Blakely Tower, Dubai Marina

The 24-storey Blakely Tower, Park Island stands 114.70 metres tall and offers elegant 1 and 2-bedroom apartments with state-of-the-art finishing and stunning views of the Marina. The construction of the building started in 2005 and was completed in 2010. The building is designed by the National Engineering Bureau.

Park Island is a premium designer apartment complex in Dubai Marina. Developed by Emaar Properties, it features four towers namely, Blakely Tower, Bonaire Tower, Fairfield Tower and Sanibel Tower.

Blakely Tower is in proximity to several retail outlets, cafes and restaurants. Dubai Marina Mall, Dubai Marina Walk and Skydive Dubai are also located near the tower.

Dubai Marina is one of the most popular neighbourhoods in Dubai featuring luxury skyscrapers, tourist destinations as well as numerous shopping and dining options. A popular shopping destination in the vicinity, Dubai Marina Mall, has over 130 shops, a six-screen cinema and a supermarket. The community is also home to numerous 5-star hotels.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Dubai Marina
• Developer: Emaar Properties
• Date of completion: 2010
• Number of floors: 24
• Unit type: 1 and 2-bed apartments
• Type of Ownership: Freehold
• Amenities: Swimming pool, gyms, kids play area, squash court, BBQ area

Residents will find dedicated car parking in Blakely Tower Dubai Marina. Visitors can use the public parking areas in the neighbourhood.

There are high-speed elevators in Blakely Tower Park Island.

The building has 24-hour security and CCTV camera surveillance. Some tenants will have district cooling/chiller charges covered while others would have to pay separate chiller charges depending on their contract. Emaar District Cooling is the district cooling supplier for Blakely Tower Park Island Dubai.

There is a well-equipped gym in Blakely Tower Dubai. Residents can make use of the swimming pools, saunas and steam rooms.

Park Island community boasts numerous landscaped gardens, parks, water features, squash courts and games room for tenants and visitors. One can find a children’s play area and a barbeque area in Blakely Tower Dubai.

Blakely has a spacious lobby. The tower also has 24-hour concierge and help-desk services. Broadband Internet, Satellite/Cable TV and Intercom facilities are also available.

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 Blakely Tower floor plans.

Apartments in Blakely Tower Dubai come in 1 and 2-bedroom configurations. These units feature premium finishing and technology.

The covered area for 1-bedroom apartments in Blakely Tower Dubai Marina starts from 709 sq. ft. and goes up to 1,463 sq. ft. Each unit comes with a master bedroom, a built-in wardrobe, a bathroom, a powder room, a fully equipped kitchen, laundry area and a spacious living and dining area. A balcony is connected to the living room offering views of the Dubai Marina.

2-bedroom apartments in Blakely Tower Dubai Marina Dubai have covered areas ranging from 1,360 sq. ft. to 1,465 sq. ft. These are bright and spacious units featuring two master bedrooms, a built-in wardrobe, two bathrooms, a powder room, a fitted kitchen and a spacious living and dining area. There are two spacious balconies offering views of the Dubai Marina.

Buses, metro and tram are the most convenient modes of public transportation near Blakely Tower. Taxi and online cab booking services can also be used by residents and guests.

Mina Al Siyahi, Le Meridien Hotel 2 is the nearest bus station located at a 2-minute driving distance. Other bus stations located within a 4 to 9-minute drive are Jumeira, Royal Meridian 1, Jumeira, Royal Meridian 2, Jumeirah Beach Residence Station 1, Seaside, Marsa Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Residence Station 1, Jumeirah Beach Residence Station 2, Seaside and Jumeirah Beach Residence Station 2.

Dubai Internet City Metro Station is the nearest metro station located at a 7-minute drive. Other metro stations at a 10-minute drive are Al Khail Metro Station, Sobha Realty Metro Station and DMCC Metro Station. To know more about the metro operating hours and ticket prices, please head over to Dubai Metro guide assembled by Bayut.

Dubai Marina Tram Stop, Dubai Marina 1 Tram Stop and Marina Towers Tram Stop are a 3 to 4-minute drive away from the tower.

Residents can find some of the best restaurants in Dubai Marina near Blakely Tower include:

• Massimo’s Italian Restaurant
• Doner Kebab
• Shami Gourmet

Massimo’s is an Italian restaurant managed by Massimo Lapeschi. The ingredients are imported from Italy. It is a 6-minute drive from the apartment building. Doner Kebab is located in Marina View Tower A at a 2-minute driving distance. It serves Kebab, Turkish and German dishes. There is an outlet of JJ Chicken in Dubai Marina. It serves Lebanese cuisine and street food. It is approximately a 5-minute drive by car.

You can also find a range of upscale restaurants in Dubai Marina located near the building. Some of these include:

• Indego by Vineet
• Rhodes W1
• India Palace Restaurant

These restaurants are a 5-minute drive away from the building. Other fine-dining restaurants include Atelier M, Nais Italian Kitchen and The Cavendish Restaurant.

There are plenty of grocery stores and supermarkets near Blakely Tower. These include:

• West Zone Fresh Supermarket
• Fresh Deals Supermarket LLC
• Caramel Center Supermarket
• Carrefour Market

In case you are looking for more option to buy your grocery from, there are several supermarkets in Dubai Marina that store local and international goods.

Schools near Blakely Tower include:

• Regent International School
• Dubai British School Emirates Hills
• Dubai College

Regent International School has achieved a ‘Very Good’ rating from the KHDA as a result of offering an inclusive National Curriculum of England to students aged 3 to 18. Regent International’s strong academic values and practices have led the school amongst the best British schools in Dubai.

Dubai British School Emirates Hills (DBS) and Dubai College follow the British curriculum. DBS offers classes from FS 1 until Year 13, whereas Dubai College offers the curriculum from Year 7 until Year 13. Both the schools received an ‘Outstanding‘ rating from the KHDA.

There are some top nurseries in Dubai Marina that you can enroll your child into. Some of these nurseries include Blossoms Marina Nursery and Raffles Marina Nursery.

Blakely Tower is surrounded by several residential buildings. The nearest apartment buildings include:

• Botanica Tower Marina
• Trident Grand Residence
• Murjan 2
• Dusit Princess Residence Dubai

All these buildings are a 4 to 7-minute drive away from the tower. As stated earlier, the parent apartment complex has three other towers besides Blakely – Sanibel Tower, Bonaire Tower and Fairfield Tower.

Dubai Marina is Dubai’s popular neighbourhood featuring several tourist destinations and major landmarks. The nearest ones include:

• Dubai Marina Cruise
• Dubai Marina Yacht Club
• Skydive Dubai

Residents and tourists can visit Dubai Marina Yacht Club to enjoy exclusive bars, restaurants and lounges.

The three prominent locations for cruising in Dubai are Dubai Marina Cruise, Dubai Creek Cruise and Dubai Canal Cruise. The dhow dinner cruises include two hours of cruising along with the desired location, buffet dinner and live entertainment. Best Dhow Cruises in Dubai Marina are Mala Tours, Xclusive Yachts, Alexandra and Bristol Charter.

Skydive Dubai is operating at two locations, The Palm DZ and the Desert DZ. It features an adrenaline-fueled tandem skydive in addition to aerial sports.

Other landmarks near the tower include Dubai Marina Mall and Dubai Marina Walk.

Blakely Tower Dubai Marina is surrounded by several amenities. The tower is close to top-performing schools and nurseries making it an ideal residence for families. Being located in a popular tourist destination, it does get crowded in peak hours. Nevertheless, the high-rise offers all the perks of living in Dubai Marina.

Yes, pets are allowed in Blakely Tower.

Blakely Tower Dubai does have floor plans available on the Bayut website.