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Holiday homes in Bluewaters Island

A compact island off JBR, home to Ain Dubai and resort hotels, with a car-light feel and a footbridge to the beach.

Bluewaters Island sits about 400 m off JBR and mixes a small cluster of residential buildings with resort hotels, a dining boardwalk and the Ain Dubai observation wheel. Short-stay homes are few and upmarket, and one-bedroom and larger apartments make up most of what is offered.

Guests like its self-contained, walkable layout: restaurants and the waterfront are steps away, and JBR beach and The Walk are across a footbridge. It suits couples and families who want a quieter, premium stay close to the Marina's energy.

Getting around

  • A pedestrian bridge links the island to JBR; the JBR 1 tram stop is roughly a 10–12 minute walk.
  • RTA water bus BM3 connects Bluewaters with Dubai Marina Mall, and ferry routes run to the Dubai Water Canal.
  • There is no metro on the island; a road bridge connects it to Sheikh Zayed Road.
  • DXB is roughly 30 minutes by car off-peak.

Who it suits

  • Couples on a premium short break
  • Families wanting walkable dining and beach access
  • Guests who prefer not to drive

Nearby

  • Ain Dubai, the 250 m observation wheel billed as the world's tallest
  • Waterfront boardwalk of restaurants and cafés
  • Resort hotels with their own beaches
  • JBR public beach and The Walk over the footbridge

Nothing listed here yet

Send your dates or move-in month and budget, and we will find options in Bluewaters Island and send them to you on WhatsApp.

Questions people ask

Is there a public beach on Bluewaters?

The island's beaches belong to its hotels and residences. The free public beach at JBR is a short walk away across the footbridge.

Is Bluewaters practical without a car?

Yes, it is one of the most car-light areas in Dubai: walk to JBR, take the BM3 water bus to Dubai Marina Mall, or catch the tram from JBR.

Is parking available on Bluewaters?

Yes, the island has paid public parking; the island's own FAQ says visitors get up to three hours free with a qualifying spend of AED 100.

Do holiday homes in Dubai need a licence?

Yes. Every holiday home unit in Dubai needs a permit from the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). Each listing shows its permit number once it is issued.

Is there a tourism fee on a holiday home stay?

Yes. Holiday homes collect the Tourism Dirham, a fee per bedroom per night set by DET. It is included in the total we confirm before you pay.

What is included in a holiday home stay?

Fresh linen and towels, Wi-Fi, electricity, water and air conditioning, a fitted kitchen and cleaning between stays. Each listing lists anything extra.

How do I book, and is there a deposit?

Send your dates on WhatsApp or through the form. We confirm availability and the full price, then take a booking payment and a refundable security deposit.