Villas in Dubai

Renting a villa in Dubai

A private villa is the most relaxed way to do Dubai with a family or a group. You get your own front door, a garden, usually a private pool, and room for everyone: most holiday villas here have four to six bedrooms, a maid's or driver's room, a full kitchen and space to eat together. Many are in gated communities with shared parks, tennis courts and golf, and the best ones on the Palm Jumeirah open straight onto a private beach. Every villa on this page can be booked on Booking.com, usually with free cancellation, and each has its own page with the bedrooms, size, facilities and a 3D fly-over of the area.

Palm Jumeirah villas

The fronds of the Palm are lined with Signature Villas and Garden Homes, and they are Dubai's most sought-after holiday villas. A typical frond villa has a private pool and garden that lead onto its own stretch of beach, with views across the water to the Dubai Marina skyline or the Burj Al Arab. They suit families and groups who want privacy and the beach, a short drive from Atlantis, Aquaventure and the restaurants of the Palm. Palm Jumeirah guide.

Family villas in Dubai's communities

Away from the coast, the green communities of Emirates Living (The Springs, The Meadows, Jumeirah Islands), Arabian Ranches, DAMAC Hills, Al Barsha and Mirdif have spacious villas and townhouses with gardens and community pools, often at a fraction of beachfront prices. They are quieter, close to golf courses and parks, and well placed for Expo City, Global Village and the Dubai Miracle Garden, but you will want a car or taxis to get around.

What to check before you book a villa

• Private or shared pool and beach. 'Private pool' means the pool is yours; community villas often share a pool.
• Security deposit. Large villas usually take a refundable deposit at check-in.
• House rules. Many communities do not allow parties or loud music, and some limit visitors.
• Extras. Ask whether daily housekeeping, a chef, airport transfers or a car can be added.
• Distance. Use the 3D map above to see how far each villa is from the beach, the metro and the places you want to visit.

When to book a Dubai villa

Villas are booked furthest ahead of anything in Dubai, especially for Christmas, New Year's Eve, Eid and the school holidays from December to April. If your dates are fixed, book as early as you can with free cancellation. From June to September prices fall sharply and a villa with a private pool is the best value in the city.

villa in Palm Jumeirah

Palm Jumeirah is the palm-shaped island off Jumeirah. Apartment towers line the trunk, private villas fill the fronds and the big resorts, including both Atlantis hotels, sit on the outer crescent.

Best for: families and groups who want a beach, a pool and a resort feel, and the biggest choice of 4-bedroom stays.

We list 18 here, including Signature 6BR Villa with Private Pool, Frond F, Palm Jumeirah, Beachfront 6BR Villa with Private Pool, Cabana and Beach, Frond P, Palm Jumeirah, Premier 6BR Villa with Private Pool, Frond E, Palm Jumeirah. Read our full guide to Palm Jumeirah.

villa in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)

Jumeirah Village Circle is a residential community inland from the Marina, with mid-rise buildings, parks and newer apartment blocks. Penthouses here are often larger for the money.

Best for: longer stays and groups on a budget who have a car.

We list six here, including Luxury 4-Bedroom Villa with Balcony, Gym and Pool, Arabian Ranches, Yogi - 4BR Villa with Private Garden, DAMAC Hills 2, GuestReady - Private 4BR Villa with Golf Course View. Read our full guide to Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC).

villa in Nad Al Sheba

Nad Al Sheba is a residential area south of Meydan, mostly villas and low-rise apartment buildings.

Best for: race days at Meydan and quieter family stays.

We list four here, including Luxury 5 Bedroom Villa Nad Al Sheba, Al Ali Island Villa, Vogue Vacation Homes - Four Bedroom Villa at The Fields by Elie Saab, Wadi Al Safa. Read our full guide to Nad Al Sheba.

villa in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT)

Jumeirah Lakes Towers is a cluster of towers around artificial lakes, across Sheikh Zayed Road from Dubai Marina.

Best for: marina-style views for less, with two metro stations.

We list three here, including Luxury 7BD Pool Villa with Huge Garden and Barbecue, Luxury 6-Bedroom Villa in Jumeirah Islands, Spacious 5-Bedroom Private Villa with Pool and Golf Access, The Meadows. Read our full guide to Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT).

villa in Discovery Gardens

Discovery Gardens is a residential community near Ibn Battuta Mall and Jebel Ali.

Best for: budget-friendly longer stays.

We list two here, including Luxury 6BR Villa with Private Pool, Sauna and Patio, Al Furjan, Yogi 3BR Townhouse Villa with Maid Room and Garden, Jebel Ali. Read our full guide to Discovery Gardens.

villa in Dubai Production City

Dubai Production City is a residential and media district near Sports City.

Best for: budget longer stays with a car.

We list two here, including Vogue Vacation Homes - 3-Bedroom Villa in The Springs, Emirates Living, Beautiful 2BR Villa in JVT. Read our full guide to Dubai Production City.