XL Tower, Business Bay

XL Tower is a commercial building that is approximately 115 metres tall and features 25 floors that consist of retail and commercial options. The tower was developed by DAMAC Properties Group and is also known as DAMAC XL Tower. The construction began in the year 2006 and was completed in 2008. This beautifully architectured building showcases a circular structure providing each office with waterfront views.

The tower is situated in the heart of Business Bay, which is the commercial hub of Dubai. This free-zone corporate district is rapidly expanding, boasting many high-profile businesses. Business Bay is located right next to downtown Dubai and goes all the way up to Dubai’s coast. Its strategic location, right next to the new extension of Dubai Creek connects it to the main Sheikh Zayed Road making the commute easier for professionals.

• Type of building: Commercial
• Location: Business Bay
• Developer: DAMAC Properties
• Date of completion: 2008
• Number of floors: 25
• Unit type: Offices
• Amenities: Designated parking, 24-hour security, reception desk,

One unique aspect of the DAMAC XL Tower Dubai is that it facilitates professionals with a balance of business and leisure amenities, within the premises.

There are five levels reserved for parking in XL Tower, Business Bay, Dubai – three podium levels and two basement levels, which means ample parking space for every individual. Working professionals and visitors get free parking space. In case of additional space, the side-streets also have public parking available.

DAMAC XL Tower has a total of four high-speed elevators to expedite the movement of professionals entering and leaving the building.

DAMAC XL Tower Business Bay has a security staff that monitors the building premises for 24 hours. It also has a dedicated staff who are highly trained in providing concierge services. There’s a reception desk on every floor of the building to facilitate visitors.

XL Tower provides the perfect balance between work and fitness for professionals working in the building, as it features a fully equipped gymnasium. Moreover, there is a dedicated aerobics-room and a selection of covered jogging tracks and walkways surround the building.

The tower boasts an oval-shaped swimming pool on the roof. The pool is surrounded by lounge chairs. One can enjoy spectacular 360-degree views of Business Bay’s skyline from this location.

XL tower’s ground floor features retail shops, whereas the rest of the floors consist of offices. All the offices come with water-facing balconies.

The three types of offices in XL Tower include:

• Shared offices
• Shell-and-core offices
• Fitted offices

The shared offices come with a private office space and access to multipurpose meeting rooms and the business lounge. Shell-and-core offices come in unfurnished and non-fitted office space, where the buyer or tenant has the freedom to design their own office. Fitted offices are those where one can move in anytime. These luxurious units come with a higher price tag.

This modern elegant building is perfect to buy or rent an office.

The offices for rent in XL Tower come in all shapes and sizes. Built on a spacious surface, the fitted offices come with 964 sq. ft. to 1,200 sq. ft. of covered space.

For those looking to invest in the offices for sale in XL Tower, the available options come at a minimum of 964 sq. ft. to a maximum of 1,367 sq. ft. units.

Equipped with an office pantry and parking spots, these units also offer lakeside and Burj Khalifa views. One will also have the option to install a glass partition if needed. However, the costs of the units vary because certain offices will have better amenities such as being fully furnished units and or scenic views of the creek.

The shops for rent in XL Tower come fully furnished however, these are the shell-and-core options. Ranging in the sizes from 577 sq. ft. to 938 sq. ft, these are quite spacious and can be used for a retail store or a supermarket. Renting a shop in XL Tower can cost an average of AED 94k, annually.

XL Tower rental offices have the following pricing range:

• Offices for rent in XL Tower have a minimum price of AED 45k and a maximum price around AED 220k

Those interested in exploring more options can pick from the diverse choices of offices for rent in Business Bay.

Offices for sale in XL Tower, Business Bay:

• Offices for sale in XL Tower offer well-designed spaces for a pricing range of AED 930k to AED 3.9M

Investors who want good return rate should look into options for offices for sale in Business Bay. Commercial properties in the area promises high profit due to demand.

For those working in the XL Tower, commuting will be stress-free and convenient for the most part. The main road that links with XL Tower is Marasi Drive which directly connects with Al Khail Road. One can get to Sheikh Zayed Road in an approximate drive of 10 minutes drive. Those planning to take Emirates Road can connect with this highway in 18 minutes.

For those who need to take the bus, there is a bus stop just 1-minute away on foot, this is the XL Tower bus stop.

Those using public transportation can visit XL Tower via the Business Bay Metro Station on the Red Line of the Dubai Metro. It is a short 12-minute walk away or a 5-minute drive away.

Some nearby restaurants near the tower include:

• Han Cuisine Restaurant
• Bombay Brasserie
• Pinza
• Teatro

At an 8-minute walk, there is Han Cuisine Restaurant that serves authentic Chinese food in the Business Bay district. Those who crave Indian food can visit Bombay Brasserie which is also 8-minutes away east of XL Tower.

Teatro in Towers Rotana is a fine-dining place, one of the best restaurants in Business Bay Dubai, located 13 minutes away, it offers oriental dishes, including Japanese, Chinese and Indian cuisines. There is also an option for Italian dishes.

Several other restaurants surround the XL Tower, Business Bay. Though the aforementioned require the shortest distance via car. The nightlife options nearby include Bay Club, Bridgewater Tavern and The Rose & Crown, all within the radius of a 10-minute drive.

• Elite Business Bay – residential building
• Cheddar Cheese Tower – commercial building
• Belhab Tower – commercial building

XL Tower shares the neighbourhood with other commercial and residential buildings. So if you are looking for a place to live close to the tower, you can consider renting or buying an apartment in Business Bay.

XL Tower, Business Bay is a building where professionals enjoy an abundance of space. However, one important factor to keep in mind is that there is tram service in Business Bay is at least 14 minutes drive away, so one will have to choose between taking the bus or the metro to the tower.

XL Tower, Business Bay, has offices for rent and sale.

Yes, there is a reception desk on each floor of the DAMAC XL Tower, Business Bay.