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Best bars in Dubai

Cocktail rooms, rooftops and unmarked doors — where to start a night and where to end one.

Neos
KEY2 Pick

Rooftop Bar • $$$

Neos

A 63rd-floor lounge with a terrace framing Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Fountain show.

Best for: Special Occasion

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The Iris
KEY2 Pick

Rooftop Bar • $$$

The Iris

A poolside rooftop lounge above Business Bay with resident DJs and skyline views.

Best for: Sundowners

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Blu Bar

Rooftop Bar • $$$

Blu Bar

A 44th-floor terrace bar looking straight down the Dubai Marina walk.

Best for: Sundowners

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Vault

Cocktail Bar • $$

Vault

A dark, moody cocktail den at H Dubai on Sheikh Zayed Road with a solid daily happy hour.

Best for: After Work

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Zheng He's

Lounge • $$$

Zheng He's

A waterway-side terrace bar at Madinat Jumeirah pouring cocktails alongside Chinese small plates.

Best for: Sundowners

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Questions, answered

What are the best bars in Dubai?+

The KEY2 editors' top picks for bars in Dubai are Neos, The Iris. Every listing in this guide is individually vetted, with hours, prices and booking links.

Where can I find good-value bars in Dubai?+

For $$-level bars in Dubai, consider Vault.

What are the best bars in Dubai for a special occasion?+

For a splurge, the KEY2 guide recommends Neos, The Iris, Blu Bar, Zheng He's. Reserve ahead — the booking link is on each listing.

Do I need to book bars in Dubai in advance?+

The most popular bars in Dubai fill up days or weeks ahead. Every KEY2 listing includes a direct reservation or booking link where one is available.

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