Buying Guide

Branded Residences in Dubai & the UAE


Realtor Team 28/10/2026 4 min read
Branded Residences in Dubai & the UAE — Dubai property market illustration

35 off-plan homes serviced or designed by hotel, fashion and lifestyle brands, from Dorchester Collection and Six Senses to Armani and Bugatti.

What Is a Branded Residence?

A branded residence is a home designed, managed or serviced by a hotel, fashion or lifestyle brand. Owners typically get hotel-style services such as concierge, housekeeping, valet and access to spa, pool and dining facilities, along with interiors and finishes that follow the brand's standards.

Dubai has one of the largest branded-residence markets in the world. Buyers choose them for consistent quality, professional management, strong appeal to tenants and holiday-home guests, and the confidence of a known name behind the building. Below are the branded projects currently listed on our site, grouped by type of brand. Prices are the lowest current starting prices we have; availability changes quickly, so ask us for the latest units.

Hotel & Hospitality Branded Residences

Residences linked to hotel groups such as Dorchester Collection, Six Senses, Mandarin Oriental, W, Address, Palace, Vida, Jumeirah, Anantara and Nikki Beach. These usually include the deepest service offering and are often run alongside a hotel.

ProjectLocationFromHandover & plan
Jumeirah Asora Bay
Dubai Holding Real Estate (Nakheel + Meraas)
La MerAED 80MQ2 2029
60/40
Orla Dorchester Collection, Palm Jumeirah
OMNIYAT
Palm JumeirahAED 57.2MQ1 2027
5/20/25/50
Jumeirah Residences Emirates Towers
Dubai Holding Real Estate (Nakheel + Meraas)
Sheikh Zayed RoadAED 20.7MQ3 2030
50/50
Alba Dorchester Collection, Palm Jumeirah
OMNIYAT
Palm JumeirahAED 18.2MQ4 2028
5/20/35/40
Address Villas Tierra at The Oasis
EMAAR Properties
The OasisAED 13.2MQ2 2029
80/20
Palace Villas Ostra at The Oasis
EMAAR Properties
The OasisAED 13.1MQ3 2029
80/20
Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina
Select Group
Dubai MarinaAED 11.6MQ3 2028
20/20/60
Mandarin Oriental Residences, Saadiyat Island
Aldar Properties
Saadiyat Island, Abu DhabiAED 7.29MQ3 2028
35/30/35
Nikki Beach Residences, Al Marjan Island
Aldar Properties
Ras Al KhaimahAED 4.76MQ1 2028
60/40
W Residences Dubai Harbour
ARADA
Dubai HarbourAED 3.91MQ4 2028
40/60
Akala Hotel & Residences
ARADA
Zabeel DistrictAED 3.8MQ4 2029
40/60
Inaura Branded Residences, Downtown Dubai
ARADA
Downtown DubaiAED 3.63MQ2 2030
40/60
Bayview by Address Resorts
EMAAR Properties
Dubai HarbourAED 3.3MQ3 2028
90/10
The Lana Residences, Dorchester Collection
OMNIYAT
Marasi BayOn requestTBC
On request
Avarra by Palace
EMAAR Properties
Business BayAED 2.71MQ2 2031
10/80/10
Anantara Sharjah Residences
ARADA
Sharjah WaterfrontAED 2.51MQ4 2027
25/75
Rixos Al Reem Residences
East & West Properties
Al Reem IslandAED 2.2MTBC
On request
Baystar by Vida at Rashid Yachts & Marina
EMAAR Properties
Rashid Yachts & MarinaAED 2.11MQ4 2029
80/20
Lyvia by Palace
EMAAR Properties
Dubai Creek HarbourAED 1.98MQ3 2029
80/20
Palace Residences Hillside B
EMAAR Properties
Dubai Hills EstateAED 1.96MQ4 2030
80/20
Vida Residences Hillside
EMAAR Properties
Dubai Hills EstateAED 1.83MQ2 2029
80/20
Address Residences Al Marjan Island
EMAAR Properties
Ras Al KhaimahAED 1.8MQ1 2028
10/80/10
Address Residences Zabeel
EMAAR Properties
ZabeelAED 1.8MQ3 2029
90/10
Palace Residences Hillside
EMAAR Properties
Dubai Hills EstateAED 1.72MQ2 2029
80/20
Palace Residences Al Mamsha
Alef Group
Muwaileh, SharjahAED 1.65MQ4 2028
10/30/60
Palace by the Beach
EMAAR Properties
Dubai HarbourOn requestQ4 2031

Fashion & Design House Residences

Homes styled by fashion and jewellery houses, including Armani, Roberto Cavalli, de GRISOGONO and John Richmond. The brand shapes the architecture, interiors and lobby design.

ProjectLocationFromHandover & plan
Armani Beach Residences
ARADA
Palm JumeirahAED 23MQ4 2027
35/65
Couture by Cavalli, Safa Park
DAMAC Properties
Sheikh Zayed RoadAED 21.8MQ2 2027
60/40
Altitude de GRISOGONO at Canal Crown
DAMAC Properties
Business BayAED 3.2MQ1 2028
60/40
Damac Bay By Cavalli
DAMAC Properties
Dubai HarbourOn requestTBC
On request
John Richmond Residence at Mira Coral Bay
Mira Developments
Ras Al KhaimahAED 500KQ1 2029
50/50

Automotive, Jewellery & Lifestyle Brands

Collector-style residences from brands such as Bugatti, Mercedes-Benz, Jacob & Co and Manchester City, aimed at buyers who want a statement address.

ProjectLocationFromHandover & plan
Jacob & Co Residences by Burj Binghatti
Binghatti
Business BayAED 8.67MJun 2026
On request
Bugatti Residences By Binghatti
Binghatti
Business BayOn requestDec 2026
70/30
Manchester City Residence
OHANA
Yas IslandAED 1.7MDec 2028
On request
Mercedes-Benz Places by Binghatti City
Binghatti
Nad Al ShebaOn requestDec 2028

How to Choose a Branded Residence

  • Service level: check exactly which services are included (concierge, housekeeping, F&B, spa) and which are charged separately.
  • Service charges: branded buildings usually have higher annual service charges than standard towers. Ask for the projected rate per sq ft before you book.
  • Rental programme: some brands offer an optional hotel rental pool; others leave you free to rent privately. This affects your yield and flexibility.
  • Location and views: beachfront and canal-front branded homes on Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Harbour and Business Bay tend to hold value best.
  • Developer track record: the brand licenses its name, but the developer builds the project. Check the developer's delivery history.
  • Payment plan: many branded launches ask 40–60% during construction, with the rest on completion.

Also see our pages on waterfront properties and post-handover payment plans.

Speak to an adviser for current availability, floor plans and the latest prices.

Frequently asked

Questions buyers ask about this topic


They usually sell and rent at a premium to comparable non-branded homes, thanks to brand recognition, service and build quality. Returns depend on the price you pay, service charges and location, so compare net yield, not just the headline price.

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