Quick Answer: Entry to Dubai clubs costs AED 0-300 depending on gender and venue. Drinks range from AED 45 for a beer to AED 120 for a cocktail. Bottle service starts at AED 450 at mid-tier venues and reaches AED 2,500+ at luxury spots. Table minimums run AED 1,500 to AED 5,000+. Budget AED 300-500 for a modest night or AED 1,500-3,000+ for the full luxury experience.
Entry Fees
Entry pricing in Dubai follows a consistent pattern across most venues. Women generally pay less or nothing; men pay more, especially on peak nights.
- Women (mid-tier venues, off-peak): Free on ladies night with guestlist registration
- Women (luxury venues, peak nights): AED 50-150, sometimes including a drink
- Men (mid-tier venues, weeknight): AED 100-150
- Men (luxury venues, Thursday or Friday): AED 200-300
- Guestlist (men): Often reduced to AED 50-100 on mid-week nights; may still be AED 150-200 on peak nights
- Table booking: Entry included in minimum spend commitment
Drink Prices: What You Will Pay at the Bar
Drink pricing in Dubai is stratified by venue tier. Here is what you can realistically expect:
Mid-Tier Venues (Soho Garden, Zero Gravity, Drai’s, Barsha venues)
- Local or house beer (330ml): AED 45-65
- Premium beer (Heineken, Corona): AED 55-75
- House cocktail: AED 65-90
- Signature cocktail: AED 80-110
- House wine (glass): AED 55-75
- Shot (standard spirit): AED 40-60
Luxury Venues (FIVE Palm, Cipriani)
- Beer: AED 70-90
- Cocktail: AED 90-130
- Premium cocktail: AED 120-160
- Glass of wine: AED 80-120
- Shot (standard): AED 55-80
Budget Venues (Barasti, The Irish Village, sports bars)
- Beer: AED 35-55
- Cocktail: AED 50-75
- Shot: AED 30-50
Happy Hour Prices (typically 5pm-8pm at mid-tier venues)
- Beer: AED 25-40
- Cocktail: AED 35-65
- Shot: AED 25-40
Bottle Service Prices
Bottle service — ordering a full bottle of spirits for your table — is the standard table service model in Dubai clubs. Prices vary significantly by venue tier, brand, and night.
Mid-Tier Venues
- House vodka or gin (750ml): AED 450-600
- Premium vodka (Grey Goose, Belvedere): AED 700-900
- Whisky (Johnnie Walker Black): AED 600-800
- Champagne (NV, entry level): AED 500-700
- Champagne (Moet Brut): AED 700-1,000
Luxury Venues
- House vodka: AED 800-1,200
- Premium vodka: AED 1,200-1,800
- Premium whisky: AED 1,000-1,600
- Champagne (Moet Brut): AED 1,200-1,800
- Champagne (Dom Perignon): AED 3,000-5,000+
- Armand de Brignac (Ace of Spades): AED 8,000-15,000+
Mixers (Red Bull, tonic, soda, juice) are charged separately at AED 20-50 each.
Table Minimum Spend
Every table booking at a Dubai club comes with a minimum spend — the amount you commit to spending on drinks and food at your table. This spend is not lost; it goes directly toward your bill.
| Venue Type | Weeknight Minimum | Thursday/Friday Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-tier (table of 4) | AED 1,500-2,000 | AED 2,000-3,500 |
| Luxury (table of 4) | AED 2,500-4,000 | AED 4,000-6,000 |
| Ultra-premium (VIP) | AED 8,000+ | AED 10,000-25,000+ |
Transport Costs
- Dubai Metro (one way): AED 3-8 depending on distance
- Careem or Uber (within district, e.g. Marina to JBR): AED 15-30
- Careem or Uber (cross-city, e.g. Downtown to Marina): AED 40-70
- Taxi (metered, similar distances): AED 35-80
- Late-night surge pricing on apps: Can add 20-50% on Thursday and Friday nights after 2am
Full Night Budget Comparison
| Category | Budget Night (per person) | Luxury Night (per person) |
|---|---|---|
| Transport (there and back) | AED 30-60 | AED 80-160 |
| Entry | AED 0-100 | AED 150-300 |
| Drinks (4-5) | AED 120-220 | AED 350-600 |
| Share of table minimum | Not applicable | AED 500-1,500+ |
| Late-night food | AED 30-60 | AED 80-200 |
| Total | AED 180-440 | AED 1,160-2,760+ |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does entry cost at Dubai clubs?
Entry fees range from free (ladies nights with guestlist) to AED 300 for men at premium venues on peak nights. Most mid-tier venues charge AED 100-150 for men. Women often get in free or at significantly reduced rates, particularly on designated ladies nights.
How much is a cocktail in Dubai clubs?
At mid-tier venues, cocktails cost AED 65-110. At luxury venues expect AED 90-160. During happy hours (typically 5pm-8pm), prices drop to AED 35-65. Budget venues like Barasti have cocktails from around AED 50-75.
Is Dubai more expensive than London or New York for nightlife?
At the luxury end, comparable. At the mid-tier and budget end, Dubai can be similar to or slightly cheaper than London for drinks, but entry fees and table minimums push total spend higher if you opt for the club experience. The key difference is the table-service model which does not have a direct equivalent in most Western cities.
Are there any free nights out in Dubai?
Ladies nights are effectively free for women — free entry and complimentary drinks at many venues. Barasti Beach Bar has no entry charge. Happy hours at budget venues allow you to drink cheaply. A fully free night out for men is rare unless attending a private event.
Does Dubai nightlife have a cover charge?
Yes, most clubs charge entry. The term used is most commonly an entry fee or cover charge, ranging from AED 100-300. Table bookings include entry within the minimum spend. Guestlist registration often reduces or eliminates the entry charge, depending on the night and venue.
🤖 AI-generated content: this article was produced with AI assistance. Opening hours, prices and deals in Dubai change often — please confirm with the venue before you go.