Rainbow Residences, Al Qusais

Rainbow Residences is a residential project featuring eight apartment buildings in Al Qusais, Dubai. Each building is built on four floors and consists of 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments, as well as various lifestyle amenities such as a swimming pool and gymnasium. Located at 35 26c Street, the building is close to a couple of schools and parks.

Al Qusais is one of the oldest communities in Dubai. With the Dubai Creek at its north and the Sharjah-Dubai border on its south, the community has many commercial properties, warehouses and residential buildings. It is a favoured community for renting apartments.

The area is a short drive away from the Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and is close to Al Nahda, Al Twar 1 and Dubai Airport Free Zone. Dubai International Airport is only 9 minutes away from the area.

• Located in Al Qusais 1
• Features 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments
• LIfestyle amenities include a swimming pool and gym
• Situated near the Dubai-Sharjah border
• Few minutes away from Sheikh Zayed Road (E11)
• Dubai International Airport is also nearby

There is ground-level parking in Rainbow Residences, with a parking spot for each apartment. There is also a paid parking zone with 100 parking spaces.

There are two high-speed elevators in Rainbow Residences.

The complex has 24-hour security service, as well as CCTV cameras. The buildings are centrally air-conditioned and have onsite maintenance services as well.

Finding a gym in Rainbow Residences is no problem at all, as there is a gymnasium in every building of the complex. The buildings also have steam rooms and saunas.

There is a swimming pool for adults in each building. There are various amenities around the community which residents can enjoy.

The complex offers concierge and guest services, for the convenience of residents and guests.

Fire extinguishers are available throughout Rainbow Residences.

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 Rainbow Residences floor plans.

The complex consists of eight residential buildings, each housing 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. The flats are built on modern designs and are popular among people who are looking for affordable housing.

1-bedroom apartments in Rainbow Residences cover an average area of 1,000 sq. ft. They feature a large bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and built-in wardrobe. The apartments also feature a large living and dining area, along with a closed kitchen and guest bathroom. A balcony also extends from the living area.

2-bedroom apartments in Rainbow Residences are built on sizes ranging from 1,650 sq. ft. to 1,900 sq. ft. They have two identical bedrooms, each with an attached bathroom and wardrobe. The living and dining area is considerably larger than the 1-bed units. There is also a closed kitchen and guest bathroom, as well as a large balcony.

3-bedroom apartments in Rainbow Residences are available from 2,000 sq. ft. to 2,100 sq. ft. Aside from the three bedrooms, which have attached bathrooms, there is also a maid’s room. There is a larger balcony, which is attached to both the living area and a bedroom.

There are a number of options for transportation near Rainbow Residences, as the area is well-connected to the metro system, as well as the bus routes.

People who prefer to travel by bus can walk over to Sheikh Rashid Colony Bus Stop or Emirates Driving Institute Bus Stop, while the Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation Bus Stop is also nearby. The Union Cooperative Society Bus Stop is only 4 minutes away by car.

There are a couple of metro stations near the complex, the nearest being Dubai Airport Free Zone Metro Station, which is only 3 minutes away. The Al Nahda Metro Station is 4 minutes away. A 6-minute drive would take the residents to Al Qusais Metro Station and Stadium Metro Station.

There is a variety of world-class restaurants near Rainbow Residences, offering some of the best cuisines and dishes. Some of the nearby restaurants include:

• The Charcoal Shack
• Gazebo
• Shater
• Marhaba Mandi

The Charcoal Shack is located at Sahara Building, 5 minutes away from the complex. They serve Arabian and Middle Eastern dishes. Their popular dishes include Dynamite Chicken and Spicy Shawarma. 8 minutes away is Gazebo at Al Nahda Road, which features Indian dishes. They are known for their various types of biryani, as well as butter chicken.

For fast food, residents can check out Shater, which is 5 minutes away. They can enjoy different varieties of burgers and chicken dishes. To enjoy the famous mandi, residents can drive 4 minutes to Marhaba Mandi, which is located on Damascus Street. They can also enjoy the Kunafa, Chicken Madhabi and Mutton Madfoon at the restaurant.

There are various cafes nearby, such as:

• Karakee Cafe
• FiLLi

Karakee Cafe is located 3 minutes away, while FiLLi is a popular cafe at Al Nahda Road, 5 minutes away from the complex.

Fine dining restaurants near Rainbow Residences include:

• Handi – Jood Palace Hotel
• Casa Mia – Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
• Medley – Hotel Pullman

Handi is an authentic Indian restaurant, found 13 minutes away from the complex. People enjoy their thali, as well as the various curries and kebabs they have to offer. Casa Mia is located at an 11-minute drive and serves Italian dishes, specializing in pizzas and pastas. Medley is a class fine dining restaurant serving Arabian, European, Italian, Indian and Thai cuisines. It can be reached in 15 minutes and has a little something for everyone.

Nightlife options near the buildings are:

• Warehouse – Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
• Skyline Lounge – Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City
• Tolstoy Library and Lounge – Moscow Hotel

These lounges are within a 15-minute drive and feature a variety of drinks and snacks, as well as entertainment options.

Residents can get their groceries and other items from the various supermarkets near Rainbow Residences, the nearest being:

• New Al Shams Supermarket
• West Zone Fresh Supermarket
• Al Maya Supermarket

New Al Shams Supermarket is located at a walking distance from the complex. It has all the items that the residents might need, including fresh fruits and vegetables. It also provides home delivery, which is a big benefit.

West Zone Fresh Supermarket is one of the most popular supermarket chains in Dubai, with one outlet located a short walk away. They have a strong focus on organic and fresh products. They also have frozen foods and bakery items.

Al Maya Supermarket is located 3 minutes away and is open for 24 hours. It features various imported goods, fresh and frozen foods, as well as home brands. The supermarket also provides home delivery services.

• Al Jabri Tower 1 – residential building
• Al Wasl Building – residential building
• Al Adiyat – residential building
• JSCOM Tower – residential building
• Fortune Plaza

Residential buildings near Rainbow Residences include Al Jabri Tower 1, Al Wasl Building, Al Adiyat and JSCOM Tower. Fortune Plaza is one of the many hotels nearby.

Some of the popular landmarks and attractions near Rainbow Residences include:

• Al Qusais Pond Park
• Dubai Dolphinarium
• Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary

The Al Qusais Pond Park, located 9 minutes away, is a local neighbourhood park which is one of the biggest parks in Dubai. It has a 2 km long jogging track for people who like to take a stroll or a run. There are various courts for different sports, as well as shaded sitting areas for people who like to simply sit back and relax.

The Dubai Dolphinarium is the first fully air-conditioned indoor dolphinarium in the Middle East. Located 15 minutes, it provides a natural habitat for dolphins and seals. People can view them in live shows and also take photos. The Dolphinarium is located near the Children’s City in Bur Dubai.

Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Downtown Dubai, 15 minutes away from the complex. Also known as the “Cape of the Creek”, the sanctuary is a natural habitat for birds, as well as migratory waterbirds which fly in from east Africa. The sanctuary also has salt flats, mudflats, mangroves and lagoons.

While living in Rainbow Residences is ideal for people looking for affordable and quality accommodation. One major factor to consider is that the Al Qusais Industrial Area is nearby, which means that residents may not find it as quiet and peaceful as they prefer.