About Summer House
Set on the soft golden arc of the Madinat Jumeirah beachfront inside the Jumeirah Al Naseem resort, Summer House is the Madinat's most relaxed all-day beach club — a sunlit pavilion of natural linen, pale travertine, driftwood and clay planters that feels more Greek-island villa than hotel dining room. The pool sits a few steps from the sand; the sand runs directly into two kilometres of shared Madinat private beach; and from almost every sunbed, bar stool and dining table you can see the Burj Al Arab rising on the horizon.
Where FIVE Palm is all-pool-party and SAL is all-white-tablecloth, Summer House is the easy middle: chic enough for a date-night lunch, calm enough to bring a toddler, reasonably priced enough that Dubai residents keep it in their regular rotation. Day passes start at AED 300 on weekdays and AED 450 on weekends, both fully redeemable against food and drink — meaning a couple ordering a sharing plate, two mains and a bottle of rosé effectively eat for free.
The Mediterranean kitchen is run by a team that leans modern rather than rustic. Expect wood-fired flatbreads, octopus carpaccio, a truffle pizza that has become semi-famous, a shellfish linguine worth the order, and house-made ice creams at the sunbeds. The bar holds one of the better Provençal and Italian rosé selections on the Jumeirah coast, and a small but well-picked cocktail list — the Basil Smash and the Spicy Paloma are the regulars' order.
The experience is pool-first, beach-second: the pool is long, rectangular, edged with beds under fixed parasols, and occupies the shaded half of the property. Beyond it a short set of steps drops onto the Madinat Jumeirah private beach — a shallow-gradient, calm-water shoreline shared with Jumeirah Al Naseem, Mina A'Salam and Jumeirah Al Qasr. For families this matters: the water is clear and chest-deep a long way out, lifeguards are on duty, and the Wild Wadi waterpark entrance is a 5-minute abra ride away.
What's included
Rectangular Pool
Lap-length pool with shallow end, parasol-shaded loungers on two sides.
Madinat Beach Access
Full use of the 2km shared Madinat Jumeirah private beach — calm, shallow, lifeguarded.
Family-Friendly
Kids menu, high-chairs, shallow pool area and stroller-accessible pathways throughout.
Burj Al Arab View
Unobstructed northern sightline to Dubai's most iconic hotel from almost every seat.
Wood-Fired Kitchen
Pizzas, flatbreads, grilled fish and shared Mediterranean plates all day.
Rosé Bar
Provençal and Italian rosés by the glass, craft cocktails and a compact wine list.
Beach Service
Food and drink delivered to your sunbed or cabana — no need to leave your spot.
Cabanas
Private shaded cabanas with sofas, table, mini fridge — sleep up to 6 guests.
Showers & Changing
Clean indoor showers, changing rooms and lockers — all complimentary.
Free Wi-Fi
Fast hotel-grade Wi-Fi across the entire beach club and pool deck.
Talise Spa Access
Day-pass holders can bolt on discounted Talise Spa treatments next door.
Soft Soundtrack
Mediterranean acoustic and melodic house — volume kept conversation-friendly.
Free Valet
Complimentary valet parking through the Jumeirah Al Naseem main entrance.
Abra to Wild Wadi
Free Madinat abra service connects to Wild Wadi entrance — 5-minute ride.
Towels & SPF
Fresh towels on arrival; SPF 30 and 50 provided free at every sunbed.
Garden Setting
Palms, olive trees and jasmine hedges provide real shade even at midday.
The beach, the pool, the view
Day pass & cabana pricing
All day-pass rates are fully redeemable against food and drink at Summer House. Children under 4 are free; 4–12 charged 50% of adult rate.
| Type | Weekday (Mon–Wed) | Weekend (Thu–Sun) | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult day pass | AED 300 | AED 450 | Sunbed, towel, F&B credit, beach + pool access |
| Child day pass (4–12) | AED 150 | AED 225 | Shared sunbed, towel, kids F&B credit |
| Child under 4 | Free | Free | Shared with parent bed |
| Premium sunbed (front row) | AED 400 | AED 600 | Best Burj Al Arab sightline, priority service |
| Cabana (up to 6 guests) | AED 1,200 min spend | AED 1,800 min spend | Shaded private cabana, table, mini fridge, dedicated waiter |
| Family cabana (up to 8 guests) | AED 1,800 min spend | AED 2,500 min spend | Larger cabana, extra lounger, reserved beach zone |
| Sunset session (after 4pm) | AED 180 | AED 250 | Half-day rate, towel, F&B credit, pool + beach access |
Jumeirah group hotel guests receive complimentary access. Prices include 5% VAT, 7% municipality fee and 10% service charge. Privilee accepted weekdays only.
Food & drink
From the Oven
The heart of Summer House. Wood-fired flatbreads with labneh and za'atar; margherita and four-cheese pizzas; the signature Truffle Pizza with black truffle, fior di latte and 24-month Parmigiano; focaccia by the board; a lamb-and-feta manousheh only locals know about.
Sea & Shore
Octopus carpaccio with preserved lemon; grilled prawns with chilli and lime; a whole grilled sea bass for two with salsa verde; shellfish linguine that regularly sells out by 2pm; tuna tartare with avocado and crispy capers. All seafood is day-landed and served with Aegean simplicity.
Garden & Grill
Greek village salad with oregano vinaigrette; burrata with sun-blushed tomatoes; chicken souvlaki skewers; grilled halloumi with honey and thyme; a proper rib-eye with chimichurri; a vegetarian pizza with artichoke, olive and rocket that converts meat-eaters. Kids menu includes chicken skewers, mac and cheese, pizza margherita and grilled fish fingers.
Bar & Rosé
One of the better Provençal and Italian rosé lists on the Jumeirah coast — Miraval, Whispering Angel, Minuty, Ottella — by glass or bottle. Cocktails lean Mediterranean: Basil Smash, Spicy Paloma, Aperol Spritz, Limoncello Sour. A compact wine list of mostly Italian, French and Lebanese bottles; kids have fresh-pressed juices, mocktails and house-made ice creams.
Practical info
Getting there
Jumeirah Al Naseem is inside the Madinat Jumeirah cluster. Taxi / Uber drops you at the main lobby; follow signs to Summer House (2-minute walk through the garden). Valet free; self-parking is adjacent. No metro within walking distance.
Dress code
Smart beachwear. Cover-ups are expected at the bar and restaurant tables. Evenings lean more chic — linen trousers, resort dresses. No sports shorts indoors after 6pm.
Best time to arrive
Open 10am–11pm. Arrive before 11am on weekends to secure front-row sunbeds. Lunch peaks 1–3pm; sunset (4:30–6:30pm in winter) is the most photogenic window — the Burj Al Arab catches golden light.
Kids policy
Fully family-friendly — no age restriction. Under-4s free on the parent's sunbed; ages 4–12 charged at 50%. High-chairs, changing facilities, a kids menu and a shallow pool zone (1.2m) all available.
Booking tips
Weekends and school holidays book out 2–3 weeks ahead; weekdays are usually walk-in friendly. Cabanas for Friday and Saturday require booking 3–4 weeks in advance. Use the form above or call +971-4-366-6730.
Payment
All major cards accepted. Apple Pay and Google Pay at all terminals. Jumeirah in-house guests can charge to room. Privilee membership gives complimentary weekday entry (weekends excluded). Cash accepted but not encouraged.
What guests say
4.5 / 5 from 738 reviews · Google, TripAdvisor and hotel guest surveys aggregated.
"Exactly what you want from a Dubai day — pool, beach, proper wood-fired pizza, Burj Al Arab view, and kids genuinely welcome. The truffle pizza is not a gimmick, it's excellent. We came for lunch and stayed seven hours."— Sarah H., London · March 2026
"Brought the family including a 2-year-old and a 9-year-old. Staff could not have been more accommodating — high-chair, kids menu, the shallow pool end was perfect, and the Madinat beach is genuinely the calmest water in Dubai. Better value than FIVE Palm."— Mohammad A., Abu Dhabi · February 2026
"Relaxed, elegant, great rosé list. Knocked one star because the pool gets crowded 1–3pm on weekends — go early or go sunset. Food is consistently good rather than fireworks, but the view and vibe make up for it."— Emma R., Dubai resident · January 2026
Frequently asked questions
How much is a day pass at Summer House?
AED 300 weekday / AED 450 weekend for adults, both fully redeemable against food and drink. Children 4–12 pay 50%; under 4s are free. Premium front-row sunbeds add AED 100–150.
Is Summer House suitable for kids?
Yes — it's one of the most family-friendly full-service beach clubs in Dubai. Kids menu, high-chairs, shallow pool zone, calm shallow beach, lifeguards, stroller-friendly paths, and a free abra to Wild Wadi next door.
Can I access the Madinat beach with a Summer House pass?
Yes. Day-pass holders get the full 2km shared Madinat Jumeirah private beach, which runs in front of Al Naseem, Mina A'Salam and Al Qasr. Other hotel pools and Wild Wadi waterpark are not included.
Is alcohol served at Summer House?
Yes, full licence. The bar focuses on Provençal and Italian rosé, craft cocktails and a compact wine list. Alcohol is not served poolside to guests under 21 even if parents order — standard UAE rule.
Does Summer House accept Privilee?
Yes, Privilee membership is accepted for complimentary weekday day-pass access. Weekends, public holidays and peak-season dates (Dec 20–Jan 5, Eid) are excluded per standard Privilee rules.
What's the cancellation policy?
Day-pass bookings can be cancelled up to 24 hours before arrival with no charge. Cabana bookings require 48 hours notice; inside that window, 50% of the minimum spend is charged. No-shows forfeit the full minimum spend.
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Family-friendly, Mediterranean, Burj Al Arab view — and your day pass buys the lunch.
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