JLT — Jumeirah Lakes Towers — is a cluster of high-rises arranged around landscaped lakes, and one of Dubai’s best-value, most easy-going neighbourhoods for eating and drinking. Right beside the Marina but far cheaper, JLT is where residents come for a great meal without the mark-up.
Walkable within its clusters and superbly connected, JLT rewards the curious diner. Here is how to make the most of it, as part of our main Dubai guide.
Getting your bearings in JLT
The district is split into clusters set around the lakes, each with its own run of cafes, restaurants and shops, with Dubai Marina just across Sheikh Zayed Road and lakeside walking paths tying it together.
Where to eat in JLT
JLT is packed with casual global dining and genuine hidden gems that locals swear by, at prices that beat the waterfront. Start with the best restaurants in Dubai and find a deal in the best dining offers.
Where to drink in JLT
Relaxed bars and after-work spots are a JLT speciality, from sports bars to lakeside terraces. Plan with Dubai happy hours and see the wider UAE nightlife guide.
Things to do
Lakeside walks and pocket parks make JLT a pleasant place to potter, and the Marina and its beach are a short hop away. Our roundup of things to do in Dubai has more nearby.
Where to stay
Hotel apartments and a handful of hotels make JLT a well-priced, central base within walking distance of the Marina.
Getting to JLT and around
The Metro (DMCC and Sobha Realty stations) and the Dubai Tram serve JLT directly, and each cluster is walkable once you arrive.
Best time to visit
Evenings are liveliest for the dining and bar scene; the cooler months are best for the lakeside walks.
Explore more of Dubai
Next door: Dubai Marina. Or head back to the main Dubai guide.