Al Hudayriyat Island Property Guide

Al Hudayriyat Island Overview

Al Hudayriyat Island is one of Abu Dhabi’s largest island destinations, covering more than 51 million square metres off the capital’s southern coast, connected to the city by its own bridge. Master-planned by Modon, the island combines sport, leisure, beaches and nature with new residential communities, including Nawayef, Bashayer and Hudayriyat Golf Estates.

Al Hudayriyat has quickly become one of the most talked-about residential destinations in the UAE. In July 2026 Hudayriyat Golf Estates recorded more than AED 13 billion in sales within days of launch, the highest publicly recorded sales value for a single residential launch in the UAE, while the final phase of Bashayer sold out within a day. In 2025 average villa asking prices on the island rose around 21.9% to AED 9.33 million.

Highlights

•           Major island destination: more than 51 million square metres, with 53.5 kilometres of coastline and 16 kilometres of beaches.

•           Sport and leisure: Surf Abu Dhabi, Velodrome Abu Dhabi, Marsana, 321 Sports, Bike Park and OCR Park.

•           Record launches: Hudayriyat Golf Estates achieved more than AED 13 billion in sales within days.

•           Hill communities: Nawayef East and Nawayef West, built on hills rising 45 and 55 metres.

•           Golf living: a 95-hectare golf course at Hudayriyat Golf Estates.

•           Active lifestyle: a 220-kilometre cycling network across the island.

•           Close to the city: around 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi.

Al Hudayriyat Island at a glance

•           Master developer: Modon

•           Location: off Abu Dhabi’s southern coast, linked to the city by a dedicated bridge

•           Total area: more than 51 million square metres (more than 5,100 hectares, around 549 million square feet)

•           Coastline: around 53.5 kilometres, including 16 kilometres of beaches

•           Key communities: Nawayef East, Nawayef West, Bashayer, Hudayriyat Golf Estates and Hudayriyat Central

•           Ownership: international buyers can purchase in designated projects; eligibility should be confirmed per project

•           Property types: apartments, townhouses, villas, penthouses and golf mansions

An island built around an active lifestyle

Al Hudayriyat Island brings together world-class sports venues, natural beaches and new residential communities, creating a destination where outdoor living is part of everyday life.

Al Hudayriyat Island in Numbers

Key verified figures for Al Hudayriyat Island, with the period and source type stated for market data.

Size and destination

•           Total area: more than 51 million square metres, around 53.8% of the size of Abu Dhabi Island

•           Coastline: around 53.5 kilometres

•           Beaches: around 16 kilometres

•           Cycling network: around 220 kilometres

Residential communities

•           Nawayef East and Nawayef West: 735 villas, AED 5 billion construction contract (December 2025), the largest residential construction contract awarded in Abu Dhabi in 2025

•           Nawayef villa sizes: around 350 to 2,700 square metres, three to eight bedrooms

•           Nawayef hills: 45 metres and 55 metres high

•           Hudayriyat Golf Estates: more than AED 13 billion in sales and around 1,700 residences sold within days of launch (July 2026)

•           Hudayriyat Golf Estates golf course: 95 hectares, with a 2.3-kilometre green spine

•           Bashayer final phase: around AED 1.25 billion in sales, sold out within one day (July 2026)

Market data (2025, dubizzle annual report)

•           Villa asking price per square foot: around AED 1,499

•           Average villa asking price: around AED 9.33 million, up 21.9% year on year

Where Is Al Hudayriyat Island? Location and Connectivity

Al Hudayriyat Island lies off Abu Dhabi’s southern coast, near Al Bateen and the Corniche, connected by a dedicated bridge.

Key distances and travel times

•           Downtown Abu Dhabi: around 15 to 20 minutes.

•           Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM): around 25 minutes.

•           Zayed International Airport (AUH): around 25 to 30 minutes.

•           Yas Island and Saadiyat Island: around 25 to 30 minutes.

Getting around

•           Road: a dedicated bridge to the city.

•           Cycling: a 220-kilometre network across the island.

•           Taxis and ride-hailing: widely available.

Al Hudayriyat Island Master Plan

Development background

Modon’s master plan for Al Hudayriyat Island adds beaches, parks, sports venues and residential communities to an island already known for its leisure attractions. Enabling infrastructure was followed by the launch of Nawayef, Bashayer and Hudayriyat Golf Estates.

Communities and districts

•           Nawayef East and Nawayef West: luxury villas on two landscaped hills.

•           Hudayriyat Central: Bashayer, Wadeem and Al Naseem communities.

•           Hudayriyat Golf Estates: a gated golf community with mansions, villas and townhouses in an Andalusian-inspired style.

•           Leisure districts: Surf Abu Dhabi, Marsana, the Velodrome and outdoor parks.

Planning principles

•           Outdoor living: beaches, parks and an extensive cycling network.

•           Sport at the centre: world-class surf, cycling and adventure venues.

•           Walkable communities: green spines linking homes to amenities.

•           Waterfront and hilltop homes: sea, fairway and city views.

Developers and Projects in Al Hudayriyat Island

Modon is the master developer of Al Hudayriyat Island. Buyers should confirm each project’s details, ownership eligibility and registration with the developer and the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre.

Key projects

•           Nawayef East and Nawayef West: 735 villas with three to eight bedrooms.

•           Bashayer: apartments, penthouses and villas in Hudayriyat Central.

•           Hudayriyat Golf Estates: golf mansions, villas and townhouses with waterfront and fairway views.

Property types in Al Hudayriyat Island

•           Apartments: one to three bedrooms.

•           Penthouses: four-bedroom homes.

•           Townhouses and villas: three to eight bedrooms.

•           Golf mansions: large homes overlooking the course.

Al Hudayriyat Island Property Prices and Market Trends

In 2025 average villa asking prices on Al Hudayriyat Island rose around 21.9% to AED 9.33 million, with villa asking prices averaging around AED 1,499 per square foot. Figures in this section are based on listing data, developer information and published reports, with the period and source type stated. They should be confirmed at the time of purchase.

Market Overview

Demand on Al Hudayriyat Island is driven by its unique sports and leisure offer, natural beaches, proximity to downtown Abu Dhabi and the strong response to Modon’s launches, with buyers from the UAE and abroad.

Key Market Indicators

•           Villa asking price per square foot: around AED 1,499 (2025).

•           Average villa asking price: around AED 9.33 million (2025), up 21.9%.

•           Hudayriyat Golf Estates launch sales: more than AED 13 billion (July 2026).

Typical Unit Sizes

•           One-bedroom apartments: around 870 square feet.

•           Two-bedroom apartments: around 1,390 square feet.

•           Three-bedroom apartments: around 1,920 square feet.

•           Four-bedroom penthouses: around 4,270 square feet.

•           Four-bedroom villas: around 3,930 square feet.

•           Five-bedroom villas: around 6,350 square feet.

•           Nawayef villas: around 3,800 to 29,000 square feet (around 350 to 2,700 square metres).

Average Asking Prices by Unit Type (2025, dubizzle)

•           Three-bedroom villas: around AED 4.63 million.

•           Four-bedroom villas: around AED 8.17 million.

•           Five-bedroom villas: around AED 10.20 million.

Launch Prices (Bashayer, developer and listing information)

•           One-bedroom apartments: from around AED 2.35 million.

•           Two-bedroom apartments: from around AED 3.60 million.

•           Three-bedroom apartments: from around AED 4.80 million.

•           Four-bedroom villas: from around AED 7.20 million.

•           Four-bedroom penthouses: from around AED 7.65 million.

Market Outlook

•           Construction of Nawayef East and Nawayef West

•           Delivery of Bashayer from 2029

•           Development of Hudayriyat Golf Estates and its 95-hectare course

•           Continued expansion of beaches, parks and sports venues

Payment Plans

•           Typical structure: 10% on booking, 40% during construction and 50% on handover, as set by the developer for each project.

•           Ready property: purchased outright or with a mortgage.

Upcoming Infrastructure in Al Hudayriyat Island

•           New beaches and coastline: 16 kilometres of beaches along 53.5 kilometres of coast.

•           Large urban park: planned as one of the emirate’s largest parks.

•           Golf course and clubhouse: at Hudayriyat Golf Estates, with wellness, retail, co-working spaces and a school.

•           Cycling network: around 220 kilometres of tracks.

Long-term vision

Al Hudayriyat Island is set to become one of Abu Dhabi’s leading lifestyle destinations, combining sport, nature and premium homes minutes from the city centre.

Living in Al Hudayriyat Island: Lifestyle and Amenities

Sport and adventure

•           Surf Abu Dhabi: a world-class wave pool.

•           Velodrome Abu Dhabi: a cycling venue.

•           321 Sports, Bike Park, OCR Park and Trail X: outdoor sports and fitness.

Beaches and leisure

•           Marsana: a waterfront dining and beach destination.

•           Bab Al Nojoum: a glamping resort.

•           Public beaches, running trails and cycling routes

Shopping and dining

•           On the island: waterfront restaurants and cafés, with retail planned in each community.

•           Nearby: Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi Mall and the Corniche.

Education and healthcare

•           On the island: a school planned at Hudayriyat Golf Estates.

•           Nearby: international schools, hospitals and clinics in Al Bateen and downtown Abu Dhabi.

How to Buy Property in Al Hudayriyat Island

International buyers can purchase property in designated Al Hudayriyat Island projects, registered through the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre. Ownership eligibility can differ between projects, so buyers should confirm it with the developer before reserving.

Who Buys in Al Hudayriyat Island

•           Families: buyers of villas and townhouses near beaches and parks.

•           Active lifestyle buyers: buyers drawn by surfing, cycling and golf.

•           High-net-worth buyers: buyers of hilltop villas and golf mansions.

•           Residency seekers: buyers combining a home with eligibility for a UAE residence visa.

Ownership

International buyers can own property in Abu Dhabi’s designated investment zones. Ownership is registered with the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC), and off-plan purchases are recorded on the official off-plan register until handover, when the title deed is issued. Off-plan projects are registered with the authorities, and buyers’ payments are held in a dedicated project escrow account.

Golden Visa and Residency

Property ownership in Abu Dhabi can qualify buyers for a UAE residence visa, including the 10-year Golden Visa when the property value meets the government threshold. Buyers should confirm the latest criteria with ADREC or the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security.

Al Hudayriyat Island FAQs

Where is Al Hudayriyat Island?

Al Hudayriyat Island lies off Abu Dhabi’s southern coast, linked to the city by a bridge, around 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi.

Who is developing Al Hudayriyat Island?

Modon is the master developer of Al Hudayriyat Island.

How big is Al Hudayriyat Island?

The island covers more than 51 million square metres, with 53.5 kilometres of coastline.

What is the price of a villa on Al Hudayriyat Island?

Average villa asking prices were around AED 9.33 million in 2025, up 21.9%. Full details are set out in the Property Prices section.

Can foreigners buy property on Al Hudayriyat Island?

International buyers can purchase in designated projects. Eligibility should be confirmed with the developer for each project.

Does buying on Al Hudayriyat Island qualify for a Golden Visa?

Property ownership can qualify buyers for a UAE residence visa, including the 10-year Golden Visa when the property value meets the government threshold. Buyers should confirm the latest criteria before purchase.

Important Notice

This page is provided for general information only and does not constitute financial, legal or investment advice. Figures are based on publicly available market sources at the date of publication and may change. Illustrative examples are not forecasts, and past price performance does not guarantee future results. Project details, prices, payment plans and completion dates are subject to change by the respective developers. Readers should verify all information independently and consult licensed professionals before making any investment decision.