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Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences

Dubai Islands, Dubai by Nakheel Handover Q4 2026

Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences is an off-plan apartments, duplexes and villas development by Nakheel in Dubai Islands, with homes from AED 2,600,000 on an 80/20 payment plan and handover expected in Q4 2026. Homes at AED 2 million or more may support a 10-year UAE Golden Visa, with extra document rules for off-plan units.

Starting from AED 2,600,000

Overview

Apartments, villas and duplexes in Dubai Islands.

Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences by Nakheel is the first luxury hotel and residential development on Dubai Islands. The branded complex consists of 4 nine-storey buildings. Available for purchase are 1–3 bedroom apartments, 4-bedroom duplexes, 2-3 bedroom beach houses and just 10 standalone villas with direct access to the beach.

In November 2023, the second phase of the complex was launched under the name of Beach Residences. It includes 1-3 bedroom properties, 4-bedroom duplexes with terraces and beach houses with gardens.

The total size of the residences range from 998 sq. ft to 11,507 sq. ft. The properties will boast branded appliances and high-end finishes for a comfortable living environment. Beach houses will have private gardens and terraces, whilst villas and duplexes come with their own swimming pools.

Details

Key facts.

Developer
Nakheel
Area
Dubai Islands, Dubai
City
Dubai
Starting price
AED 2,600,000
Status
Off-plan
Handover
Q4 2026
Property types
Apartment, Duplex, Villa
Unit types
1–3 BR · Apartments, villas, duplexes
Payment plan
80/20
Golden Visa
Priced from AED 2M

Payment plan

80/20, paid in 3 steps.

80% before handover20% on handover
  1. 120%Down paymentOn booking
  2. 260%Construction instalmentsDuring construction
  3. 320%Handover paymentOn handover
MilestoneWhenShareAmount (AED)*
Down paymentOn booking20%520,000
Construction instalmentsDuring construction60%1,560,000
Handover paymentOn handover20%520,000
Total100%2,600,000

*Worked example on the starting price of AED 2,600,000. Instalment dates and amounts are confirmed per unit in the sales offer. DLD registration fees are payable on top (see the buying guide).

Floor plans

Unit types & sizes.

Unit typeSize (sq ft)From (AED)
1 bedroom10022,600,000
1 bedroom1301
Unit typeSize (sq ft)
2 bedrooms1505
2 bedrooms2762
Unit typeSize (sq ft)From (AED)
3 bedrooms27086,690,000
3 bedrooms4381

Location

In Dubai Islands.

Area guide

Investment

The numbers, worked out.

Indicative
Entry price
AED 2,600,000
Paid before handover
AED 2,080,000 (80%)
Due on handover
AED 520,000 (20%)
DLD registration (4%)
AED 104,000 verify
Golden Visa threshold
From-price is AED 2M or more

Worked from the starting price and the stated payment plan; your unit’s figures come from the sales offer. The 4% DLD figure is DLD’s published sale-registration fee (how it is split is set in the sale agreement). Not financial advice. See the investor guide.

Developer

About Nakheel.

Projects on Sovereign
17
All projects by Nakheel
Broker (Sovereign Realty) ORN
46342

Sovereign Realty’s broker registration. Trade licence 1430699.

FAQ

Questions about this project.

What is the starting amount at Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences?

Homes at Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences start from AED 2,600,000 for 1-bedroom homes. Availability and figures change with each release, so request the latest availability before you reserve.

What is the payment plan for Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences?

Nakheel offers an 80/20 payment plan: 80% during construction and 20% on handover. The Dubai Land Department registration fee of 4% is usually paid at signing, on top of the plan.

When is handover at Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences?

Handover is expected in Q4 2026. Completion dates can move, so check the developer's latest construction update before you plan around it.

What fees sit on top of the payment plan at Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences?

Budget for the Dubai Land Department registration fee of 4% of the sale value, usually paid at signing, and Sovereign's brokerage fee of 2%. Any developer admin charge is set in the sale and purchase agreement for the unit.

Does Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences qualify for the UAE Golden Visa?

A home with a purchase value of AED 2 million or more, held in your name, can support a 10-year Golden Visa. Off-plan units need extra documents, so read our Golden Visa guide first.

Who is the developer of Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences?

Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences is developed by Nakheel. See the developer page for their other projects in Dubai.

How do I get the floor plans and brochure for Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences?

Send an enquiry from this page and Sovereign will share the floor plans, brochure and current availability for Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences.

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