Lusso Travel Ltd, No. 1 Glasshouse - 1LG1,
Alderley Park, Alderley Edge, Cheshire, SK10 4TG
Jumeirah Al Qasr is unashamedly resplendent, its entrance fountain decorated with rearing golden horses and its lobby lit by a five-tonne crystal chandelier.
Designed to echo a traditional royal summer residence, Al Qasr is the most formal and striking of the Madinat hotels.
The arrival is dramatic - guests approach along a palm-lined drive, greeted by carved doors and wide views of the canal network.
Rooms are spacious, with polished floors, carved woodwork and balconies looking onto the sea, gardens or waterways.
The beach and pool areas are generous, with quieter corners as well as family-friendly spaces and attentive service throughout.
Feels well suited to longer stays, where the scale of the resort, range of dining and sense of privacy really come into their own.