Golf and Wellness Tourism Thrive as Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Golf Estates Set to Open in Dubai

Published on October 15, 2025

Dubai is getting another slice of extreme luxury hospitality with the opening of the Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Golf Estates in 2030. The Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Golf Estates is the luxury hotel brand’s first dedicated golf resort and the third hotel in Dubai. The resort is located at the Jumeirah Golf Estates and is expected to provide an unmatched experience for golf lovers and luxury accommodation seekers alike.

“Golf Estates will be an exciting new addition to Jumeirah, with its wonderful residences and wide acclaim.” The Dubai resort will primarily cater to high-end “golf tourists.” It will include several branded residences, wellness amenities, and exclusive leisure facilities alongside other branded and signature amenities. The region is ski to become one of the major golf tourism destinations in the UAE. It is located in the heart of Dubai’s most exclusive residential and recreational areas and is an addition to the city’s booming hospitality and tourism industry.

A Golf Lover’s Dream at Jumeirah Golf Estates

For Mandarin Oriental’s guests, this resort will have direct access to the world-famous 18-hole untamed championship golf course of Jumeirah Golf Estates, which will be its main selling point. Golfers at the Mandarin Oriental will benefit from driving ranges, academies, and agronomy services, which will provide exceptional golfing experiences. Thus, this resort is more than just a luxurious retreat; it is also a destination for golf tourism.

The Golf course will also be accompanied by a Golf Clubhouse comprising of membership lounges, a pro shop, a sports bar, and a gym, which will ensure the guests enjoy the best of both golf and leisure. From experienced golfers to amateurs, visitors will be able to participate in every single component of the sport, solidifying Dubai’s position as a center for luxury golf tourism.

Exclusive Riding Facilities for Guests

For the first time with the Jumeirah Golf Estates resort, the Mandarin Oriental brand will also cater to horse riding enthusiasts. Along with the indoor and outdoor training facilities, the resort will also provide dedicated over 7,000sqm for horse riding stables that guests can rent. There will also be retail space, training facilities, and scenic riding trails that allow novices and advanced riders to appreciate the scenic vistas of the resort and the Jumeirah Golf Estates while riding.

This diversification into horse riding complements the rest of Dubai and reflects the city’s multifaceted charm. It guarantees that the resort will attract guests willing to spend lavishly and also satisfy the tourists’s desire for exclusive experiences for horseriding enthusiasts and equestrian tourism. With the addition of horseriding facilities, the resort will also reinforce it’s position as a pivot for tourists seeking leisure and activities at the same time.

Wellness and Luxury Amenities at the Spa

With a total area of 5,000sqm, the Spa at Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Golf Estates is designed to offer guests a truly rejuvenating and relaxing experience. With a vision of providing a haven of wellness, the spa will boast a balanced offer of wellness and leisure amenities including male and female wellness and swimming pools, a barber and a salon, an outdoor meditation area, and three swimming pools. Golfers and other guests will be able to restore and rebalance their body and mind after an active day on the golf course or the resort.

Guests at the Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Golf Estates will experience wellness tourism as an important component of the spa’s luxurious offerings enhanced by the tranquil setting of the environmentally preserve. They have integrated spa and primary wellness amenities to capture the increasing interest in wellness tourism.

An Indicator of Dubai’s Further Diversification of Tourism

Adding the Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Golf Estates will strengthen the reputation of Dubai as a high-end tourist destination. Hotel accommodations alongside breathtaking architecture such as the Burj Khalifa and the Palm Jumeirah, along with high-end shopping and dining, continue to draw millions of visitors each year. This new golf resort will continue to diversify the tourist offerings to this highly developed city.

Further, with the continued rise of luxury travel and niche tourism offerings, Dubai has positioned itself as a must-visit city on every luxury traveler’s itinerary. This uniquely developed golf resort adds to the city’s growing popularity as a luxury golf destination and continues to position Dubai as a leader in golf tourism in the Middle East.

The Impact on Dubai’s Economy and Tourism.

The opening of Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah with Golf Estates will impact Dubai’s tourism and hospitality sectors positively. The development will provide employment in hospitality, golf, and wellness centers, further fuelling Dubai’s economic growth. This will also bring in ultra-high networth individuals with a taste for the finer things in life, further enhancing Dubai’s luxury destination image.

For a long time, Dubai’s tourism infrastructure was known for offering desert safaris, luxury yachts, and many more. The addition of Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah with Golf Estates will enhance the Dubai tourism product by adding golf, wellness, and equestrian tourism in a serene luxury environment.

Conclusion: The Future of Luxury Tourism in Dubai

When unscheduled activities arise, the Dubai 2030 masterplan will expand Dubai’s already vast offerings. With the resort’s golf course and horse riding facilities, along with luxurious wellness services, the 2030 opening of Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Golf Estates will elevate the sophistication and opulence of Dubai’s resorts. As part of Ennismore’s expansion, it will further cement Dubai’s role as a global hub for luxury tourism, keeping the city active on the global travel scene.