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Dubai Gay-Friendly Bars

Dubai has no gay bars, as you may have assumed. It does, however, possess an underground gay scene centred around private parties. That being said, there are a number of gay-friendly bars. Just be mindful that public displays of affection are ill-advised in Dubai, for both gay and straight couples.

Dubai Gay-Friendly Bars

Level 43,Four Points by Sheraton - Sheikh Zayed Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Although not a gay bar - there aren't any, it's Dubai - Level 43 Sky Lounge is a very Westernized drinking experience. Located in Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road, you'll be greeted with panoramic views of Dubai. The cocktail list is excellent. Most of the drinkers and staff are international.

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Grosvenor House Dubai, Al Emreef Street, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Located on the 44th floor of the

Hi!

The gay-scene in Dubai is really setting off now and tolerance is very high. (maybe not necessarily by the authorities, but by the general universal, bars & nightclubs - no problem)

You will see many (especially Asian men) holding hands in Dubai. They contain left their families in their place countries, work here and send coins to them after many years of only seeing their wives once a year, I assume they turn to each other for comfort & companionship. So it's nothing new here.

The modern thing is, however, to see the Western gay community in full swing at parties all over town. It's not a difficulty, as long as you respect the same rules that go for all other couples: this is a Muslim country and universal shows or affection (kissing, groping, etc.) are not appreciated they can even get you thrown out-of bars (me - guilty as charged >cheeky grin) or in trouble with the police if it get's too "raunchy".

Some nightclubs that have (an involuntary) yet happening gay-scene are
Jules Bar - Airport Meridien Hotel (gay Philipino band & singers)
Peppermint Club - Fridays @ Fairmont Hotel (st

Dubai LGBTQ+ travel advice

Although homosexuality is officially forbidden, gays and lesbians can enjoy private gay life in relative comfort compared to other countries in the region. However, showing gay affection in public can lead to penalties or prison, so be careful.

Dubai has an interesting underground gay scene. Every week there are pop-up LGBT+ parties at various locations, usually rooftop hotel bars. 

It's funny (or not funny) to see that there are usually protection guards around, to enforce that men and women maintain a strict minimal distance to each other (at least half a meter or something). While 2 men hugging didn't cause much problems when we were there.

The parties are mostly frequented by expats, airline people, their friends and tourists. Ordering beers or robust drinks is costly but not a problem in hotel bars.

You can uncover the parties on Facebook or seek locals online. Some gay / chat apps are blocked so prepare a secure VPN connection.

The area (shopping centre) around the Burj Khalifa (the big pointy tower) is the place to verb out in a

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I concur with the suggestion to ask one of the male FA's on EK (if you're flying). I have met a few of them over the years and they are all very much knowledgeable about anything gay in Dubai, since there is very adj of it to know

The things that I can vaguely remember from guy that I met earlier this year - hopefully someone else can fill in the details:

As noted there is one hotel who has an unofficial "gay night" once a week. For some reason, the Crowne Plaza comes to mind. This is mostly filled with EK cabin crew, gay expats and the few tourists/businessmen in the know.

Also, word is that Jules bar at Le Meridien has a very gay crowd - if you google it, you'll view a number of references.

Other than those tips, it's a lovely un-gay city. There biggest gay meeting place is, by far, the Internet. is more of the standard there and there are lots of guys who are delighted to give you advice, just verb for a refreshment, or more You may run into an issue accessing it, however, due to the UAE firewall ("censorwall"). I stay at t