When the daytime heat becomes too much, Dubai comes alive after dark. From free public beaches under the stars to fully redeemable luxury pool clubs with DJ sets — here is every night swim worth knowing about this summer.
Quick-Reference Guide
| Venue | Location | Price | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Areia Pool & Beach Club | JBR, The Walk | Free + AED 50 min spend | Daily, 5pm–9pm |
| Barasti Beach | Le Méridien Mina Syahi | Free entry | Daily — beach till 7pm, pool till 9pm |
| Al Mamzar Beach | Al Mamzar, Dubai | Free public beach | Open late |
| Umm Suqeim Night Beach | Umm Suqeim, Dubai | Free public beach | Open 24 hours |
| Tagomago | Azure Residence, Palm Jumeirah | AED 150 pp (fully redeemable) | Fri & Sat, 7pm–12am |
| DRIFT Beach | One&Only Royal Mirage | AED 200 (fully redeemable) | Fri & Sat, 7pm–12am |
| Nobu by the Beach | Atlantis The Royal, Palm | AED 250 pp (fully redeemable) | Every Friday, 8pm–11pm |
| The 305 | Palm West Beach | AED 100 (fully redeemable) | Fri & Sat, 6pm–9pm |
| SĀN Beach | The Palm Jumeirah | AED 250 pp (fully redeemable) | Fri–Sun, 6pm–11pm |
| Kyma Beach | Palm West Beach | AED 200 (fully redeemable) | Fri & Sat, from 7pm |
| ZETA Seventy Seven | Address Beach Resort | AED 377 per couple (incl. bubbly) | Sun–Thu, 6pm–11pm |
| Bohemia Beach Club | FIVE Palm Jumeirah | Ladies free · Gents AED 100 | Thu–Sat, from 7pm |
1. Areia Pool & Beach Club — FREE
Location: The Walk, Jumeirah Beach Residence | Price: Free entry + AED 50 minimum spend | When: Daily, 5pm–9pm
Relaxed beach club evenings with palm views, sunset swims and laidback social energy. Free entry with a minimum AED 50 spend on food and drinks — one of the most accessible night swim options at JBR, with pool access under the stars and easygoing beach club atmosphere throughout the evening.
2. Barasti Beach — FREE
Location: Le Méridien Mina Syahi Beach Resort & Marina | Price: Free entry | When: Daily — beach till 7pm, pool till 9pm
Lively beach club nights with music, open-air pool vibes and classic Dubai beach energy. Barasti offers free beach access until sunset and a pool night swim in a relaxed social atmosphere by the sea — one of the most established and reliably fun free night swim spots in the city.
3. Al Mamzar Beach — FREE
Location: Al Mamzar Beach, Dubai | Price: Free public beach access | When: Open late
The newly reopened Al Mamzar Beach is one of the best free night swim destinations in the city. A floating walkway, watersports, paddle activities, playgrounds, outdoor fitness areas and 5.5km of walking, running and cycling tracks make it far more than just a beach. A women-only beach section is available, and public access is completely free.
4. Umm Suqeim Night Beach — FREE
Location: Umm Suqeim Beach, Dubai | Price: Free public beach access | When: Open 24 hours
One of Dubai’s best beaches for night swimming — fully lit, with lifeguards on duty and a safe, well-managed environment. The Burj Al Arab backdrop at night makes it one of the most visually dramatic free swims in the city. Perfect for late-night swims, summer evening walks and cooling off after dark, with public beach access open around the clock.
5. Tagomago
Location: Azure Residence, Palm Jumeirah | Price: AED 150 pp (fully redeemable on F&B) | When: Friday & Saturday, 7pm–12am
Balearic-inspired night swims with chilled music, coastal energy and a relaxed beach club atmosphere. Moonlit pool swimming, DJ vibes and early booking slots make Tagomago one of the more atmospheric weekend options on the Palm. The AED 150 entry is fully redeemable on dining and drinks — arrive early and book ahead.
6. DRIFT Beach — One&Only Royal Mirage
Location: One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai | Price: AED 200 (fully redeemable on F&B) | When: Friday & Saturday, 7pm–12am
Elegant moonlight swims with Marina skyline views, chilled beats and poolside dining. DRIFT is where Dubai’s after-dark pool scene meets genuine luxury — dine poolside or at the DRIFT Restaurant, with the AED 200 entry fully redeemable on food and beverages. One of the most refined Friday and Saturday evening options in the city.
7. Nobu by the Beach
Location: Atlantis The Royal, Crescent Road, Palm Jumeirah | Price: AED 250 pp (fully redeemable) / AED 600 per couple (day bed) | When: Every Friday, 8pm–11pm
Moonlit swims, curated DJ sets, luxury dining and sophisticated beachfront energy at the iconic Atlantis The Royal. The Dip & Dine Night Swim runs every Friday with sun loungers fully redeemable at AED 250 per person, or a day bed at AED 600 per couple. The Nobu signature atmosphere and iconic Dubai backdrop make this one of the most special night swim settings on the Palm.
8. The 305
Location: The Club, Palm West Beach, Palm Jumeirah | Price: AED 100 (fully redeemable) | When: Friday & Saturday, 6pm–9pm (happy hour until 9pm)
Miami-style sunset pool vibes with cocktails, golden hour dips and laidback weekend energy. The 305 runs a happy hour until 9pm and the AED 100 entry — the most affordable paid redeemable option on this list — covers first-come-first-serve sunbeds and sunset pool access. A strong value option for a relaxed Friday or Saturday evening on the Palm.
9. SĀN Beach
Location: The Palm Jumeirah | Price: AED 250 pp (fully redeemable on F&B) | When: Friday–Sunday, 6pm–11pm (last seating 10pm)
Moonlit swims, poolside cocktails and chic beach club nights under the stars. SĀN Beach offers pool sunbed night swims Friday through Sunday, with AED 250 fully redeemable on food and drinks. Bookings cancelled after 30 minutes are 50% refunded — a thoughtful policy that makes it easier to plan spontaneously.
10. Kyma Beach
Location: Palm West Beach, opposite Fairmont The Palm, Dubai | Price: AED 200 pp (fully redeemable on F&B) | When: Every Friday & Saturday from 7pm
Mediterranean night swims with Greek island atmosphere, live DJ beats, modern Greek cuisine and signature cocktails. The infinity pool night swim at Kyma is one of the more distinctly themed evenings on Palm West Beach — vibrant seaside vibes with the AED 200 entry fully redeemable on food and beverages.
11. ZETA Seventy Seven
Location: Address Beach Resort | Price: AED 377 per couple (includes bottle of bubbly) | When: Sunday–Thursday, 6pm–11pm
Luxury rooftop night swim with uninterrupted Arabian Gulf views and Dubai skyline backdrop on Level 77 of Address Beach Resort. At AED 377 per couple including a bottle of bubbly, this is one of the most elevated and romantic night swim experiences in the city — and one of the few great weeknight options on this list.
12. Bohemia Beach Club
Location: FIVE Palm Jumeirah | Price: Ladies free · Gents AED 100 (includes 1 drink) | When: Thursday–Saturday, from 7pm
Night swims, house beats, skyline views and chic beach club energy under the stars at FIVE Palm. Ladies get free entry to swim in the iconic glass-lined pool, enjoy live house music and take in coastal breezes in a vibrant social atmosphere. Gents pay AED 100 including one drink — a strong Thursday to Saturday option for those who want the full night swim and music experience.
Always confirm timings, pricing and booking requirements directly with venues before visiting — details can change, especially during peak summer months.
