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Our favourite venues
in the UAE
Having lived in the UAE for over 15 years, we know the country has so much more to offer than just luxury hotels, unparalleled service and stunning nature. From private oases to desert castles, art galleries, museums and Arabian boutique hotels, we offer you an insider's access to the UAE's hidden gems. In the UAE, we work exclusively at select venues that inspire us. So if, like us, you are allergic to hotel ballrooms and are seeking to host a completely bespoke celebration in quiet luxury, you are in the right place.
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Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa for a desert celebration
Nestled within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, 225 sq. kilometers of unspoilt desert land, Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa is an oasis of quiet luxury where the wild meets stillness. Surrounded by palm groves and golden dunes, this 5-star desert resort offers 42 private pool villas with sweeping views of the Hajar Mountains. Here, the oryx and camels are guests of your wedding and the desert become our canvas. Imagine a ceremony in the dunes, a cocktail hour around the firepit, and a dinner under the stars. Offering full privacy and unparalleled service, this place is perfect for those who appreciate quiet luxury and want to offer their guests an experience they will never forget.
Ideal capacity: 60-200 guests
Sleeps: 42 private pool villas
Location: 1h30 from Dubai center
Price: Minimum spend, from AED 25,000 for 30 guests (without accommodation)
>> Let's talk about your celebration in Al Maha Resort & Spa
Project by Meraki Mariages. Photo: Mitova Photography.
The washed out facade of the Museum Lawn, featuring architecture inspired by Argentina. Photo: Mitova Photography.
A veranda overlooking the polo race track. Photo: Supplied.
Project by Meraki Mariages. Photo: Mitova Photography.
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Melia Desert Palm, a green sanctuary for a European-inspired wedding
Set amid a 160-acre polo estate with an inspiring natural environment, Melia Desert Palm is a green sanctuary just a few minutes away from Dubai city centre boasting three venues and unparalleled privacy. Between lush greens and olive trees, the Olive Garden is ideal for large gatherings while the Museum Lawn, with its washed out facade and stunning fountain courtyard, is ideal for more intimate weddings. With its green iron veranda overlooking the horse track and offering the most breathtaking sunset views, the Green Veranda is the perfect venue for a rehearsal dinner or a European cocktail hour. One of our all-time favorite venues, Melia Desert Palm offers state-of-the-art facilities and can house all of your guests in complete privacy.
Capacity: up to 70 guests in the Green Veranda; 180 in the Museum Lawn; and 800 in the Olive Garden
Sleeps: 47 private villas with pool
Location: 30 minutes from Downtown Dubai
Price: From AED 75,000 for the Green Veranda; AED 95,000 for the Museum Lawn and 195,000 for the Olive Garden
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AURA Skypool, the world’s highest 360°
infinity pool, for the iconic couple
Perched 210 meters above the sea level, AURA offers an extraordinary experience with breathtaking views of the iconic Dubai skyline, Palm Jumeirah, and the glistening Arabian Gulf horizon. Celebrate your wedding on the wooden decks, surrounded by the azur pool and the most iconic views of the city and dine as the city lights up, revealing an otherworldly skyline. Indoors, discover a large lounge fit for the most glamourous of parties. An unexpected venue for the fashion-forward couple and those who have larger-than-life dreams.
Capacity: 60 - 500 people with the indoor lounge
Sleeps: No rooms inside the venue, but many hotels from the St Regis to the Palm
Location: Palm Jumeirah
Price: From AED 390,000 (2pm - midnight)
Let us help you plan
your wedding in the UAE!
At Meraki Mariages, we specialize in organizing destination weddings for the non-traditional couple. Planning a wedding is no small task - but a destination wedding requires a lot more. We are your advocate and leverage our local expertise, deep connections and knowledge of the region to make your dream wedding come true. From designing your moodboard to selecting a venue, sourcing suppliers, organizing your pre- and post-wedding events, we handle everything from A to Z with professionalism and care. So you can enjoy the happiest day of your life, without the stress. If you're planning a wedding in France, let's chat - no strings attached!
