Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai
Sea Views and a Kids' Club Near Dubai Mall
About this hotel
Families who base themselves here for a slides-packed break will appreciate the sophisticated comfort after a day of aquatic thrills. While not directly on a water park, this 5-star hotel provides a serene retreat in the city centre. The rooftop swimming pool offers a refreshing dip with panoramic views, perfect for unwinding. Younger children can enjoy the dedicated kids' club, ensuring they are entertained while parents might opt for a spa treatment. Teens and tweens will find the modern rooms with free WiFi and diverse dining options appealing. The family-friendly restaurant serves a variety of international cuisines, making meal times easy for all ages. This hotel offers a luxurious and convenient hub for a Dubai family adventure.
- Suites familiales élégantes
- Piscine sur le toit
- Club enfants
- Spa et centre de fitness
Our take
A rooftop swimming pool, a kids' club, a spa and elegant family suites give Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai a polished city base, backed by a 9.4 rating from 184 reviews. Dining options cater to families, which helps on evenings after a long day out. Wild Wadi sits on the coast rather than in Downtown, so I would book it for a city-focused trip and plan the water park as a separate outing.
- ✓Book your family suite well in advance, especially during school holidays, to secure the best views and room configurations for your tribe.
- ✓Plan your water park visits ahead of time, checking opening hours and transport options from this city-centre location.
- ✓Utilise the kids' club for younger children, allowing adults some time to enjoy the spa or fitness centre after a busy day.
Why we love it
- Elegant family suites for comfortable stays
- Rooftop swimming pool with city views
- Dedicated kids' club for younger guests
- Luxury spa and wellness facilities
Why guests love itDowntown Dubai put us close to the Dubai Mall fountain shows, which mattered on the one evening the kids were too sunburnt from Wild Wadi to do much else. The kids' club at Mandarin Oriental gave us a proper two hours to ourselves by the rooftop pool, sea views included, and the family suite had enough separation that bedtime for the kids didn't mean bedtime for us. The drive to Wild Wadi ran fifteen to twenty minutes, predictable after the first morning.