Al Kasir, Abu Dhabi — Complete Area Guide (2026)

Area: Al Kasir (also: Al Kasir Island, Al Marina)

Emirate: Abu Dhabi

Location: A breakwater peninsula on the western Corniche — separated from Al Ras Al Akhdar by a breakwater to the south; connected to the mainland via King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street and Al Marsa Street; Lulu Island to the north

Neighbouring areas: Al Ras Al Akhdar (south, across the breakwater); Al Khubeirah (east); Marina Village (part of the same development cluster); Al Bateen (southeast); Al Khalidiyah (northeast)

Character: A prestigious waterfront peninsula community combining luxury villas, serviced residences, Abu Dhabi’s landmark Marina Mall, the Abu Dhabi Sailing & Yacht Club, Heritage Village, and a promenade with unobstructed views of the Abu Dhabi skyline and Arabian Gulf

Ownership: Mixed. Fairmont Marina Residences is designated freehold — open to all nationalities. Royal Marina Villas and other sub-communities are primarily leasehold. Verify per specific property

Property types: 1–4 bedroom apartments (Fairmont Marina Residences); 4–6 bedroom villas (Royal Marina Villas); 5–7 bedroom villas (Marina Sunset Bay); serviced hotel residences

Sub-communities: Fairmont Marina Residences; Royal Marina Villas; Marina Sunset Bay (by NIC); Marina Village office and retail cluster

Key mall: Marina Mall — opened 28 March 2001; 400+ stores; 5 levels; 122,000 sqm leasable space; VOX Cinemas (9 screens); Bounce; Emirates Bowling Village; Magic Planet; Carrefour; Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada; 68 restaurants; free parking

Key landmark: Heritage Village — 3-minute walk from Marina Mall; free entry; traditional Emirati crafts, architecture, and culture

Key leisure: Abu Dhabi Sailing & Yacht Club — on the breakwater adjacent to the residences

Bus routes (Moovit primary): Route 26 stops at Al Kasir (journey to Sultan Bin Zayed St/Dihan Street ∼34 min; every 30 min). Routes 7, 32, 34 serve Marina Mall via Corniche Road. Taxis/ride-hailing recommended for most journeys

Airport: Abu Dhabi International Airport approximately 30–35 minutes by car

Al Kasir — Overview

Al Kasir is one of Abu Dhabi’s most prestigious waterfront addresses — a breakwater peninsula on the western Corniche that combines luxury villa and serviced residence living with Marina Mall, one of the city’s most established shopping destinations, the Emirates Heritage Village open-air museum, and the Abu Dhabi Sailing & Yacht Club. The peninsula is separated from the Al Ras Al Akhdar peninsula by a breakwater, and connected to the mainland via King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street and Al Marsa Street.

The district’s defining quality is its dual character: a tranquil island of luxury villas and high-specification residences with extraordinary water views and privacy, directly attached to one of Abu Dhabi’s most active retail and entertainment hubs. Residents of Royal Marina Villas and Fairmont Marina Residences wake to unobstructed Gulf views, walk to Marina Mall in minutes, and have the Heritage Village’s traditional Emirati crafts and culture within a 3-minute stroll. The Abu Dhabi skyline facing the breakwater from the south is considered one of the most spectacular urban views in the capital, drawing photographers, walkers, and visitors to the Corniche promenade at dusk and during the cooler months.

Al Kasir is part of the broader Marina Village development cluster — a master-planned waterfront community on the Abu Dhabi Breakwater conceived and built primarily by the National Investment Corporation (NIC). NIC developed the first Fairmont Marina Residences, expanded with the Marina Royal Complex in 2006 and the Marina Village Office Park in 2008, and added the Marina Sunset community in 2018 — introducing 67 villas and over 200 apartments and completing the residential fabric of the Al Kasir waterfront. The community remains one of the most sought-after addresses in Abu Dhabi for expatriate professionals, diplomats, and families who want the combination of water frontage, prestige, and proximity to the western Corniche corridor.

Al Kasir is Abu Dhabi’s most liveable waterfront breakwater community — luxury villas and serviced Fairmont residences with private pools and Arabian Gulf panoramas, Marina Mall and its 400+ stores and nine-screen VOX Cinema at walking distance, Heritage Village three minutes away, the Sailing & Yacht Club on the doorstep, and the full Abu Dhabi skyline visible from every residence facing the Corniche.

Location and Boundaries

Al Kasir extends from the end of the western Corniche breakwater, connected to the mainland by King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street and Al Marsa Street (which links directly to the Corniche). The peninsula is separated from Al Ras Al Akhdar — home to Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental and Qasr Al Watan — by a breakwater to the south. Al Khubeirah lies to the east across the water. Al Bateen is to the southeast. Al Khalidiyah is to the northeast, accessible via Corniche Road. Lulu Island sits to the north, providing a protected inner waterway along the marina edge.

Key distances from Al Kasir: Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental approximately 10 minutes by car. Corniche Beach approximately 10 minutes. Al Hosn and Qasr Al Hosn approximately 15 minutes. Al Maryah Island (The Galleria, Cleveland Clinic) approximately 20 minutes. Saadiyat Island approximately 20–25 minutes. Al Ras Al Akhdar (Qasr Al Watan, Founders Memorial) approximately 10–15 minutes. Abu Dhabi International Airport approximately 30–35 minutes.

Marina Mall

Marina Mall is Al Kasir’s most prominent commercial asset and one of Abu Dhabi’s oldest and most established shopping destinations. Located at the base of the breakwater on the Corniche Road, the mall was completed in December 2000 and opened its doors to the public on 28 March 2001. It spans five levels — lower basement, basement, ground, first, and second floor — across a total area of 235,000 sqm (the equivalent of 44 football pitches) with 122,000 sqm of leasable retail and leisure space. It houses more than 400 retail and service outlets. In January 2017, a AED 3 billion investment was announced for expansion and refurbishment of the complex, adding new luxury retail, entertainment facilities, and the extensive Marina Walk promenade.

Retail

Marina Mall’s retail mix is luxury-anchored, distinguishing it from Abu Dhabi’s other major malls. Luxury and premium brands include Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada, Tiffany & Co, Chopard, Rolex, Hugo Boss, and Armani Exchange. High-street anchors include H&M, Zara, Victoria’s Secret, Sephora, Marks & Spencer, Bath & Body Works, Tommy Hilfiger, MAC, and Centrepoint. A large Carrefour hypermarket serves as the daily grocery anchor. A Mercedes-Benz showroom, specialty stores including Tanagra and Gulf Greetings, and numerous bank offices and service outlets complete the retail offer. The mall’s combination of luxury brand depth and accessible high-street anchors makes it the primary shopping and leisure destination for Al Kasir and the wider western Corniche community.

Entertainment

VOX Cinemas at Marina Mall has 9 screens showing the latest Hollywood, Bollywood, and Arabic films. Magic Planet offers arcade and video games, kiddie rides, and soft play areas on the ground floor. Bounce is an indoor trampoline park with a free-jump arena, 40-metre slides, 18-metre free-fall, two slacklines, and a zip line — sessions from AED 85. Emirates Bowling Village has 28 glow-in-the-dark lanes alongside table tennis, basketball, billiards, video games, and VR headsets — bowling from AED 15/person or AED 125/lane/hour. Air Maniax is a 30,000 sq ft children’s adventure playground with soft play, ninja warrior assault course, and ziplines. One of Marina Mall’s more unusual attractions is a 15,000-year-old woolly mammoth fossil — standing 4 metres tall — displayed within the mall concourse. The mobile observatory added in 2005 provides panoramic aerial views of the Corniche and the Gulf from above the mall structure.

Dining

Marina Mall has 68 dining outlets across all levels. Restaurants range from fine dining to casual chains: Azkadenya (Lebanese and Arab cuisine), Joe’s Crab Shack (seafood), Gazebo (Indian), and an international food court. Il Forno, Petek, 1881 Restaurant, and Goldfish Sushi & Yakitori are among the named standalone restaurants. Fast food chains including Burger King, Five Guys, Galito’s, and Café Infinity are in the food court circuit. Baskin Robbins and multiple cafés round out the quick-service offer.

Practical Details

Hours: Saturday to Wednesday 10:00 AM–10:00 PM; Thursday and Friday 10:00 AM–midnight. Individual outlets may vary.

Parking: Free multi-level parking with multiple entry and exit points. Generally convenient outside of peak weekend evenings.

Access: On the Corniche breakwater road, directly adjacent to the Corniche. Bus routes 7, 32, and 34 serve Marina Mall via the Corniche Road stops. 3-minute walk from Heritage Village.

Residential Sub-Communities

Fairmont Marina Residences

Fairmont Marina Residences is the most prominent residential development on Al Kasir Island and one of Abu Dhabi’s most recognisable waterfront residential towers. The complex consists of two 39-storey towers connected by a large arch, managed by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, and developed by the National Investment Corporation (NIC). It offers 1 to 4-bedroom apartments ranging from 1,076 sq ft to 3,229 sq ft, all with unobstructed Arabian Gulf or Abu Dhabi skyline views from private balconies. Kitchens and bathrooms are fully fitted and equipped.

As the first real estate on Al Kasir Island designated as freehold and available for purchase by non-UAE nationals, Fairmont Marina Residences has an important investment profile: foreign buyers can purchase here, obtain a UAE residency visa (for purchases of AED 1M+), and participate in Fairmont’s Managed Rental Programme. As of Q3 2021 data, 1-bedroom apartments started from approximately AED 90,000 per year in rental terms, with a reported ROI of approximately 4–5%.*

Residents of Fairmont Marina Residences automatically access all hotel amenities: 4 swimming pools including an infinity pool, a spa, a private beach, on-site restaurants, a tennis court, a fitness centre, a kids’ club with indoor play area, a children’s playground, and fitness classes. Exclusive a la carte services available include personal chef, babysitter, concierge, and grocery shopping assistance.

Royal Marina Villas

Royal Marina Villas is an exclusive gated community of 4 to 6-bedroom villas developed by National Marina Real Estate Development, located on Al Kasir Island within the Marina Village master plan. Villas range from 8,000 sq ft to 20,000 sq ft. Each property features Jacuzzis, saunas, spacious balconies overlooking the ocean and marina, private swimming pools, built-in wardrobes, impeccable wooden flooring, and covered parking for two vehicles. The community has a shared clubhouse, community pool, and tennis court. Lulu Island is to the north; Al Bateen and Massnoua Island to the south. Annual rents range from AED 450,000 to AED 600,000.* ROI approximately 4–4.5%.* Sale prices from AED 15,000,000 to AED 20,500,000 (4–6BR).*

Marina Sunset Bay

Marina Sunset Bay is the newest residential development on Al Kasir Island, built by NIC and completed in 2018 — introducing 67 two-storey villas across three clusters (Shore Line, Bay View, and Hill Line) alongside over 200 apartment units. The villas are 5 to 7-bedroom, ranging from 5,931 sq ft to 9,203 sq ft. The most spacious 7-bedroom villas are positioned closest to the beach. Each villa includes terraces, balconies, private gardens, patios, pavilions, Jacuzzis, and private pools, with covered parking and garages. The development is connected to the mainland via King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street.

Heritage Village

Heritage Village — the Emirates Heritage Village — is one of Abu Dhabi’s most accessible and free-entry cultural experiences, located on the Corniche at the Breakwater, approximately 3 minutes on foot from Marina Mall and within the immediate Al Kasir / Marina Village precinct. The village is an open-air museum that recreates traditional Emirati life from the pre-oil era: a functioning blacksmith’s shop, a pottery workshop, a glass-blowing studio, a traditional Bedouin tent, a falaj (traditional irrigation water channel), and examples of traditional Emirati architecture in coral stone and wood. Monthly cultural festivals and regular events are held throughout the year. Marina Walk and the adjoining dining promenade run alongside the heritage site, providing the contrast between living culture and modern waterfront dining.

Abu Dhabi Sailing & Yacht Club

The Abu Dhabi Sailing & Yacht Club is located on the breakwater adjacent to the Al Kasir residential community, approximately 5 minutes from Fairmont Marina Residences. The club is Abu Dhabi’s principal venue for competitive and recreational sailing, yacht berthing, and watersports. It hosts national and international regattas and is the base for Abu Dhabi’s competitive sailing community. For Al Kasir residents — particularly those in Royal Marina Villas and Fairmont Marina Residences with marina views — proximity to the club provides a lifestyle dimension that waterfront communities without dedicated sailing infrastructure cannot offer. The club also runs sailing courses and has yacht charter options for members and guests.

Breakwater Promenade and Waterfront

The Corniche breakwater promenade running along the edge of Al Kasir is one of Abu Dhabi’s most praised walking and jogging routes. Facing south across the water toward the Abu Dhabi skyline, the promenade offers one of the most unobstructed and expansive views of the city’s skyline available from any residential area in the capital. The promenade is lined with palm trees, has dedicated cycling lanes and walking paths, and is particularly animated at sunset when the skyline catches the evening light. Several benches and seating areas face the city view. At weekends and during the winter months (October to April), the breakwater promenade is one of Abu Dhabi’s most popular outdoor destinations for residents and visitors alike. The waterway between the breakwater and the inner Corniche — enclosing Lulu Island — provides calm, sheltered water that the Sailing Club uses for training and that draws kayakers and paddleboarders.

Dining on Al Kasir

Al Kasir’s dining scene spans from the 68 restaurants of Marina Mall (see above) to waterfront-facing restaurants along the Marina Walk promenade. Standalone dining options near the breakwater and Marina Walk include Huqqabaz (Middle Eastern in a stylish setting), People’s Restaurant (Mediterranean seafood, sea views), and various cafés and casual outlets along the marina promenade. For premium dining, Fairmont Marina Residences has The Flame Steakhouse within its resort grounds. The full restaurant circuit of Al Ras Al Akhdar — including the Michelin-starred venues of Emirates Palace (Talea, Hakkasan) and the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers restaurants — is approximately 10 minutes by car, extending Al Kasir’s effective fine dining access considerably.

Shopping and Daily Convenience

Marina Mall is the primary shopping destination for Al Kasir residents, with Carrefour hypermarket providing the daily grocery circuit. Souq Planet — Abu Dhabi’s first digital supermarket (order online, collect in store) — is approximately 9 minutes from the community via 1st St/Corniche Road. Seven Emirates Supermarket provides a closer convenience option. For premium grocery (Waitrose), the Etihad Towers location is approximately 10 minutes away. Marina Mall also has a full range of bank offices, pharmacies, and service businesses, making it a one-stop daily needs hub for the residential community without requiring a drive into the main city.

Healthcare

The nearest healthcare facilities to Al Kasir are primarily in the adjacent Al Khubeirah and Al Bateen districts, accessible within 10–15 minutes. IVI Middle East Fertility Clinic is approximately 5 minutes from the community via Al Kasir Street. Linde Sleep and Respiratory Care Centre is also 5 minutes away. ZO Skin Centre by Zein Obagi MD (aesthetic medicine) is approximately 15 minutes. Harley Street Medical Centre on King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street in Al Kasir Island is listed among the closest primary care options. For hospital-level care: Novomed Primary Healthcare Centre is on King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street in Al Bateen. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi on Al Maryah Island is approximately 20 minutes. NMC Royal Women’s Hospital is accessible within the broader catchment.

Schools and Nurseries

Al Kasir is not primarily a family residential community in the conventional school-catchment sense — its schools are accessed from adjacent districts. British Orchard Nursery (EYFS, in Al Bateen) is within approximately 15 minutes. Redwood Montessori, Summit International School, and the Iranian School are all within 15 minutes by car. For primary and secondary schooling, American Community School of Abu Dhabi (ACS) in Al Khalidiyah is approximately 15 minutes. The German International School (Al Zaab) is approximately 17 minutes. Emirates College of Technology is 12 minutes; HCT Abu Dhabi Women’s Campus and Abu Dhabi University are within the broader catchment. For most families in Al Kasir, the residential schools circuit mirrors that of the Al Ras Al Akhdar and Al Bateen communities to the south.

Getting Around

By Car

Al Kasir is connected to the mainland by King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street and Al Marsa Street, which link directly to the Corniche Road. The Corniche Road connects east and west across the entire waterfront, providing fast access to all central Abu Dhabi districts. Most villa properties include private garages; Fairmont Marina Residences has dedicated resident parking. Marina Mall provides free visitor parking. Typical journey times: central Abu Dhabi city approximately 10–15 minutes; Emirates Palace approximately 10 minutes; Qasr Al Watan approximately 15 minutes; Saadiyat Island approximately 20–25 minutes; Abu Dhabi International Airport approximately 30–35 minutes; Dubai approximately 90 minutes via E11.

By Bus

Public transport serving Al Kasir is limited. Confirmed by Moovit (primary transit data):

Route 26: Stops at Al Kasir. Journey from Al Kasir to Sultan Bin Zayed St / Dihan Street takes approximately 34 minutes; frequency every 30 minutes.

Routes 7, 32, and 34: Serve Marina Mall via Corniche Road bus stops, and are the main city connections for reaching the broader Abu Dhabi bus network from Al Kasir / Marina Mall.

Given the isolated peninsula character of Al Kasir, taxis and ride-hailing services (Careem, Uber) are the primary recommended transport for most journeys beyond the immediate Marina Mall catchment. Hafilat card: AED 2/journey on city routes. Real-time schedules: AdMobility app (admobility.gov.ae) and Darbi (darbi.itc.gov.ae).

Rental Prices

Al Kasir is one of Abu Dhabi’s most expensive residential communities, reflecting its waterfront position, luxury specifications, and limited supply.*

Fairmont Marina Residences (Apartments)

1-bedroom apartments (from 1,076 sq ft): From approximately AED 90,000 per year (market research, Q3 2021 figures)*

2-bedroom apartments: From approximately AED 125,000+ per year*

ROI: Approximately 4–5%*

Royal Marina Villas (4–6BR, 8,000–20,000 sq ft)

Annual rent range: AED 450,000 to AED 600,000 per year*

ROI: Approximately 4–4.5%*

Sale prices: From AED 15,000,000 (4BR) to AED 20,500,000 (6BR)*

Marina Sunset Bay (5–7BR Villas, 5,931–9,203 sq ft)

Contact Address Point Properties for current availability and pricing.*

Investment

Fairmont Marina Residences is the most investment-accessible property on Al Kasir for non-UAE nationals, with designated freehold status, a Managed Rental Programme operated by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, and an expected ROI of approximately 4–7% (Q3 2021 through 2023 market estimates).* The hotel management model removes day-to-day property management from the owner and provides access to Fairmont’s global booking platform.* Royal Marina Villas offers very limited supply (high-specification 4–6BR villas) at stable but premium rentals.* Contact Address Point Properties for current sale and rental availability.*

Who Lives in Al Kasir

Al Kasir’s resident community is small, selective, and consistent with the profile of Abu Dhabi’s most prestigious waterfront addresses. Senior diplomatic and corporate professionals; executives in the energy, finance, and government sectors; long-stay business travellers and families connected to the Fairmont’s managed residences programme; and UAE national families in the original villa stock form the core community. The relatively small number of residential units — compared to large-scale apartment districts like Al Reem Island or Al Khalidiyah — means the community is tight-knit, with a stable, low-turnover resident base. The proximity to Marina Mall, the Heritage Village, and the walking promenade with its skyline views creates a daily community life anchored in outdoor activity and leisure rather than the urban density of the inner city.

Frequently Asked Questions — Al Kasir

What is Marina Mall and what does it offer?

Marina Mall is one of Abu Dhabi’s oldest and most established shopping malls, opened on 28 March 2001 on the Corniche breakwater. It spans 5 floors and 122,000 sqm of retail space with 400+ stores. Luxury brands include Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada, Tiffany & Co, Chopard, and Rolex. High-street: H&M, Zara, Sephora, Marks & Spencer. Carrefour hypermarket. Mercedes-Benz showroom. 68 restaurants. Entertainment: VOX Cinemas (9 screens); Bounce (trampoline park from AED 85); Emirates Bowling Village (28 glow-in-the-dark lanes; from AED 15/person); Magic Planet (arcade, kiddie rides); Air Maniax (30,000 sqft adventure playground); mobile observatory. A 15,000-year-old woolly mammoth fossil (4m tall) is on display within the mall. Free parking. Hours: Sat–Wed 10am–10pm; Thu–Fri 10am–midnight.

Is Al Kasir freehold?

Al Kasir has mixed ownership status depending on the specific development.* Fairmont Marina Residences is explicitly designated as freehold and is confirmed as open to non-UAE national buyers — it was described by its developer as “the first real estate on Al Kasir Island available for purchase by foreigners.” Buyers of AED 1M+ can obtain a UAE residency visa under applicable federal legislation.* Other parts of Al Kasir, including most villa developments, are primarily leasehold with purchase restricted to UAE nationals.* Prospective buyers must independently verify current eligibility per specific property with the relevant Abu Dhabi authority and obtain independent legal advice.* Contact Address Point Properties for current guidance.*

What residential developments are on Al Kasir?

Al Kasir has three main residential sub-communities. Fairmont Marina Residences (freehold; two 39-storey towers connected by arch; 1–4BR apartments, 1,076–3,229 sq ft; managed by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; pools, spa, private beach, tennis; rents from AED 90k/year*). Royal Marina Villas (gated; 4–6BR villas, 8,000–20,000 sq ft; saunas, Jacuzzis, private pools, Marina views; rents AED 450k–600k/year*; sale from AED 15M–20.5M*). Marina Sunset Bay (by NIC, 2018; 67 villas 5–7BR, 5,931–9,203 sq ft; 3 clusters: Shore Line, Bay View, Hill Line; private pools, gardens, Jacuzzis; plus 200+ apartments).

What bus routes serve Al Kasir?

Al Kasir is served by Route 26 (stops at Al Kasir; approximately 34-minute journey to Sultan Bin Zayed St/Dihan Street; frequency every 30 minutes). Routes 7, 32, and 34 serve Marina Mall via the Corniche Road bus stops and provide connections to the broader Abu Dhabi city network. Given the isolated peninsula character of Al Kasir, taxis and ride-hailing services (Careem, Uber) are the most practical transport for most residents. Real-time schedules: AdMobility app (admobility.gov.ae) and Darbi (darbi.itc.gov.ae). Hafilat card: AED 2/journey.

What is Heritage Village?

Heritage Village (Emirates Heritage Village) is a free-entry open-air museum on the Corniche Breakwater, 3 minutes on foot from Marina Mall. It recreates traditional Emirati village life from the pre-oil era: a blacksmith’s shop, pottery workshop, glass-blowing studio, traditional Bedouin tent, falaj water channel, and traditional coral-stone architecture. Monthly cultural festivals and regular events are held throughout the year. Resident families in Al Kasir use it regularly as an after-school and weekend cultural destination — one of the few living heritage experiences in central Abu Dhabi that is genuinely walkable from a residential community.

What are rental prices in Al Kasir?

Al Kasir is among Abu Dhabi’s most expensive residential markets due to limited stock, waterfront position, and luxury specifications.* Fairmont Marina Residences: 1BR from approximately AED 90,000/year; 2BR from AED 125,000+; ROI approximately 4–5%.* Royal Marina Villas: 4–6BR villas AED 450,000–600,000/year; ROI 4–4.5%.*  Marina Sunset Bay (5–7BR villas): contact Address Point Properties for current pricing.* All figures are indicative from market research and subject to change.*

What makes Al Kasir different from Al Ras Al Akhdar?

Al Ras Al Akhdar to the south (across the breakwater) is primarily an institutional and government-hotel zone — home to Emirates Palace, Qasr Al Watan, the Founders Memorial, and Etihad Towers, with very limited residential stock. Al Kasir is a genuine residential waterfront community with multiple villa developments, apartment towers, and a community lifestyle built around Marina Mall and Heritage Village. The two peninsulas are distinct in character: Al Ras Al Akhdar is Abu Dhabi’s most prestigious landmark district; Al Kasir is its most liveable luxury waterfront residential community. Both share the same access road and approximately 10-minute proximity to each other by car.*

What is the Abu Dhabi Sailing & Yacht Club?

The Abu Dhabi Sailing & Yacht Club is located on the breakwater adjacent to the Al Kasir residential community — approximately 5 minutes by car from Fairmont Marina Residences. It is Abu Dhabi’s principal sailing and competitive watersports venue, hosting national and international regattas and serving as the base for the emirate’s competitive sailing community. The club offers yacht berthing, sailing courses, and yacht charter services for members and guests. The protected inner waterway between Al Kasir and the Corniche facing the club is used for training and provides recreational kayaking and paddleboarding. For residents of Al Kasir, the immediate proximity of a professional sailing club is one of the community’s most distinctive lifestyle assets — unusual in Abu Dhabi’s central residential market.

Summary

Al Kasir is a prestigious waterfront breakwater peninsula on Abu Dhabi’s western Corniche — connected to the mainland via King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street and Al Marsa Street; separated from Al Ras Al Akhdar by a breakwater; neighboured by Al Khubeirah, Al Bateen, and Marina Village. Three residential sub-communities: Fairmont Marina Residences (freehold; two 39-storey towers; 1–4BR 1,076–3,229 sq ft; Fairmont-managed; pools, spa, private beach; rents from AED 90k*; ROI 4–5%*); Royal Marina Villas (4–6BR 8,000–20,000 sq ft; private pools, saunas, Jacuzzis; rents AED 450k–600k*; ROI 4–4.5%*; sale from AED 15M–20.5M*); Marina Sunset Bay (NIC, 2018; 67 villas 5–7BR 5,931–9,203 sq ft; 200+ apartments). Marina Mall: opened 28 March 2001; 5 floors; 122,000 sqm; 400+ stores; VOX Cinemas (9 screens); Bounce (from AED 85); Emirates Bowling Village (28 lanes); Magic Planet; Air Maniax; Carrefour; Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada, Tiffany & Co; 68 restaurants; free parking; Sat–Wed 10am–10pm; Thu–Fri 10am–midnight; mammoth fossil on display. Heritage Village: free; 3-min walk from Marina Mall; traditional Emirati crafts, blacksmith, pottery, glass-blowing, Bedouin tent, falaj; monthly festivals. Abu Dhabi Sailing & Yacht Club: on breakwater. Bus Route 26 stops at Al Kasir (~34 min to Sultan Bin Zayed St); Routes 7, 32, 34 at Marina Mall. Taxis recommended. Airport 30–35 min. Emirates Palace 10 min. Mixed ownership: Fairmont Marina Residences freehold; most villa areas leasehold — verify per property.*

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