Abu Dhabi, UAE — Abu Dhabi-based Royal Development Holding, a subsidiary of Emirates Stallions Group (ADX: ESG), has launched Radisson Residences Al Reem Island, a AED 1.2 billion ($327 million) waterfront development in partnership with Radisson Hotel Group. The project marks the world’s first standalone Radisson Residences and targets completion by end-2027.
It comprises three towers over a shared podium, offering studios to three-bedroom apartments, two-bedroom townhouses, and four-bedroom townhouses along Al Reem Island’s mangrove-fronted waterfront, 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi.
Branded Residences Surge in Abu Dhabi
Al Reem Island leads Abu Dhabi’s residential market with off-plan property prices up 38% year-on-year in Q2 2025, driven by ADGM expansion and waterfront appeal. Branded residences like this project command an 87% premium, with Abu Dhabi’s transaction volumes rising 126% year-on-year; their market share is projected to grow from 2% in 2025 to 18% by 2029 on a 2,740-unit pipeline.
Overall, Abu Dhabi residential prices rose 17.3% annually to AED 1,230 per sq ft by H1 2025, fueled by constrained supply and 33,000+ units under construction. Off-plan sales dominate UAE trends, accounting for 65-76% of transactions amid investor demand for flexible plans like the project’s 40:60 structure with 5% down payment.
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Tariq Nazzal, CEO of Royal Development Holding, said: “Radisson Residences Al Reem Island offers a rare opportunity with real momentum behind it. It is the first standalone Radisson Residences worldwide and the first branded residence in Al Reem that will be completed by end of 2027, marking another step in Royal Development Holding’s mission to craft transformative living environments in the UAE and beyond.”
Nature-Inspired Design and Amenities
The development emphasizes coastal living with floor-to-ceiling glazing, balconies overlooking mangroves, and interiors using natural timber and porcelain palettes. Wellness features include a pool deck, fitness centers, yoga studios, and Radisson Rewards privileges, integrated into landscaped courtyards.
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Elie Milky, Chief Development Officer for the Middle East at Radisson Hotel Group, added: “Our collaboration with Royal Development Holding brings Radisson Residences to one of Abu Dhabi’s most compelling waterfront locations. The project’s nature-led design, immersive coastal lifestyle, and hospitality-enhanced residential experience reflect our vision for modern branded living.”
Proximity to boutique retail and dining enhances Al Reem Island’s rise as a lifestyle hub.
Appeal for Indian Investors
Indian investors, who drove AED 35 billion into UAE real estate in 2024 and hold 22% of Dubai’s market share, increasingly eye Abu Dhabi for 30% lower prices than Dubai and yields up to 9.95%. Q1 2025 saw AED 96.2 billion in Abu Dhabi transactions, up 24%, with off-plan projects like this offering freehold ownership and escrow security.
Knight Frank notes $1.6 billion in global capital targeting Abu Dhabi homes, appealing to HNWIs seeking value.
This launch underscores Abu Dhabi’s shift toward exclusive branded waterfront living, promising capital appreciation amid Al Reem’s price momentum and branded premiums. For Indian investors, it provides a lower-entry alternative to Dubai with high yields, visa perks via property ownership, and nature-integrated lifestyle, aligning with UAE’s wealth migration trends.
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