Best Beach Resorts

• Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
Jumeirah Beach. An excellent choice for families, the stylish Hilton features one of Dubai’s most enticing beach clubs, spas, and selections of kids’ activities. The city’s trendiest restaurant, Bice, is located here. (Phone: 4/399- 1111; www.hilton.com)

• Jumeirah Beach Hotel
Jumeirah Beach. Once you check in you’ll want to stay put, as this outstanding resort features Jumeirah’s most extensive beach club, health club, and kids’ club, as well as an unbeatable selection of restaurants, bars, and cafes. (Phone: 4/348- 0000; www.jumeirahbeachhotel.com)

• Le Méridien Mina Seyahi
Jumeirah Beach. Kids and adults alike will love this sprawling beach resort, which offers fun-filled water- and land sports, sparkling pools, landscaped gardens, and a casual selection of restaurants and bars. (Phone: 4/ 399-3333; www.lemeridien.com/ minaseyahi)

• One&Only Royal Mirage
Jumeirah Beach. This exquisite resort extends along 1km (3⁄4 mile) of beautiful beachfront and sits amid 60 acres of flowering gardens and fountain-filled waterways. If you’re looking for an ultra-refined beach vacation, stay at the Royal Mirage. (Phone: 4/ 399-9999; www.oneandonlyroyalmirage.com)

• Ritz-Carlton
Jumeirah Beach. The elegant Ritz-Carlton enjoys a privileged view of the Arabian Gulf and features luxurious guest rooms that blend classic European and Arabic design. Service is outstanding. (Phone: 4/399-4000; www.ritzcarlton.com)