Your Guide To The Best New Year’s Eve Parties In Dubai & Abu Dhabi
101 DINING LOUNGE & BAR, ONE&ONLY THE PALM
Join in for a spectacular celebration in the epicentre of Dubai’s fireworks
Time: 9pm onwards
Price: Dhs1,490 including food and free-flow bubbly and premium spirits, Dhs1,190 including food and free-flow premium spirits
To make a booking: (04) 4441163
ATMOSPHERE LOUNGE, BURJ KHALIFA
Start 2014 at the world’s tallest building and capture the excitement from a prime vantage point, above the crowds.
Time: 6pm to 2 am
Price: Dhs300 per person for regular tables, Dhs1,500 per person for window tables
To make a booking call: (04) 8883706
ATMOSPHERE LOUNGE, BURJ KHALIFA
Wrap up 2013 on a culinary high with cocktails at Atmosphere Lounge before an eight-course gourmet meal paired with the finest global ingredients and beverages.
Time: 7pm to 1 am
Price: Sofa seating Dhs3,000 per person, regular table Dhs3,500, window table Dhs4,000. Includes paired beverages and one bottle vintage bubbly
To make a booking: (04) 888 3706
ATAYEB, YAS VICEROY
Savour a four-course Middle Eastern dinner and welcome in the New Year in true Arabic style.
Time: 7pm onwards
Price: Dhs425+ for food and unlimited house grape, hops, juices and water
To make a booking: (02) 6560600
AWTAR, GRAND HYATT
Say goodbye to a glorious 2013 and welcome 2014 in the traditional setting of a Lebanese restaurant.
Time: 7.30pm to 1.30am
Price: Dhs1,400 including food and house beverages
To make a booking: (04) 3172222
AZUR, RAFFLES DUBAI
Say farewell to 2013 with a celebratory buffet.
Time: 7pm to 1am
Price: Dhs495 including food and house beverages
To make a booking: (04) 3149828
BARASTI, LE MERIDIEN MINA SEYAHI
Be part of the spectacular New Year’s Eve carnival at the Barasti Upper Deck .
Time: 7pm onwards
Price: In advance Dhs210, on the door Dhs260 (entrance fee only)
To make a booking: (04) 3181313
BLENDS, THE ADDRESS DUBAI MARINA
Make a date with friends at Blends and join the city’s party people at Dubai Marina’s favourite lounge.
Time; 7pm onwards
Price: Dhs200 per person including one house beverage
To make a booking: (04) 4367421
BLUE JADE, THE RITZ-CARLTON JBR
Begin your New Year on an enchanting culinary journey of Asian cuisine feasting.
Time: 7pm to 11pm
Price: Dhs1,000 including food and a glass of bubbly
To make a booking: (04) 3186150
THE BUDDHA BAR, GROSVENOR HOUSE
If you are looking for a smashing New Year’s Eve, Buddha-Bar is the place to be. The ever-popular venue will have you partying all-night long.
Time: 8pm to 3am
Price: Dhs1,900 per person for a four course sharing menu dinner, inclusive of selected premium beverages. For the Bar Dhs650 per head for the ladies and Dhs850 for gents, inclusive of selected premium beverages and pass-around Buddha Bar bites.
To make a booking: (04) 3176000
CABANA, THE ADDRESS DUBAI MALL
Party in style over a unique lounge-style gala dinner at Cabana. Savour a fabulous selection of tapas and sushi while listening to the tunes spun by the resident DJ.
Time: 7pm to 3pm
Price: Dhs2,000 including gala dinner and house beverages, Dhs15,000 for VIP Cabanas for up to eight people
To make a booking: (04) 8883444
CASA MIA, LE MERIDIEN DUBAI
See in 2014 in a homely Italian setting, it’s what mama would do.
Time: 7.30pm onwards
Price: Dhs499 including food and selected wines and premium beverages
To make a booking: (04) 7022455
DUBAI BEACHFRONT, THE RITZ-CARLTON
Sit under the stars and take in the gorgeous views of The Palm Jumeirah while listening to live music and enjoying the array of international and regional delicacies.
Time: 8pm to 2am
Price: Dhs1,450 including food and a glass of champagne, Dhs725 per child from five to 12 years
To make a booking: (04) 3186150
ESTRELLAS BAR AND LOUNGE, MELIA DUBAI
Hit the dancefloor and boogie the night away. Alternatively, sit back and tuck into the sumptuous Spanish delicacies like tapas, paella and more.
Time: 8pm onwards
Price: Dhs199 including one drink and canapés, VIP tables ranging from Dhs8,000 to Dhs10,000
To make a booking: (04) 3767475
FIRE & ICE, RAFFLES DUBAI
Delight in flavours of the season on the beautiful terrace of this enchanting New York-style grill
Time: 7.30pm to 3am
Price: Dhs1,250 including food and house beverages
To make a booking: (04) 3149828
HASHI, ARMANI DUBAI
Chic and casual, sensual and social is the dining philosophy at this stylish Japanese restaurant.
Time: 7pm onwards
Price: Dhs1,200 including food and soft drinks. Dhs1,800 including food with paired beverages and a sparkling toast
To make a booking: (04) 888 3308
IMPERIUM, JUMEIRAH ZABEEL SARAY
Step into Imperium to experience an exclusive selection of epicurean creations, tailored to your tastes.
Time: 6.30pm onwards
Price: Dhs2,200 including food and half a bottle of bubbly, grape and soft beverages
To make a booking: (04) 4530444
IRIS DUBAI, THE OBEROI HOTEL
Get ready to see in 2014 the Hollywood way. With a retro-chic themed night, enjoy a selection of signature cocktails, a tantalising menu and scenic views of the iconic Burj Khalifa.
Time: 6pm till late
Price: Dhs650 for open bar, Dhs1,500 with open bar and set menu
To make a booking: (056) 9511442
IZEL, CONRAD DUBAI
Celebrate with the energy and passion of Latin America with live entertainment and a fabulous five course dinner and drinks.
Time: 8pm onwards
Price: Dhs1,200 including food and unlimited house beverages and selected cocktails until midnight or Dhs1,500 with food, unlimited house beverages, selected cocktails and Ruinart Champagne until midnight.
To make a booking: (04) 4447444
MAZINA, THE ADDRESS DUBAI MARINA
Enjoy a New Year’s Eve buffet dinner in the perfect location with breathtaking views over the glittering Dubai Marina skyline.
Time: 7pm to 1am
Price: Dh395 including food and soft drinks, Dhs495 including food and house beverages
To make a booking: (04) 4367421
NINE7ONE, THE OBEROI
Enjoy a decadent buffet in Nine7One before the countdown begins to 2014.
Time: 7pm to 11pm
Price: Dhs680 including food, Dhs900 including food and a glass of bubbly
To make a booking: (04) 4441444
NOBU, ATLANTIS THE PALM
Delectable cuisine, fireworks, lively atmosphere. What more would you ask for to begin your New Year?
Time: 7.30pm onwards
Price: Dhs2,600 including food and house beverages
To make a booking: (04) 4262626
NYE ROYAL GALA DINNER, ATLANTIS THE PALM
Easily one of Dubai’s biggest events of the year. This New Year promises to be even more spectacular as they attempt to have the world’s largest fireworks display.
Time: 7.30pm onwards
Price: Dhs3,200 including food and house beverages, Dhs2,400 for children aged 12 to 17
To make a booking: (04) 4262626
THE OBSERVATORY, DUBAI MARRIOTT HARBOUR HOTEL & SUITES
Decide on your New Year’s resolutions while overlooking the Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina.
Time: 8pm onwards
Price: Dhs1,299 including food and house beverages
To make a booking: (04) 3194000
ORIGINS, YAS VICEROY
Bring in the new year with mesmerising views of the iconic gridshell, savouring delectable treats from around the world and dancing into the New Year.
Time: 7pm onwards
Price: Dhs295 including food non-alcoholic beverages, Dhs495 including food and house beverages
To make a booking: (02) 6560600
PICANTE, FOUR POINTS SHERATON DUBAI
Get in to the joyous Portuguese spirit with authentic cusine and drinks. Saude!
Time: 7pm to 2am
Price: Dhs325 including food and soft beverages
To make a booking: (04) 3977444
QUEST, JUMEIRAH AT ETIHAD TOWERS
Chef Benjamin Whatt whips up a luxury dining experience for New Year’s Eve based on themes from popular children’s stories, nursery rhymes and movies.
Time: 7pm onwards
Price: Dhs1,550 including food and a welcome drink
To make a booking: (02) 8115666
RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE, THE ADDRESS DUBAI MARINA
Ruth’s Chris Steak House invites you to a black tie event that promises to be a night of excellent entertainment. Dress code Bond Girl or Secret Agent.
Time: 9pm onwards
Price: Dhs1,400 including a five course set menu, a bottle of spirits and professional photographs
To make a booking: (04) 4549538
SHADES, THE ADDRESS DUBAI MARINA
Party al fresco-style for a night out under the stars at Dubai Marina’s coolest nightspot.
Time: 8pm to 2am
Price: Dhs850 including food and house beverages, international tapas buffet, and access to Blends
To make a booking:(04) 4367421
Add a touch of Asian flair to your New Year’s Eve celebrations at Voi.
Time: 7.30pm onwards
Price: Dhs2,500 including food and half a bottle of bubbly, grape and soft beverages
To make a booking: (04) 4530444
YUAN, ATLANTIS THE PALM
Sample the diverse Szechuwan flavours, watch the fireworks and make merry as you welcome 2014.
Time: 7.30pm onwards
Price: Dhs2,250 including a set menu and drinks
To make a booking: (04) 4262626
