# Marriott Residences Yas Island Abu Dhabi (officially JW Marriott Residences Abu Dhabi Yas Island) > Marriott Residences Yas Island Abu Dhabi: beachfront JW Marriott branded residences on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, developed through a joint venture between Taraf Development L.L.C, Global Hospitality Licensing S.A.R.L. (Marriott International) and Steppe Capital. The joint venture was signed on 30 September 2026 at LIVEX 2026. This website is run by an authorized channel partner for the project. Project details are based on publicly available information and developer-issued marketing materials as of September 2026, and are subject to change at the developer's discretion. ## Key facts - Brand: JW Marriott (Marriott International) - Location: Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE (investment zone, open to all nationalities) - Joint venture: Taraf Development (real estate arm of Yas Holding), Global Hospitality Licensing, Steppe Capital - Announced: 30 September 2026, LIVEX Abu Dhabi - Setting: beachfront; the sales gallery model shows two mid-rise buildings with wraparound terraces, private beach, pools and gardens - Amenities shown on the model: private beach, resort pools, landscaped gardens, beach pavilions, lagoon frontage, arrival court (full list to be confirmed) - Residence types, prices, payment plan and completion date: not yet announced ## Why invest (market indicators, not guarantees) - 10-year UAE Golden Visa possible from AED 2M property investment (subject to current rules) - No personal income tax on rental income and no annual property tax in the UAE - Luxury apartment yields on Yas Island reported at 5.94% (Bayut, H1 2026) - Branded residences typically command a 25–35% premium globally (Knight Frank, Savills) - Disneyland Abu Dhabi announced for Yas Island in 2025 ## Pages - [Homepage](https://marriottresidences.ae/): overview, residences, amenities, why invest, location, developer, key facts, FAQ, registration form