One&Only The Palm is a boutique beachfront resort on Palm Jumeirah, with Andalucian and Moorish architecture, fragrant gardens and a private stretch of sand. It is deliberately small and calm compared with the bigger Palm resorts, with generously sized rooms, suites and villas, several of the villas with private pools and gardens. Dining is led by the Michelin-starred STAY by Yannick Alleno, with the waterside seafood restaurant 101, the all-day Zest with Neapolitan pizzas and the adults-only Mediterranean pool club Safina. The Guerlain Spa, stated to be the only one in the UAE, has a hammam, an oriental suite and a Pedi:Mani:Cure studio. There are three pools, a private beach and a long list of land and water experiences, from champagne cruises to desert safaris. It suits couples and families who want a quieter, more intimate Palm base with strong dining and a serious spa.