Business Bay

HIGHLIGHTS

ABOUT BUSINESS BAY DUBAI

Business Bay is a trendy mixed-use district in Dubai. Set alongside the gleaming waters of the Dubai Canal, it neighbours the city’s most happening centre, Downtown Dubai.

Business Bay Dubai spans 46.9 million sq. ft., of which 22.1% is allocated for residential projects, 18.5 % for commercial use and 59.4% is dedicated to mixed operations. This recognised destination is home to leading international and local businesses, architectural masterpieces, renowned hospitality groups, public transport links and many top-notch amenities.

Business Bay is one of the attractive area for renting mid-tier apartments as per Bayut’s Annual Rental Market Report 2024. You can also browse the rental transaction analysis for properties in Business Bay, as recorded by DLD over the past 12 months.

IN A NUTSHELL

A leading business hub in Dubai
Features residential and commercial skyscrapers
Located on the banks of the Dubai Canal
Close to Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Fountain and the Dubai Aquarium
Investor-favourite due to upcoming developments and projects
Home to the former tallest hotel in the world, JW Marriott Marquis
Popular lifestyle destination because of several restaurants, cafes and hotels

Neighbourhood

COMMUNITY OVERVIEW

True to its name, the area is home to commercial buildings featuring high-profile offices, banks and shops. Business Bay’s fast-paced vibes attract a huge population of young professionals.

Area Overview Business Bay

Oksana Uzgalova, Senior Property Consultant – AX CAPITAL Real Estate

Plus, proximity to Downtown Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road and DIFC greatly adds to its appeal. Some of the region’s leading hotel chains, including Taj, Anantara and Marriott, are present in the neighbourhood. The lifestyle at Dubai Properties Business Bay caters largely to young couples and singles, but many families also invest in apartments.

Business Bay lies along the waters of Dubai Creek

With a selection of beautiful apartments, penthouses, hotel apartments and hotels, Business Bay Dubai has grown into a coveted address, eliciting an equal amount of interest from renters, buyers and tourists. The area is also close to Dubai Design District and one of the city’s oldest hotspots, Jumeirah.

Properties in Business Bay Dubai

Business Bay area enjoys a prime location in the city, featuring apartments and penthouses. Many Business Bay buildings make up Dubai’s iconic skyline. Apartments in Business Bay are available as studios, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments and 4-bedroom luxury apartments and penthouses.

High-rise apartment towers in Business Bay, Executive Towers

4-bedroom penthouses in Business Bay span 6,600 sq. ft. to 7,341 sq. ft. You can also find duplexes with four spacious bedrooms, a maid’s room, five to six bathrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows, open and fully fitted kitchen, a comfortable living and dining space, a storage room, a study room and parking spaces. These penthouses have a huge terrace with a private pool.

Dubai Properties Business Bay is also home to several hotel apartments in the studio to 3-bedroom layouts. These units comprise bedrooms with bathrooms, a spacious living area, a well-equipped kitchen, a separate sitting area, floor-to-ceiling windows and a large/balcony terrace

There are a few pavilion villas for rent in the Executive Towers apart from the Sky Villas and the Marasi floating villas along the Dubai Canal.

Commercial buildings in Business Bay Dubai

Popular commercial buildings in Business Bay include The Binary, Clover Bay Tower, The Prism, Tamani Arts Offices, The Citadel, Bayswater Tower, Iris Bay, The Exchange Business Bay and Metropolis Tower.

The Binary by Omniyat features five connected podium levels and 21-storey and 24-storey buildings above ground. The project also has three basements, a ground floor and 15 retail units on the ground floor.

DAMAC Towers by Paramount Hotels & Resorts

BUSINESS BAY FLOOR PLANS

Those looking for Business Bay floor plans can browse the 2D and 3D floor plans available for popular communities/buildings in Business Bay.

HOTELS IN BUSINESS BAY DUBAI

Hotels in Business Bay are luxurious retreats in proximity to the many tourist attractions in Downtown Dubai. The best hotels in Business Bay include:

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel
Steigenberger Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront
Taj Dubai
Doubletree by Hilton Dubai Business Bay

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai is the second tallest hotel in the world. This twin-towered hotel has 82 floors and is home to 1608 luxury accommodations, including beautifully designed guest rooms and suites. Travellers can choose from the Deluxe, Seaview, Deluxe Corner Suite and Executive Lounge access. It offers a large 80,000 sq. ft. of space, an outdoor pool, a gym, a spa, event rooms and dining venues.

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai consist of two stunning skyscrapers

The Steigenberger Hotel is one of the most popular hotels in the area. It is a 5-star hotel located on Al Abraj Street. The 19-floor hotel also has many dining options. It is home to The Backyard, a nightlife spot that is one of the best bars in Business Bay.

Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront is located adjacent to the Dubai Water Canal. The hotel has 432 rooms, 11 meeting rooms and 8 fine-dining restaurants and bars.

Taj Dubai offers deluxe rooms, a spa, outdoor pools, and other amenities.

Doubletree by Hilton Dubai Business Bay is a 4-star accommodation in Bay Square. It is one of the top Hilton hotels in Dubai, ideal for business travellers. It offers 10 guest rooms with different amenities.

Doubletree by Hilton Dubai Business Bay

V Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton is another 5-star hotel. It has 33 floors dedicated to spacious guest rooms featuring bold designs. Guests can dine at the five restaurants and unwind at the lounge and poolside bar.

V Hotel Dubai by Hilton is another renowned luxurious accommodation in Business Bay

Transportation and Parking Spaces in Business Bay Dubai

The apartments in the area come with dedicated parking spaces. There are free public parking spots on Al A’amal Street and Al Sa’ada Street. Several private parking lots charge AED 10+ per hour.

Business Bay Dubai is well connected to two of the most-used highways in the city: Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. There is also an exit leading directly onto Downtown Boulevard.

Public Transportation in Business Bay

Getting around the community is not a challenge at all. Dubai Metro Red Line’s Business Bay Metro Station is available for those relying on public transportation in Business Bay, along with a selection of taxis and buses.

Business Bay Metro Station

Other metro stations near Business Bay include Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall Metro Station, Financial Centre Station and Emirates Towers Station.

AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE

Those living in Business Bay will find amenities in proximity.

Supermarkets in Business Bay Area

Bay Avenue in Business Bay

When it comes to supermarkets in Business Bay, there are well-stocked outlets of Spinneys and Choithrams in Bay Avenue. There is also a West Zone Supermarket outlet near Mayfair Residency, Al Maya supermarket in Clover Bay Tower and several Zoom mini-marts dotted across. These are some of the best supermarkets in Dubai available within driving distance.

Churches, Temples and Mosques in Business Bay Dubai

Mosques in Business Bay include Sheikh Rashid Al Maktoum Mosque, Avenue Park Mosque and Bay Avenue Mosque. Other notable mosques near Business Bay include the beautiful Al Ghafoor Mosque, Souk Al Bahar Mosque, and the Dubai Mall Mosque in Downtown Dubai.

The closest churches are Eleutheria Community Church in Jumeirah 1 and Emirates Baptist Church International (EBCI) in Al Barsha 1. There are other churches in Umm Hurair 2, including Holy Trinity Church, The Dubai City Church and St. Mary’s Catholic Church roughly 15 minutes away.

St. Mary’s Catholic Church is serving the largest parish in the region

Business Bay location isn’t far from temples in Bur Dubai. One can find Shiva and Krishna temples and ShrinathJi Temple, about 21 minutes away.

Shrinathji Temple in Bur Dubai

The popular Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara is the nearest Sikh temple to Business Bay location, 23 minutes away.

Guru Nanak Gurdwara in Jebel Ali Village

Schools near Business Bay Dubai

Hummingbird Nursery in Business Bay

Parents with younger children can choose from some of the city’s best preschools, like First Path Montessori in Building 7, Bay Square, Hummingbird Nursery in Bay Avenue, Maple Bear Pre School in The Burlington Tower and Canadian Kids Nursery in Churchill Residency.

As for elementary and secondary schools near Business Bay, your options are Dubai International School, GEMS Our Own Indian School and Safa British School

Dubai International School Al Quoz follows the American curriculum and offers classes from Kindergarten to Grade 12.