Park Tower A, DIFC

A project of DAMAC Properties, Park Towers consists of Tower A and Tower B.  Park Tower A is a 49-storey building with three basement levels dedicated to parking. The 49 floors consist of seven podium levels as well as commercial and residential floors. Offices are constructed from podium 5 to the 11th floor, whereas studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom residential apartments are found on the 12th floor and onwards.

The podiums have a series of restaurants, cafés, boutique outlets, a health club, a swimming pool, a tennis court and play areas for children. Moreover, the tower boasts a banquet hall and a meeting room to conduct business meetings and private parties.

Dubai International Financial Centre or DIFC is a financial hub favoured by people seeking both commercial and residential properties. The community is home to many popular art galleries and has a plethora of cafés and restaurants, hotels and other lifestyle amenities. In addition to being a leading commercial destination, DIFC is known for its mixed-use towers. One such tower that stands out in the neighbourhood is Park Towers.

• Type of building: Mixed-use
• Location: Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
• Developer: DAMAC Properties
• Date of completion: 2011
• Number of floors: 49
• Unit type: Studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments, retail outlets and offices
• Type of Ownership:  Freehold
• Amenities: Jacuzzi, BBQ area, health centre, temperature-controlled swimming pool, tennis court, steam and sauna rooms

Residents can use the three levels of basement parking in Park Tower A. Visitors’ parking is also available.

High-speed elevators in Park Tower A ensure that you endure a minimum waiting period.

As expected from a high-end development, 24-hour security service is provided along with maintenance services. Residents would also have to pay yearly chiller/cooling charges. The district cooling supplier for DAMAC Park Tower A DIFC is Empower.

A meeting room and a banquet hall have been constructed where special events, business meetings and private parties can be held.

Health and fitness facilities are outstanding. The health club has a gym in Park Tower A with fully functional equipment. Spa services, Sauna and Jacuzzi are available on a split level deck on podiums 4 and 7. Similarly, you will find a temperature-controlled swimming pool on the upper deck with a view of the landscaped garden on the lower deck.

Restaurants, coffee shops and boutique retail outlets are set up on podiums 1, 3, and 4. A tennis court, kid’s play area, swimming pool and a BBQ facility have been built within the tower.

A concierge desk service is available to residents round-the-clock. Also, the stylishly designed lobby and spacious seating arrangement ensure that the guests have a pleasant time waiting.

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 floor plans for Park Tower A.

Professionals, couples and families can opt for studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartment types in Park Tower A.

The covered areas for studio apartments in Park Tower A range from 417 sq. ft to 500 sq. ft. The beautifully designed unit has built-in wardrobes along with a fitted kitchen, spacious dining area and a balcony.

1-bedroom apartments in Park Tower A have covered areas ranging from 723 sq. ft. to 1,900 sq. ft. The master bedroom features a floor-to-ceiling glass wall for uninterrupted views of DIFC. There’s an ensuite bathroom and an open kitchen connected with a living room.

With covered areas ranging from 1,282 sq. ft. to 2,076 sq. ft., 2-bedroom apartments in Park Tower A are quite spacious. Typically, a 2-bed unit has two bedrooms and three bathrooms with the option of both open and closed kitchens. Often living rooms have floor-to-ceiling glass walls allowing natural light to flood the apartments. Also, balconies provide a splendid view of nearby landmarks.

3-bedroom apartments in Park Tower A have covered areas of 2,121 sq. ft. You will find three bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and a powder room. Both closed and open-style kitchens with fitted cabinets and equipment are available in this type of flat. Large living rooms act as dining rooms and open to wide balconies. High-end finishing and fixtures exist throughout the apartment.

Each building in Park Towers consists of dedicated space for retail outlets and offices are typically arranged on floors 5 to 7. Similarly, Park Tower A consists of offices spanning 3,000 sq. ft. Each unit comes with dedicated parking spots.

Since the building is located in a financial hub, finding transportation near Park Tower A is easy.

The nearest bus stops are located within a 5-minute walking distance of the high-rise. Likewise, bus stops at Financial Centre and Ghaya Residence can be reached between 6 to 9 minutes by car.

Many Dubai Metro Red Line stations are easily accessible from the building. Financial Centre, Emirates Towers, Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa, Dubai World Trade Centre, Business Bay and max Metro Station can be reached by car within 10 minutes.

Restaurants near Park Tower A offer exciting cuisines. In fact, SF Bistro is located inside the tower. Other closest options are:

• Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
• Buffalo Wings & Rings
• Carnival by Trèsind

Offering palatable Brazilian and Indian food, these restaurants are a 2 to 5-minute drive from the tower. Those searching for fine dining restaurants in DIFC can check out:

• Zuma Restaurant
• BOLLA
• Café Belge – The Ritz-Carlton

You can easily reach these within 6 minutes.

Stocking up on convenience goods and fresh food is not an issue considering the number of supermarkets near Park Tower A. Within the building, you will find Fresh Mart and BS supermarket, but outside you have:

• Choithrams – DIFC
• Al Maya
• Zoom

All the above-mentioned supermarkets are a 3 to 6-minute drive away from Park Tower A.

Families will be pleased to find quality schools within a 10 to 15-minute drive from the high-rise. Top choices include:

• Jumeira Baccalaureate School – IB
• Horizon English School Dubai – British
• JSS Private School LLC – Indian

One of the top IB schools in Dubai, Jumeira Baccalaureate School (JBS) by Taleem, offers the IB curriculum from Foundation Stage 1 to Grade 12.

Horizon English School (HES) follows the National Curriculum of England from Foundation Stage to Key Stage 2.

Indian expatriates can check out JSS Private School in Al Wasl, affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).

Popular buildings near Park Tower A include:

• Zabeel Tower
• Emirates Towers
• Index Tower

The Emirates Towers is a building complex that consists of Emirates Office Tower and the Jumeirah Emirates Towers Hotel. These towers were one of the first skyscrapers to be constructed on Sheikh Zayed Road. Zabeel Tower is a 31-storey building on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai. It stands 114 metres tall.

Major landmarks close to Park Tower A, Dubai International Financial Centre are a ‘must-visit’. The list includes:

• Burj Khalifa
• Burj Al Arab
• The Dubai Fountain

At a 6-minute drive, you will find Burj Khalifa. The Dubai Fountain is one of the most popular tourist attractions where people can watch the splendid choreographed water fountains. One can reach the spot in 7 minutes by car. Finally, Burj Al Arab, an iconic landmark, is a 17-minute drive away.

Living in DIFC can be a happening experience for you with numerous commercial and residential properties. Those looking forward to living in a bustling financial hub will find Park Tower A according to their taste. However, noise pollution surrounding the building can turn off those seeking a tranquil location. Also, parking can sometimes become an issue during the weekends.

The floor plans for DAMAC Park Tower A are available on the official Bayut website.

The high-rise offers 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. Residents can also find commercial properties in the mixed-use tower, including offices and shops.