Gay Dubai Dubai City Guide City Guides > United Arab Emirates > Gay Dubai Dubai Casey SiemaskoWith its futuristic skyline and ambitious architectural landscape, it doesn’t take long to see that Dubai is a city of superlatives. The biggest this. The tallest that. At times dubbed a Disneyland for adults, there’s no denying this evocative desert city is a veritable playground, overflowing with engineering wonders, diverse cuisine and designer boutiques. Dubai’s limitless verve isn’t slated to slow down anytime soon—meaning there’s never been a better time to visit this multicultural mecca of design and innovation. That said, we would be remiss not to mention that homosexuality remains illegal throughout the United Arab Emirates. As a gay tourist, you are unlikely to encounter any problems, provided that you avoid all public displays of affection. With that in mind, discover the best this ritzy Middle Eastern city has to offer with our definite gay Dubai guide. Feel like getting away? Take a trip planned just for you, and let us do all the work. Discover Trip Design Hotels Things to do Things to see Food & Drink Shopping Nightlife Trip Design Where to stay in DubaiBefore booking your Dubai hotel, it’s important to call to mind our above note that homosexuality is illegal in the United Arab Emirates. As a result, many hotels will require gay travellers to reserve a room with two single beds (as opposed to sharing a king or queen.) That said, international five-star brands tend to be the most accommodating to gay travellers—and our Dubai gay scene guide purposefully includes the most luxurious hotels where you are less likely to encounter discrimination. If upon arrival your bed preference is changed, we do not recommend arguing with the assigned sleeping arrangements—this is an unfortunate circumstance of visiting a locale where homosexuality remains illegal. Now, without further ado, here are our favourite upscale, Dubai hotels for a memorable gay getaway. Photo: Rishab Lamichhane The Bulgari Resort Dubai, situated on the exclusive Jumeira Bay Island, is a Mediterranean-inspired oasis of Italian glamourThank you for reading Mr Hudson.Subscribe to City Guides or log in to continue reading. Subscribe now Log inSpecial SelectionExclusive Mr Hudson offersOut now from gestaltenMr Hudson Explores Browse the BookExplore more The Myconian Arts: A Connoisseur's Guide to Greece's Most Seductive IsleMykonos is an island of contrasts—where weather-worn fishing boats bob in secluded coves as private helicopters sweep toward clifftop retreats. Its iconic whitewashed architecture provides a canvas for contemporary elegance, while legendary beach clubs set the stage for sun-soaked revelry. Whether you seek the refined energy of Super Paradise or the tranquil luxury of Agrari Beach, Mykonos invites you to indulge in a world where authenticity and opulence coexist in perfect harmony. Read story > Cologne City GuideKnown as the ‘other’ gay capital of Germany, Cologne is the less obvious – yet in no way inferior – gaycation destination of choice. To access this content, you must purchase City Guides subscription. Explore > The ultimate gay Germany itinerary: 2 weeks including gay AustriaRoad trip your way through forested towns and over mystic mountains laying a few breadcrumbs along the way so as not to get lost in the Grimm fairy tale magic of it all. Read story > Subscribe to our newsletterYou can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in the footer of our emails. We use Mailchimp as our marketing platform. By clicking below to subscribe, you acknowledge that your information will be transferred to Mailchimp for processing. Discover the world's most exquisite escapes JOIN THE CLUBJoin Mr Hudson's inner circle for curated luxury travel experiences, exclusive perks, and insider access