July 1st, 2009 by Terry Youens

THE PALACE – THE OLD TOWN DUBAI

A harmonious blend of Middle Eastern heritage and contemporary Dubai:

Built on the edge of a lake, The Palace – The Old Town is a harmonious blend of Middle Eastern heritage and contemporary Dubai.  Located on the Old Town Island, The Palace is a resort within the city, at the heart of a traditional Arabian village, faced with a striking symbol of modernity.  The luxurious hotel is ideally situated in the Downtown Burj Dubai area, within short distance from all major business and financial institutions and leisure attractions.  The Palace is directly connected with the Souk Al Bahar, facing Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest tower and just a step away from Dubai Mall – the largest shopping centre in the Middle East.  The Palace hosts three international restaurants, a luxury spa, recreational amenities, a large pool, stunning meetings and events facilities and a comprehensive business centre

The Palace Old Town Views

The Palace Old Town Views

Staying at The Palace – The Old Town:

The hotel offers 242 guest rooms, including 81 suites all featuring balconies with either Burj Dubai Lake or Old Town views.  Interiors are tailored with a captivating Middle Eastern theme rich in colour and regional textures.  All suites offer an exclusive 24-hour personalised butler service, complimentary airport transfer and access to the Executive Lounge.

Dining at The Palace – The Old Town:

Thiptara meaning ‘The Magic at the Water’, serves refined Bangkok-style seafood and Royal Thai cuisine.  Its high ceilings and dark wood carvings beautifully contrast the more contemporary furniture and the mesmerising Thai music completes the experience.  The Arabian all-day dining restaurant Ewaan evokes a truly regional theme evident in the regal arches and wooden trellis.  Mediterranean and Eastern dishes are served from live cooking stations and buffet along with coffee and Shisha on the outdoor terrace.  The rustic Argentinean grill restaurant is the perfect place for succulent meat cuts prepared in the Asador Criollo-style served with selected Argentinean wines.  Dine outside in cooler months to make the most of the terrace or relax in the warmly lit interior whilst enjoying Tango and live entertainment.

The Palace Old Town Ewaan Lounge

The Palace Old Town Ewaan Lounge

Lounges & Bars at The Palace – The Old Town:

The Lobby Lounge offers indulgence in a truly palatial Arabian atmosphere with a breathtaking panorama of the lake and The Dubai Fountain and stunning views over the world’s most spectacular destination.  Enjoy a choice from premium beverages, exclusive teas and coffees.  Every day from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, partake in afternoon tea and treat your tastes buds to an exclusive colour coded selection of specialty teas by Dammann.  Traditional English scones, a selection of finger sandwiches, delectable pastries and fresh strawberries and cream are served with afternoon tea.

Recline in comfortable seating outdoors at Ewaan Lounge listening to the soothing strains of exclusive music and choose from a diverse array of Shisha options.  Ewaan Lounge offers a large selection of mezzeh extending rich adornments through the poolside setting – the décor and the mood, unmistakably Oriental.

The Palace Old Town Poolside

The Palace Old Town Poolside

FAI is the Thai word for fire and this is a place that can definitely ignite your passions.  Set within the serene and opulent gardens of The Palace – The Old Town, FAI is a welcoming, chic and vibrant cocktail lounge.  Sit up indoors or recline on one of the elegant, comfortable sofas.  Better still, take your ease on the stunning outside veranda that offers unparalleled views of The Dubai Fountain and lake and the immense, tapering tower of Burj Dubai.  In look and feel, FAI artfully combines Asian architecture with some highly contemporary touches. For good music, great cocktails and a vibrant, elegant atmosphere, FAI is the place to be – encircled by water, enlivened by fire.

The Spa at The Palace – The Old Town:

The Spa is a luxurious retreat offering total relaxation and renewal.  Unwind in a distinctly tranquil space, where the soothing hands of well-trained therapists ease away stresses.

The Palace Old Town Le Spa Oriental Bath

The Palace Old Town Le Spa Oriental Bath

The six spacious treatment suites offer total comfort to stimulate the senses, relax the body and restore balance to the spirit with authentic therapy methods.  Inspired by traditional heritage, The Spa also features two Oriental bath houses, Monsoon showers and two Hydrospa bathtubs with therapy jets.

The Health Club facilities, located on the ground floor, are designed to ensure that guests and members can find escapism and an injection of wellness.  Highly trained instructors are available to assist with the Technogym machines and are available 24-hours a day.  Facilities include a large outdoor swimming pool, standing as a refreshing oasis accessible from the garden, surrounded by palms and overlooking the Burj Dubai Lake.

The Palace Old Town Spa Relaxation Area

The Palace Old Town Spa Relaxation Area

2 Responses to “THE PALACE – THE OLD TOWN DUBAI”

  1. Amazing compilation you’ve got here :)

    nice photos , i would want to visit dubai some time soon…..

  2. The Burj Dubai is a modern marvel of engineering, it stands 818 metres tall and will have its grand opening on the 1st of December this year.