fuss attitude to New Year. It’s the perfect spot to come and wind-down and sip your hair of the dog while recovering after the crazy antics from the night before.
Feast: New Year’s Day Detox Lunch
Estimated Savings: AED199
Location: Grand Millenium Hotel, Barsha Heights
Our Opinion: This one is for the families. Feast has a wonderful spread and they’re kicking off the New Year the way we all plan to – on a healthy note! Head here on Jan 1st for some good grub and start 2020 as you mean to go on!
Wild Card
Roxy Cinemas: Platinum Plus Experience
Estimated Savings: AED225
Location: Multiple Locations
Our Opinion: Perhaps New Year’s Eve parties are really your thing but you still want to visit Dubai and see some pretty fireworks…but from afar. If that’s more your style then why don’t you step outside the box and treat yourself to a fancy night at the cinema? We know. it sounds weird…but think about it. It’s dark, your cosy and you have a bell to order food whenever you like. Time it right and you can leave the cinema just before midnight and catch any of the many fireworks bursting in the distance. Sounds great to us!
Where to stay
Fairmont the Palm: 2-for-1 Room Night
Estimated Savings: Enquire for prices
Location: The Palm Jumeirah
Our Opinion: We truly love this hotel. The location is perfect, the staff are amazing and the facilities…well they speak for themselves. You can get to just about anywhere from this hotel is 30mins or less and it’s a great base for any Dubai stay. Ring in the New Year at one of the best hotels in Dubai and make it a holiday to remember.
Media One Hotel: 2-for-1 Room Night
Estimated Savings: Enquire for prices
Location: Media City
Our Opinion: Media One is on a slightly different wavelength to traditional hotels. If you’re one for partying and funky decor then Media One will definitely be up your street! There are several great bars in the hotel and again, it is so conveniently located, it’s hard to beat. Depending on your room, you will also have fantastic views of the Palm and the coastline to watch all the fireworks!
