Porto Playa, Mina Al Arab

Porto Playa is an off-plan residential building in Mina Al Arab. It is a joint venture of RAK Properties and Ellington Properties. The building will have a G+M+8-floor structure. There will be a mix of studio, 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments. The units can be booked with an initial payment of 20%, with handovers expected in Q4, 2026.

The project will have a lobby, an infinity edge pool, a private beach, a playground, a kid's splash pad, an outdoor cinema, a mini-golf, a barbeque deck and an amphitheatre. To stay fit, there will be a yoga studio, a fitness studio and an outdoor fitness area in the building. 

Mina Al Arab is a waterfront community in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK). It is situated alongside Sheikh Muhammad Bin Salem Road (E11), surrounded by wetlands and beaches.

• Type of building: Residential
• Expected date of handover: Q4, 2026
• Location: Mina Al Arab
• Developer: RAK Properties and Ellington Properties
• Unit type: Studio, 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments
• Amenities: Spacious lobby, an infinity edge pool, a barbeque deck and a fitness studio

Apartments in Porto Playa can be booked using this payment plan:

Key Takeaways:

• Bookings can be done with a 20% down payment.
• 30% has to be paid during construction.
• The remaining 50% will be paid at the time of handover.

Porto Playa, Mina Al Arab RAK is expected to be completed in Q4 2026.

Residents in Porto Playa will benefit from the building’s amenities on each floor. Facilities on the ground floor include a lobby, a club lounge, an indoor kid’s play area, an infinity edge pool, a beach club, a beach volleyball area, a sun loungers area, a pool spa, cabanas, an outdoor lounge, changing rooms and an EV charging station. 

On the mezzanine floor, there will be a business hub, a yoga studio, a meditation space and a teen’s arcade room. Those who like to stay fit can find a gym in Porto Playa. The first floor of the building will have a picnic lawn, a kid’s splash pad, a sand pit play area, social gathering spaces, an outdoor fitness area, mini golf, an outdoor cinema, a popcorn kiosk, hammocks, an amphitheatre and a barbeque deck.

PARKING

For studios and 1-bedroom apartments, there will be one parking space in Porto Playa. 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments will get two parking spaces in Porto Playa. 

ELEVATORS

There will be four passenger elevators and two service elevators in Porto Playa. 

SECURITY, CENTRAL AIR-CONDITIONING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Porto Playa will have 24-hour security and a CCTV monitoring system. The building will also be well-maintained.

Porto Playa at Mina Al Arab will feature studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. It will also have 2-bedroom townhouses, 3-bedroom villas and 4-bedroom presidential suites.

STUDIO APARTMENTS IN PORTO PLAYA

There will be 32 studio units in Porto Playa. These flats will have a kitchen, a bathroom, a living/ dining area, a laundry room and a balcony. The total covered area will be 455 sq. ft. to 538 sq. ft.

1-BEDROOM APARTMENTS IN PORTO PLAYA

There will be 138 1-bedroom apartments in Porto Playa. These units will feature one bathroom, a powder room, a living area, a dining area, a kitchen, a laundry room and a balcony. The total covered area will be 892 sq. ft. to 1,135 sq. ft.

2-BEDROOM APARTMENTS IN PORTO PLAYA

There will be 82 2-bedroom apartments in Porto Playa. These units will have en-suite bathrooms, a living area, a dining area, a kitchen, a powder room, a storage room and a balcony. The total covered areas will be 1,376 sq. ft. to 3,750 sq. ft.

3-BEDROOM APARTMENTS IN PORTO PLAYA

There will be seventeen 3-bedroom apartments in Porto Playa. These units will have en-suite bathrooms, a living room, a dining area, a kitchen, a powder room, a storage room, a laundry room and a balcony. The total covered area will be 2,046 sq. ft. to 3,487 sq. ft.

2-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSES IN PORTO PLAYA

Buyers can find eight 2-bedroom townhouses in Porto Playa. These units will have en-suite bathrooms, a kitchen, a dining area, a living area, a storage room, a laundry room, a storage room, a powder room and a balcony. The total covered areas will be 1,712 sq. ft. to 1,716 sq. ft.

3-BEDROOM VILLAS IN PORTO PLAYA

All four 3-bedroom villas in Porto Playa will have en-suite bathrooms, a kitchen, a dining area, a living area, a storage room, a laundry room, a powder room and a balcony. The total covered area will be 3,423 sq. ft. to 4,025 sq. ft.

4-BEDROOM PRESIDENTIAL SUITES IN PORTO PLAYA

The exclusive 4-bedroom presidential suite in Porto Playa will have en-suite bathrooms, a kitchen, a dining area, a living area, a storage room, a laundry room, a powder room and a balcony. The covered area starts from 6,323 sq. ft.

Al Nakheel Boulevard is a 3-minute drive from the project's location. Residents can use some popular modes of public transport in Ras Al Khaimah such as buses for an easy commute. 

BUS STATIONS NEAR PORTO PLAYA

Mina Al Arab Bus Stop is a 1-minute drive from the building.

Popular restaurants near Porto Playa are:

• NoHo Bar & Grill
• ShaSha Pool & Beach Bar
• Saffar Restaurant
• Ramsa Lounge
• Levant & Nar

These are reachable within a 5-minute drive. One can find International cuisine at these eateries. Thunder Road is one of the casual restaurants in RAK, serving American and Italian cuisine. It is located in Mina Al Arab at a 6-minute drive.

Supermarkets near Porto Playa Mina Al Arab will include:

• Choithrams Mina Al Arab
• Al Bateen Supermarket
• Bloom Supermarket

Choithrams has a branch in Mina Al Arab. It stocks edibles, baby products, toiletries, skin care products and household items. These supermarkets are located within a 3 to 6-minute drive from the project's location. Apart from these, one can also use online grocery delivery services in RAK. These include Carrefour, Kibsons and LuLu Hypermarket among others.

• Hayat Island Beach
• RAK Track
• RAK National Museum

Hayat Island Beach

Hayat Island Beach is a perfect destination for beach picnics. Visitors can enjoy beach sports or leisurely strolls at the beach. It is accessible at a 2-minute drive.

RAK Track

Those looking for the best activities for kids in Ras Al Khaimah can visit RAK Track. Visitors can find rental/hire karts and professional racing karts here. One can try the “Arrive and Drive” deal, which offers adult and junior karts for parents and their kids (aged seven and older). The venue is located at a 6-minute drive away.

RAK National Museum

RAK National Museum is a famous landmark where tourists and residents can gain a detailed insight into the historical facts of the emirate. RAK National Museum can be reached within a 19-minute drive.

What are the apartment types in Porto Playa?

Porto Playa by Ellington will have a mix of apartments, villas and townhouses. There will be studios to 3-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom townhouses, 3-bedroom villas and 4-bedroom presidential suites in the building.

What is the payment plan for this project?

Developers have announced a 50/50 payment plan for Porto Playa. 

When will Porto Playa be completed?

Porto Playa Hayat Island is expected to be completed by Q4, 2026.

Featured image credit: RAK Properties and Ellington Properties