Join the club: hotel club lounges are a business traveller's ultimate retreat, a place to switch off, unwind and be waited on hand and foot. BTME uncovers some of the best the world has to offer.

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1 Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai

This five-star business hotel has extraordinary Club Executive facilities located on level 42. It's known as a place where those accustomed to the finer things in life can go to relax and conduct informal business meetings. Guests staying in Club rooms, Club Premier rooms, Club Executive suites, Presidential and Royal suites receive exclusive access to the lounge along with a range of special privileges such as breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and a light dinner. Complimentary Wi-Fi internet, use of a laptop and a 3pm late check out are all provided as standard. Half-day boardroom hire is offered for those who need a private meeting space. Private butler and exclusive limousine transfers for guests staying in Club Executive and above, all make this extremely well-catered for business minded professionals.

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2 The Address Downtown, Dubai

If you've a penchant for tall towers and dancing fountains then this is the club lounge for you.

Inside the lounge, guests can enjoy no less than five complimentary food and beverage presentations throughout the …