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There’s a particular kind of quiet that settles over Business Bay just after sunrise, when the canal reflects the amber hues of the sky and the city hasn’t quite woken up yet. This is the version of Dubai you get to keep to yourself at Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Waterfront, a property that sits directly on the water’s edge and somehow makes one of the city’s busiest districts feel like a private harbour.
For the best experience, opt for a room with a private balcony. Step outside with your coffee and the Burj Khalifa is right there, catching the first light while the canal below stays glassy and still. Come back at golden hour, and the same view has rearranged itself to be soft and unhurried. By night, it’s a different show altogether: the canal-side lights flicker on so the whole waterfront looks lacquered in vibrant colours.
Food at the Radisson Blu isn’t an afterthought; it’s a reason to stay in.
At FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar, the focus is on live-fire cooking and beautifully executed classics like a perfectly aged cut. For a more relaxed affair, The Larder brings a Scandinavian-inspired approach to the table with minimalist interiors, thoughtful plates, and a fresh Nordic influence. As the evening settles in, the hotel’s Scottish bar becomes the natural next stop. Expect a choice of beverages including delicious cocktails and a convivial atmosphere.
But the beauty of this retreat isn’t just in its restaurants and views. It’s in the rhythm of it all. From slow mornings with a flat white and intercontinental breakfast to afternoons spent reading by the pool or floating in it, you will never want to leave.
