Delano Dubai

What Delano Dubai does

Delano Dubai is a luxury beachfront resort located on Bluewaters Island in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operated under the Delano Hotels brand by Ennismore Holdings Limited, a UK-registered private limited company. The property features 250 meters of private beachfront, a 518 sqm temperature-controlled main pool, and accommodations ranging from standard rooms to the 875 sqm Delano Penthouse, including multiple suite categories with sea views, private terraces, and butler service. On-site amenities include seven distinct dining and bar venues covering Italian, Modern Turkish, Japanese, Mediterranean, and Slavic cuisines, the Club Tropicool kids club, a 24-hour fitness center, HWH Studio wellness classes, and an adjacent Banyan Tree Spa; watersports are provided through a partnership with Hydro Sport.

The property's underlying technology stack combines premium in-room hardware (Bang & Olufsen sound systems, Nespresso/Lavazza coffee machines, Dyson hair dryers) with operational sustainability infrastructure including a Nordaq water purification system that prevents approximately 3,528 single-use plastic bottles daily, a 180 kg/day food waste digester, wooden key cards replacing plastic, and refillable Byredo amenity bottles. Distribution technology integrates the SevenRooms reservation platform for pool and beach bookings with standard analytics infrastructure (Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Facebook pixel, OneTrust consent management).

The business model is direct-to-consumer hospitality with omni-channel distribution: rooms are sold via the official Delano website, phone reservations, and email, with direct bookings incentivized through daily dining credits ($50 for rooms, $100 for suites). The property also captures demand through OTAs (TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com, Google) and a concierge team that handles airport transfers and luxury transportation. Revenue streams include hotel accommodations, dining and beverages across seven venues, pool and beach day passes (AED 400 weekday / AED 600 weekend), spa and wellness, meetings and events, watersports, and premium suite benefits including butler service and complimentary transfers. The customer base comprises affluent leisure travelers, families with children, experience-seeking day visitors, and corporate or celebratory event guests.

Name

Delano Dubai

Legal name

Ennismore Holdings Limited

Website

https://delanodubai.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Delano Dubai is a luxury beachfront resort on Bluewaters Island operated by Ennismore Holdings Limited, featuring 250 meters of private beach and seven dining venues. It serves affluent leisure travelers, families, and corporate event guests seeking premium Dubai experiences.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Beachfront Resort / Hospitality

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (721110), Food Services and Drinking Places (722), Traveler Accommodation (7211)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Beachfront & Island Luxury Resorts (THAGACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Beachfront & Coastal Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAI), Luxury Villas & Residences Resorts (THAGACAM), Rooftop Bars & Beach/Pool Bars (THAFAEAJ)

Keywords

• Luxury beachfront resort
• Hotel accommodations
• Fine dining venues
• Spa and wellness
• Hospitality services

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Hotel Accommodations: Revenue from room rentals across various categories including standard rooms, suites (Midnight Dawn Junior Suite, Waking Eclipse One Bedroom Suite, Breaking Waves Suite, Collins Suite), and The Delano Penthouse. Pricing varies by season and room type.
2. Dining & Beverages: Multiple dining venues generate food and beverage revenue: Maison Revka (Slavic cuisine, adults-only), Tutto Passa (Italian), Blue Door (Modern Turkish), Rose Bar (cocktails, 21+), Gohan (Japanese), La Cantine Beach (Mediterranean), Delano Pool & Beach (casual), and 24/7 in-room dining.
3. Pool & Beach Access: Day passes priced at AED 400 per adult on weekdays and AED 600 on weekends, with 50% redeemable on food and beverage. Cabana rentals include amenities plus fully redeemable food and beverage credit.
4. Spa & Wellness: Banyan Tree Spa operates adjacent to the hotel offering treatments, Thai massage, couple massages, and seasonal spa day packages. HWH Studio offers yoga and fitness classes.
5. Meetings & Events: Private restaurant bookings and event spaces available for corporate events, celebrations, and special occasions. Group dining and beverage packages available upon request.
6. Watersports & Activities: Watersports center offers motorised and non-motorised activities including kayaking, paddleboarding, jet skiing, and sailing. Additional fees apply.
7. Premium Suite Benefits: Suite guests receive preferred amenities including priority early check-in/late check-out, welcome amenities, in-suite cocktail setups, butler service, pre-dinner drinks at Rose Bar, complimentary airport transfers, and daily La Cantine Beach access.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Delano Dubai operates a luxury beachfront resort on Bluewaters Dubai offering overnight accommodations across rooms, junior suites, one-bedroom suites, the two-bedroom Collins Suite, and the five-bedroom Delano Penthouse. The property complements lodging with seven distinct on-site dining and bar venues, a 250-meter private Arabian Gulf beachfront, a 518 sqm temperature-controlled pool, Club Tropicool kids club, 24-hour fitness center, HWH Studio wellness classes, an adjacent Banyan Tree Spa, watersports, and event spaces for corporate and private functions. Revenue is generated through room rentals, food and beverage, pool and beach day passes and cabanas, spa and wellness services, watersports, and event bookings.

Product overview

Delano Dubai is a luxury beachfront resort on Bluewaters Island offering a collection of accommodation products (Rooms, Junior Suites, One-Bedroom Suites, The Collins Suite, and The Delano Penthouse), diverse dining experiences across 7 restaurants and bars (Tutto Passa, Blue Door, Rose Bar, Gohan, La Cantine Beach, Maison Revka, and Delano Pool & Beach), and resort facilities including a private 250m beach, temperature-controlled pool, Club Tropicool kids club, 24-hour fitness centre, and HWH Studio wellness classes. The property is operated by Ennismore and represents a single-property luxury hotel offering, not a multi-product platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Delano Members Club: A members club associated with the Delano Miami Beach location.

Products and services

• Delano Dubai Rooms Thoughtfully designed guest rooms featuring ambient lightness and soft modernity with cocoon-like settings rich in craftsmanship and serenity; available as the entry-level accommodation category for guests staying at the resort.
• Midnight Dawn Junior Suite with Sea View Premium 55-60 sqm junior suite with breathtaking sea views, dedicated living and dining areas, curved furnishings, and marble ensuite bath; accommodates 3 adults and 1 child and includes daily pre-dinner drinks at Rose Bar.
• Waking Eclipse One Bedroom Suite Luxurious 73-76 sqm one-bedroom suite available in Resort View and Sea View configurations, with living and dining area, powder room, private balcony, and marble ensuite bath with soaking tub.
• Breaking Waves One Bedroom Suite Beachfront 77 sqm suite available with Sea View Terrace or Private Pool configurations, featuring separate living area, complimentary pre-dinner drinks at Rose Bar, complimentary round-trip transfers, and in-suite cocktail setups; accommodates 3 adults and 2 children.
• The Collins Suite Refined 148-156 sqm two-bedroom suite with private terrace, unobstructed Arabian Gulf sea views, expansive living room with small kitchenette, two marble ensuite baths, butler service, and complimentary round-trip transfers; accommodates up to 5 adults with 2 king-sized beds.
• The Delano Penthouse Unrivaled 875 sqm five-bedroom penthouse on a private floor with two expansive terraces, rooftop pool, and bespoke designer interiors; accommodates up to 9 adults across 4 king-sized beds and 1 twin-sized bed with skyline and Arabian Gulf views.
• Tutto Passa Italian sharing-concept restaurant at Delano Dubai featuring Burrata, red prawns with stracciatella, T-bone steak, tiramisu, and Amalfi lemon sorbet; serves breakfast 7-11 AM, lunch 12:30-4 PM, and dinner 6-11 PM, and is also part of the half board package.
• Blue Door Modern Turkish cuisine restaurant at Delano Dubai offering Adana and Manti dishes; open 5 PM-12 AM with an attached Shisha Lounge until 1 AM.
• Rose Bar Cocktail bar at Delano Dubai serving appetizing small plates paired with curated cocktails, including a signature Wagyu Beef slider with Foie Gras and Onion Chutney; open 6 PM-2 AM with a minimum age requirement of 21.
• Gohan Japanese restaurant at Delano Dubai offering traditional Japanese techniques with a contemporary twist, featuring spicy tuna maki, Surf & Turf maki, beef and cheese kushi, wagyu foie gras slider, and seabass donabe; open 12 PM-12 AM.
• La Cantine Beach Mediterranean-inspired beach restaurant at Delano Dubai featuring tuna ceviche, short ribs, and prawns in tomato sauce; open 12 PM-12 AM with adult-only pool access and available as a complimentary daily benefit for suite guests.
• Maison Revka Adults-only restaurant at Delano Dubai featuring rich Slavic flavours, including a signature Salmon Coulibiac with beurre blanc and cured salmon roe; open from 12:30 PM daily.
• Delano Pool & Beach Roman bath-inspired pool and fairytale-designed beach experience at Delano Dubai with a 518 sqm temperature-controlled pool (14m x 37m, depth 1.5m); serves casual pool and beachside fare and is open 11 AM-8 PM.
• Delano Private Beach 250 meters of unspoiled private beachfront on Bluewaters Dubai with full days of sun and unobstructed sea views of the Arabian Gulf; exclusively accessible to in-house guests and select day-pass visitors.
• Banyan Tree Spa at Delano Dubai Adjacent spa facility operated by Banyan Tree at Delano Dubai, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM; offers treatments including Thai Essence massage, Thai Classic Massage, couple massage rooms, seasonal spa day packages, and a Rainforest facility featuring Rain Walk Experience, steam room, sauna, vitality pool, and outdoor 15-minute Cold Bath Experiences.
• HWH Studio Wellness Classes Wellness studio at Delano Dubai offering various fitness classes including beach yoga, fitness sessions, and yoga sessions; located on the second level of the resort.
• Fitness Centre 24-hour fitness center available to all in-house guests at Delano Dubai.
• Club Tropicool Kids Club Kids club at Delano Dubai offering organized activities for children aged 3-12, including arts and crafts, games, fitness sessions, and outdoor play; open Monday to Thursday 10 AM-8 PM and Friday to Sunday 10 AM-9 PM.
• Day Pass and Cabana Experience Pool and beach day passes at Delano Dubai priced at AED 400 per adult on weekdays and AED 600 per adult on weekends, including a sunbed, complimentary towels, first bottle of water, and 50% redeemable credit on food and beverage; cabana rentals (standard and family, accommodating up to 4 guests) include all amenities plus fully redeemable food and beverage credit, booked through SevenRooms.
• Watersports and Activities On-beach watersports center at Delano Dubai operated by Hydro Sport, offering motorized and non-motorized activities including kayaking, paddleboarding, jet skiing, and sailing; additional fees apply for activities.
• Meetings and Events Private restaurant bookings and event spaces at Delano Dubai available for corporate events, celebrations, and special occasions; group dining and beverage packages available upon request.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,528 plastic bottles prevented from operations each day through Nordaq water purification
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Banyan Tree SpaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdjacent spa facility operated by Banyan Tree, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Offers treatments including Thai Essence massage, Thai Classic Massage, couple massage rooms, and seasonal spa day packages. Therapists complete 650 hours of instruction from Banyan Tree Academy trainers. Features Rainforest facility with Rain Walk Experience, steam room, sauna, vitality pool, and outdoor 15-minute Cold Bath Experiences.
• Hydro SportminorOthersWatersports equipment rental facility located on the beach at Delano Dubai. Offers kayaking, paddleboarding, jet skiing, and sailing equipment rentals.
• EnnismorecoreOthersEnnismore Holdings Limited operates the Delano brand globally with locations in Miami Beach, Dubai, and Paris. Ennismore is registered in the UK (Companies House #13348771) with offices at 20 Old Bailey, London. Manages global booking systems, loyalty programs, customer database, and marketing activities.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Atlantis The Royal: Ultra-luxury beachfront resort on the Palm Jumeirah with multiple celebrity-chef restaurants, signature suites/penthouses, and a beach club. Competes with Delano Dubai for the same ultra-HNW guest and group/celebration demand in Dubai.
• Bulgari Resort Dubai: Ultra-luxury beachfront resort on Jumeira Bay Island operated by Bulgari (LVMH). Directly comparable to Delano Dubai in luxury positioning, beachfront access, design-led suites/penthouses, and HNW Dubai traveler segment.
• One&Only Royal Mirage: Long-established luxury beachfront resort in Dubai with multiple dining venues, spa, and beachfront access. Direct competitor for traditional luxury travelers seeking a refined Dubai beachfront experience.
• W Dubai - The Palm: Design-forward luxury resort on Palm Jumeirah under Marriott's W brand. Competes for design-conscious, social-luxury travelers seeking vibrant F&B, beach club, and beachfront Dubai experiences.
• Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai: Luxury beachfront hotel on Jumeira Beach offering contemporary design, multiple dining venues, and a beach club. Comparable positioning, target market, and Dubai beachfront asset type.
• Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai: Beachfront luxury resort and beach club on Pearl Jumeirah blending resort rooms with a global beach-club brand. Comparable on day-pass/beach-club monetization, dining, and luxury beachfront positioning.
• Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach: Five-star luxury beachfront resort on Jumeirah Beach with multiple restaurants, spa, and premium suites/penthouses. Directly competes for HNW leisure and corporate travel demand.
• Jumeirah Al Naseem: Modern luxury beachfront resort within Madinat Jumeirah with diverse dining, beachfront access, and family amenities. Direct Dubai competitor across luxury beachfront and family-luxury segments.
• Delano Miami Beach: Sister property under the same Delano brand operated by Ennismore. Direct brand-level peer sharing design language, F&B concept cadence, and brand standards; useful benchmark for Delano Dubai's positioning and economics.
• The Bvlgari Resort Dubai: Beachfront luxury resort operated by Bulgari Hotels on Jumeira Bay with a marina, multiple dining venues, and a spa. Competes in the same ultra-luxury, design-led beachfront tier in Dubai.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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