A new residential concept in central Abu Dhabi
Mubadala Investment Company, developer TARAF and Kerzner International have announced plans to bring One&Only Private Residences to Al Maryah Island. The agreement was announced at LIVEX 2026 on 1 October and introduces a residential idea connected with one of Abu Dhabi’s established commercial and hospitality centres.
The developers have not yet provided a confirmed completion date or a final apartment price schedule. A prospective purchaser should distinguish the announced partnership from a finished building or a property that can already be occupied.
An address connected to city life
Al Maryah Island has developed into an area for finance, shopping, restaurants and hotels rather than a remote beach resort. The proposed residences will sit near The Galleria, a major retail destination, giving the concept a different atmosphere from One&Only’s more secluded holiday properties.
For private travellers, this kind of location may be useful during business visits or longer seasonal stays. The ability to reach familiar amenities without extensive transfers can matter as much as the number of facilities inside the residential building.
What branded residences should deliver
A hotel-associated residential name may suggest professional management and a coordinated service culture, but the exact rights and benefits depend on contractual documents. Prospective owners must check which concierge services, shared areas and maintenance arrangements are included.
Service charges and the allocation of responsibilities between developer and operator need careful scrutiny. A recognised luxury name does not independently establish the quality of construction or guarantee the resale value of a home.
Urban life versus resort privacy
An address in an active city district can offer convenience while presenting different questions about noise, security and privacy. Buyers should compare the orientation and layout of homes, access routes and how guests or deliveries move through the building.
A floorplan suited to entertaining may differ from one that feels practical during ordinary working weeks. Considering the daily pattern of a stay helps avoid buying solely from design renders or attractive model rooms.
The partners behind the residential plan
Mubadala is the master developer and long-term steward of Al Maryah Island. TARAF, the property development company within Yas Holding, is participating alongside Kerzner International, the hospitality group behind One&Only. These are different responsibilities, and buyers should identify which organisation will handle the sale contract, delivery milestones and management obligations before committing funds.
The 1 October partnership announcement proposes a direct connection to The Galleria, the island's established shopping and dining destination. This gives the scheme a city-centre character very different from a private-island resort. Final architectural drawings will determine how pedestrian access, public circulation and residents' security work together.
Understanding what a branded address delivers
Branded ownership can include a continuing relationship with a hospitality operator, but the detail belongs in the management agreement. Potential purchasers should compare service charges, staffing, maintenance, shared-space access and the arrangements for visiting friends or renting a residence. An attractive brand name cannot replace examining the legal rights attached to an individual home.
Al Maryah Island also serves people who divide their time between international business commitments and private travel. Secure parking, storage, acoustic privacy, access to transport and the adaptability of living spaces will affect everyday use. The October announcement did not specify the final completion date or pricing of individual residences, so investment calculations would be premature.
Planning a future purchase
The announcement identifies the partners and broad location but leaves important commercial details to be confirmed later. Any reservation or purchase should involve independent legal advice concerning title, payment stages and the treatment of unfinished amenities.
For a yacht owner who visits Abu Dhabi, a land-based residence can complement periods cruising in the Gulf without replacing marina arrangements. The appeal will depend on verified practical services as the development progresses.
