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Area Overview
Description
Nurai Island (Zaya Nurai Island) is a private luxury island destination off the coast of Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, developed by Zaya, founded by Nadia Zaal. The island seamlessly pairs a boutique resort with ultra-private residential villas, including beachfront estate villas and water villas, many featuring private pools and direct beach access. Navigated entirely without cars, the island is reached via a short boat ride from Saadiyat Island. Exact ownership terms for private residences should be verified directly.
Infrastructure
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A private boutique island off Abu Dhabi, accessible exclusively via a 15-minute boat transfer from Saadiyat.
• Nurai Island Speedboat Transfer (15 min ferry) — private 24/7 boat link from the Saadiyat Welcome Center
• Sheikh Khalifa Highway (E12) (5 min drive from pier) — expressway connecting Saadiyat to mainland Abu Dhabi
• Zayed International Airport (30 min drive from pier) — main commercial aviation hub
• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: 30 min
• Zayed International Airport: 30 min
• Al Maryah Island: 20 min
• Yas Island: 20 min
• Saadiyat Cultural District: 10 min
• Abu Dhabi Corniche: 25 min
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Island residents utilize established international schools located on neighboring Saadiyat and Al Reem Islands.
• Cranleigh Abu Dhabi (12 min drive from pier) — British curriculum, ADEK Irtiqaa Outstanding rating
• NYU Abu Dhabi (12 min drive from pier) — 40-acre global university campus on Saadiyat
• Repton School Abu Dhabi (20 min drive from pier) — British curriculum campus on Al Reem Island
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Emergency care on the island is supported by on-site medical staff, with tertiary hospitals 20 minutes away on the mainland.
• Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (20 min drive from pier) — 364-bed quaternary hospital on Al Maryah Island
• Reem Hospital (20 min drive from pier) — multi-specialty post-acute hospital on Al Reem Island
• Burjeel Hospital Abu Dhabi (25 min drive from pier) — private tertiary hospital complex
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Prayer facilities are integrated into the luxury resort, with major mosques located on Saadiyat Island.
• Nurai Island Prayer Hall (3 min walk) — private prayer facility serving villa residents and resort guests
• Abrahamic Family House (15 min drive from pier) — landmark interfaith complex with mosque, church, and synagogue
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Retail consists of boutique resort shops, with major regional malls accessible via a short drive from the pier.
• Nurai Island Resort Boutiques (3 min walk) — high-end beachwear, jewelry, and luxury retail
• The Galleria Al Maryah Island (20 min drive from pier) — Abu Dhabi’s premier luxury-brand mall
• Yas Mall (20 min drive from pier) — Abu Dhabi’s largest regional mall with 370+ stores
• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: 30 min
• Zayed International Airport: 30 min
• Al Maryah Island: 20 min
• Yas Island: 20 min
• Saadiyat Cultural District: 10 min
• Abu Dhabi Corniche: 25 min
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The island is a tropical paradise offering pristine white-sand beaches, water sports, and private infinity pools.
• Nurai Island Beaches (1 min walk) — uninterrupted natural beaches surrounding the private island
• Water Sports Center (2 min walk) — paddleboarding, jet skiing, and scuba diving facilities
• Saadiyat Beach Golf Club (15 min drive from pier) — Gary Player-designed 18-hole beachfront course
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Dining is ultra-exclusive, featuring world-class seafood restaurants, beach clubs, and sunset lounges.
• Frangipani (2 min walk) — rustic-chic international dining venue on the beach
• Hooked (3 min walk) — seafood restaurant offering fresh catches overlooking the Arabian Gulf
• Smokin’ Pineapple (3 min walk) — vibrant beachfront lounge with swing bars and wood-fired pizza
FAQ
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Who developed Nurai Island?
Zaya, founded by Nadia Zaal, developed Nurai Island as a private luxury island combining a boutique resort with private residences.
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Where is Nurai Island located?
Off the coast of Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, accessible via a short boat ride.
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How do you reach it?
By boat, a short ride from Saadiyat Island; the island itself is strictly car-free.
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What property types are available?
Private residential villas, including sprawling beachfront estate villas and water villas with private pools.
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