Al Majara Dubai Marina

Located on the northern shore of the iconic Dubai Marina, the Al Majara community was developed by Emaar, a leading real estate developer providing supreme hospitality and international-standard residential solutions. It was launched in 2003 and was completed after 3 years. Offering both properties for sale and rent, the project comprises of five towers of varying heights and a community health club. One of the towers is Nuran Marina Serviced Residence, an upscale 10-storey hotel-apartment building. Nuran Marina Serviced Residence was later acquired by the Abu Dhabi-based real estate firm Eshraq Properties in 2012.

Dubai Marina is an up-market address where some of the most affluent communities and world-class tourist attractions are located. This oceanside neighbourhood is also home to several high-quality residential apartments. Advantages of living in Dubai Marina include easy access to educational, shopping and leisure amenities as well as transportation facilities.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Dubai Marina
• Developer: Emaar Properties
• Date of completion: 2006
• Number of units: 1,100
• Unit type: 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments
• Amenities: resort spa and fitness club, gymnasium, swimming pool, sauna, indoor play area for kids, Jacuzzi, steam room, meeting room and mini theatre.

Al Majara Building residents are offered free on-site parking, for which reservation is not required but this is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Visitors can use street parking or use the paid parking options around the building. This ensures that residents and visitors don’t have to go through much trouble finding a parking space.

All apartment towers in Al Majara Dubai have high-speed elevators. Along with the passenger elevators, there are service elevators in Al Majara Dubai Marina to provide smooth transportation of furniture and other items.

Al Majara Building is sourced by a power backup system for ensuring an uninterrupted supply of electricity. The security staff in Al Majara Dubai Marina are on watch around the clock. Surveillance cameras are installed in all non-private areas and floors of the complex such as the entrance foyer, lobby, elevators and parking areas. The building also has a maintenance staff to ensure a clean environment at all times. Emaar provides water and electricity supply to the community.

Al Majara apartments offer the comfort and luxury of a sauna and Jacuzzi as well as the refreshing fun of swimming pools. There is also a gym with modern equipment. All of these are part of Super Resort Spa and Fitness Club.

There is a cinema room with an international-style home theatre system. Residents can use it for private movie screenings for a small group. Also featuring an indoor play area, the building provides a fun and learning environment for the little ones while their parents are away.

Al Majara Dubai has a reliable 24-hour concierge service. It assists the residents with front-desk services.

Al Majara complex is a pet-friendly development. However, residents should make sure to adhere to the Dubai Municipality’s regulations regarding keeping pets. This includes microchipping and annual vaccination.

Bayut has worked on creating a simple format for 2D and 3D floor plans on the website. You can easily find the unit type and bed type you’re interested in by browsing Al Majara floor plans.

Al Majara offers an overall selection of 1-bed, 2-bed and 3-bed unfurnished and furnished flats as well as hotel apartments.

The average surface area of 1-bed units in Al Majara have a minimum limit of 800 sq. ft. whereas the maximum area is 1,100 sq. ft. A fitted kitchen, marina facing balcony, well-lit and spacious living area are some of the most prominent features of 1-bed units for rent in Al Majara Dubai that attract tenants. Some units with 1 bedroom come with one bathroom while some have an extra one to cater to guests.

Featuring an area range of 1,303 sq. ft. to 1,591 sq. ft., 2-bedroom units in Al Majara Dubai Marina are ideal homes with tiled floors, fitted wardrobes and full-length windows. The floor plans in these apartments include a well-designed kitchen with marble counters, an airy lounge with lots of space, 2 bedrooms and bathrooms. There is also a terrace looking over the beautiful Dubai Marina skyline.

3-bedroom units in Al Majara Dubai Marina have floor plans that spread across an area range of 2,057 sq. ft. to 2,287 sq. ft. These units incorporate 3 bedrooms and three to four bathrooms along with a kitchen, study, balcony and lounge. Units come with high-end fixtures and finishing. Tall, double glazed windows in the units offer air and light during the day that saves electricity.

These figures are based on the services charges for Al Majara Dubai Marina* as per the Dubai Land Department.

There are many different types of Dubai service charges, read up on the service charges guide if you are interested in buying a property in Dubai.

*These charges are subject to change.

The closest bus stop near Al Majara Dubai Marina is the Jumeirah Beach Residence bus stop at a distance of 4 minutes. It takes a 7-minute drive to reach JLT, Business Center bus stop.

Dubai Marina metro station is located just a 6-minute drive away from Al Majara Building. Other Dubai Metro stations located within a 10-minute drive include DMCC Metro Station, Jebel Ali Metro Station and Ibn Battuta Metro Station.

Just a couple of steps from Al Majara Building, residents will find several upscale restaurants in Dubai Marina. These include:

• Kitchen Café
• Asil Restaurant
• The Cheesecake Factory
• Charm Thai

Reachable within a minute’s walk is Charm Thai, a Thai restaurant that offers a list of Thai foods. One of the high-end American restaurants in Dubai, The Cheesecake Factory, is just 6 minutes away. The place is an ideal spot for those with a sweet tooth. Their Godiva Chocolate Cheesecake and Salted Caramel cheesecake are the most popular dishes.

Located a 6 minutes drive away, Kitchen Cafe is a go-to place for many residents. The place serves several delicious foods, including chicken shawarma, shish tawook, grilled chicken breast and an array of salads.

Fine-dining eateries near Al Majara Dubai Marina:

• Celebrities
• The Cavendish Restaurant

Celebrities is a fine-dining eatery located at a distance of 10 minutes. Featuring a menu based on European cuisine, the eatery offers plenty of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.

Those looking for a place to enjoy a hearty British buffet can head to The Cavendish Restaurant at a distance of 12 minutes. The restaurant offers a kid-friendly environment with high-speed WiFi, valet parking, wheelchair accessibility and indoor and outdoor seating. It is recommended to book your table before planning a visit.

Easily accessible supermarkets near Al Majara Dubai Marina include:

• W Mart Supermarket
• Beach City Supermarket
• Carrefour
• Al Maya Supermarket
• Spinneys

There are several W Mart Supermarket outlets in the area surrounding Al Majara. The closest outlet among these markets is 2 minutes away while the others are within 6 minutes of driving. Residents of Al Majara can also access Al Maya Supermarket and Beach City Supermarket at a distance of 6 minutes and 8 minutes, respectively. A popular supermarket in Dubai, Carrefour is also located close by at an 8 minutes drive only.

While Al Majara is not equipped with a first-aid facility, a few medical facilities near the complex can cater to such emergencies. These include Life Pharmacy, one of the renowned pharmacy chains in Dubai and Manchester Community Pharmacy at 5 minutes and 8 minutes drive, respectively.

Building near Al Majara Dubai Marina include:

• West Avenue
• DAMAC The Waves
• Safeer Tower

There are plenty of residential and commercial developments near Al Majara Dubai Marina. Some of the closest residential buildings include West Avenue, DAMAC The Waves and Safeer Tower. These are located at a distance of 2 minutes, 4 minutes and 5 minutes drive, respectively.

These are the places of interest near Al Majara:

• Dubai Marina Mall
• The Playground under the Bridge
• JBR Beach

When driving east to west on Sheikh Zayed Road, the most prominent landmark is Dubai Marina Mall. The sand-coloured cylindrical architecture of the complex is easy to locate even from afar. Apart from shopping, residents can also enjoy a list of activities in Dubai Marina Mall. It is 2 minutes away from the Al Majara complex while driving via Al Gharbi Street.

Situated on the Marina Promenade just beneath Al Gharbi Street bridge is Playground Under The Bridge, an outdoor playground for kids. Parents can visit the spot on weekends to enjoy some fun activities with their little ones. It takes 4 minutes to reach the playground from the building.

JBR Beach is also located at a distance of minutes from the building. The serene beachside is a perfect spot to plan friends meet-ups and family outings throughout the year. The beach is only 7 minutes drive via Salman Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud Street from the tower complex.

The apartment buildings in the Al Majara Dubai Marina complex do not have studio units, which may not suit those who want a small residential space in the waterfront neighbourhood.