Area Overview
Description
Al Gurm Resort is an ultra-exclusive, low-density waterfront development by Aldar Properties located on the south-western coast of Abu Dhabi Island, surrounded by natural mangrove forests. Phase 1 (completed 2010–2011) delivered 73 luxury waterfront villas featuring 3 to 5 bedrooms in Mediterranean and Southeast Asian architectural designs, complete with private pools and piers. Phase 2, launched in 2021, offered bespoke land plots ranging from 9,505 to 50,590 sq ft, with land acquisition restricted to UAE nationals.
Infrastructure
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An exclusive luxury resort and residential sanctuary built amid Abu Dhabi’s protected coastal mangroves.
• Khaleej Al Arabi Street (E20) (2 min drive) — main coastal highway connecting directly to downtown Abu Dhabi
• Zayed International Airport (20 min drive) — primary commercial aviation hub for the emirate
• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: 8 min
• Zayed International Airport: 20 min
• Al Maryah Island: 15 min
• Yas Island: 18 min
• Saadiyat Island: 20 min
• Abu Dhabi Corniche: 15 min
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Families have direct access to top-rated British and American curriculum schools located in neighboring Al Aman.
• Brighton College Abu Dhabi (5 min drive) — British curriculum, ADEK Irtiqaa Outstanding rating
• American Community School of Abu Dhabi (8 min drive) — US curriculum campus in nearby Al Aman
• Summit International School (8 min drive) — American curriculum school
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Medical care is anchored by major private and government tertiary hospitals within a 5-minute drive.
• Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital (5 min drive) — major private tertiary hospital with 24/7 emergency
• Zayed Military Hospital (8 min drive) — large government specialty hospital complex
• Danat Al Emarat Hospital (10 min drive) — specialized surgical and maternity hospital
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Dedicated prayer facilities serve the resort, with the UAE’s grandest mosque located 8 minutes away.
• Al Gurm Community Mosque (3 min walk) — private prayer hall for resort residents
• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (8 min drive) — national monumental cultural and religious landmark
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Retail is supported by nearby boutique lifestyle centers and major shopping malls along Airport Road.
• Al Seef Village Mall (5 min drive) — boutique outdoor Mediterranean-style shopping center
• Mushrif Mall (8 min drive) — regional mall anchored by LuLu Hypermarket and fashion outlets
• Souk Qaryat Al Beri (8 min drive) — Venetian-style Arabian bazaar
• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: 8 min
• Zayed International Airport: 20 min
• Al Maryah Island: 15 min
• Yas Island: 18 min
• Saadiyat Island: 20 min
• Abu Dhabi Corniche: 15 min
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Outdoor life centers on the protected mangrove nature reserve, private resort beaches, and water channels.
• Eastern Mangroves National Park (1 min walk) — protected coastal mangrove sanctuary with kayaking
• Al Gurm Private Beach (2 min walk) — serene resident-only beachfront facing the mangroves
• Umm Al Emarat Park (8 min drive) — 14-hectare family park with botanical gardens
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Dining spans luxury waterfront resort restaurants to outdoor pedestrian promenades along the canal.
• Anantara Eastern Mangroves Dining (5 min drive) — luxury waterfront restaurants and lounges
• Al Seef Walk (5 min drive) — outdoor pedestrian dining promenade with cafes
• Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri Restaurants (8 min drive) — fine-dining outlets along the Maqtaa Strait
FAQ
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Who developed Al Gurm Resort?
Aldar Properties developed Al Gurm Resort on Abu Dhabi Island's south-western coast.
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Can foreigners buy land?
Land purchases in the second phase (launched 2021) are restricted strictly to UAE nationals.
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What makes it distinctive?
An eco-friendly layout set within natural mangroves, featuring private piers, pools, and five-star hospitality amenities.
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