Nakheel Rixos Hotel & Residences

Rixos Hotel and Residences by Nakheel is the first luxury hotel and residential development on Dubai Islands, and the first Rixos branded residences in Dubai. Developed by Nakheel, the creator of Palm Jumeirah, The World Islands and the Dubai Islands masterplan, in partnership with Rixos Hotels and Resorts (part of the Accor global hospitality group), the development delivers an all-inclusive, all-exclusive resort lifestyle across four mid-rise nine-storey towers in Phase 1 and additional mid-rise twelve-storey buildings in Phase 2 Beach Residences launched November 2023. Residences span 1 to 3-bedroom apartments with spacious overhanging terraces, 4-bedroom duplexes with private pools, 2 and 3-bedroom beach houses with private gardens and terraces, and a limited collection of just 10 standalone villas with direct beach access ranging from 998 sqft to 11,507 sqft. All residences are finished to Rixos brand standards with branded high-end appliances, high-quality finishes, wood accents, floor-to-ceiling glazing, large terraces and seamless indoor-outdoor living. A 700-metre direct private beach, infinity pool, spa, gym, screening room, residents lounge, games room and planned promenade with restaurants and boutiques create the resort destination. Owners receive access to the exclusive Accor Owner Benefits Programme including discounted all-inclusive passes, spa discounts, 20% off at 5,500 Plus Accor hotels globally and automatic upgrades at arrival. ROI is projected at 7% to 8% annually.

• Unit Types: 1BR, 2BR, 3BR Apartments, 4BR Duplexes, 2BR and 3BR Beach Houses, Villas (10 Only)

• Starting Price: AED 2,600,000 (1BR)

• Payment Plan: 80/20 with 20% Booking, 60% During Construction, 20% at Handover

• Handover: Q4 2026 (Phase 1), Q1 2027 (Phase 2)

• Private Beach: 700 Metres Direct Sandy Beach Access

• Brand: Rixos Hotels and Resorts, Accor Group Luxury Hospitality Brand

• Accor Benefits: All-Inclusive Pass Discounts, Spa Discounts, 20% Off at 5,500 Plus Hotels, Automatic Upgrades

• ROI: 7% to 8% Projected Annually

• Distinction: First Branded Residences and Luxury Development on Dubai Islands

• Developer: Nakheel, Creator of Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Islands Masterplan

• First luxury hotel and branded residential development on Dubai Islands, and first Rixos branded residences in Dubai, first-mover positioning on a government-backed mega destination

• 700 metres of direct private sandy beach for all residents, no comparable private beach offering at this scale in any current Dubai Islands project

• Rixos Hotels and Resorts under Accor Group providing five-star hotel-grade concierge, valet, spa, beach management and all-inclusive lifestyle from day one of handover

• Accor Owner Benefits Programme: 20% off at 5,500 Plus global hotels, automatic upgrades at arrival, VIP reservation desk, discounted Rixos all-inclusive pass and spa

• Projected 7% to 8% ROI with branded residence premium of 25 to 50% above non-branded product per Cushman and Wakefield

• Nakheel, creator of Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Islands masterplan, the most credible master developer in UAE for waterfront destination creation

• Dubai Islands: 17 sqkm, 86 km of planned beaches, 9 marinas, 80 Plus hotels planned, government-backed under Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan

• Only 10 standalone villas with direct beach access at AED 32.5M, among the scarcest ultra-luxury waterfront product in Dubai

• Building A1 sold out at launch confirming strongest absorption of any Dubai Islands residential product

• 18 minutes from Dubai International Airport, 25 minutes from Downtown Dubai via Infinity Bridge

• A la carte hotel services from day one: catering, personal chef, personal trainer, housekeeping, dog walking, floristry

• AED 2M Plus qualifies for UAE 10-Year Golden Visa for buyer and immediate family

• Freehold ownership, 100% foreign ownership permitted, zero income tax and zero capital gains tax

• Located on Dubai Islands, Five Artificial Islands North of Deira, Formerly Known as Deira Islands

• Infinity Bridge to Dubai Mainland 6 Minutes Drive

• Deira 15 Minutes Drive

• Gold Souk and Spice Souk 15 Minutes Drive

• Dubai International Airport (DXB) 18 to 20 Minutes Drive

• BurJuman 18 Minutes Drive

• Dubai International Cruise Terminal Adjacent on Dubai Islands

• Souk Al Marfa on Dubai Islands (7,000 Shops and Pavilions) Within Community

• Downtown Dubai 25 to 26 Minutes Drive

• Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall 25 Minutes Drive

• DIFC 25 Minutes Drive

• Dubai Design District (d3) 20 Minutes Drive

• Dubai Creek Harbour 20 Minutes Drive

• Business Bay 25 Minutes Drive

• Dubai Marina 35 Minutes Drive

• Planned Marinas, Golf Courses, Water Parks and Beach Clubs Within Dubai Islands Masterplan

Rixos Hotel and Residences delivers a genuine five-star branded resort lifestyle programme for residents, combining hotel-managed amenities, Rixos's signature all-inclusive philosophy and Accor's global owner privileges into a single waterfront residential address unique in all of Dubai Islands.

• 700 Metres of Direct Private Sandy Beach with Beachside Snack Bar, Sunbeds and Umbrellas

• Adults-Only Infinity Pool with Panoramic Arabian Gulf Views, Sundeck and Loungers

• Children's Swimming Pool with Play Features

• Beach Level Pool and Resort Recreation Deck

• Rixos Brand Spa with Professional Treatment Rooms

• Steam and Sauna Rooms for Wellness and Recovery

• Fully Equipped Gymnasium with Modern Equipment

• Wellness Activities and Water Sports at 700-Metre Private Beach

• Residents Lounge for Social and Private Events

• Screening Room and Cinema for Resident Use

• Games and Gaming Zones

• Lobby Cafe for Daily Dining and Coffee

• Landscaped Podium Gardens and Lush Green Terraces

• Children's Indoor and Outdoor Play Areas

• 24-Hour Concierge Services

• Valet Parking Service

• Doorman Services at All Entrances

• Common Area Maintenance, Common Area Housekeeping and WiFi Internet Included in Service

• Planned Promenade with Restaurants and Boutiques Along Dubai Islands Beach

• Accor Owner Benefits Programme: Discounted All-Inclusive Pass for Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel and F&B, Discounts on Rixos Spa Treatments, 20% Off Best Available Rate at 5,500 Plus Accor Hotels Worldwide, Automatic Room Upgrades at Arrival, VIP Reservation Desk Access Globally

• A La Carte Services (Additional Charge): Residence Catering, Personal Chef, Personal Trainer and Fitness Instruction, Shopping Services, Dog Walking and Pet Minding, Housekeeping, Floristry

• Dedicated Covered Parking per Unit

• 24/7 Security

• 1 Bedroom Apartment -Unit Type: 1 Bedroom Apartment with Overhanging Terrace, Size: 1,296 to 1,828 sqft (120 to 170 Sq. M),Floors: Up to 9 (Phase 1) or 12 (Phase 2)

• 2 Bedroom Apartment -Unit Type: 2 Bedroom Apartment with Overhanging Terrace, Size: 1,501 to 2,173 sqft (139 to 202 Sq. M), Starting Price: AED 4,560,000

• 3 Bedroom Apartment - Unit Type: 3 Bedroom Apartment with Terrace and Optional Private Pool, Size: 2,593 to 4,880 sqft (241 to 453 Sq. M), Parking: 2 Covered Spaces, Price: Available on Request

• 4 Bedroom Duplex with Private Pool - Unit Type: 4 Bedroom Duplex Apartment with Private Pool and Terrace, Size: Approximately 4,650 sqft (432 Sq. M), Configuration: Two-Level Duplex Layout, Starting Price: AED 17,240,000

• Beach House (2BR and 3BR) - Unit Type: 2 Bedroom and 3 Bedroom Beach House with Private Garden and Terrace, Starting Price: AED 9,330,000

• Standalone Villa Residences (10 Only) - Unit Type: Standalone Villa Residence, Size: Approximately 6,351 sqft (590 Sq. M) Plus Outdoor Space, Starting Price: AED 32,500,000

• Payment Plan: 80/20

• On Booking: 20% down payment

• During Construction (Phase 1 Milestone Schedule):

• December 2023: 10%

• March 2024: 10%

• July 2024: 10%

• November 2024: 10%

• March 2025: 10%

• September 2025: 10%

• On Handover: 20% at Q4 2026 (Phase 1) or Q1 2027 (Phase 2)

• Buyers for Phase 2 and later purchases should confirm current instalment schedule with sales team

Market Snapshot

• Projected ROI of 7% to 8% annually for Rixos Dubai Islands branded residences, above Dubai apartment market average

• Rixos Hotel and Residences is the first luxury hotel and branded residential development on Dubai Islands, creating a permanent first-mover premium as the island develops

• Dubai Islands is a government-backed Nakheel masterplan with 17 sqkm of total area, 86 km of planned beaches, 9 marinas, 80 Plus hotels in planning phase, directly supported by Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan

• Rixos brand under Accor Group brings 5,500 Plus global hotel network, institutional brand credibility and global buyer recognition to every Rixos Dubai Islands residence

• Branded residences in Dubai command 25 to 50% premium above non-branded product per Cushman and Wakefield data, a premium that compounds as Dubai Islands matures

• Building A1 (Phase 1) was fully sold out, confirming the strongest absorption rate of any Dubai Islands development at launch

Rental Yield

• Projected gross yields of 7% to 8% annually for Rixos Dubai Islands branded residences

• 1BR at AED 2.6M estimated gross annual rental income of AED 182,000 to AED 208,000 at 7% to 8% yield

• 2BR at AED 4.56M estimated gross annual rental income of AED 319,200 to AED 364,800 at 7% to 8% yield

• 700-metre private beach, Rixos branded management, spa and infinity pool position residences for premium short-term Airbnb rates from day one of Q4 2026 handover

• Accor Owner Benefits Programme including all-inclusive pass discounts and Rixos spa discounts add tangible monetary value to every owner beyond yield

• A la carte hotel services from day one of handover create immediately rentable product appealing to Dubai's premium short-term holiday rental market

Capital Appreciation

• Dubai Islands prices will appreciate as the 80 Plus hotels and 9 marinas planned for the islands are delivered over 2026 to 2035, transforming the archipelago into Dubai's premier beachfront destination

• Rixos as the first branded residential development on Dubai Islands positions buyers for the strongest appreciation curve as the island matures, mirroring early Palm Jumeirah buyer appreciation patterns

• Branded residence premium of 25 to 50% above non-branded waterfront product is a sustained and compounding premium validated across all Dubai branded residential markets

• Only 10 standalone villas at AED 32.5M with direct beach access represent some of the most exclusive and appreciating real estate in Dubai's entire residential market

• Nakheel's track record as the creator of Palm Jumeirah, the world's most successful man-made island community, provides the strongest possible developer credibility for Dubai Islands buyer confidence

• 20% at Q4 2026 to Q1 2027 handover is approaching, giving buyers a near-term premium city beachfront address

Price Per Sqft Value

• 1BR from AED 2.6M at 1,296 to 1,828 sqft for a Rixos branded beachfront apartment with 700-metre private beach, Accor Owner Benefits and resort hotel management on Dubai Islands is strongly competitive for branded island product in Dubai

• Comparable branded beachfront product in Palm Jumeirah and Emaar Beachfront transacts at significantly higher price per sqft, making Rixos Dubai Islands a first-mover value opportunity

• 80/20 plan with 20% booking and 20% at handover provides manageable cash flow with 60% spread across six construction instalments

• Beach houses at AED 9.33M with private garden and terrace represent exceptional value for ground-level private outdoor living with 700-metre beach access

Key Risk to Note

• 20% at Q4 2026 to Q1 2027 handover is approaching, initiate mortgage pre-approval immediately if needed

• UAE residents access up to 80% LTV mortgages, non-residents up to 50% LTV

• Dubai Islands retail, dining and lifestyle infrastructure is still activating and will take 2 to 3 more years post-handover to reach full maturation

• A minimum 3 to 5 year hold post-handover recommended for full island appreciation trajectory capture

Q1. What makes Rixos Dubai Islands unique in Dubai's waterfront market?

Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel and Residences is the first luxury hotel and branded residential development on Dubai Islands, and the first Rixos branded residences in Dubai. No other Dubai Islands development offers a 700-metre direct private beach, Rixos all-inclusive philosophy hotel management, Accor Owner Benefits Programme (20% off at 5,500 Plus hotels, automatic upgrades, discounted all-inclusive passes) and a limited collection of just 10 standalone villas with direct beach access. Building A1 sold out at launch confirming the strongest absorption of any Dubai Islands product.

Q2. What are the Accor Owner Benefits and how do they work?

All Rixos Dubai Islands residence owners receive automatic enrollment in the Accor Owner Benefits Programme. Benefits include a discounted All-Inclusive Pass for Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel and F&B (meaning stay in your hotel next door at a heavily discounted all-inclusive rate), discounts on all Rixos Dubai Islands Spa treatments, 20% off the best available rate worldwide at any of the 5,500 Plus participating Accor hotels globally, automatic room upgrades on arrival at Accor hotels, and access to a VIP reservation desk. These benefits have tangible financial value beyond the property itself.

Q3. What is the payment plan and handover timeline?

80/20 with 20% on booking, 60% across six construction instalments through 2023 to 2025, and 20% at Q4 2026 handover for Phase 1 (Q1 2027 for Phase 2). Buyers entering now should confirm updated instalment schedule with the sales team. UAE residents access up to 80% LTV mortgages, non-residents up to 50% LTV at handover.

Q4. What rental income can I expect?

Projected 7% to 8% gross yield. On a 1BR at AED 2.6M that is approximately AED 182,000 to AED 208,000 annually. 700-metre private beach, Rixos branded hotel management and Accor all-inclusive positioning support premium short-term Airbnb and holiday rental rates above all non-branded Dubai Islands product. A la carte hotel services from day one make units immediately rentable.

Q5. How does Dubai Islands compare to Palm Jumeirah as an investment?

Dubai Islands is at the same early development stage as Palm Jumeirah was in the mid-2000s, backed by the same developer Nakheel with full government support under Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. With 80 Plus hotels in planning, 9 marinas, 86 km of beaches, 17 sqkm of total island area and an existing cruise terminal and Souk Al Marfa, Dubai Islands is arguably the largest ongoing destination creation project in Dubai. Rixos is the first residential branded product on the islands, positioning buyers for the same early first-mover appreciation trajectory that early Palm Jumeirah buyers experienced.