About the area

Alaya Beach is an ultra‑exclusive residential enclave located on the northern shore of Tilal Al Ghaf’s central lagoon. The cluster is designed as a small, gated neighbourhood of large, individually finished homes with direct access to the lagoon and a private neighbourhood beach. The community sits within the wider Tilal Al Ghaf masterplan and is positioned to offer waterside living while remaining connected to central and suburban Dubai.

What this place is and where it is

Alaya Beach is a subcommunity within Tilal Al Ghaf. The development comprises a limited collection of primary residences arranged along the northern edge of the central lagoon, each plot providing direct entry to the water and to a shared beach area reserved for the neighbourhood. Coordinates: 25.024697° N, 55.222910° E.

The scheme was conceived as a low‑density, high‑privacy group of villas and mansions, with an emphasis on generous internal volumes and outdoor living. Privately landscaped plots and the lagoon frontage distinguish the area from denser housing types elsewhere in DubaiLand.

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Transport and distances

Metro access: the nearest Dubai Metro station on the Red Line is coded R73; the straight‑line distance to that station is 6,058 metres. This distance is generally considered beyond comfortable pedestrian range, so most journeys to and from public transport in the area are taken by car or shuttle.

Approximate road distances from Alaya Beach to key Dubai locations:

  • Burj Khalifa / Downtown Dubai — 19.9 km
  • The Dubai Mall — 20.0 km
  • Dubai International Airport (DXB) — 29.2 km
  • Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) — 15.6 km
  • Palm Jumeirah — 12.9 km
  • Dubai Marina — 10.4 km
  • JBR Beach — 10.9 km
  • Mall of the Emirates — 10.6 km
  • Business Bay — 18.4 km
  • Expo City Dubai — 10.3 km
  • Global Village — 9.9 km
  • Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) — 21.6 km

Distances above are indicative straight‑route or road distances as recorded for the location; travel times vary with traffic and chosen route. The community’s position within Tilal Al Ghaf places it closer to Dubai’s southwestern and coastal nodes than to the central business districts.

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Development, layouts and design options

Alaya Beach is formed by a limited number of high‑end dwellings: 14 mansions and 30 reserve grand villas. Each home is arranged to provide direct access to the lagoon and the community’s private beach. The product mix is focused entirely on standalone, large‑format residences rather than multi‑storey apartment blocks.

Homes in Alaya Beach are offered with a range of customisation options intended to adapt to buyer preferences. Typical options described for the community include:

  • Choice of architectural façade themes (for example modernist or Mediterranean‑inspired finishes);
  • Flexible internal layouts, including open‑plan living and double‑height spaces in selected designs;
  • Floor‑to‑ceiling glazing to maximise views across the lagoon;
  • Provision to add a basement area where required;
  • Landscaping options that favour Mediterranean or tropical garden palettes;
  • Expansive balconies, covered patios and shaded outdoor living areas suitable for the local climate.

Reserve grand villas include a particular internal feature termed the “zen suite”: a self‑contained garden room that can be specified with different interior themes. The overall architectural intent emphasises generous indoor volumes, strong indoor‑outdoor connections and private garden spaces facing the lagoon.

Images and concept material for Alaya Beach have been published showing original design proposals and layouts. As with many masterplanned developments, designs and landscaping may be subject to change during delivery; concept imagery should be used as a reference rather than a final specification.

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Facilities and local context

Alaya Beach benefits primarily from its waterside setting within Tilal Al Ghaf. The community’s amenity offering is centred on private beach access, direct lagoon frontage and individually landscaped plots. The immediate context includes the wider Tilal Al Ghaf infrastructure and leisure elements associated with the lagoon precinct.

Within a short distance of Alaya Beach there are a number of education facilities. Two schools frequently cited in relation to the area are:

  • Royal Grammar School Guildford in Dubai — approximately 0.9 km from Alaya Beach;
  • Victory Heights Primary School — approximately 1.1 km from Alaya Beach.

Other services and retail are provided across Tilal Al Ghaf and in adjacent neighbourhoods; major malls, business districts and coastal destinations are reached by short to medium drives, as listed in the transport section.

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Who this neighbourhood suits

Alaya Beach is aimed at buyers and households prioritising privacy, generous indoor and outdoor living space, waterside frontage and high levels of customisation. Intended occupants typically include families requiring multiple reception spaces and private gardens, or buyers seeking a limited‑number gated enclave with direct lagoon access.

The product is less suitable for those looking for compact apartments, active walk‑in high‑street retail on site, or immediate proximity to metro stations; ownership here is concentrated on villa living and plot privacy rather than dense urban living.

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FAQ

What types of homes are available in Alaya Beach?
Alaya Beach comprises 14 mansions and 30 reserve grand villas, each designed as a standalone residence with garden and lagoon frontage.

Where in Dubai is Alaya Beach located?
The neighbourhood sits on the northern shore of Tilal Al Ghaf’s central lagoon, within the DubaiLand area of the emirate. Coordinates: 25.024697 N, 55.222910 E.

How close is public transport?
The nearest Dubai Metro Red Line station is coded R73 and is 6,058 metres from the community; this is generally beyond comfortable walking distance, so access is normally by car.

Are there schools nearby?
Yes. Notable nearby schools include Royal Grammar School Guildford in Dubai (about 0.9 km) and Victory Heights Primary School (about 1.1 km).

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Service charges in Alaya Beach, 2026

Area median15.11 AED▲ +5.6% per sq ft per year · 163 AED/m²
Range across buildings3.8–28.3buildings with a budget: 52
vs Dubai median▼ -5.3%Dubai 15.96 AED/sq ft
General / reserve fund13.82 / 0.87medians, AED/sq ft

Largest management companies in the area: Sports City Owner Association Managementservices (10), Universal Community Management (7), Marf Management & Supervision Services For Owners Associations (6).

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RERA-approved 2026 budgets from the DLD service charge index (Mollak); residential buildings. Rate is AED per sq ft per year; YoY compares the same buildings in 2025.

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Frequent questions

Is Alaya Beach well-connected by metro?
The nearest metro station is approximately 6.1 km away, on the Red Line.
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