Inside Marasi Bay, the place to go when you drive Dubai’s next chapter of luxury living
Along the edge of the Dubai Canal, the new water district is in more shape. It is not a grand scheme defined by a single building or a single architectural moment, but through the connected nature of living, hospitality, architecture and public spaces they show a different diversity in the evolution of Dubai. This area is Marasi Bay, Omniyat’s Waterflont Waterflont destination, and one of the most visited districts in the city today.
Marasi Bay sits where refinement, urban simplicity and architectural ambition meet. The district, which is included by the Marasi Bay Marina at the southern end, has emerged as a community built on water, design and isolation. It is home to a collection of developments that have already set new benchmarks in the market, including Lana, Dubai, Vela, Vela Valieno and ENARASTIONS BYSORTY.
While Dubai is nothing short of premium districts, Marasi Bay is unique in its aim. Planning centers in creating a unified water experience, maintained by Ultra-Luxury residences, a growing hospitality presence and a community presence aiming to promote mobility, social life and relationships with water. Designed as a region with long-term value creation in mind.
Design – The starting point
The architectural language of Marasi Bay is shaped by some of the most recognized names in the world. Foster + Associates led the design of the Lane and Vela Viento, while Interiors for the Towers drew on the work of Gilles & Boissier and Banda Studio. The result is a region where buildings share a common design philosophy while remaining distinct.
Lana, which opened in early 2024 as part of the Dorchester Collection, was the first brand completed in the area. It introduced a new level of hospitality to the Burj Khalifa district and set the tone for the Marasi Bay landscape. Its residences are recording strong demand, with developers reporting that prices will double from launch to 2024, rising from an average of 4,000 to AED 8,375 per square foot.
Next to Lana is Vela, another refined tower controlled by the Dorchester collection. Vela saw similar momentum, recording an increase in average sales prices from AED 6,785 to AED 8,235 per square foot by mid-2025. These numbers serve as an indicator of confidence not only in Omniyat’s brand but in the broader trajectory of Marasi Bay as a class of long-term destination.
Vela Viento: An ideal point of focus for investors
Vela Viento represents the next residential release in the region. Rising more than 100 meters, the tower offers 29 simplex and duplex residences built with expansive terraces and views of all the visible ranges of Dubai. A design that prioritizes space, visual perception and a sense of height through its use of open architecture and fluid interior geometry.
Tower-level services reflect the region’s emphasis on lifestyle choice. Residents will have access to a sky deck complete with an infinity edge pool, a double fitness and yoga area and a series of lounges designed for privacy and community use. The podium level includes a spa, Zen garden, cinema, indoor pools and areas dedicated to children. Access to buildings in Vela and Lana also extends the lifestyle offering.
For investors, Vela Viero’s appeal lies within this ecosystem. With Lana, Vela and Enara approaching full speed, Vela Viento stands as one of the last opportunities to enter the region during its pre-development cycle. Buildings in the most beautiful and light-planned luxury districts tend to attract continued interest as the area develops, and Marasi Bay is set to follow suit.
A growing network of locations
Apart from being a collection of luxury residential towers, Marasi Bay emerges from a wide expanse of water, with each new element adding to the depth of the region’s atmosphere.
To the north, Marasi Bay Island is set to launch the only Burj Khalifa district club. The addition is expected to broaden the District’s appeal, offering a coastal experience within a central urban setting. In the south, in the Sunset lake, the floating island of Omniyat, offers a contrast with green use, picnic spaces and pet friendly areas.
The AldScapered Promenade will also connect Lana, Vela, Vela Viento and the marina, creating a quick waterway that ties the whole area together. This approach aligns Marasi Bay with international urban design styles that prioritize functional outdoor spaces, mixed areas and seamless communication areas.
One of Marasi Bay’s strengths is its placement within the wibanei landscape. It sits minutes from Dubai’s Dubai, Difc and Dubai Design District, and offers direct connections to Dubai International Airport. For end users, this proximity to business and leisure districts carries value. For investors, it reinforces volatility and long-term stability.
Omniyat’s focus on creating a design-led district, supported by hospitality brands and a growing set of facilities, reflects the desire to transform Marasi Bay into a Global reference point. The company projects that this region will continue to attract high-end buyers who want to be the extraordinary buyers of Dubai.
A dynamic region
Marasi Bay has reached an important moment. The first furries are complete, the new resettlement releases are developing and the public space is taking shape. With strong pricing underpinned by early stages and limited remaining inventory, the region has already proven its market appeal.
With Vela Viendo becoming the next major milestone in the area’s evolution, Marasi Bay stands out as one of the most compelling waterfront investment stories in Dubai today. It is a region that combines Architectural Pedigree, hospitality products, supply shortages and long-term opportunities in a way that speaks directly to investors looking for a combination of luxury, location and property durability.
