Hotels and restaurants in Dubai have launched a variety of offers ahead of the holy month of Ramadan. These include iftar and suhoor meal packages for individuals and groups, with prices starting from 60 AED and going up to 495 AED per person. The offers also feature royal majlis, outdoor lounges, and private cabins for VIP guests, costing up to 12,000 AED for 15-20 guests. Additionally, discounts on hotel room rates of up to 20% off the best available rate are included. All offers are valid until March 18, before Eid al-Fitr. A survey by 'Al Ittihad' revealed a varied price map for iftar and suhoor offers in hotel restaurants, depending on the hotel or restaurant's category, the nature of the experience, and the unique views from the Ramadan tent. A five-star desert resort resort's iftar package is priced at 449 AED for adults and 275 AED for children. Three-star hotels introduced economical offers starting at 60 AED in the Bur Dubai area and 65 AED in the Deira area. Luxury hotels offered buffet deals for groups at 185 AED per person with a minimum of 40 people, while another launched an offer for VIPs, families, and groups, featuring table reservations for 5 to 50 people at a rate of up to 495 AED per person. In luxury resorts in Palm Jumeirah, iftar prices start from 350 AED for adults and 150 AED for children, with an additional 15% discount on hotel accommodation for families of more than three people. Many hotel restaurants introduced early booking discounts of 15-20% on iftar and suhoor if booked a week in advance. Hotels also introduced accommodation packages with discounts of up to 20% when booking for more than one night. The price of buffets depends on several key factors, including the hotel's category and location, the variety and quality of dishes, and the ambiance and experience provided. Some restaurants allow children under five to eat for free, while others charge extra for hot and cold drinks and branded water. Some luxury restaurants require a prepayment of 50-100 AED per person to confirm a reservation, and cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance. A luxury resort offered VIP cabins and lounges with a minimum spending requirement for suhoor: tables starting at 160 AED per person, cabins up to 1,500 AED (for up to 7 guests), a VIP majlis for 3,000 AED (10-12 guests), an outdoor lounge for 2,500 AED (5-8 guests), and a 'royal majlis' for 12,000 AED (15-20 guests). Some venues have set special dress code rules, requiring long-sleeved shirts and prohibiting shorts. They also banned pregnant women and guests under 18 from entering the suhoor tents, in line with Dubai's laws. Waleed Awad, General Manager of Tamani Marina Hotel, stated that Dubai's hospitality sector during Ramadan focuses on attracting guests from both local and international markets, driven by the emirate's continuous tourism momentum. Occupancy rates during Ramadan are high, fueled by strong demand from international visitors. Dubai continues to solidify its position as a preferred destination for tourists worldwide. The demand for Dubai is constantly growing, reinforcing its status as a leading global destination. Ramadan is no longer a low-demand season but has become an active period attracting visitors seeking a unique experience. This year's meal prices are close to last year's 2025 levels, with some cases seeing a price decrease compared to the previous year due to an increase in the number of restaurants and Ramadan tents across Dubai. Most hotels have introduced special accommodation packages offering discounts of 10-20% off the best available rate when booking for more than one night, aiming to encourage longer stays. Dubai is transforming its Ramadan nights into a global hospitality festival, offering luxurious and affordable options amidst an authentic traditional atmosphere. Fathi Khodali, Regional Director of Hyatt Hotels Group in Dubai and General Manager of Grand Hyatt, confirmed that the demand for hotels in Dubai during the holy month of Ramadan is 'very strong.' The sector has not noticed any difference in performance compared to other months, reflecting the strength of the tourist demand on the emirate. He noted that the overlap of Ramadan 2026 with February and March, which are active tourism months, boosts expectations for strong occupancy rates similar to any other ordinary month in Dubai. The group's hotels are hosting tourist groups for conferences and business events during Ramadan, which supports room occupancy and boosts the sector's revenues.
