Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort, DubaiLe Royal Meridien Beach Resort in Dubai, United Arab Emirates has a corrected score of 4.1 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 42 of 453 hotels we score in Dubai. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction: Booking.com 4.2, Tripadvisor 5.0, Google 4.0, Agoda 4.0. Rooms from about $172 a night (cached, not a live quote).Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort is a five-star property situated on a private stretch of Jumeirah Beach overlooking the Arabian Gulf. The resort sits within 19 acres of landscaped gardens and provides direct access to the beach. It features 500 rooms and suites, three outdoor swimming pools, and a Roman-themed spa. With 14 dining options and bars, the hotel serves both business travellers and families. Its location near JBR Walk allows for easy access to local shopping and entertainment. While the facilities are extensive, the large scale of the resort means guests may have to walk significant distances between certain amenities. The property follows mandatory eco-rules regarding room cleaning.What stands out

Private beach access

Fourteen dining options

Large landscaped gardens

On-site spa facilities

Watch out for

Large resort layout

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