Area guide, Dubai
Dubai Harbour
Dubai Harbour occupies the stretch of coast where Dubai Marina meets Palm Jumeirah. It is a district built around boats: marinas for private yachts, a cruise terminal that opened in 2021, and a cluster of residential towers on a peninsula of their own.
At a glance
Dubai Harbour is a seafront district between Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah, owned and curated by Shamal Holding, with marinas and a twin cruise terminal. It includes Emaar Beachfront, a tower community with around 1.5 kilometres of private beach.
- Emirate
- Dubai
- Typical homes
- Apartments, Penthouses
- Guide last reviewed
- Seafront district between Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah
- Marinas and a twin cruise terminal
- Emaar Beachfront with around 1.5 km of private beach
- Direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road
Dubai Harbour in pictures
Dubai Harbour, Dubai, view 2 Developer imagery via Castilion Estates Dubai Harbour, Dubai, view 3 Developer imagery via Castilion Estates
The setting
Character
The district has two faces. The harbour itself, curated by Shamal Holding, is a maritime destination of marinas, waterfront dining and the cruise terminal; the original plan described a marina of more than 1,100 berths. Beside it, Emaar Beachfront is a dedicated residential community of slender towers set on a private beach, looking out to the Palm on one side and the Marina skyline on the other.
Marinas and a twin cruise terminal
Living hereLiving here
Day to day
Life here is coastal and connected. Residents of Emaar Beachfront have direct beach access, while the marinas bring a steady rhythm of yachts and waterfront restaurants. The Walk at JBR, Bluewaters and the Palm are all close, so there is no shortage of places to eat, swim or simply walk by the sea.
Emaar Beachfront with around 1.5 km of private beach
Getting aroundGetting around
Connections
Dubai Harbour has direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road and sits between Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah. The Dubai Tram and the Dubai Metro Red Line serve the neighbouring Dubai Marina and Al Sufouh, and both of Dubai's international airports are reachable by car.
Fit
Is Dubai Harbour right for you?
A good fit for
- Buyers who want a new beachfront apartment with Marina and Palm views
- Yacht owners who want a home near a marina berth
- Second home owners seeking a lock up and leave base by the sea
Worth weighing
- Emaar Beachfront is a dense tower community, and views depend heavily on tower and floor.
- Some towers are still under construction, with building work continuing nearby.
- Approach roads can be busy at peak times and on cruise days.
- Service charges differ between towers and should be compared.
Questions
Asked about Dubai Harbour.
Who owns Dubai Harbour?
Dubai Harbour is owned and curated by Shamal Holding. Emaar Beachfront, the residential community within the district, is developed by Emaar Properties.
Where is Dubai Harbour?
It sits on the coast between Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah, close to Bluewaters Island and with direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road.
Does Dubai Harbour have a cruise terminal?
Yes. The Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal welcomed its first passengers in November 2021. It has two terminal buildings and can handle two large cruise ships at the same time.
What kind of homes are in Emaar Beachfront?
Emaar Beachfront is made up of residential towers with apartments and penthouses set around a private beach of around 1.5 kilometres.
Sources
- Dubai Media Office (opens in a new tab)Dubai Harbour ownership and cruise terminalAccessed
- Emaar Properties (opens in a new tab)Emaar Beachfront location, beachfront and property typesAccessed
- Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)Dubai Tram route, stations and interchangesAccessed
- Emaar Properties (opens in a new tab)Emaar Beachfront size, private beach, location and Dubai Harbour marina planAccessed
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