Are there any free swimming pools in Dubai?

There is no better way to beat the heat than taking a dip in a chilled pool, not to mention the thrill of being able to swim in a large mass of water set in the desert! Although there are hundreds of hotels in the city, nearly all of them with their own pools, there are very few places in Dubai where you can swim for free.

How to get a swimming pool permit in Dubai?

Dubai municipality has set certain rules and regulations which you have to comply with in order to get a construction permit for a swimming pool. Whether you are looking for a personal swimming pool in your property or a public swimming pool, you must adhere to the specific process only, so as to avoid the cancellation of your application.

How much is the lap pool in Dubai?

A day pass costs AED 250 with access to the private beach and a beach butler service that will bring you food and drinks wherever you are. The lap pool on the eighth floor of the Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel is 30 meters long and well worth the price of AED 75 for a weekday pass and AED 100 for a weekend day pass.

When is the best time to swim in Dubai?

Swimming is a popular pass time in Dubai, particularly in the summer months where temperatures approach the 50⁰C mark.

Are there any indoor swimming pools in Dubai?

Dubbed one of the world’s largest multi-purpose facilities, Hamdan Sports Complex is home to two Olympic standard indoor swimming pools in Dubai. Equipped with advanced moveable floors technology, these pools can be altered to offer varying depths. The diving boards are set at five different heights, going up to 10 metres high.

How to get swimming pool approval in Dubai?

The applicant is required to submit an application for the swimming pool approval in Dubai Municipality or DM online portal and mention the type of swimming pool (whether private or public). After successfully submitting the application and the documents, the applicant will then have to make a payment as per the approval type.

Is there an indoor swimming pool in Burj Khalifa?

The indoor pool in this Dubai hotel/residential skyscraper is open to all. Part of the Burj Club gym facility, this pool may not be a ladies-only indoor swimming pool in Dubai, but it hosts special ladies’ days all year round. The swimming pool in Burj Khalifa can be accessed via a day pass.