Damac Islands is a district of Dubai.
Damac Islands is a masterplanned, island‑themed residential community within the DubaiLand area. Designed around a central network of lagoons and water features, the development is organised as a collection of themed neighbourhoods inspired by well-known tropical destinations. The concept emphasises water-based public spaces, recreational amenities and a mix of detached and attached homes clustered along the lagoons.
Damac Islands is a self-contained community located in DubaiLand. The scheme arranges multiple island‑style neighbourhoods around a series of interconnected lagoons that run through the centre of the development. The masterplan includes villas and townhouses laid out to face water channels and landscaped edges. The development uses tropical motifs—names and neighbourhood identities draw on destinations such as the Maldives, Bora Bora, Seychelles, Hawaii, Bali and Fiji—to structure public areas and residential clusters.
At the time of launch the developer estimated the community would contain approximately 14,896 residential units, formed of villas and townhouses. The layout and building designs emphasise open plan living, private terraces and floor‑to‑ceiling windows for water and landscape views. Water platforms and floating spaces are incorporated to host social events and leisure uses adjacent to the lagoons.
The nearest Dubai Metro access is on the Red Line (station code R73). The recorded distance to that metro point is approximately 14.3 km from the heart of Damac Islands, so it is not within comfortable walking distance. Road connections place the community within driving distance of key Dubai locations as shown below.
The community is centred on a large lagoon system intended for swimming and paddling, with several water‑themed attractions planned around it. Key elements described in the project concept include an Aqua Dome with underwater projections and dining areas; a waterfall lagoon and an aqua park; a jungle river with vegetation, cascading waterfalls and rapids; and water platforms that accommodate bars and event spaces. A central hub fountain was planned to combine water, fire and laser elements.
Leisure and wellness components cited in the masterplan include a Hot Springs Spa featuring cascading lagoon waterfalls and infinity pools, floating yoga decks, and an outdoor relaxation environment. Adventure elements described for the scheme comprise a zipline, jungle swings with lagoon views and organised activity areas. Public green spaces and specialist small wildlife attractions—such as a tortoise garden, parrot park and a wildlife park—were included in the concept to add a recreational dimension beyond pure aquatic features.
Practical outdoor fitness infrastructure is included in the concept; the masterplan references a calisthenics park and a fitness park equipped for multiple sports. The developer also indicated provision for a wedding venue adjacent to the main lagoon and a gondola‑style paddling experience on the water with LED illumination for night views.
One of the projects on the site is The Tropics at Damac Islands. The site contains multiple themed neighbourhoods; examples of sub‑districts listed within the wider community include the following:
Damac Islands is positioned as a lifestyle‑oriented residential district for buyers seeking waterfront living with a resort character. The emphasis on villas and townhouses, private terraces and open plan layouts targets families and households that prioritise space and direct access to landscaped lagoon edges. The array of leisure features—spas, waterparks, adventure attractions and event platforms—also suits residents who prefer a community with built‑in recreational options and experiential public spaces.
Given the scale of the masterplan and the concentration of leisure and event facilities, the development may similarly appeal to second‑home buyers and lifestyle investors looking for properties within a distinctive, themed environment. The community layout is designed to keep much of the amenity concentrated around the central water system, so homes with waterfront orientation are a defining characteristic for occupants seeking views and outdoor access.
At the time of launch the developer reported strong initial sales performance, with a figure exceeding $2.72 billion in sales within ten hours of launch. The developer also published starting off‑plan price points at launch: from AED 2 million for four‑bedroom townhouses and from AED 6 million for six‑bedroom villas. Images and the original masterplan were circulated by the developer as part of the launch information; project designs are commonly subject to revisions as construction progresses and as final architectural and landscaping decisions are made.
Where is Damac Islands located?
Damac Islands is located in DubaiLand, arranged as a group of themed island neighbourhoods with a central lagoon network. The recorded coordinates for the community place it within the wider DubaiLand area.
What transport links serve the community?
The nearest Dubai Metro access is on the Red Line (station code R73), roughly 14.3 km from the development centre. Road access connects the community to key Dubai destinations such as Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Dubai International Airport and Expo City Dubai within the distances listed above.
What types of homes are planned?
The masterplan envisages primarily villas and townhouses, arranged to face the waterways with open‑plan interiors, private terraces and extensive glazing for views over the lagoons.
What are the main onsite amenities?
Planned amenities include a network of lagoons suitable for paddling and swimming, an Aqua Dome with underwater projections, an aqua park, a waterfall lagoon, spa facilities with hot springs and infinity pools, adventure elements such as zipline and jungle swings, floating yoga decks, event platforms and small wildlife and botanical attractions.
For project‑level details and specific apartment or villa offerings see the listed onsite projects such as The Tropics at Damac Islands and the pages for neighbourhoods including Fiji at Damac Islands, Hawaii at Damac Islands and Bali at Damac Islands.
The figures below come from registered Dubai Land Department transactions, not from listings. We show the median rather than the mean, so that one-off penthouses do not distort it.
The yearly figure compares the last 12 months with the 12 before them. Calendar years would not work here: the current one is unfinished, so the comparison would understate the change. The median across the whole district moved +12% over the same year — that gap reflects which buildings came to market, not existing homes changing in price.
| Building | Deals | Price per m² |
|---|---|---|
| DAMAC ISLANDS - MALDIVES 4 | 577 | 14 668 |
| DAMAC ISLANDS - SEYCHELLES 2 | 448 | 18 595 |
| DAMAC ISLANDS - MALDIVES 1 | 419 | 16 739 |
| DAMAC ISLANDS - FIJI 2 | 397 | 16 000 |
| DAMAC ISLANDS - BORA BORA 3 | 392 | 15 755 |
| DAMAC ISLANDS - MALDIVES 2 | 387 | 16 167 |
| DAMAC ISLANDS - FIJI 1 | 381 | 15 464 |
| DAMAC ISLANDS - BALI 2 | 345 | 16 377 |
| DAMAC ISLANDS - MALDIVES 3 | 326 | 16 232 |
| DAMAC ISLANDS - BALI 1 | 306 | 16 172 |
| DAMAC ISLANDS - BALI 3 | 258 | 17 594 |
| DAMAC ISLANDS - BORA BORA 1 | 242 | 16 164 |
Linked names lead to our pages for those projects.
Source: Dubai Land Department transaction registry. Prices per square metre, sale transactions.
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