The Gate Tower 1, Al Reem Island

The Gate Tower 1 is part of the The Gate Towers on Al Reem Island – an award-winning complex in the heart of Shams, Abu Dhabi. Owned by Aldar Properties and developed by Sorouh Real Estate, the complex features three mixed-use buildings and The Arc.

The Gate Residential Tower 1 is a residential building with a few retail options at the podium level. It offers a mix of 1-4 bedroom apartments, studios, penthouses and duplex units. Standing 781 ft. tall, Gate Tower 1 is the 12th tallest building in Abu Dhabi with 3 floors below and 66 floors above ground.

The community surrounding Gate Towers (The Gate Shams Abu Dhabi or The Gate District Towers) has rapidly evolved over a few years. As per Bayut’s year-end market report for 2019, Shams Abu Dhabi is one of the best areas to buy or rent properties on Al Reem Island. The Gate Towers were proposed in 2007, the construction started a year later and was completed in 2013. All three towers share a unique Penthouses Bridge – the highest in the world for a residential complex.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Al Reem Island
• Developer: Aldar Properties
• Date of completion: 2013
• Number of floors: 66
• Number of units: 802
• Unit type: 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments and penthouses
• Type of Ownership: Freehold
• Amenities: Swimming pool, gym, sauna, jacuzzi and kids’ play area

Residents get dedicated spaces for parking in Gate Tower 1, Abu Dhabi. There are 4,713 spaces in the secured parking area where residents and visitors can park a vehicle or two. But visitors might not find a spot for long hours when the entire complex is occupied.

There are 6 high-speed lifts in the Gate Tower 1, Reem Island and the top elevator speed recorded is 7 m/s.

The building is cleaned by dedicated staff and waste is disposed of every day. Also, security within the complex is backed by CCTV surveillance.

Residents get access to wellness facilities including services of a professional trainer in the gym in Gate Tower 1, Reem Island, Abu Dhabi.

The podium has two pools, a separate swimming pool for children, sauna room, jacuzzi and a lazy river. One can just wander around or sit back and relax on the side of the river.

The Gate Tower 1, Abu Dhabi offers modern living facilities. Apart from the retail centre at the lower level of the complex, it offers a wide range of family recreation and wellness facilities.

The Gate Residential Tower 1, Abu Dhabi has a shaded play area, multi-purpose sports courts where residents can play tennis or squash. There are running tracks and gardens around the lounge area.

Residents can avail round-the-clock maintenance and concierge services. Visitors can wait in the well-maintained lobby that has a 24-hour help desk.

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 The Gate Tower 1 floor plans.

There are 802 ready apartments in Gate Tower 1, Abu Dhabi. One can choose from 1-bedroom to 3-bedroom units, studio flats, penthouses and duplex units. Each unit features high-quality flooring and fittings and some apartments are fully furnished.

A studio flats in The Gate Residential Tower 1, Abu Dhabi typically cover around 550 sq. ft. to 580 sq. ft. of an area. These unit consist of a large hall, an open-concept modern kitchen and a bathroom. Kitchens have ample storage space and built-in wooden cabinets.

The covered area of a 1-bed flats in The Gate Residential Tower 1 ranges from 850 sq. ft. to 950 sq. ft. 1-bedroom units include a spacious and ventilated bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. Some may have an extra guest bathroom as well. Besides, one can find a lounge and an open kitchen equipped with appliances.

2-bedroom flats in The Gate Residential Tower 1 span over 1,134 sq. ft. to 1,445 sq. ft. featuring a lounge, kitchen, 3 well-fitted bathrooms and two master bedrooms. The installation of floor-to-ceiling windows in the living area and bedrooms allow ample natural light into the apartment along with views of the city.

3-bedroom flats are luxurious units spanning from 1,745 sq. ft. to 2,040 sq. ft. These apartments consist of a living room, a kitchen equipped with regular appliances and three spacious bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Some units also have a separate powder room and a maid’s room.

Penthouses are found on the bridge extending over the three towers. Each unit has 4 or 5 bedrooms offering panoramic views of the city. Moreover, for residents in penthouses in The Gate Residential Tower 1, there are reserved parking spaces, private leisure deck and pool.

As for public transportation in Abu Dhabi near Gate Tower 1, buses are the most popular mode. Besides that, using private vehicles is always a better option.

Quite a few bus stations are present near Shams Abu Dhabi. You can reach the stops at St 36/ St 53 and St 21/ Safeer Mall within 10 minutes on foot while Sara Al Mazrooei Mosque bus station is at a mere 6-minute walking distance. Buses that stop nearby include 101 and 102.

You can find fast-food chains and restaurants near Gate Tower 1. Popular options include:

• The Chippy
• Eat and Drink Restaurant
• Beachside Cafe

The Chippy and Eat and Drink Restaurant are both less than 5 minutes away. The Chippy is a popular fish and chips restaurant while Eat and Drink serves fast food. Beachside Café at Mangrove Place Waterfront is 5 minutes away.

Some of the best restaurants in Reem Island include Super Poke, Smoking Doll and Cafe James.

These are some supermarkets near The Gate Tower 1:

• Mangrove Mini Market
• Waitrose
• Carrefour Hypermarket
• Zoom Mini Mart

Al Maya Supermarket is just a block away. You can reach there in 2 minutes. It has all kinds of grocery and bakery items. Waitrose and Mangrove Mini Market are also located close-by. Both are good options for routine shopping. Carrefour Hypermarket is just 6 minutes away from the towers.

• Repton School
• Cranleigh School
• Mosaic Nursery

Repton is an all-through British curriculum school, established in 2013. It is one of the best options for residents of The Gate Tower 1 as it takes only 5 minutes to reach the school.

Cranleigh School is 17 minutes away. It is also a British curriculum school for FS1 to Year 13 students.

Mosais Nursery is in Sun Tower, Reem Island, 5 minutes away from the tower. It has multiple branches in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

• Sun Tower
• Sky Tower
• Mangrove Place

Besides The Gate Tower 2 and The Gate Tower 3, there are some brand new projects in the vicinity. Sun Tower and Sky Tower are also two prominent apartment buildings a few blocks away from The Gate Tower. At a short drive of around 5 minutes, there’s another apartment complex called Mangrove Place.

Located on the entrance of Shams District, The Gate Tower was intended to be a landmark visible from a distance. Also, this central location connects the buildings to Al Reem Island Investment Zone and Abu Dhabi’s key commercial centres including CBD (Al Maryah Island), Mina and Saadiyat Cultural District. Its prime location along with evolving infrastructure and facilities is expected to make it a highly demanded residential property in Abu Dhabi. Popular landmarks that surround the complex are:

• Linear Park
• Shams Boutik Mall
• Reem Central Park
• Gateway Park

The Gate Tower 1 lies on the entrance of this district adding to the beauty and prominence of the area with its unique ‘arc’ and architecture. It is also accessible from Reem Central Park in 5 minutes.

Shams Boutik Mall is one of the two malls in the neighbourhood. It is a family-friendly mall with variety of options for kids’ entertainment.

Price trends in The Gate Tower 1 are slightly higher than other properties. It maybe due to the amenities the project offers. Gate Towers is a place for people who want to live away from the city centre but commuting towards downtown Abu Dhabi is time taking. These are some pros and cons of living in The Reem Island.

The Gate Tower 1 has a jacuzzi, a swimming pool, a lazy river and a well-equipped gym.

The Gate Tower 1 is part of the The Gate Towers complex in Reem Island, Abu Dhabi.