Meera Shams Tower 1, Al Reem Island

Meera Shams Tower 1 is one of the two identical towers in the Meera Shams complex. The project was developed by Aldar Properties. Standing 25 floors above ground, it is home to 204 residential units that are divided into 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. These two symmetrical buildings in Meera stand on separate podiums, but share amenities like landscaped gardens, children’s play areas, a pool and underground parking.

The Meera Shams complex is located in the beautiful district of Shams Abu Dhabi which is a part of Al Reem Island. The island is home to several schools, hospitals, supermarkets and restaurants.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi
• Developer: Aldar Properties
• Number of floors: 25 storey
• Number of units: 204
• Unit type: 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments
• Amenities: Underground car parking, gym, kids play area and a swimming pool

Residents enjoy underground parking in Shams Meera, Abu Dhabi. Visitors, however, can use street parking spaces in the vicinity.

Multiple high-speed elevators installed in the building adds to the convenience of residents.

It is a secure and private building where security guards patrol the premises 24 hours. Moreover, there is a key-card access system in the building. It also offers maintenance services. All the electricity and water charges are paid to ADDC UAE.

There is a community room within Shams Meera, Abu Dhabi that is specially designed for meetups and arranging private or social parties.

Fitness options in Shams Meera, Abu Dhabi include a gymnasium, where residents can train cardiovascular exercises and lift weights. There is also a swimming pool located at the tower’s premises.

Meera Shams Tower 1 shares a landscaped garden with its twin building. There is also a poolside space and a little courtyard outside the building premises where residents can relax and unwind.

A welcoming lobby awaits visitors and guests in the tower. There is a 24-hour reception and concierge service available for any kind of assistance.

Shams Meera, Abu Dhabi presents 204 private residential units that come in the range of 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom fully furnished apartments.

1-bedroom apartments in Meera Shams Tower 1 have built-up areas varying between 649 sq. ft. to 1,200 sq. ft. Each of these units features a bedroom with an attached bath, a closet space, a laundry area, an open kitchen, a living area and a balcony.

2-bedroom flats in Shams Meera, Abu Dhabi come with the coverage spaces of 1,003 sq. ft. to 1,400 sq. ft. Each of these 2BHK flats features one master bedroom and one comparatively smaller bedroom, both with ensuite bathrooms and closet spaces. There is a living area combined with dining space, an open kitchen, separate laundry space and a balcony. Some of the units feature large terraces.

The 3-bedroom apartments in Meera Shams Tower 1 come with the floor size ranging between 1,280 sq. ft. to 1,800 sq. ft. These units come with large terraces, maid’s rooms, laundry areas, semi-open kitchens and spacious living rooms. Each bedroom has an attached bathroom and a closet space. The master bedrooms feature full-length windows offering amazing views.

Commuting from Shams Meera, Abu Dhabi is only easy for those with personal vehicles. There are no traditional cabs roaming in the area, though you can call a cab or driver all the way from Abu Dhabi Mainland.

Those who like to commute via bus from Shams Meera, Abu Dhabi may find Abu Dhabi Bus station at a 12-minute driving distance.

Restaurants near Shams Meera, Abu Dhabi include:

• La Brioche
• First Clique
• Tummy Yummies Resto Cafe
• Leopold’s of London

There are many restaurants in Al Reem Island that residents can visit. Located along the same line, a 4-minute drive away is La Brioche. It is a popular cafe where you can enjoy traditional French bakery items. It also serves traditional French delicacies and desserts.

At a 6-minute distance on Al Rayfah Street, you will find First Clique, a food truck that serves contemporary and continental cuisines. Tummy Yummies Resto Cafe is a newly opened chic cafe, where you can satisfy your fast food cravings. Leopold’s of London is a casual dining restaurant where visitors can enjoy Italian and European dishes. It is available within 5 minutes of the drive.

Supermarkets in Al Reem Island that are located near Meera Shams Tower 1, Al Reem Island include:

• Carrefour Supermarket
• Al Maya supermarket
• Lulu Fresh Market
• All Day Mini Mart

Several grocery pickups are available near the towers, including the Al Maya Supermarket. It is the nearest, taking only 4 minutes of drive to reach. Lulu Fresh on Al Muqarrab Street takes 6 minutes to reach while Dikkan Saifan is 5 minutes away. Beside the Reem Central Park, you will find Allday Minimart, 4-minute drive away.

Schools and nurseries located close to the building:

• Repton School
• Mosaic Nursery
• Redwood Montessori Nursery
• Hummingbird Nursery
• Abu Dhabi Secondary School

Within a distance of 5 to 15 minutes driving, residents can find multiple schooling options suitable for children from different age groups. There are several nurseries and some of the nearest options include Hummingbird Nursery, Mosaic Nursery and Redwood Montessori Nursery. For schooling options beyond preschool, parents can choose from Repton School, Abu Dhabi Secondary School and Yas Academy School.

Some popular residential buildings in the neighbourhood include:

• Park View Abu Dhabi
• Beach Towers
• The Bridges

Shams Meera, Abu Dhabi shares the neighbourhood with many other residential buildings and complexes. Located at a 2-minute distance there is Beach Towers, a complex of twin Towers (Beach Tower A and Beach Tower B) same as Meera Shams Towers. Right next to Meera Shams Tower 1, is a popular high-rise residential building, Park View Abu Dhabi. The Bridges is an on-going project, located a 4-minute drive away from the tower.

Notable landmarks nearby include:

• Reem Central Park
• Reem Island Canal
• Galleria Mall

Al Reem Island is a popular tourist attraction within itself, featuring many waterfront destinations spotted along the streets. Reem Island Canal or Jazeerat Al Reem is a large canal running through the communities including Shams Development, across 10 bridges. It is located at a 12-minute drive from the tower.

Conveniently located close to Meera Shams Towers, Reem Central Park is a popular tourist spot just 5-minute away, on foot. There are many recreational activities in Reem Central Park including jogging, eating or just stroll along the sandy beach. Galleria Mall is one of the famous shopping malls in Abu Dhabi that features an outdoor cinema and an adventure zone.

Meera Shams Tower 1 is home to furnished apartments that comes with many facilities. Residents also get to enjoy many other amenities in Al Reem Island. However, one slight inconvenience residents may have to face is the lack of public transport in the area.

Meera Shams Tower 1 has a gym and a swimming pool that residents can access.

There are 1-bed, 2-bed and 3-bed apartments in Meera Shams Tower 1.