Now is the time to be outdoors in Dubai and if you’re going to plan a pool day, you might as well make it an infinity pool day.

Here in Dubai, it’s easy to take your pool day game to another level as there are infinity pools perfectly perched on the edge of some of the most impressive buildings in the city, and some that may not be high in the sky but still bring you beautiful views.

It’s practically mandatory to capture these on camera, so you’ll have IG fodder for days when it comes to these infinity pools in Dubai.

In search of that refreshing pool with an edge (get it?), check out our top picks below.

Address Sky View

If you haven’t visited the infinity pool at Address Sky View yet, you’ve certainly seen pictures of it on the ‘gram. The Downtown Dubai hotel is made up of two towers, joined by a sky bridge featuring the massive infinity pool with prime Burj Khalifa views.

Open 9am-7pm. Available to hotel guests only. Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai (04 873 8888).

AURA Sky Pool

This is peak Dubai. With notions and views for days, AURA Sky Pool is the world’s highest 360-degree infinity pool. Found perched on the edge of the 50th floor of The Palm Tower – this is a pretty special spot. The elevated oasis brings together a captivating mix of lush greenery and natural elements that are tastefully juxtaposed with the incredible vista of the Palm Jumeirah skyline, making for a heady mix of views and vibes.

Mon-Sat from 11am-8pm, Open Sun from 11am-midnight. Summer hours may vary. Nakheel Palm Tower, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, auraskypool.com.

Bab Al Shams

The luxury desert resort reopened in February this year, complete with its Insta-famous infinity pool. The hotel’s has undergone a transformation, but the desert views from the pool remain a highlight. It’s lined with new plush loungers and cabanas, and those dreamy desert vibes make the drive out past Al Qudra well worth it. There’s also a smaller pool that feels like an open-air bath. Dreamy.

Open daily, 8am-8pm. Bab Al Shams, Al Qudra Road, babalshams.com (04 809 6100).

Cloud 22

If you are lucky enough to be staying at the hottest new hotel in Dubai, Atlantis, The Royal, then you will be able to access one of the most gorgeous infinity pools in the city. Cloud 22 has a large infinity pool on the 22nd floor of the hotel alongside multiple pools and hot tubs spread across the venue.

Open daily, 11am-8pm (exclusive to guests staying at Atlantis The Royal). Atlantis The Royal, 22nd floor (04 426 2626).

Jumeirah Zabeel Saray

Pamper yourself in the swish surroundings of Jumeirah Zabeel Saray and spend the day dipping in and out of the massive infinity pool. Stretching back 31 metres, the stunning infinity pool has a 59m infinity edge. Consider us impressed.

Open daily 9am-6pm. Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, Palm Jumeirah (04 453 0000).

Lagoon by Twiggy

Offering chic vibes, cool tunes, creative mixed drinks and a Mediterranean-inspired menu, the beach club at Twiggy by La Cantine is one of the hottest places in town – and not just because of the rising temperatures. A pool day here means you’ll have access to the Lagoon and its beautiful 100-metre infinity pool of crystal-clear water. Go now, if not just to get a snap of yourself lounging in the chic cabanas.

Open daily from 10am-1am. Park Hyatt Dubai, Deira (04 602 1105).

Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai

For a swish day by the water, the infinity pool at Dubai’s Tasca by José Avillez ticks all the boxes. The rooftop infinity pool overlooks the Arabian Gulf, is adults-only and is decked out with luxe double daybeds that are perfect for relaxing and taking in the sweet surroundings.

Daily from 9am-sunset. Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai Jumeirah 1 (04 777 2231).

Privilege

Located at SLS Dubai, Privilege has not one but two infinity pools at 325 meters on the 75th floor. Posing for a pic here is easy with the backdrop of stunning views of the city. With a swim-up pool bar and nightclub, it’s a party spot to head to if you are a sucker for breathtaking vistas.

Daily from 9am-6pm. SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences, Business Bay (04 607 0757).

The Meydan Hotel

There’s no horsing around with the infinity pool at the trendy racecourse-facing The Meydan Hotel. The temperature-controlled rooftop infinity pool is a top spot to take in views of the Dubai skyline and the green of the Meydan Racecourse (especially during horseracing season in the winter).

Open daily from 8am-7pm. The Meydan Hotel, Nad Al Sheba (04 381 3231).

SAL

Sat on the terrace of the world-famous Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Sal’s 100-metre infinity pool boasts gorgeous – and we mean gorgeous – views from out to sea, across the Dubai coastline and of the sail-shaped hotel itself. There’s even a shaded swim-up bar, eh yes, please. Looking for a bucket list infinity pool experience in Dubai? Look no further.

Open daily from 10am-7pm. Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Umm Suquim (04 432 3232).

Soul Beach Dubai

Sometimes you just want to escape the hustle and bustle and one infinity pool that is guaranteed to give you a dose of zen can be found at Soul Beach Dubai. Found at JA The Resort’s marina and it is one picture-perfect spot that serves up Mediterranean food alfresco.

Mon-Fri 10am-10pm, Sat-Sun 10am-midnight. JA The Resort, Jebel Ali (0505 239 731).

Tapesake

Nothing in this world beats the feeling of floating in a pool hundreds of metres up in the sky. So visiting the UAE’s longest infinity pool at One&Only Za’abeel will be quite the treat. The 120-metre-long pool, which is located in The Link, the world’s longest cantilever (panoramic sky podium), features plush cabanas backdropped by uninterrupted views of the Dubai skyline. The Link will have 360° views with the Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai’s modern skyline on one side, and Zabeel Park on the other. At the pool, you’ll get a resident DJ, refreshing drinks, and a tapas-style menu of Japanese-Latin American bites as well as swim-up bars, sunken pods and a chance to level up your Instagram feed.

Open daily from 10am-7pm. 27th floor, One&Only Zabeel, oneandonlyresorts.com/one-zaabeel/tapasake (04 666 1777)

The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm

It’s safe to say that the pool at The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm is nothing short of spectacular. This hotel boasts not one, but two infinity pools; one of which is adults-only, hurrah. Time to take a dip.

Open daily from 8am-7pm. The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm, The Palm Tower, Palm Jumeirah (04 218 0000).

ZETA Seventy Seven

Not only does ZETA Seventy Seven’s stunning infinity pool boast breathtaking views of Bluewaters Island, Ain Dubai, Palm Jumeirah and the Arabian Gulf from its 77th-floor vantage point at the Address Beach Resort. Views. For. Days. Get out the waterproof baggie for the phone, you’re definitely going to want to take photos at this spot.

Open daily from 12pm-8.30pm. Address Beach Resort, JBR (04 879 8888).

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