Buddha-Bar Real Estate Development has announced an ambitious AED3 billion project that will bring the first Buddha-Bar Hotel and Floating Residences to Dubai’s World Islands, with completion expected in 2027. The development promises to redefine luxury hospitality in one of Dubai’s most unique locations.
The project will feature:
- A 162-room hotel
- 24 floating residences spanning 4,000 square feet
- A Buddha-Bar Beach venue
- Unique amenities including underwater bedrooms and rooftop terraces
“For the first time, the Buddha-Bar concept is being brought to an island setting,” said Nabil Souhail, Vice President of Buddha-Bar International. “This project combines our brand’s focus on music, mood and design with a new standard of hospitality.”
The floating residences will offer extraordinary features, including:
- Three-level design accommodating up to eight guests
- Rooftop terrace with jacuzzi
- Sea-level lounge
- Underwater bedrooms overlooking coral gardens
The project is part of a broader revival of The World Islands, which had remained largely undeveloped since the 2008 financial crisis. Recent interest from ultra-high-net-worth investors from Europe, Asia, and the Gulf has breathed new life into this ambitious archipelago.
Mohamad Issa, Yieldhaüs founder and CEO, emphasized the project’s significance: “Dubai has long been a global stage for architectural ambition, but what truly sets this project apart is how it redefines experiential living.”
The Buddha-Bar development joins other notable projects in the area, including Amali Properties’ luxury villas and the Kleindienst Group’s $6 billion Heart of Europe project, signaling a renaissance for The World Islands.
