Nakheel announces Rixos Dubai Islands resort

Dubai’s Nakheel and Excelsior Real Estate are teaming to launch a new beachside real estate development in the city.

Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel and Residences will be situated in a prime location on Dubai Islands, on the northern coast of the emirate.

The development is the first luxury hotel and residential offering on Dubai Islands and will provide residents and visitors the same level of service and amenities that can be found at Rixos resorts across the world.

Rixos Dubai Islands

Residents will have access to amenities that focus on sports, leisure and wellness, such as communal residential lounges, popular cafes and restaurants, various entertainment options, hotel-style lobbies for each building with drop-off facilities, infinity pools, a spa and fitness centre.

The new development is set back in a secluded cove on the islands, with a 700m beach that all residents have direct access to.

It will feature mid-rise contemporary architecture with a resort look-and-feel.

All residences are designed for maximum privacy and offer the best views and natural light through full-height windows.

The residences will be comprised of one, two and three-bedroom apartments with spacious overhanging terraces creating shade, four-bedroom duplexes with private pools, beach houses including their own gardens and terraces and ten luxury villas.

The three-bedroom apartments will offer up to approximately 4,880sq ft of indoor and outdoor living space while the villas are 6,350sq ft and include private pools.

All residences boast marine views, including sunset views over the sea.

The development also features family-friendly facilities that Rixos are known for, such as a kids’ club making the development perfect for families.



As well as all the amenities, residents can also choose from an al a carte menu of services, ensuring every need is catered for. Owners are also provided preferential access to Accor Diamond status.

Rasha Hasan, Chief Commercial Officer at Nakheel, said: “At Nakheel we are committed to redefining waterfront living in Dubai and we are delighted to be launching Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel and Residences, a project which will enhance the lives of citizens, residents and visitors of Dubai.

“The stunning waterfront location on Dubai Islands will make Rixos Dubai Islands, Hotel and Residences a new place to enjoy Dubai’s beautiful coastline.

“By bringing the world-renowned Rixos brand to Dubai Islands, we are creating an exclusive family-friendly living environment that offers waterfront luxury living with a metropolitan feel.”

Dubai Islands comprises five islands with a total area of 17sq km and 20km of beaches and offers beachfront living within 20 minutes of downtown, as well as key locations including the airport and marine ports.

As well as the Rixos development, they will be home to more than 80 resorts and hotels, including luxury and wellness resorts, boutique, family and eco-conscious hotels, supporting the emirate’s ambition to boost the tourism and hospitality sector.

The development will support the 2040 Urban Master Plan which aims to increase the number of hotels and create vibrant and healthy communities.