Burj Views, Downtown Dubai

Home to the stunning Burj Khalifa and many other iconic landmarks, Downtown Dubai is a tourist hotspot with lots of amenities and conveniences. Burj Views is one of the buildings in Downtown Dubai that share its forename “Burj” with the popular Burj Khalifa, one of the classiest architectural masterpieces in the world. It is situated between the roads Burj Khalifa Boulevard and Al Asayel Street. It overlooks the canal-side development of Business Bay from the southern side.

Burj Views is a complex of three high-rise buildings, each with 30+ floors above ground level. Named as Burj Views A (East Tower), Burj Views B (Central Tower) and Burj Views C (West Tower), these buildings share a wide podium. Additionally, the buildings have six elevators and three basement parking levels that add to the convenience.

Burj Views is a residential project by Emaar – a prominent real estate developer. It was launched in 2004 and the project’s three buildings were ready by 2009. The towers of Burj Views have been carefully crafted to maximise the striking views of the surrounding area, including the man-made lake, canal, Burj Park and Burj Khalifa. The façade features sea-green and cream-coloured cladding of glass and concrete. The architect behind the modern architecture and smart designing of Burj Views is Dubai Architectural Research Team International.

Properties in Burj Views are offered for both rent and sale and are available in a mix of studios and one and two-bed apartments. There are a total of 736 residential units in this complex, which includes 155 units in the East Tower, 131 units in the Central Tower and 254 in the West Tower. There are also few properties in the podium building of Burj Views.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Downtown Dubai
• Developer: Emaar
• Date of completion: 2009
• Number of floors: 30+
• Number of units:  736
• Unit type: Studios, 1-bed, 2-bed and 3-bed
• Amenities: Squash courts, kids play area, state of the art gym, swimming pool, retail arcade at the podium level and a lot more

For parking in Burj Views, each tower comes with three levels of basement parking. This lets residents park their cars in a covered and secure area. Guests visiting Burj Views can park their vehicles in the open parking area in front of the complex.

There are six high-speed elevators in each of the three towers of the complex. This sums up to a total of 18 elevators in Burj Views.

Burj Views is a well-maintained complex that is equipped with 24-hour security. Offered with additional charges, some of the cleaning services include daily housekeeping, suit press, shoe shine, ironing service, dry cleaning and laundry.

There are two well-equipped gymnasiums in Burj Views complex podium that overlooks the central courtyard area through glass wall panels that surround the fitness rooms. Located in West Tower, Flywheel Dubai is a fitness studio that features 45 state-of-the-art spinning bikes that offer an ideal workout for fitness enthusiasts.

Burj Views welcomes its residents with premium lifestyle amenities. Accessible via common lobbies, there are a total of five swimming pools in Burj Views, which includes two pools for kids. Two of these pools are located in the eastern wing and the other three are located in the western wing of Burj Views. Located on the podium level with a sun deck, the area around the swimming pools is dotted with pocket gardens and sun loungers.

Burj Views provides 24-hour concierge services. The front-desk staff is helpful with all queries related to the apartment or its amenities. They can help the concerned person with baggage storage, providing safe deposit box, private or express check-in/out and booking tickets to shows/attractions.

Those who have pets can request the pet-friendly apartments available in Burj Views.

Bayut has created 2-D and 3-D views of the apartment layouts available in Burj Views. You can visit the website for a detailed overview.

Burj Views offers a choice of studios and 1BHK and 2BHK units for rent as well as for sale. Widely ranging between 590 sq. ft. and 1,500 sq. ft., the sizes of these residential units are perfect for singles, couples and small families.

Some of the apartments in Burj Views feature small balconies while others have wider ones but all of them are fenced with a glass railing. One will see a lot of woodwork with mahogany or cherry finish on the doors, cabinets and wardrobes of the apartments.
Kitchens of Burj Views apartments have ‘galley’ layouts which feature two parallel cabinets with a corridor-like space in the middle. The side of the kitchen that is adjacent to the living room has an opening, creating an interactive space between the two areas. There is also a suspended breakfast bar.

Bathrooms in Burj Views apartments have sanitary ware and cabinets with high-quality finishes. The vanity top is made of laminated wood and its base features multiple levels of shelves where one can keep their toiletries. Most of the bathrooms in Burj Views flats contain both bathtubs and standing shower compartments.

The size of studios in Burj Views range between 590 sq. ft. and 750 sq. ft. They have tall and wide glass windows and panels that let in ample sunlight. The adjoining balcony extends the space and offers great views of the downtown area. Unlike most studios in UAE that have a cooking area integrated into the living space, the Burj Views studios offer kitchens with separate area and entrance.

1-bedroom apartments in Burj Views come in three to five types of configurations, these units spread over an area between 727 sq. ft. and 1,250 sq. ft. These residential units feature large balconies and large bedrooms, living rooms, bathrooms and kitchens. One-beds in Burj Views also include a separate area for laundry.

There are two to four types on configurations in 2-bedroom units in Burj Views. The coverage area of these units range anywhere between 1,080 sq. ft. and 1,487 sq. ft. Their floor plans include one master bedroom, one general bedroom, a living room, two or three bathrooms, and one or two balconies.

Bus service is a widely-used option for transportation near Burj Views. To access the closest bus stop, residents will have to walk for around three minutes towards Burj Khalifa Boulevard road. There are two bus stops located on this road; Burj View Central Tower 1 and Burj View Central Tower 2.

There are a few dining options that are present in the retail area on the ground floor. These include :

• Manoushe Street Downtown
• Caribou Coffee
• La Maison

Located at a distance of 8 minutes walk, Manoushe Street Downtown offers Lebanese food. Caribou Coffee is a little farther at a 13 minutes drive. It is a cosy dining place ideal for a friends’ hangout over coffee. La Maison at a 9 minutes walk is one of the most popular Downtown Dubai restaurants. The place serves foodies round the clock with a list of delicious flavours. They have an Ala Carte menu with starters, international dishes, middle eastern cuisine and desserts to compliment the meals.

Supermarkets near Burj Views include:

• Carrefour
• Spinneys
• Choithram

Burj Views houses the popular superstore chain called Carrefour. This lets residents conveniently shop for everyday consumer products without having to drive anywhere else. Other popular grocery stores like Spinneys and Choithram are accessible within 6 minutes drive.

Schools and Nurseries near Burj Views:

• Blossom Downtown Nursery
• GEMS Wellington Primary School
• JSS Private School
• Jumeirah International Nursery
• Hartland International School

The surrounding area of Burj Views has many top-rated schools including a campus of GEMS school, one of the most reputed schools in Dubai. Located at a distance of 11 minutes, GEMS Wellington Primary School is a British school. JSS Private School at a distance of 9 minutes follows an Indian curriculum that Indian expats may prefer. There are also a couple of nurseries in the area that are part of renowned chains of pre-primary institutions. A part of Blossom nurseries in Dubai, Blossom Downtown Nursery is about a 4 minutes drive away and Hummingbird Nursery is 2 minutes drive away.

Notable places near Burj Views are:

• The Dubai Mall
• Burj Khalifa
• At the Top, Burj Khalifa

The Dubai Mall, which lies in proximity to the complex, is a popular tourist destination. Home of some of the most esteemed international brands, this shopping venue is considered one of the best malls in Dubai. The mall has everything for shopping buffs, adventure seekers and foodies.

Burj Khalifa is one of the most prominent attractions in Downtown Dubai. The skyscraper is one of the tallest buildings in the world that houses an observation deck as well. The observation deck is known as At the Top, Burj Khalifa and it is frequented by tourists and locals who want to enjoy 360 degree views of the city with a hot cup of coffee.

One thing to consider is the nearby construction sites. Since there are a few empty plots around Burj Views, construction might take place in the future that may block the existing views of the skyscrapers and the canal.

There are studios, 1-bed, 2-bed and 3-bed units in Burj Views, Downtown Dubai.

There is a podium level shopping arcade in Burj Views. Moreover, Dubai Mall is also located close by.