JA Palm Tree Court

Dubai, Jebel Ali

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Spa Optional All Inclusive Child Friendly Family Friendly

  • An award-winning beachfront hotel in the Jebel Ali resort on the Arabian Gulf 
  • Facilities include four pools, a private beach, spa and sports facilities 
  • Enjoy family friendly breaks with world class Kids’ Clubs 
  • Choose from 15 restaurants and bars serving food from around the world 

JA Palm Tree Court is set in the renowned Jebel Ali resort zone in Dubai, the biggest manmade harbour in the world. The area is famous for its chic restaurants and designer shopping mall, as well as its pristine sandy beach with an array of exciting water sports. Guests can also take a complimentary daily shuttle bus into the centre of Dubai or visit the Arabian Desert.

The resort has 212 suites that lie just steps from the 800 metre stretch of private beach on the Gulf shore. Suites are suitable for families and set in tropical gardens, boasting terraces and floor to ceiling windows. Children will love the CoolZone Kids’ Clubs and four pools, while adults can relax in the two storey spa, which offers a range of over 40 treatments.

The 128 acre Jebel Ali resort has 15 restaurants and bars, featuring cuisine from around the world, as well as daily entertainment such as live shows and bands. Enjoy the sports facilities, which range from windsurfing and kayaking to tennis and volleyball.

A range of hotel child prices apply to ages 2–11 and 12–15 years.

Facilities

Bars & Restaurants

White Orchid Restaurant

The White Orchid Restaurant features a mix of Chinese, Japanese and Thai dishes. There’s a Teppanyaki table where you can watch chefs prepare fresh meat and seafood dishes. Next to the restaurant you’ll find the White Orchid Lounge, which serves an impressive range of cocktails and has live music. 

Open: 18:30 – 23:00, except on Mondays. Teppanyaki table reservations are available at 19:00 and 21:30. The lounge is open from 08:00 – 02:00. 

The dress code at White Orchid is smart casual.

The Anchor

This restaurant has a large deck by the beach with views of the Arabian Gulf and is an ideal sunset spot. Dine on sandwiches, salads and mezze platters at The Anchor, which has a relaxed ambience and range of cocktails and soft drinks.

Open: 09:00 – 18:00 and 12:00 – 17:30. Alcohol is served from 11:00 onwards. 

The Anchor has a casual dress code.

Captain's

Captain’s is a relaxed beach bar that serves drinks, daytime light bites like salads and pizzas and a Shisha service. Dine al fresco by the beach while you listen to the waves. 

Open: 09:00 – 23:00. Lunch is served from 12:00 – 17:00, the Shisha Service is available from 15:00 – 23:00. 

There’s a casual dress code at Captain’s, which is available for all-inclusive guests.

IBN Majed Restaurant

This restaurant is set by one of the pools and serves a robust breakfast buffet. There are themed dinner buffets featuring food from the Atlantic, Middle East, Mediterranean and China, cooked with fresh, quality ingredients. 

Open: 06:00 – 11:00 and 18:00 – 23:00.

There’s a casual dress code after 18:00, with no beachwear, sleeveless shirts and see-through clothes permitted. All-inclusive guests can dine at IBN Majed Restaurant.

Sports Cafe

Dine with views of the marina at this laid back sports café which serves fusion dishes. The Sports Café is located at the Club Joumana and has an outdoor terrace. Watch major sporting events on the large TV screens.  

Open: 06:30 – 23:00.

There’s a casual dress code at the Sports Café, which is open to all-inclusive guests.

Bars

JA Palm Tree Court Hotel features a variety of bars, including an infinity pool bar and a beach bar.

For Families

Crèche

JA Palm Tree Court won the Middle East’s Leading Family Resort at the World Travel Awards. The hotel has a crèche for babies with a fun timetable of activities like sensory play, games and arts and crafts. The crèche adheres to strict UK regulation staff to child ratios. 

Ages: 4 months - under 4 years.

Open: 10:00 – 13:00 and 15:00 – 18:00.

Reservations at the crèche are essential.

CoolZone

Children will love the CoolZone, which provides a packed timetable of play, activities and sports. The morning session includes lunch and a movie. Staff are trained to UK childcare standards and fruit and drinks are provided. 

Ages: 4 – 12 years.

Open: 10:00 – 18:00.

Reservations required.

ChillZone

Teens can hang out at the ChillZone, which offers a range of sports, activities and entertainment to keep your youngsters busy. 

Ages: 13 – 17 years.

Open: 11:00 – 20:00 Wednesday to Saturday.

Spa & Wellness

Spa

The stylish spa at JA Palm Tree Court has 10 treatment rooms, as well as a traditional hammam, relaxation room and boutique. Choose from a menu of Eastern and Western therapies, including rejuvenating massages and facials. Afterwards, spend some time decompressing in the steam room, Jacuzzi and sauna. The spa is set in gardens with ocean views. Stop by the neighbouring hair and beauty salon to complete your pampering session. 

Open: 09:00 – 21:00.

Children under 13 are not permitted in the spa and teenage guests must be accompanied by an adult.

Fitness Centre

Stay fit on your holiday at the resort’s state of the art gym. There’s a range of exercise equipment on offer, including cardio and weight machines. Personal trainers are on hand if you need them. The fitness centre is located by the beachfront with excellent sea views. 

Open: 06:00 – 22:00.

Guests must be 16 and over to use the gym.

Activities & Entertainment

Water Park

Guests can enjoy JA Wibit Water Park for free. It features a floating aqua park with infinity loops, inflatables, obstacle courses, slides, jumps and climbing routes.
 

As long as you can swim and are at least 1.1 meters tall, adults and children over 6 years are welcome.

Daytime Activities

JA Palm Tree Court has a wide range of activities and facilities to offer. Some of the facilities include horse riding stables, beach volleyball, football pitches and a challenging 18 hole mini golf course. Local charges may apply.

Guests can enjoy four floodlit tennis courts, squash courts and badminton courts.

Golf

Golfers will love the nearby nine-hole, 36 par championship golf course which has hosted famous players such as Tiger Woods during the build-up to the Dubai Desert Classic.

Watersports

Head to the beach for water sports, including wind surfing, dinghy sailing, kitesurfing and diving. Accredited instructors are available for lessons.

JA Shooting Club

The JA Shooting Range, situated 1.5km from the resort, features a number of shooting styles, including Clay Shooting, Olympic trap and Olympic Skeet. 

Guests must bring a passport for registration and must be 13 years and above for the clay pigeon shooting.

About the location

JA Palm Tree Court can be found in Jebel Ali, a relaxed area of Dubai. It’s set along the coastline, on a golden sandy beach which overlooks the crystal clear waters of the Arabian Gulf. Spend your day relaxing on the beach as you order drinks straight to your lounger, or head out for some excursions. Dubai’s desert takes you back to its history and traditions, with 4x4 tours of the dunes, as well as a candlelit dinner in a traditional tent. 

For shopping, aquariums, theme parks and even an indoor ski slope and ice skating rink, take the short, 30 minute journey into Dubai’s city centre

Transfer time

JA Palm Tree Court is a 45 minute drive from Dubai airport.
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Garden View Junior Suite

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Garden View Junior Suites measure approximately 54m² and feature a private balcony overlooking the lush gardens with easy access to the walkways that connect to the beach. The balcony features two sun chairs, a table and parasol. All junior suites and suites are equipped with satellite LCD TV, Playstation™3, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, direct dial phone and safe.

54m²

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Beachfront Junior Suite

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Beachfront Junior Suites measure approximately 54m² and overlook the Arabian Gulf. The suites feature a private balcony that provides direct access to the beach and lush gardens. The balcony features two sun chairs, a table and parasol.

54m²

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Sea View One Bedroom Suite

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Sea View One Bedroom Suites measure approximately 120m² and feature a private balcony or terrace with a view of the Arabian Gulf. Set in the lush gardens these suites benefit from special privileges, including complimentary DVD rental, international newspaper, tea, coffee, soft drinks, cold sandwiches, cocktails and canapés in the Signature Lounge, complimentary in-room 'Signature Bath Experience' per adult per stay and complimentary butler service.

109m²

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Palm Tree Court Suite

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Palm Tree Court Suites measure approximately 110m² and consist of a bedroom with king size bed and Jacuzzi®, large living room with a dining table, LCD TV, Playstation™3 and a sofa which can be converted into two twin beds, suitable for children under 16 years. The suites also feature two bathrooms with a bath and shower and a terrace or private balcony with beautiful views over the gardens or Arabian Gulf. Each suite benefits from complimentary wireless internet, safe and tea and coffee making facilities.

110m²

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Royal Jasmine Junior Suite

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Royal Jasmine Junior Suites measure approximately 54m² and feature a private balcony or terrace with a view of the Arabian Gulf. Set in the lush gardens, these suites benefit from special privileges, including complimentary DVD rental, international newspaper, tea, coffee, soft drinks, cold sandwiches, cocktails and canapés in the Signature Lounge, complimentary in-room 'Signature Bath Experience' per adult per stay and complimentary butler service.

54m²

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Residence Beachfront Junior Suite

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Residence Beachfront Junior Suites measure approximately 54m² and feature a sitting area and a private balcony with outdoor furniture. The Residence consists of spacious suites that benefit from direct sea views and a large balcony or terrace. Suites have a king-size bed, minibar, Nespresso machine, safe, air conditioning, direct dial phone, satellite TV, Playstation™ 3, iPod docking station, DVD player, complimentary wifi and bathroom with a large bathtub, walk-in shower and bathrobes and slippers. In addition to all other benefits, guests staying in The Residence also receive a private butler service, access to the Signature lounge with refreshments throughout the day, Laundry service, unlimited mini golf, a welcome gift and more.

54m²

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Residence 1 Bedroom Suite

Max 3 adults, 1 child

Residence 1 Bedroom Suites measure approximately 110m² and feature an additional en-suite bathroom and a separate living room with a dining table and seating area. The Residence consists of spacious suites that benefit from direct sea views and a large balcony or terrace. Suites have a king-size bed, minibar, Nespresso machine, safe, air conditioning, direct dial phone, satellite TV, Playstation™ 3, iPod docking station, DVD player, complimentary wifi and bathroom with a large bathtub, walk-in shower and bathrobes and slippers. In addition to all other benefits, guests staying in The Residence also receive a private butler service, access to the Signature lounge with refreshments throughout the day, Laundry service, unlimited mini golf, a welcome gift and more.

100m²

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Residence 2 Bedroom Suite

Max 4 adults, 2 children

Residence 2 Bedroom Suites measure approximately 175m² and consist of two en-suite bedrooms, one with king-size and one with king or twin beds, separate living room with a dining table and seating area and a large outdoor terrace. The Residence consists of spacious suites that benefit from direct sea views and a large balcony or terrace. Suites have a king-size bed, minibar, Nespresso machine, safe, air conditioning, direct dial phone, satellite TV, Playstation™ 3, iPod docking station, DVD player, complimentary wifi and bathroom with a large bathtub, walk-in shower and bathrobes and slippers. In addition to all other benefits, guests staying in The Residence also receive a private butler service, access to the Signature lounge with refreshments throughout the day, laundry service, unlimited mini golf, a welcome gift and more.

175m²

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Pretty breakfast

elie y,

Tripadvisor review Nov 22 2024
We came for a breakfast and the area is very nice with a good view, also the staff is very nice and food is very good. Also of you stay at the hotel its one or best resorts in dubai, we have many...
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Happy 84th Birthday Trip to Me.

Edward L,

Tripadvisor review Nov 21 2024
This was the first trip to Dubai for my wife and myself. The Service was Superb. The Hospitality Amazing and the Housekeeping staff were Perfect. Overall, we had a very pleasant experience. Albert...
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