Burj Khalifa views
The infinity pool looks directly toward the Burj Khalifa, with especially striking views after dark and during the show.
ALTO 54
Downtown Dubai
ALTO 54 is a rooftop lounge bar and Mediterranean dining spot at Address Sky View in Downtown Dubai. Reviews highlight its infinity pool, close Burj Khalifa views, poolside food and drinks, and a relaxed setting that works for both daytime pool visits and evening celebrations.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
680 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Infinity pool
The infinity pool is the main draw, combining skyline views with clean towels, sunbeds and a comfortable water temperature.
Food quality
Reviews mention well-made poolside food, including a particularly successful truffle mushroom pizza and fresh juices.
Birthday touches
The team has marked birthdays with personal gestures such as a song, free mango shots for non-drinkers and fruit arranged with a candle.
Easy conversation
The music can stay lively without overwhelming conversation, making the venue more comfortable for a longer afternoon or dinner.
Clean facilities
One pool-day review specifically praised the cleanliness of the sunbeds and towels, with the pool area described as clean and organized.
Tips for a Better Visit
Book ahead. Book in advance: one review says the venue gets busy fast, particularly when you want the pool experience.
Arrive early. For more sunshine, arrive in the morning; a reviewer found the pool becomes shaded by mid-afternoon.
Choose loungers. If you arrive early, ask for loungers furthest to the left, which one reviewer found best for sun exposure.
Check inclusions. Ask about the entry arrangement before arriving: one review says the entry fee covered all food and drinks.
Stay late. A daytime visit can stretch into the evening if you want to watch the Burj Khalifa show from the venue.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Downtown
Burj Khalifa, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Shisha
Shisha is available for an evening visit; one guest said it lasted so long that the charcoal was replaced without being requested.
Mango cheesecake
Mango cheesecake was recommended as a dessert and described as superb.
Common Concerns
Safety incident
One guest reported being hit on the head by a loose rooftop umbrella and said there was no ice, first aid or incident report.
Small pool
A reviewer liked the service and view but found the pool itself a bit small.
Value concern
One guest described the food as mediocre and overpriced, so the setting may feel expensive if the meal does not land for you.
Juice complaint
A visitor who left shortly after arriving felt pressured to order a juice and said it was not fresh.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
250 AED
3 drinks and a plate of perfect fruit
“It cost only 250 AED, including 3 drinks and a plate of perfect fruit”Google review · December 2025
100aed
chairs
“Sitting by the back on the chairs require 100aed min spend per person”Google review · December 2025
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The Bottom Line
ALTO 54 is a rooftop lounge bar at Address Sky View in Downtown Dubai, built around its infinity pool and very close Burj Khalifa views. You can book a pool day, order food and drinks beside the water, or settle in for dinner, cocktails and shisha after sunset. The view is the clear reason to come, especially if you want to watch the Burj Khalifa show without going up the tower.
The food reviews are mostly positive and include a truffle mushroom pizza, fresh juices and mango cheesecake. The atmosphere can shift from relaxed lounge music to a livelier DJ-led pool vibe, while one hotel guest noted that the music was quiet enough for conversation. Birthday service is another recurring strength, with reviewers describing songs, fruit plates with candles and free mango shots for guests who do not drink alcohol.
Plan ahead. A review says advance booking is wise because the venue gets busy, and pool access may involve a spend or entry fee. Reported examples include a 600aed minimum for pool and pool beds, while another guest paid ¥600 for a sun lounger with food-and-drink credit.
Arrive in the morning for more sun; the pool can be shaded by mid-afternoon. One serious review reported a loose umbrella striking a guest, so rooftop safety concerns should not be ignored.