Dubai Marina

Dubai Marina Details

Dubai Marina is one of the most well-known neighborhoods in Dubai. This community has luxury skyscrapers, a large number of dining and entertainment alternatives, and, best of all, it provides waterfront living to its residents. It is one of the most well-known areas for renting luxury apartments in Dubai.

Community Overview

Dubai Marina is a well-planned community, which is completed with a great network of roads and a charming marina filled with luxury yachts. It is a true example of excellence from the master developer, Emaar properties, who changed a 3.5 km shoreline into a 6,452,391 sq. ft. Modern neighborhood that provides a Riviera-style lifestyle. The most important feature of this beautiful neighborhood is the large canal; it stretches over 3.5km giving access to the sea on both sides. The future residents can make a choice out of the most luxurious apartments, with the background of a lovely marina.

Properties in Dubai Marina

Dubai Marina has about 200 residential towers, each providing amusing views of the city and the harbor. It is more focused on apartment living, even though there are luxurious podium villas for investors who are interested in buying villas.

Apartments for rent in Dubai Marina start from studios, 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments, to penthouses that range from 5 or more bedrooms. These apartments come with a large living area, fitted kitchen, and an en-suite bathroom. Other common features are a powder room, a maid’s room, and a balcony. Many of the world-class amenities include security, a parking area, a fitness center, and concierge services.

Most Popular Buildings in Dubai Marina

The community has a lot of high-rising skyscrapers. These buildings have different types of properties to choose from. Interested future tenants can have a look at the popular buildings in Dubai Marina to make their choice.

Marina Diamond is the most popular residential complex. It has six residential buildings with a large number of apartments ranging from studios 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units. The complex is known for its views of the marina and city; this makes higher floors more desirable.

The second popular building is DEC Towers. It is a complex made up of two buildings that have studios and 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments.

The next most popular building is Marina Gate, followed by Manchester Tower and Marina Pinnacle. Dubai Marina Towers is a well-known complex with a range of 1,2,3, and 4-bedroom apartments and 3 to 4-bedroom townhouses.

Best Hotels in Dubai Marina

Dubai Marina has some of the best hotels in Dubai. Following is the list of hotels in Dubai Marina:

Address Dubai Marina

Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa

Le Verda Suites and Villa

Grosvernor House

The Address is a 5-star hotel that has a direct link to the mall. All rooms come with spectacular marina views and access to amenities such as a spa, fitness center, infinity pool, and much more.

Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa is also a 5-star resort that oversees the marina. There are many amenities that the hotel offers, such as temperature-controlled swimming pools and tennis courts. There are 14 outlets of restaurants in the hotel itself.

La Verda Suites and Villa is a little different hotel experience, as it provides bigger properties like villas and duplex penthouses, and guests can choose 24-hour butler service. The hotel has professional childcare services and activities specially designed for kids.

Grosnvernor House is a luxury hotel that provides one-of-a-kind experiences to its visitors. Grosvernor has about 750 rooms, a private beach, and a terrace pool.

Public Transportation in Dubai Marina

There are two metro stations in Dubai Marina: DMCC Metro Station and Sobha Realty Metro Station. The roads get busy in the evenings; the metro is a good way to travel after work. Getting around Dubai Marina is easier with Dubai Tram, with its 11 stations ranging from JBR to Al Sufouh.

Amenities, Schools, and Healthcare

Supermarkets in Dubai Marina

The Marina Mall has Waitrose supermarket, where residents can get all their grocery shopping done. Other than this, Dubai Marina has Spinneys, West Zone Supermarket, and Al Maya, which help residents with their daily needs. Other stores, like multiple branches of Zoom mini-mart, are also seen around different buildings.

Churches, Temples, and Mosques in Dubai Marina

There is a mosque in Dubai Marina which is called Masjid Al Rahim; the mosque can accommodate up to 2,000 worshippers at a time. It started in 2014 and is now known as one of the most well-known mosques in the UAE.

There is a group of churches in Jebel Ali that is 15 minutes from the community. Some of the best churches are St. Francis of Assisi Church, United Christian Church of Dubai, and Dubai Mar Thoma Church. Also located in the same area, Sikh residents can visit Guru Nanak Darbar. The closest temple is 25 minutes away in the Bur Dubai district.

Schools in Dubai Marina

There are nurseries in Dubai Marina which provide different options for families with younger children. Raffles Nursery is one of them. It follows an Early Years Curriculum for kids from 45 days old to 4 years. The nursery is positioned on the Marina Walk, which is easily accessible from most of the towers. For older kids, schools are positioned in nearby areas such as Jumeirah, The Springs, and Umm Suqeim. These schools are Horizon International School, King’s School Dubai, and  Dubai British School.

Hospitals and Clinics in Dubai Marina

The neighborhood also has medical clinics and centers for the needs of the family. These are Medicare Medical Centre Marina and Emirates Hospitals Clinic. Other alternatives are  Saudi German Hospital and Al Zahra Hospital, which are positioned near the community in Al Barsha for any emergencies. Pharmacies are also there at regular intervals around Dubai Marina.

Lifestyle

Shopping, Dining, and Nightlife

Malls in Dubai Marina

Dubai Marina Mall, which is positioned conveniently on Sheikh Zayed Road, provides residents with a lot of retails options covering everything from retail stores, high-street fashion, a supermarket, and more. Besides shopping, one can dine at the wide range of F and B outlets or catch a movie at Reel Cinemas.

JBR’s The Beach mall is also very close to the marina, offering residents an off-beat shopping experience. There is a smaller collection of luxury brands and specialty stores in this mall.

Restaurants in Dubai Marina

Living in Dubai Marina will have one spoilt with choice when it comes to food. The Marina Walk is lined with al fresco cafes and restaurants with amazing cuisines from all over the world. There are also a lot of casual restaurants with fine dining options and nightspots.

Dining at one of the seven fine-dining restaurants in the very popular Pier 7 is necessary. The spectacular circular building provides pretty views of the Dubai skyline and has a different restaurant on each of its seven floors- it is an experience one shouldn’t miss.