Rixos Hotel and Residences Phase 3, Dubai Islands
Nakheel's third phase of the Rixos Hotel and Residences delivers branded residential units on Dubai Islands, one of Dubai's newer waterfront communities off the Deira coastline. The project spans apartments, duplexes, and townhouses, with bedrooms ranging from one to four across the three formats. Construction started in May 2025, and handover is expected in March 2029.
Dubai Islands: The Location in Context
Dubai Islands sits northeast of Deira, connected to the mainland by road. It is a coastal address in the Arabian Gulf, and that waterfront position places it in a different category from most Dubai mainland locations.
The surrounding area is still in active development. Dubai Islands is a newer community, and the build-out across the islands will continue well past this project's 2029 handover date. For daily needs, the Deira connection provides access to established retail, transit links, and commercial services. Downtown Dubai and Business Bay are roughly a 30-minute drive. Dubai International Airport sits closer, east of Deira, which is relevant for frequent travelers.
Three Formats, One to Four Bedrooms
The project spans apartments, duplexes, and townhouses, with bedroom counts from 1 bedroom up to 4 bedrooms across all formats.
The single- and two-bedroom apartments suit buyers looking for a smaller unit within a hotel-managed building, whether for personal use or rental. The three-bedroom apartment works for buyers who want generous floor area in a flat configuration without committing to a townhouse footprint. Duplexes and townhouses serve buyers who want more total area and the separation of living levels across two floors, which is a materially different living configuration from a single-floor apartment at the same bedroom count. All unit types sit within the same managed environment and share access to the development's facilities.
Amenities: A Compact Set with a Standout Feature
| Category | Amenities |
|---|---|
| Recreation | Indoor Swimming Pool, Gymnasium |
| Outdoor | Landscaped Gardens, Children's Play Area |
| Lifestyle | Restaurants |
| Security | CCTV Security |
Six amenities is a focused list, and the indoor pool stands out. Outdoor pools in Dubai face reduced use during the summer months; an enclosed facility removes that seasonal constraint entirely. For residents who plan to use the pool regularly, that is a practical advantage.
On-site restaurants serve both the residential side and the hotel operation within the same building. The gymnasium and landscaped gardens cover the standard wellness and outdoor bases. The children's play area confirms the project is built to serve families as well as other resident types. CCTV coverage rounds out a set suited to a managed building of this type.
Q1 2029 Delivery: What 33 Months Means Now
Ground broke in May 2025. The expected handover is March 2029, putting the remaining construction window at approximately 33 months from now. Construction is already underway, which is a different risk profile from a pre-launch commitment where groundbreaking is still ahead.
For a buyer entering today, 33 months sets the horizon for the construction payment schedule and the earliest point at which the property can be occupied, rented, or offered for resale.
Getting In at 20% Down
| Payment Stage | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% |
| During construction | 60% |
| On handover | 20% |
20% down secures the unit at signing. The remaining 60% is paid across the construction period in installments linked to build milestones, and the final 20% falls due at key collection.
All payments conclude at handover under this structure. Cash buyers settle the final amount at that point. Buyers using mortgage finance need their bank disbursement to align with the handover date, as no installment period extends beyond it.