A new beach club situated between the UAE’s two largest cities is set to put Ghantout back on the map.
Beach club season is almost here. This year, the action is not limited to the usual hotspots in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. CALA 399 is preparing to open on the Ghantout coastline, creating a new reason to pull off the highway and make a day of it. Positioned between the two cities, the setting offers a laid-back escape with a quick commute, making it an easy choice for weekend plans.
Since the closure of Blue Marlin Dubai in 2019, Ghantout has become a place that many pass by without a second thought. CALA 399 looks set to change that. The beach club takes over the former party spot, turning this stretch of unspoilt shoreline into a lifestyle destination where music and the sea come together. Expect a barefoot energy built around DJ sets, shaded spots beneath the palms, and a programme of outdoor activities that make the most of a wide-open beachfront.
There is more to the story than sunbeds and soundtracks. According to its Instagram bio, CALA 399 will be part of a soon-to-launch Wyndham Resort Ghantout. That detail has sparked talk of a larger hospitality play in the area. It has also prompted speculation that the long-closed Golden Tulip Jazira Hotel and Resort could be in line for a new look. If confirmed, CALA 399 would not be a standalone venue but the anchor of a broader resort experience in Ghantoot. For guests, that means dining, leisure and stay options in one place, with the beach club at the heart of the scene.
CALA 399 is positioning itself as more than a day party. The plan includes cultural pop-ups, lifestyle events and community-led moments that carry the mood from morning to late. Think sunrise sessions, long lunches, golden hour gatherings and nights that lean into coastal beats.
Next time you are driving between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, consider taking the Ghantout exit. CALA 399 looks ready to turn a quick pit stop into a full day of sun, sand and sea.
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