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Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel Second
Highlights
Akala Hotels and Residences at a glance
About Akala Hotels and Residences
Akala Hotels and Residences is a residential building in Zaabeel Second, Dubai, developed by Arada. It holds about 284 units: 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments, 3-bedroom apartments, 4-bedroom apartments, 5-bedroom apartments, 6-bedroom apartments.
It is under construction, 2% complete, with handover planned for 2029. 84 units changed hands in the last 12 months, registered with the Dubai Land Department. Recent sales went through at a median of AED 3,698 per sq ft.
Akala Hotels and Residences is one of 15 buildings in Zaabeel Second: 5 are complete and 10 are still being built.
Located in the heart of Za’abeel 2, Akala Hotels and Residences by Arada is a striking 50-storey tower that blends luxury living with world-class hospitality. Designed for modern urbanites and global investors, the project features a refined selection of serviced apartments, hotel units, and branded residences—all set against the vibrant backdrop of Dubai’s iconic skyline.
With its proximity to DIFC, Downtown Dubai, and the World Trade Centre, Akala offers seamless connectivity and unmatched convenience. Residents will enjoy state-of-the-art amenities, panoramic city views, wellness and leisure spaces, fine dining, and an elevated sense of privacy.
Whether you're looking for a prestigious address or a high-yield property investment, Akala at Za’abeel 2 delivers on every front—design, location, and lifestyle.
In a nutshell
- A residential off-plan building
- Located in Zaabeel Second, Dubai
- Developed by Arada
- Completed in Q4 2029
- Unit types: 1 Bed, 2 Beds, 3 Beds, 4 Beds, 5 Beds, 6 Beds
- Sizes from 1,040 to 23,670 sq ft
- Features: Children's Play Area, Seafront
- Financial Centre metro station 0.6 km away
- Status
- Off-plan
- Developer
- Arada
- Location
- Zaabeel Second, Dubai
- Handover
- Q4 2029
- Construction
- 2%
- Unit types
- 1 Bed, 2 Beds, 3 Beds, 4 Beds, 5 Beds, 6 Beds
- Prices from
- AED 3.6M
- Median price per sq ft
- AED 3,698
- Nearest metro
- Financial Centre, 0.6 km
Building details
Inside Akala Hotels and Residences
Facilities in Akala Hotels and Residences
Akala Hotels and Residences lists 2 features and facilities for its residents.
- Children's Play Area
- Seafront
Properties in Akala Hotels and Residences
1-bedroom apartments in Akala Hotels and Residences
There are about 78 of these in Akala Hotels and Residences, from 1,040 to 1,410 sq ft. They have recently sold for a median of AED 3.9M, or AED 3,710 per sq ft.
2-bedroom apartments in Akala Hotels and Residences
There are about 138 of these in Akala Hotels and Residences, from 1,560 to 2,090 sq ft. They have recently sold for a median of AED 6.6M, or AED 3,820 per sq ft.
3-bedroom apartments in Akala Hotels and Residences
There are about 55 of these in Akala Hotels and Residences, from 2,590 to 3,660 sq ft. They have recently sold for a median of AED 12.5M, or AED 4,660 per sq ft.
4-bedroom apartments in Akala Hotels and Residences
There are about 9 of these in Akala Hotels and Residences, from 3,650 to 4,700 sq ft. They have recently sold for a median of AED 22.0M, or AED 4,680 per sq ft.
5-bedroom apartments in Akala Hotels and Residences
There are about 2 of these in Akala Hotels and Residences, from 6,260 sq ft. They have recently sold for a median of AED 34.7M, or AED 5,540 per sq ft.
6-bedroom apartments in Akala Hotels and Residences
There are about 2 of these in Akala Hotels and Residences, from 14,630 to 23,670 sq ft. None has sold recently enough to quote a price.
| Unit type | Units | Size | Median price | Median rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | 78 | 1,040 sqft96.6 sqmt – 1,410 sqft131 sqmt | AED 3.9M | – |
| 2 Beds | 138 | 1,560 sqft144.9 sqmt – 2,090 sqft194.2 sqmt | AED 6.6M | – |
| 3 Beds | 55 | 2,590 sqft240.6 sqmt – 3,660 sqft340 sqmt | AED 12.5M | – |
| 4 Beds | 9 | 3,650 sqft339.1 sqmt – 4,700 sqft436.6 sqmt | AED 22M | – |
| 5 Beds | 2 | 6,260 sqft581.6 sqmt | AED 34.7M | – |
| 6 Beds | 2 | 14,630 sqft1,359.2 sqmt – 23,670 sqft2,199 sqmt | No recent sales | – |
Sale trends in Akala Hotels and Residences
Median sale price
AED 5.9M
Median per sq ft
AED 3,698
Price ranges from the most recent registered sales, by unit type:
- 1-bedroom apartments: AED 3.6M to AED 3.9M (1,036 to 1,044 sq ft), across 9 sales
- 2-bedroom apartments: AED 5.8M to AED 7.1M (1,556 to 1,725 sq ft), across 7 sales
- 3-bedroom apartments: AED 11.9M to AED 16.9M (2,587 to 3,654 sq ft), across 4 sales
Recent transactions in Akala Hotels and Residences
| LocationStatus and unit | PricePer sqftPer sqmt | SpecsSize and bedrooms | DateSold by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 7,101,700AED 4,561 /sqftAED 49,094 /sqmt | 1,557 sqft144.7 sqmt2 Beds | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 11,947,200AED 4,618 /sqftAED 49,708 /sqmt | 2,587 sqft240.3 sqmt3 Beds | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 6,348,650AED 3,680 /sqftAED 39,611 /sqmt | 1,725 sqft160.3 sqmt2 Beds | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 5,980,050AED 3,471 /sqftAED 37,362 /sqmt | 1,723 sqft160.1 sqmt2 Beds | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 3,748,500AED 3,618 /sqftAED 38,944 /sqmt | 1,036 sqft96.2 sqmt1 Bed | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 12,780,000AED 4,828 /sqftAED 51,968 /sqmt | 2,647 sqft245.9 sqmt3 Beds | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 15,185,000AED 4,858 /sqftAED 52,291 /sqmt | 3,126 sqft290.4 sqmt3 Beds | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 3,855,000AED 3,693 /sqftAED 39,751 /sqmt | 1,044 sqft97 sqmt1 Bed | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 6,789,030AED 4,363 /sqftAED 46,963 /sqmt | 1,556 sqft144.6 sqmt2 Beds | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 3,860,000AED 3,726 /sqftAED 40,106 /sqmt | 1,036 sqft96.2 sqmt1 Bed | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 6,350,000AED 3,685 /sqftAED 39,665 /sqmt | 1,723 sqft160.1 sqmt2 Beds | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 6,056,400AED 3,515 /sqftAED 37,835 /sqmt | 1,723 sqft160.1 sqmt2 Beds | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 3,850,000AED 3,688 /sqftAED 39,697 /sqmt | 1,044 sqft97 sqmt1 Bed | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 16,865,800AED 4,616 /sqftAED 49,686 /sqmt | 3,654 sqft339.5 sqmt3 Beds | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 3,763,200AED 3,605 /sqftAED 38,804 /sqmt | 1,044 sqft97 sqmt1 Bed | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 3,875,000AED 3,712 /sqftAED 39,956 /sqmt | 1,044 sqft97 sqmt1 Bed | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 5,828,250AED 3,383 /sqftAED 36,414 /sqmt | 1,723 sqft160.1 sqmt2 Beds | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 3,865,000AED 3,702 /sqftAED 39,848 /sqmt | 1,044 sqft97 sqmt1 Bed | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 3,629,000AED 3,503 /sqftAED 37,706 /sqmt | 1,036 sqft96.2 sqmt1 Bed | Developer |
| Akala Hotels and Residences, Zaabeel SecondOff-planApartment | AED 3,840,000AED 3,707 /sqftAED 39,902 /sqmt | 1,036 sqft96.2 sqmt1 Bed | Developer |
Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 7.1M
AED 4,561 /sqftAED 49,094 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,557 sqft144.7 sqmt2 BedsDeveloper27 Oct 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 11.9M
AED 4,618 /sqftAED 49,708 /sqmt
Off-planApartment2,587 sqft240.3 sqmt3 BedsDeveloper2 Oct 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 6.3M
AED 3,680 /sqftAED 39,611 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,725 sqft160.3 sqmt2 BedsDeveloper23 Sept 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 6M
AED 3,471 /sqftAED 37,362 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,723 sqft160.1 sqmt2 BedsDeveloper16 Sept 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 3.7M
AED 3,618 /sqftAED 38,944 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,036 sqft96.2 sqmt1 BedDeveloper3 Sept 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 12.8M
AED 4,828 /sqftAED 51,968 /sqmt
Off-planApartment2,647 sqft245.9 sqmt3 BedsDeveloper3 Sept 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 15.2M
AED 4,858 /sqftAED 52,291 /sqmt
Off-planApartment3,126 sqft290.4 sqmt3 BedsDeveloper21 Aug 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 3.9M
AED 3,693 /sqftAED 39,751 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,044 sqft97 sqmt1 BedDeveloper20 Aug 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 6.8M
AED 4,363 /sqftAED 46,963 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,556 sqft144.6 sqmt2 BedsDeveloper20 Aug 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 3.9M
AED 3,726 /sqftAED 40,106 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,036 sqft96.2 sqmt1 BedDeveloper8 Jul 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 6.4M
AED 3,685 /sqftAED 39,665 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,723 sqft160.1 sqmt2 BedsDeveloper8 Jul 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 6.1M
AED 3,515 /sqftAED 37,835 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,723 sqft160.1 sqmt2 BedsDeveloper8 Jul 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 3.9M
AED 3,688 /sqftAED 39,697 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,044 sqft97 sqmt1 BedDeveloper25 Jun 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 16.9M
AED 4,616 /sqftAED 49,686 /sqmt
Off-planApartment3,654 sqft339.5 sqmt3 BedsDeveloper25 Jun 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 3.8M
AED 3,605 /sqftAED 38,804 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,044 sqft97 sqmt1 BedDeveloper25 Jun 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 3.9M
AED 3,712 /sqftAED 39,956 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,044 sqft97 sqmt1 BedDeveloper18 Jun 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 5.8M
AED 3,383 /sqftAED 36,414 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,723 sqft160.1 sqmt2 BedsDeveloper18 Jun 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 3.9M
AED 3,702 /sqftAED 39,848 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,044 sqft97 sqmt1 BedDeveloper18 Jun 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 3.6M
AED 3,503 /sqftAED 37,706 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,036 sqft96.2 sqmt1 BedDeveloper18 Jun 2026Akala Hotels and Residences
Zaabeel Second
AED 3.8M
AED 3,707 /sqftAED 39,902 /sqmt
Off-planApartment1,036 sqft96.2 sqmt1 BedDeveloper21 May 2026
Every sale in Akala Hotels and ResidencesEvery rent contract in Akala Hotels and Residences
Akala Hotels and Residences payment plan
How the developer's price is paid, in the order each instalment falls due.
- 1.Down Payment5%
- 2.During Construction10%
- 3.During Construction10%
- 4.During Construction15%
- 5.On Handover60%
Akala Hotels and Residences floor plans
1 bedroom, Type A
1,033 sqft96 sqmt
1 bedroom, Type B
1,044 sqft97 sqmt
1 bedroom, Type C
1,098 sqft102 sqmt
1 bedroom, Type D
1,410 sqft131 sqmt
2 bedrooms, Type A
1,550 sqft144 sqmt
2 bedrooms, Type B
2,088 sqft194 sqmt
2 bedrooms, Type C
1,776 sqft165 sqmt
2 bedrooms, Type D
1,948 sqft181 sqmt
2 bedrooms, Type E
2,056 sqft191 sqmt
2 bedrooms, Type F
2,088 sqft194 sqmt
3 bedrooms, Type A
2,583 sqft240 sqmt
3 bedrooms, Type B
2,605 sqft242 sqmt
3 bedrooms, Type C
3,122 sqft290 sqmt
3 bedrooms, Type D
3,649 sqft339 sqmt
4 bedrooms, Type A
3,649 sqft339 sqmt
4 bedrooms, Type B
4,693 sqft436 sqmt
5 bedrooms, Type A
6,254 sqft581 sqmt
6 bedrooms, Type A
6 bedrooms, Type B
Nearby amenities
Around Akala Hotels and Residences
Transportation near Akala Hotels and Residences
The nearest Dubai Metro station from Akala Hotels and Residences is Financial Centre (red line, 0.6 km, about 7 min walk), then Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall (red line, 0.9 km, about 11 min walk). Stations planned on new lines nearby include City Walk (golden line, 1.5 km, about 5 min drive) and Burj Khalifa Road (golden line, 2 km, about 6 min drive).
- Financial CentreRed line · 0.6 km · about 7 min walk
- Burj Khalifa/Dubai MallRed line · 0.9 km · about 11 min walk
- Emirates TowersRed line · 1.3 km · about 5 min drive
- City WalkGolden line · 1.5 km · about 5 min drive
- Burj Khalifa RoadGolden line · 2 km · about 6 min drive
- Business BayRed line · 2.3 km · about 7 min drive
Shopping and groceries near Akala Hotels and Residences
The closest is Al Maya / Murooj Rotana, Murooj Complex, 0.3 km from Akala Hotels and Residences (about 4 min walk).
- Al Maya / Murooj Rotana, Murooj ComplexSupermarket · 0.3 km · about 4 min walk
- Dubai MallShopping Mall · 1 km · about 12 min walk
- Spinneys / EMAAR Boulevard, Downtown DubaiSupermarket · 1.5 km · about 5 min drive
- Al Maya / 8 Boulevard Walk, Downtown DubaiSupermarket · 1.8 km · about 6 min drive
- Choitram, The Executive TowersSupermarket · 1.8 km · about 6 min drive
Restaurants and hotels near Akala Hotels and Residences
The closest is Al Murooj Rotana ? Dubai, 0.2 km from Akala Hotels and Residences (about 2 min walk).
- Al Murooj Rotana ? DubaiHotel · 0.2 km · about 2 min walk
- Dusit Thani DubaiHotel · 0.4 km · about 5 min walk
- Emirates Grand HotelHotel · 0.4 km · about 5 min walk
- Shangri-La Hotel, DubaiHotel · 0.6 km · about 7 min walk
- Number One Tower SuitesHotel · 0.6 km · about 7 min walk
Hospitals and clinics near Akala Hotels and Residences
The closest is Al Amal Hospital, 1.9 km from Akala Hotels and Residences (about 6 min drive).
- Al Amal HospitalHospital · 1.9 km · about 6 min drive
- Manchester ClinicHospital · 2.8 km · about 8 min drive
- Iranian HospitalHospital · 2.9 km · about 8 min drive
- Jumeirah Prime Medical CenterHospital · 3.1 km · about 8 min drive
- Internationl Medical CenterHospital · 3.2 km · about 8 min drive
Parks and leisure near Akala Hotels and Residences
The closest is Safa Park, 3.8 km from Akala Hotels and Residences (about 10 min drive).
- Safa ParkPark · 3.8 km · about 10 min drive
- Dubai Bowling CentreSports Academy · 4.1 km · about 10 min drive
- Zabeel ParkPark · 4.1 km · about 10 min drive
- Jumeirah Beach ParkPark · 4.3 km · about 11 min drive
- Al Quoz Pond ParkPark · 4.7 km · about 11 min drive
Schools near Akala Hotels and Residences
The nearest is Jebel Ali School (Br of Taaleem Management (L L C)), 0.7 km away. Ratings are the KHDA's latest inspection grades.
- Jebel Ali School (Br of Taaleem Management (L L C))UK · KHDA: Very good · 0.7 km
- Jumeira Baccalaureate SchoolInternational Baccalaureate · KHDA: Very good · 2.2 km
- Al Shurooq Private SchoolMinistry of Education · KHDA: Good · 2.3 km
- Japanese SchoolJapanese · KHDA: Good · 2.7 km
- JSS Private School L.L.CIndian · KHDA: Very good · 2.9 km
- Horizons English School L.L.CUK · KHDA: Outstanding · 3.3 km
Other buildings in Zaabeel Second
Zaabeel Second has 15 buildings. A few others to compare Akala Hotels and Residences with:
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Things to consider about Akala Hotels and Residences
In its favour
- Financial Centre metro station is within walking distance.
- An active resale market: 84 sales in the last year make it easier to price and to sell.
- Several schools within 3 km.
Worth checking
- Still being built: the handover date can move, and the price is paid in stages before you get the keys.
FAQs
Akala Hotels and Residences: questions answered
Buying, selling or renting in Akala Hotels and Residences?
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