Area Overview
Description
Nareel Island is a prestigious, gated waterfront community developed by Aldar Properties off the coast of Al Bateen in western Abu Dhabi, reserved exclusively for UAE nationals. Spanning two interconnected islands totaling roughly 444,264 sq m, the masterplan delivered 148 bespoke villa plots ranging from 1,000 to 5,000 sq m, with 74 plots featuring direct waterfront frontage and private berths. Completed in 2019, the island incorporates a swimming lagoon, clubhouse, and landscaped parks.
Infrastructure
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An exclusive gated island master plan in Al Bateen, accessed via a private causeway off Al Bateen Street.
• Al Bateen Street (2 min drive) — primary coastal artery connecting to central Abu Dhabi and the Corniche
• Zayed the First Street (5 min drive) — major downtown commercial boulevard
• Zayed International Airport (28 min drive) — main commercial airport
• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: 18 min
• Zayed International Airport: 28 min
• Al Maryah Island: 15 min
• Yas Island: 25 min
• Saadiyat Island: 20 min
• Abu Dhabi Corniche: 5 min
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Families have immediate access to top-rated schools located in the adjacent Al Bateen and Khalidiyah districts.
• American Community School of Abu Dhabi (8 min drive) — US curriculum campus
• The British School Al Khubairat (10 min drive) — UK curriculum, ADEK Outstanding rating
• International Community School Khalidiyah (8 min drive) — British curriculum school
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Acute medical care is provided by premier private tertiary hospitals located 10 minutes away in downtown.
• Burjeel Hospital Abu Dhabi (10 min drive) — premier private multi-specialty hospital complex
• Mediclinic Al Noor Hospital (10 min drive) — established private hospital in central Abu Dhabi
• LLH Hospital Abu Dhabi (12 min drive) — downtown healthcare center
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A private island mosque serves residents, with the landmark Al Bateen Grand Mosque nearby.
• Nareel Island Community Mosque (2 min walk) — exclusive Friday prayer mosque on the island
• Al Bateen Grand Mosque (5 min drive) — landmark congregational mosque in neighboring Bateen
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Retail is supported by nearby boutique lifestyle centers and major regional malls in Khalidiyah.
• Khalidiyah Mall (8 min drive) — regional shopping mall anchored by LuLu Hypermarket
• Marina Mall Abu Dhabi (10 min drive) — waterfront regional mall with 400+ stores
• Al Bateen Retail Strip (5 min drive) — gourmet supermarkets, cafes, and boutique retail
• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: 18 min
• Zayed International Airport: 28 min
• Al Maryah Island: 15 min
• Yas Island: 25 min
• Saadiyat Island: 20 min
• Abu Dhabi Corniche: 5 min
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The island is dedicated to waterfront living, featuring private resident beaches, a swimming lagoon, and marina.
• Nareel Island Private Beaches (1 min walk) — exclusive white-sand beaches wrapping the island plots
• Nareel Marina (2 min walk) — private berthing facilities for resident yachts
• Bateen Beach (5 min drive) — public coastal beach with swimming and watersports
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Dining features luxury waterfront resort venues at Al Bateen Marina and InterContinental Abu Dhabi.
• Al Bateen Marina Dining (5 min drive) — upscale waterfront restaurants and coffee lounges
• InterContinental Abu Dhabi Restaurants (8 min drive) — fine-dining venues including Chamas and Byblos Sur Mer
• Marasy Promenade Cafes (5 min drive) — waterside cafes overlooking the marina channel
FAQ
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Who can buy?
Land acquisitions are strictly reserved for UAE nationals only.
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Who developed it?
Aldar Properties launched the development in 2014 and completed site delivery in 2019.
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What is offered?
148 custom villa plots ranging from 1,000 to 5,000 sq m, with around 74 offering direct sea views and private berths.
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