Meraas · Bluewaters Island

Bluewaters Residences

• Apartments
• Penthouses
• Townhouses

Bedrooms

1–5 BR

Size

52–9,415 sqft

Payment plan

On request

Completion

Ready

Available

On request

Handover

Q1 2019

About Bluewaters Residences

Architecture & Building Design

Bluewaters Residences is a collection of 10 mid-rise residential buildings arranged over a shared podium on Bluewaters Island, off the coast of Jumeirah Beach Residence. The 10 buildings range from 6 to 14 storeys above ground, each topped with either a roof level or a penthouse floor, and together they contain 698 glass-fronted apartments, 4 penthouses, and 17 townhouses. Concrete-framed with block infill, every unit delivers floor-to-ceiling windows that frame views across Ain Dubai, the Arabian Gulf, Dubai Marina, or the island's landscaped boulevard.

The four penthouses occupy the uppermost floors of selected buildings and offer 5-bedroom layouts with en-suite bathrooms, extended living areas, and 360-degree views taking in the Gulf, the Marina skyline, and the 210-metre Ain Dubai observation wheel. The 17 townhouses are low-rise, ground-plus-one structures integrated into the podium, providing a distinct typology within the wider residential cluster.

Interiors & Finish Quality

Apartment interiors follow a neutral, minimalist palette that pairs Scandinavian-style wooden flooring with soft metallic fixtures. Open-plan kitchens are fitted with Italian appliances and continuous worktops, keeping the aesthetic clean and functional. The design vocabulary is deliberately restrained, allowing the views and natural light admitted by the full-height glazing to define each space rather than decorative layering.

Each apartment comes with one or two dedicated parking spaces within the common basement, and all residents benefit from direct podium-level access to the shared amenity spaces without crossing public roads.

Amenities & Community Facilities

The residential podium integrates a programme of amenities designed for everyday family use: state-of-the-art gymnasiums, swimming pools, landscaped gardens, basketball courts, and children's play areas. The outdoor environment is organised around a series of shaded water courtyards that provide passive cooling and connect the buildings visually and physically. Pedestrian pathways modelled on a valley structure weave between buildings, creating shaded walkways that make the cluster walkable at all hours.

Beyond the podium, residents have immediate access to the island's 164 retail, dining, and entertainment outlets spread across the boulevard and beneath the residential buildings. A beach club and ferry dock serve the waterfront, and 2,400 car-parking spaces are distributed across the island for visitors and residents alike.

Investment Case

Bluewaters Island is a Meraas-developed destination community with a fixed land boundary and a finite residential supply of 751 units across 10 buildings. The island's unique positioning as home to Ain Dubai, two five-star hotels with a combined 479 keys, and over 160 retail and dining operators creates a structurally high footfall environment that underpins rental demand. The project reached 100 percent completion in early 2019, eliminating construction risk for secondary-market buyers.

Connectivity is a practical differentiator: a direct road link from Sheikh Zayed Road, a 265-metre pedestrian bridge to JBR, and a Group Rapid Transit driverless vehicle system serving the island all reduce dependence on private transport. Dubai Marina Metro is accessible within the broader transport node, placing the island within easy reach of Dubai's wider public transit network. This strong connectivity further enhances the appeal for those looking to buy properties in La Mer, combining waterfront living with convenient access to key business districts, retail destinations, and lifestyle attractions across the city.

Key highlights

• 10 completed residential buildings, 751 total units, handed over Q1 2019
• 698 apartments in 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom configurations plus 4 penthouses and 17 townhouses
• 4 penthouses with 5 bedrooms and 360-degree views of the Gulf and Marina skyline
• Direct road link from Sheikh Zayed Road plus 265-metre pedestrian bridge to JBR
• 164 retail, dining, and entertainment outlets on the island boulevard
• Developed by Meraas on a fixed-supply island with no further residential phases

Why this project

• Completed island community off JBR with 698 apartments, 17 townhouses, and 4 penthouses steps from Ain Dubai and 164 dining and retail outlets.

Amenities

• •Swimming pools
• •Gymnasiums
• •Landscaped gardens
• •Basketball courts
• •Children's play areas
• •Shaded water courtyards
• •Pedestrian walkways
• •Shared basement parking
• •Beach club access

Location

Connectivity & Accessibility

Bluewaters Island sits off the JBR coastline and connects to the mainland via a direct road from Sheikh Zayed Road. A 265-metre pedestrian and cycling bridge links the island to The Beach at JBR. The island operates a Group Rapid Transit driverless system, and a ferry dock provides water-taxi access. Dubai Marina is approximately 7 minutes away by road, Downtown Dubai is around 20 minutes, and Dubai International Airport is approximately 30 minutes.

Nearby Landmarks & Amenities

Ain Dubai, the world's largest observation wheel at 210 metres, anchors the island's entertainment offer. Two five-star hotels sit at the island's tip facing open water. The Beach at JBR, Dubai Marina Mall, and the dining strip along Dubai Marina Walk are all within a short pedestrian or GRT journey. Jumeirah Lake Towers and its retail and office cluster are accessible via the Sheikh Zayed Road interchange, providing convenient access to business, shopping, and dining destinations. This excellent connectivity enhances the appeal of the community in Dubai, offering residents seamless travel to major commercial hubs and lifestyle attractions across the emirate.