Five of the best Dubai penthouses for sale – in pictures

It has panoramic views of Dubai Creek, Downtown Dubai with Burj Khalifa and beyond. The huge living room has sliding doors to the front which open up, allowing fresh air to enter. The whole apartment has floor to ceiling glass windows and marble flooring. It has a built-up area of 9,850 sq ft.

2 - Price: Dh20.5 million. Located in Emirates Crown in Dubai Marina, this New York-style penthouse has four bedrooms and spans 7,600 sq ft. It comes with views of Palm Jumeirah and has been designed in a minimalist style.

Wooden flooring spans the whole property, while full height pivoting doors have been well positioned to allow unobstructed views throughout. It features a walk-in humidified Euro Cave cellar and the latest audio, video, air-conditioning and security systems. There's an individual studio for your chauffeur and a one bedroom self-sufficient housekeeping quarters discretely attached to the property, ensuring your in-house staff is taken care of.

Massive walk-in closets are included, while the property has extensive open spaces throughout.

3 - Price: Dh10.5 million. This penthouse is located at Marina Quays and has two bedrooms. It spans 3,341 sq ft. It is one of four penthouses in the development and has been modified from a three-bedroom. The terrace overlooks the entire Marina area.

Should you like the decor, the penthouse can be purchased fully furnished.

4 - Price: on application. Located in Sky Gardens in the DIFC, this penthouse spans 5,404 sq ft and has five bedrooms. It comes with plush fabrics from Fendi, mother of pearl walls by Maya Romanoff, and designer furnishings by Cavalli, Louis Vuiton and Visionnaire.

The lower floor features an open-plan living room that is enhanced by the views of the Downtown skyline, whereas the upper floor hosts four bedrooms.

5 - Price: Dh10.49 million. Located in Old Town Island, Downtown Dubai, this penthouse has four bedrooms and spans 3,100 sq ft. It has large chandeliers and marble flooring, and has an open plan kitchen and living area.

The master bedroom comes with a walk-in wardrobe and access to a terrace. It has views of Burj Khalifa. The large maid's room has a private bathroom.

According to property firm Luxhabitat, 19 Dubai penthouses costing an average of Dh9.7 million were sold in the first quarter of 2016. Take a look around these luxury pads currently on the market.