Waldorf Astoria Residences Dubai Business Bay
Nabni Real Estate Development is delivering the Waldorf Astoria Residences in Business Bay, a project spanning apartments, townhouses, and villas. Prices run from AED 15 million to AED 68 million. Construction started in September 2025; handover is targeted for December 2029.
Business Bay: What This Address Delivers
Business Bay sits directly south of Downtown Dubai, with the Dubai Water Canal dividing the two districts. Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road give residents direct access across the city. Dubai International Airport is approximately 15 minutes away. Downtown Dubai is walkable via the canal promenade, and the marina area is around 20 minutes by road.
The district is dense and commercial. Hotels, offices, and restaurants line the waterfront. For someone whose life centres on this corridor, the address removes friction from daily movement. The density is high and the pace is fast. Buyers seeking space and quiet are making a different trade-off here.
AED 15 Million to AED 68 Million: Mapping the Range
The spread reflects the variety of formats on offer.
2-bedroom apartments start at AED 15 million (approximately 2,186 sq ft). A 3-bedroom opens at AED 23 million (around 3,379 sq ft), and a 4-bedroom apartment at AED 42 million (around 4,271 sq ft). The 4-bedroom duplex townhouse is priced at AED 68 million (approximately 5,287 sq ft).
Villa formats expand the range further: a 3-bedroom Triplex Sky Mansion (approximately 9,849 sq ft), a 4-bedroom Sky Villa (around 8,026 sq ft), a 5-bedroom Duplex Sky Villa (around 7,928 sq ft), and a 7-bedroom Bespoke Quadruplex at approximately 24,882 sq ft.
The buyer at AED 15 million acquires a branded two-bedroom with access to hotel-managed amenities. The buyer at AED 68 million takes the duplex townhouse, the most expansive of the listed priced units. The villa formats serve buyers seeking the project's largest and most private floor plates.
Amenities: Hotel Infrastructure Built In
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Wellness | Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool, Shared Spa |
| Social and Dining | Restaurants, Lobby in Building |
| Family | Children's Play Area, International School, Landscaped Gardens |
| Productivity | Work and Study |
The International School within the development is a practical differentiator for families. On-site schooling removes a significant daily logistics burden for residents with children. The Shared Spa and Restaurants reflect the branded residence model, giving residents access to hotel-grade services without leaving the building. The Work and Study space adds a dedicated productivity option for professionals working partly from home.
The amenity mix covers fitness, dining, schooling, and workspace needs within a single building. It is infrastructure for full-time occupancy.
Getting In for 20%: The Payment Structure
| Phase | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% |
| During construction | 40% |
| On handover | 40% |
The 20% down payment is the initial cash requirement. On the AED 15 million two-bedroom, that is AED 3 million at signing. On the AED 68 million townhouse, it is AED 13.6 million. The remaining 80% divides equally between the construction period and the December 2029 handover.
Four Years to Handover
Construction broke ground in September 2025. Handover is targeted for December 2029, approximately four and a quarter years from ground-breaking. Buyers entering at this stage are committing to an off-plan timeline with the balance due at handover.