Cloud 22, the ethereal sky pool offering sweeping vistas of the iconic Palm Jumeirah, must be experienced to be truly appreciated. Infused with unconventional luxury, imaginative flair and cutting-edge refinement, Cloud 22 provides an idyllic setting for elevated drinks in one of the world’s most avant-garde cities. The space is meticulously designed to transport guests to a realm of opulence, featuring masterfully crafted cocktails, fresh Mediterranean cuisine and a captivating infinity pool. As the golden sun descends beyond the horizon, the atmosphere becomes electrifying, illuminated by twinkling lights and enhanced by an invigorating soundtrack.
Perched 96 metres above Dubai’s Palm and extending 90 metres in length, Cloud 22 boasts floating beds and private cabanas. Among its offerings is an exclusive two-storey VVIP cabana, complete with air conditioning, two elegant lounge rooms, a private bathroom, a breathtaking private pool, a suspended plunge pool and uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf and Palm Jumeirah.
Dine poolside or opt for a relaxed, sit-down meal within the heart of Cloud 22. The wide variety of dishes on the menu promises to satisfy every craving. At the helm of the kitchen is Chef Serhat Meci, with years of luxury culinary experience under his belt, his mouth-watering signatures include locally sourced smoked salmon and cream cheese caviar flatbread, Gillardeau oysters, classic Wagyu sliders and mouth-watering strawberry cheesecake. While the beverage menu includes much-loved signatures such as the The Cloud – featuring Tanqueray gin for a piney juniper and feint lemon zest to the Sunset Bliss featuring 818 Tequila Blanco for an ultra-smooth with a bright and crispy finish.
Designed by multi-award-winning GA Group, Cloud 22 features playful designs including the six acrylic Trumpets that adorn the sky pool, bringing a touch of nature to the great heights of the resort. At over five-metres tall, the Trumpets are topped by 110 flowers comprised of three parts per flower, resulting in 330 individually hand-blown pieces of glass throughout. Representative of the sky pool’s namesake, Cloud 22, each Trumpet is surrounded by its own individual vapor cloud which swirls around the flowers from day to night. While the Six Stem and Bloom installations that line the sky pool and comprise a dynamic stem and crystal chandelier that opens and closes to provide a delicate spot of shade or light for each cabana.
Alongside this, Cloud 22 is home to a Lotus Bar, inspired by the shape of a lotus leaf. Featuring a white steel structure 16 meters high and 26 meters wide from point to point, it boasts a swim-up bar perfect for sundowners.
Images courtesy of Cloud 22
