Private beachfront
A wide stretch of sand lined with palms, sunloungers and shade umbrellas, a few steps from the lobby.
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Marriott Residences
Yas Island Abu Dhabi
JW Marriott branded homes in two beachfront buildings, set behind a private, palm-lined shore on Yas Island. The first release is expected to be small.
BrandJW Marriott
SettingBeachfront, Yas Island
DeveloperTaraf · Steppe Capital
StatusPre-launch
Announced 30 September 2026 · LIVEX Abu Dhabi
Marriott Residences arrive on Yas Island
At LIVEX 2026, Taraf Development, Global Hospitality Licensing (Marriott International's brand-licensing company) and Steppe Capital signed a joint venture to develop JW Marriott Residences Abu Dhabi Yas Island.
The partnership puts one of the world's most established luxury hospitality names on a beachfront site on Yas Island. The homes will be designed around the calm, attentive service JW Marriott is known for.
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The Residences
Inside Marriott Residences Yas Island Abu Dhabi
Designed to be lived in slowly. The architectural model shows two mid-rise buildings with rounded corners and deep terraces that wrap every floor, facing a private beach and a calm lagoon.
Wraparound terraces
Rounded balconies run around each floor, with floor-to-ceiling glass and views across the water.
Resort gardens & pools
Landscaped gardens and pool terraces sit between the two buildings, shaded by mature trees.
Resort scale
Each building is roughly ten storeys, so the development feels closer to a resort than a tower.
Images show the architectural model at the sales gallery and are for illustration only. Final design, specifications and unit mix are subject to the developer's official release.
Amenities
Amenities: a private beachfront resort
The first six amenities below are visible on the sales gallery model. The rest are typical of JW Marriott residences and will be confirmed when the developer publishes the full amenity list.
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Private beach
A private stretch of sand reserved for residents, with sunloungers and shade umbrellas.
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Resort pools
Pool decks set in the gardens between the two buildings, a short walk from the sand.
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Landscaped gardens
Mature trees, palms and planted walkways across the grounds.
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Beach pavilions
Low pavilions between the pools and the beach, suited to lounging, dining or a beach club.
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Lagoon frontage
Calm, sheltered water along the shoreline, visible from the terraces.
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Arrival court
A landscaped drive-up entrance and drop-off in front of the residences.
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To be confirmed
Spa & wellness
Treatment rooms and quiet spaces, in line with JW Marriott's focus on wellbeing.
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To be confirmed
Fitness studio
A fully equipped gym with space for classes and personal training.
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To be confirmed
Residents' lounge
A private lounge for residents to relax, work or host guests.
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To be confirmed
Family & kids' club
Supervised play and activities, in keeping with the brand's family programmes.
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To be confirmed
Concierge & 24/7 security
A staffed lobby, concierge services and round-the-clock security.
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To be confirmed
Dining & in-residence services
Hotel-style dining, housekeeping and in-residence services, if included in the final package.
The JW Way
JW Marriott residence services
JW Marriott branded residences around the world pair private ownership with the brand's hospitality. Service packages for Yas Island will be confirmed at launch. Buyers can expect the kind of service the brand usually offers:
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Mindful wellbeing
Spaces for rest and renewal, following the brand's focus on being present, nourished and well.
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Dedicated residence team
Concierge, arrivals and household requests handled by staff trained to hotel standards.
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Resort facilities
Beach, pools and gardens designed as one resort setting rather than shared building amenities.
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Global recognition
Ownership backed by Marriott International, a hospitality group with more than 30 brands worldwide.
Few addresses on Yas Island open directly onto their own beach.
Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Why Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Marriott Residences Yas Island Abu Dhabi places you on the capital's leisure island. Yas Island is home to the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, world-class theme parks, a championship links golf course and the Yas Bay waterfront. It is also the planned home of Disneyland Abu Dhabi, announced in 2025.
Yas Island is a designated investment zone, so buyers of any nationality can own property there. Zayed International Airport is a short drive away.
Yas Marina Circuit5 min
Yas Mall & Ferrari World5 min
Yas Links Golf7 min
Yas Bay & Etihad Arena8 min
Zayed International Airport15 min
Saadiyat Cultural District20 min
Downtown Abu Dhabi25 min
Dubai60 min
Approximate drive times from central Yas Island. They will vary with the final plot location and traffic.
Why Invest
Why invest in Marriott Residences Yas Island Abu Dhabi
A globally recognised hospitality brand, a beachfront address and one of Abu Dhabi's fastest-growing destinations, in a market open to buyers of every nationality.
AED 2MProperty value that can qualify for a 10-year UAE Golden Visa
0%Personal income tax on rent and annual property tax in the UAE
5.94%Reported yield for luxury apartments on Yas Island, H1 20261
25–35%Typical global price premium for branded residences2
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The JW Marriott name
Branded residences typically sell at a premium to comparable non-branded homes. Knight Frank and Savills put the global average at 25–35%.
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Beachfront scarcity
Homes with a private beach are rare on Yas Island, and supply of this kind is limited by the shoreline itself.
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Disneyland Abu Dhabi
Announced in 2025 for Yas Island. Analysts expect it to lift visitor numbers and housing demand across the island.
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Year-round demand
Formula 1, Etihad Arena concerts, theme parks and golf keep visitors on Yas Island all year, supporting holiday-home and rental demand.
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Golden Visa eligibility
A property investment of AED 2 million or more can qualify buyers for the UAE's 10-year Golden Visa, subject to current rules.
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Tax-efficient ownership
The UAE levies no personal income tax on rental income and no annual property tax. Buyers can own freehold in investment zones such as Yas Island.
1. Bayut data for H1 2026, as reported by Christie's International Real Estate Dubai. 2. Knight Frank and Savills research. Figures are market indicators from third-party sources, not a forecast or guarantee of returns for this project, and do not constitute financial advice. Golden Visa eligibility is set by UAE authorities and may change.
The Partnership
Developer: Taraf, Marriott and Steppe Capital
Taraf
Developer
The real estate arm of Abu Dhabi's Yas Holding, focused on boutique, design-led and branded homes. Taraf is already building W Residences Abu Dhabi – Al Maryah Island with Marriott International: a 37-storey tower of 177 homes that broke ground in January 2025.
Marriott International
Brand · via Global Hospitality Licensing
The world's largest hospitality company, with a portfolio of more than 30 brands. JW Marriott is its flagship luxury brand, founded on the values of J. Willard Marriott.
Steppe Capital
Joint venture partner
An investment partner in the joint venture signed at LIVEX 2026. It supports the development alongside Taraf and the Marriott brand.
Project overview
Prices, payment plan and key facts
- Project
- Marriott Residences Yas Island Abu Dhabi (officially JW Marriott Residences Abu Dhabi Yas Island)
- Location
- Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Joint venture
- Taraf Development · Global Hospitality Licensing (Marriott) · Steppe Capital
- Announced
- 30 September 2026, LIVEX Abu Dhabi
- Setting
- Beachfront, two mid-rise residential buildings (per sales gallery model)
- Ownership
- Investment zone, open to all nationalities
- Residence types
- To be announced
- Starting price
- To be announced
- Payment plan
- To be announced
- Completion
- To be announced
Registered clients will receive prices, floor plans and the payment plan as soon as the developer releases them.
Priority Access
Register for Marriott Residences Yas Island Abu Dhabi
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- First access to the price list
- Early choice of residences
- Private sales gallery appointment
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Who is developing Marriott Residences Yas Island Abu Dhabi?
The project is a joint venture between Taraf Development L.L.C, Global Hospitality Licensing S.A.R.L. (part of Marriott International) and Steppe Capital. The agreement was signed on 30 September 2026 at LIVEX 2026 in Abu Dhabi.
What is the Marriott Residences Yas Island Abu Dhabi starting price?
Prices have not been published yet. Registered clients will receive the price list and floor plans as soon as the developer releases them.
Are Marriott Residences Yas Island Abu Dhabi apartments for sale?
Yes. The residences will be sold off-plan through the developer and its authorized partners. Registering now puts you on the priority list before public release.
What is the payment plan?
The payment plan has not been announced yet. It will be shared with registered clients along with the price list at launch.
Where can I get the floor plans and brochure?
Floor plans and the official brochure will be released at the sales launch. Register your interest and we will send them to you as soon as they are available.
What types of residences will be available?
The official unit mix has not been announced. Tell us what you are looking for in the form above and we will match you with suitable homes when the list is released.
What amenities will residents have?
The sales gallery model shows a private beach, resort pools, landscaped gardens, beach pavilions and lagoon frontage. The full amenity list, including wellness, fitness and residence services, will be confirmed at launch.
When is handover?
A completion date has not been announced. It will be confirmed with the official sales launch.
Can foreigners buy at Marriott Residences Yas Island Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Yas Island is one of Abu Dhabi's designated investment zones, where buyers of any nationality can own property.
Is this JW Marriott's first residential project in the UAE?
No. JW Marriott branded residences have already been announced in Dubai (Dubai Islands) and Ras Al Khaimah (Al Marjan Island). Yas Island brings the brand's residential offer to Abu Dhabi.