Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi is a meticulously planned waterfront district that has rapidly emerged as the city’s premier financial and lifestyle destination. Formerly known as Sowwah Island, this 114‑hectare zone was redeveloped in the mid‑2000s by Mubadala into Abu Dhabi’s central business district and is anchored by the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM)—a leading international financial hub that also spans Al Reem Island.

The island is anchored by The Galleria Al Maryah Island, a world-class retail destination offering over 400 global luxury and high-street brands, fine‑dining venues, a rooftop food hall, IMAX cinema, and rooftop parks. Along its 5.4 km waterfront promenade, residents and visitors enjoy an array of eateries, events, wellness spaces, and leisure pockets. High‑end hospitality is delivered through the Four Seasons and Rosewood Abu Dhabi hotels.


Integrated green infrastructure is central to the island’s design—including landscaped plazas, jogging paths, and direct pedestrian links to Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, and cultural attractions.

The real estate mix includes luxury apartments, branded residences (e.g. St. Regis and Four Seasons), penthouses, and duplexes, all commanding panoramic views of the water or city skyline. Prices range from studios starting at around AED 580K to ultra-prime penthouses and branded units reaching AED 310M, with average resale listings at approximately AED 2.5M. Rental yields are typically stable—ranging between 5%–6% per annum, driven by corporate and professional tenancy demand in ADGM.

The district also hosts Hub71, a government-backed tech and startup ecosystem headquartered within ADGM, reinforcing its role as a forward-looking innovation cluster.

From a lifestyle standpoint, Al Maryah Island blends corporate convenience, green waterfront living, and world-class hospitality and retail, all amidst smart urban design and strategic connectivity. It's built to attract executives, investors, and discerning residents seeking long-term value and premium urban living.