Naïa Island is a district of Dubai, 3.4 km from ONPASSIVE Metro Station.
Naïa Island is a planned luxury island development located off the Jumeirah coastline of Dubai. Positioned within Umm Suqeim 1, the project is planned as a mixed residential and hospitality estate combining suites, private villas, branded beachfront residences and estate plots with direct private beach access. Shamal Holding is behind the development, and preliminary construction works have been reported.
Naïa Island is conceived as a gated island community immediately offshore from Jumeirah, within Umm Suqeim 1. The masterplan includes a mix of hospitality and residential property. A key element is the region’s first Cheval Blanc Maison, forming part of the island’s hospitality offering. The developer has marketed a limited number of premium beachfront plots; one beachfront residential plot was reported to have sold for AED 377 million, brokered by Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty.
The closest Dubai Metro station is Red Line station R29, approximately 3.4 km from the island, making it unsuitable for a conventional walk. Road access to Jumeirah and central Dubai is via coastal and city arterials connecting Umm Suqeim with neighbouring districts; driving times vary with traffic and the chosen route.
Jad’s Inclusion and Jumeirah College are both approximately 2.9 km from Naïa Island. The surrounding area includes beaches, parks, golf clubs and cinemas, supporting the location’s coastal leisure character.
Naïa Island is planned as a mixed-use residential and hospitality destination. Accommodation is set to include serviced suites, private villas, branded beachfront residences and estate plots with private beach access. The hospitality component is intended to include a Cheval Blanc Maison.
Shamal Holding has announced Naïa Island, with preliminary construction works reported. Current plans focus on the masterplan, plot sales and the island’s proposed lifestyle offering. Architecture, amenities and landscaping may evolve as the project progresses.
The project targets the luxury segment and is suited to buyers and occupiers seeking beachfront, branded or hospitality-linked residences. Typical buyer profiles include:
With both hospitality and residential components, the island may also appeal to lifestyle buyers who value access to coastal leisure amenities and to hospitality operators considering branded partnership opportunities.
The development sits off the Jumeirah coastline, within a maritime and leisure corridor that includes public beaches and private coastal properties. Nearby attractions include parks and leisure venues, while Jad’s Inclusion and Jumeirah College are approximately 2.9 km away. Dining and recreational options are available across the surrounding Jumeirah area.
The released imagery presents the island’s initial design vision, with further refinement expected as detailed design and construction progress.
What is Naïa Island?
Naïa Island is a proposed luxury island development off the Jumeirah coastline comprising suites, private villas, branded beachfront residences and estate plots with private beach access, alongside an upscale hospitality component.
Who is behind the development?
Shamal Holding is behind the Naïa Island development.
What is the current stage of work?
Preliminary construction activity has taken place, and the project is progressing from its initial design and masterplan stage.
Are there notable transactions or partners?
A beachfront residential plot on the island was reported to have sold for AED 377 million, with Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty acting as broker. The hospitality offering is planned to include a Cheval Blanc Maison.
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