Al Habtoor City: Luxurious living near the Dubai Canal
Al Habtoor City, the pioneer project of Al Habtoor group has redefined luxury living in Dubai. The project announced in 2013 was opened in 2016. Al Habtoor City attracts approximately 20,000 tourists and residents every day and over 7 million visitors a year. Formerly known as the ‘Habtoor Palace Complex,’ the multi-million project features three 5-star hotels, three luxurious residential towers, a variety of leisure facilities, signature restaurants, stylish cafes and more.
Before it became Al Habtoor City, the area was famous for being home to the very first 5-star hotel in Dubai, Metropolitan. Since the area’s redevelopment, the hotel has been moved further down Sheikh Zayed Road.
Let us explore some popular attractions in Al Habtoor City.
Hotels in Al Habtoor City
Indulge in the ultimate luxury of world-class five-star hotels equipped with unmatched amenities at this premier waterfront development in Duabi. The three lavish hotels, Habtoor Palace, LXR Hotels & Resorts, and Curio Collection by Hilton are designed by world-class architects. These hotels together offer more than 1,600 sophisticated rooms for the guests.
Habtoor Palace, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Habtoor Palace is a luxury hotel in Al Habtoor City with 234 guest rooms. It is located across the Business Bay on Sheikh Zayed Road and some distance away from the Dubai Water Canal. This palace is home to 52 lavish suites including the one-of-a-kind in the Middle East – Bently Suite and Sir Winston Churchill suite. The urban resort of this hotel is connected to Sheikh Zayed Road and has helipad access. The guests can experience haute cuisine dining at the Atrium. Formerly branded as St Regis Dubai, this luxurious hotel is a popular location to host events and celebrations in the city.
V Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
The V Hilton is part of the Al Habtoor City Hotels and is close to the Habtoor Palace and Hilton Dubai. It is a tall skyscraper with 33-floors. It offers 356 guest rooms, two restaurants, a lounge, and a poolside bar. V Hilton also provides a 1000 sq. yd meeting room perfect for hosting corporate events in Dubai. Talking about culinary choices, this hotel houses Korean restaurant NAMU, and Level Seven that serves Mediterranean food. The guests can even enjoy Dubai’s first resident show by visiting La Perle by Dragone. Guests to the hotel get two complimentary tickets for the spectacular show.V Hilton was formerly branded as the W Hotel Dubai, but has since then changed management and been taken over by the Hilton group.
Hilton Al Habtoor City Dubai
The Hilton Dubai is centrally located between the Sheikh Zayed Road and the Dubai Water Canal. This hotel features 44 floors, 1,004 guest rooms which include 142 suites. Hilton Al Habtoor City Dubai is built on the heritage of Hilton Hotels & Resorts in the UAE. Similar to the other hotels in Al Habtoor City, Hilton Dubai was also formerly managed by the Starwood International group and was branded as Westin Dubai.
Properties in Al Habtoor City
If you want a waterfront home in Dubai, that is still very close to the city’s main artery Sheikh Zayed Road, then this community is a perfect choice. It is the first integrated residential complex built on the banks of the Dubai Water Canal.
Three Residential Towers in Al Habtoor City
The are three luxurious residential towers in the community. The Amna tower, Meera tower and Noora tower are named after the daughters of Ahmed Al Habtoor, the founder of Al Habtoor Group. Two towers have 73 storeys while one has 52 floors. The neighbourhood on the bank of the Dubai Water Canal offers a luxurious lifestyle. There are several apartments for rent in Al Habtoor City with elegant interiors. The floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies offer panoramic views of the surroundings.
As per current listings on Bayut, prices for flats in Al Habtoor City start from AED 72k for the year. Residents of Al Habtoor City apartments can access various amenities including gyms, spas, supermarket, lap pools and clinics. When it comes to investing prices for apartments in Al Habtoor City start from AED 1.45 as per current listings.
There are a few penthouses too in the development that offer an extraordinary living experience. However, there is limited availability for these penthouses.
Leisure Deck
The residents of the towers can enjoy one of Dubai’s largest leisure decks and take in the views of the eye-catching skyline. The open-air deck surrounded by sun-loungers is an ideal spot for the ultimate family time. This place is also a good choice for a picnic as it provides a barbeque area and artisan café.
Leisure Attractions in Al Habtoor City
The area provides a variety of leisure activities for its residents. From a state-of-the-art tennis academy to cafes, boutiques, and restaurants, this place has everything you can think of.
La Perle by Dragone
One of the most promising tourist attraction is Al Habtoor City’s La Perle. It has been created by world’s renowned director Franco Dragone. The show presents breathtaking live performances featuring 65 artists. The key performances include acrobatic, aerial and aquatic stunts.
Dubai Canal Promenade
A notable attraction for those living in the area is the proximity to the Dubai Canal. Just across from the hotels and apartments, there is a long promenade where you can take in the soothing sights and sounds of the Dubai Canal.
Al Habtoor Tennis Academy
If you are a sports fan, then the area has you covered. There is a state-of-the-art tennis academy in the locality. The members of the academy have access to four tennis courts. This includes a covered court, an air-conditioned court and the Club House. Those who want to maintain their fitness can avail the gym facility with personal trainers, a yoga studio, Pilates, and aerobics.
This is certainly one of the most luxurious apartment developments in the city. If you are looking for other areas around this development, you could also look at renting apartments in Business Bay.
