Addax Port Office Tower — City of Lights, Al Reem Island

Overview

Addax Port Office Tower is Al Reem Island‘s defining Grade A commercial skyscraper. Standing at 266 metres above City of Lights, it is one of the tallest buildings in Abu Dhabi and the first purpose-built 100% commercial tower on the island. Developed by Mismak Properties and completed in 2014, the tower was designed to set a new benchmark for corporate office space in the UAE capital.

The tower spans 51 office floors above a six-level podium car park and three basement levels, with a combined lettable area of approximately 1,055,000 square feet. Its column-free floor plates — each up to 17,696 square feet — give occupiers maximum flexibility to configure space for open-plan, cellular, or hybrid working arrangements. The striking all-glass and aluminium facade ensures that every floor enjoys panoramic views across the Arabian Gulf and Abu Dhabi’s skyline.

Addax Port Office Tower is home to a diverse mix of occupiers, from Abu Dhabi-based government-linked entities and multinational corporations to professional services firms, financial institutions, and technology companies. The building is suitable for ADGM-registered companies and is widely regarded as one of the island’s most prestigious commercial addresses. Enquiries about available units can be directed to Address Point Properties.

Location and Connectivity

Addax Port Office Tower sits within City of Lights, the mixed-use precinct at the northern end of Al Reem Island. The tower is positioned on the City of Lights waterfront promenade, directly overlooking a scenic mangrove channel and offering clear sightlines across the Gulf. Abu Dhabi’s central business district lies approximately one kilometre away — reachable by car in under five minutes via the Al Reem Island bridges.

The surrounding neighbourhood combines commercial density with residential convenience. Neighbouring towers such as Horizon Towers and Hydra Avenue bring thousands of residents to the immediate vicinity, creating a built-in lunchtime and after-work catchment for ground-floor retail and dining. Further west, the Shams Abu Dhabi district links City of Lights to Reem’s established waterfront community.

Key travel times from the tower: approximately five minutes to Abu Dhabi’s CBD, ten minutes to Saadiyat Island, fifteen minutes to Al Raha Beach, and twenty minutes to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Dubai is reachable in around seventy minutes via the E11 highway, with convenient access from the City of Lights slip roads.

Office Types and Specifications

Shell-and-Core Offices

Shell-and-core units are delivered in a base condition — structurally complete with central air conditioning, raised floors, and ceiling grids in place, but without fit-out. Occupiers install their own partitions, finishes, and branded fit-out to precise specifications. Typical shell-and-core sizes in the tower range from approximately 1,500 to 2,000 square feet for individual units, with full floor plates available at approximately 17,696 square feet.

Fitted Offices

Fitted offices are delivered with workstations, partitioned meeting rooms, pantries, bathrooms, and reception areas already installed. They are ready for immediate occupation and are the preferred choice for occupiers seeking a fast move-in without a fit-out programme. Individual fitted units typically range from 1,500 to 2,000 square feet. Some fitted units include furnishings, high-speed internet infrastructure, and conference room equipment.

Full-Floor Offices

Full-floor tenancies offer the highest level of exclusivity and are most commonly taken by larger corporations, government-linked entities, and multinationals requiring a consolidated headquarters floor. Each typical floor plate covers approximately 17,696 square feet and can accommodate substantial headcounts in open-plan configurations. Fitted full floors include designated bathrooms, conference facilities, and pantries on each level.

Retail and Ground-Floor Units

The lower levels of Addax Port Office Tower include retail units and food and beverage outlets. These spaces serve the tower’s daily working population of thousands of occupants and staff, as well as visitors from neighbouring residential buildings. A variety of cafes, restaurants, and convenience services operate from the ground floor.

Building Specifications

Addax Port Office Tower comprises three basement levels, a ground floor, six podium parking levels, and 51 office floors above the podium — totalling over 60 levels in all. The building stands 266 metres tall and is constructed from reinforced post-tensioned concrete, with an aluminium and glass curtain-wall facade. More than 1,100 parking spaces are distributed across the basement and podium levels, with an allocation of approximately one bay per 800 square feet of lettable space.

The tower is equipped with over 20 high-speed passenger lifts, split across low-zone and high-zone banks serving floors up to the 30th and 31st floor upwards respectively. The lobby features a double-height atrium entrance with a concierge desk and 24-hour security. Building management systems control central air conditioning, fire suppression, and access control throughout. Backup generators ensure uninterrupted power supply to all floors.

Facilities and Amenities

The rooftop of Addax Port Office Tower is home to swimming pools, a Jacuzzi, two fully equipped gyms, and a sauna — an unusually generous amenity offering for a purely commercial building. These facilities are available to building occupants and are managed by the building’s facilities team. The combination of leisure and fitness amenities on-site supports occupier wellbeing programmes and helps attract tenants seeking a premium working environment.

The tower’s ground and podium levels house prayer rooms for male and female staff, accessible bathroom facilities, and a central lobby cafe. The City of Lights promenade directly outside the main entrance is a popular destination for workers during lunch breaks, with benches, waterfront walking paths, and views across the mangrove channel.

Additional building features include: 24-hour manned security with CCTV monitoring, on-site maintenance staff, concierge services, building management reception, and visitor parking on the perimeter street. The tower also supports ADGM licence holders, making it a natural home for regulated financial services businesses operating under the Abu Dhabi Global Market framework.

On-Site Retail and Nearby Dining

Ground-floor units within the tower include cafes and quick-service food outlets, with La Maison Gateau among the established operators serving the building’s daily workforce. Within a two-minute walk, Carrefour and Spar supermarkets serve both office workers and the residential population of the wider City of Lights precinct. Shams Boutik Mall is approximately a five-minute walk away, offering additional retail, dining, and banking facilities.

For a broader retail and dining offer, Reem Mall is reachable on foot in under ten minutes in favourable weather, or a short drive at any time. The Galleria Al Maryah Island — Abu Dhabi’s premium luxury retail destination — is approximately five minutes by car, making it a viable option for client entertainment and after-work dining.

Education

Schools

Repton School Abu Dhabi and Nord Anglia International School are both located on Al Reem Island and are among the most sought-after British curriculum schools in the emirate. Both are within a short drive of City of Lights, making the area highly relevant to professionals with school-age children who prefer to combine a workplace near the CBD with proximity to top-tier schooling.

Higher Education

Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi is also on Al Reem Island, providing postgraduate and undergraduate education within the community. NYU Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Island is approximately ten minutes away by car, while the Sorbonne campus at Paris-Sorbonne Abu Dhabi further strengthens the island’s academic standing.

Healthcare

On the Island

Reem Hospital is a full-service private hospital on Al Reem Island offering emergency care, specialist consultations, maternity, and a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services. Burjeel Day Surgery Centre on Reem provides outpatient surgical and diagnostic services from a specialist team.

Nearby

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi on Al Maryah Island is one of the region’s most advanced multi-specialty hospitals, approximately five to eight minutes from the tower by car. NMC Royal Hospital on the mainland also offers comprehensive specialist care within a short drive.

Transport and Accessibility

Addax Port Office Tower benefits from a direct roundabout driveway with taxi and private car drop-off at the main entrance. Public bus routes 65 and 67 serve the tower with stops approximately one to three minutes on foot. The nearby Al Rayfah Street / Al Reem City of Lights bus stop is the primary public transport node, connecting the tower to Abu Dhabi’s main bus station and wider route network.

The tower is accessible from Abu Dhabi’s ring road system via the Al Reem Island bridges, which link directly to Airport Road and Sheikh Zayed Road. For commuters from Dubai or the Northern Emirates, the highway on-ramp is less than five minutes from the tower entrance. Covered parking in the basement and podium accommodates over 1,100 vehicles, and visitor parking is available on adjacent streets.

Nearby Attractions and Leisure

Parks and Outdoors

The City of Lights waterfront promenade at the foot of the tower is a daily destination for workers taking lunchtime walks, cycling, or simply enjoying views of the mangroves. Reem Central Park — the island’s flagship green space — is a short drive away, with jogging tracks, playgrounds, and landscaped gardens spread over 2.6 kilometres of waterfront. Snow Abu Dhabi, an indoor snow attraction inside Reem Mall, is also within easy reach for weekend activities.

Cultural and Entertainment

Abu Dhabi’s cultural flagship, Louvre Abu Dhabi, is approximately fifteen minutes away on Saadiyat Island. Corniche Beach — the city’s iconic seven-kilometre public shoreline — is reachable in under ten minutes by car. Both are popular after-work and weekend destinations for the island’s working population.

Office Sale Prices

Based on listings current at the time of writing*, individual office units in Addax Port Office Tower range from approximately AED 1,400,000* for shell-and-core spaces to AED 3,100,000* and above for fully fitted offices of 1,500–2,000 square feet. Larger fitted offices and premium high-floor units can exceed AED 5,000,000*. Full-floor transactions are priced significantly higher, reflecting their total area of approximately 17,893 square feet.

Prices vary considerably based on floor level, fit-out condition, view orientation, and the number of included parking bays. Shell-and-core offices on lower floors represent the most accessible entry price point, while fully fitted, furnished, and high-floor units command the highest premiums. For specific unit pricing and availability, contact Address Point Properties.

Office Rental Prices

Rental rates in Addax Port Office Tower reflect the tower’s Grade A status and central position within City of Lights. Shell-and-core offices start from approximately AED 85,000* per annum for units in the 1,500–1,800 square foot range. Fitted and ready-to-occupy offices in the same size bracket typically range from AED 128,000* to AED 230,000* per annum, depending on floor level, condition, and furnishing. Premium fully furnished fitted offices on high floors have been listed at up to AED 400,000* per annum.

Full-floor rentals are transacted at significantly higher levels reflecting the total area, and are typically negotiated directly between landlords and institutional occupiers. Lease terms generally range from one to three years, with payment structures ranging from one to four cheques annually depending on the landlord. For rental listings and viewing arrangements, enquire through Address Point Properties.

Investment Case

Addax Port Office Tower occupies a scarce position in Abu Dhabi’s commercial real estate market: it is the first and only dedicated commercial tower on Al Reem Island, and one of the city’s tallest office buildings. This combination of height, landmark status, and exclusivity supports its long-term positioning as a premium address for domestic and international occupiers.

Al Reem Island’s commercial market has matured steadily since the island opened to development, with the resident and working population growing in parallel with the completion of major residential projects including Horizon Towers, Hydra Avenue, and the ongoing expansion of Marina Square. This growing catchment supports ground-floor retail and dining occupancy within the tower, adding a mixed-use income dimension for building owners.

Investors in fitted office units benefit from Abu Dhabi’s absence of personal income tax and capital gains tax, and from the island’s freehold ownership status for all nationalities. ADGM eligibility makes the tower particularly attractive for financial services and professional services investors who value a prestigious regulated-environment address. Gross rental yields for individual office units have been indicated at up to 7.59% per annum* for the wider Addax Port precinct, though actual returns will vary by unit and market conditions.

Comparable Commercial Buildings on Al Reem Island

Addax Port Office Tower has no direct equivalent on Al Reem Island — it remains the island’s only 100% commercial skyscraper. The nearest commercial alternatives are found in the wider City of Lights precinct, including mixed-use towers with office podiums, and in Marina Square, where towers such as Tala Tower include commercial units alongside residential floors.

For occupiers comparing costs against more established commercial districts, the tower competes primarily with Grade A office space on Al Maryah Island — home to Abu Dhabi Global Market Square — and the Abu Dhabi CBD towers on Corniche Road. Addax Port typically offers a moderate cost advantage over Al Maryah Island prime stock while delivering comparable or superior specifications, and benefits from significantly lower congestion than the CBD. The Reem Island community guide provides further context on the island’s broader commercial and residential character.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of building is Addax Port Office Tower?

Addax Port Office Tower is a Grade A commercial office skyscraper located in the City of Lights precinct on Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi. It is entirely dedicated to commercial use — there are no residential apartments in the building. The tower offers shell-and-core offices, fitted offices, full-floor office suites, and ground-floor retail units. It is freehold and open to purchase by all nationalities, making it one of the few fully commercial freehold towers in Abu Dhabi outside the central business district. ADGM-registered companies are eligible to operate from the tower, which makes it a relevant option for regulated financial services and professional services firms seeking an Al Reem Island base.

Who developed Addax Port Office Tower?

Addax Port Office Tower was developed by Mismak Properties and delivered in 2014. The tower was engineered as a landmark commercial project designed to meet the demand for large-format Grade A office space from Abu Dhabi’s growing base of multinational corporations and government-linked entities. Mismak Properties positioned the tower as the centrepiece of the wider Addax Port development in City of Lights, which also includes associated commercial buildings in the immediate precinct.

How many floors does Addax Port Office Tower have?

Addax Port Office Tower has 51 commercial office floors above a six-level podium car park, with three additional basement levels below ground, bringing the total to over 60 levels. The building stands 266 metres tall, making it one of Abu Dhabi’s tallest towers. The tower is equipped with more than 20 high-speed lifts divided between low-zone and high-zone banks, providing fast vertical transport across all floors.

What office sizes are available in Addax Tower?

Individual office units typically range from approximately 1,500 to 2,000 square feet for standard shell-and-core and fitted units. Full floor plates cover approximately 17,696 square feet each and are available for single-occupier tenancy or purchase. The column-free design of each floor plate makes the space highly flexible — suitable for open-plan configurations, cellular offices, or hybrid arrangements. For specific available units and floor plans, contact Address Point Properties.

What is the parking situation at Addax Tower?

Addax Port Office Tower provides over 1,100 parking spaces across its three basement levels and six podium floors. Parking is allocated at approximately one bay per 800 square feet of lettable space, which is a competitive ratio for Abu Dhabi’s commercial market. Additional visitor parking is available on the surrounding streets. Unlike many commercial towers in the Abu Dhabi CBD, where parking is constrained and often charged separately, the generous provision at Addax Port is considered a meaningful operational advantage for large occupiers.

What amenities are available to office occupants?

Despite being a purely commercial building, Addax Port Office Tower offers a notably comprehensive amenity package. The rooftop houses swimming pools, a Jacuzzi, two fully equipped gyms, and a sauna. Ground-level facilities include prayer rooms for male and female staff, accessible bathrooms, a concierge desk, and a cafe. The tower’s immediate surroundings include Carrefour and Spar supermarkets within a two-minute walk, multiple cafes and restaurants on the ground floor, and direct access to the City of Lights promenade for outdoor breaks.

Is Addax Tower suitable for ADGM-registered companies?

Yes. Addax Port Office Tower is one of the commercial buildings on Al Reem Island where ADGM-registered companies can be based. The Abu Dhabi Global Market is the international financial centre established in Abu Dhabi, operating under a common-law framework and offering financial services licences, corporate structuring solutions, and regulatory authorisations to firms operating across the region. Addax Tower’s Grade A specification, City of Lights address, and Island proximity to Al Maryah Island — where ADGM Square is located — make it a natural fit for regulated firms.

What are the current office sale prices in Addax Tower?

Based on current listings*, individual shell-and-core offices start from approximately AED 1,400,000* for units in the 1,500–2,000 square foot range. Fully fitted individual offices in the same size bracket are generally listed from AED 1,900,000* to AED 3,100,000*, depending on floor level, furnishing, and condition. Full-floor units are priced significantly higher. All figures are indicative and subject to change — contact Address Point Properties for current availability and pricing.

What is the annual rental range for offices in Addax Tower?

Shell-and-core offices in Addax Port Office Tower are currently listed for rent from approximately AED 85,000* per annum for 1,500–1,800 square foot units. Fitted and ready-to-occupy offices in the same range are typically priced between AED 128,000* and AED 230,000* per annum. Premium fully furnished high-floor offices have been listed at up to AED 400,000* per annum. Full-floor rental terms are negotiated separately. Contact Address Point Properties for specific listings, floor levels, and available lease structures.

How does Addax Tower compare to Al Maryah Island offices?

Addax Port Office Tower offers a City of Lights address on Al Reem Island rather than the Al Maryah Island core financial district. In practical terms, this means the tower is a five-to-ten minute drive from ADGM Square, the key hub for regulated financial services in Abu Dhabi. For occupiers who value Grade A specification and prestige without the premium typically associated with Al Maryah Island, Addax Port often provides competitive pricing, comparable facilities, and better parking ratios. The freehold status and ADGM eligibility of the tower make it particularly relevant for firms weighing up office ownership versus leasing in the capital.

What transport options are available near Addax Tower?

Public bus routes 65 and 67 both serve Addax Port Office Tower with stops one to three minutes on foot from the main entrance. The Al Rayfah Street / Al Reem City of Lights bus stop is the primary node, connecting to Abu Dhabi’s main bus station. Private car, taxis, and ride-hailing services are readily available at the main driveway. For broader connectivity, the Al Reem Island road network links directly to Airport Road and the E11 highway — providing fast access to Abu Dhabi’s CBD, Saadiyat Island, Al Raha Beach, and beyond. A full guide to the City of Lights precinct, including transport and connectivity, is available on Address Point Properties.

What retail and dining is available near Addax Tower?

Ground-floor cafes and food outlets serve the tower’s daily working population. Carrefour and Spar are a two-minute walk away. Shams Boutik Mall is five minutes on foot, offering retail, banking, and dining in a waterfront setting. Reem Mall — Al Reem Island’s major shopping and entertainment destination, housing Snow Abu Dhabi — is under ten minutes on foot in good weather. For premium dining and luxury retail, The Galleria Al Maryah Island is five minutes by car.

Summary

Addax Port Office Tower is Al Reem Island’s sole dedicated commercial skyscraper and one of Abu Dhabi’s most recognisable Grade A office addresses. At 266 metres and over 1,055,000 square feet of column-free office space, it offers scale, prestige, and flexibility that is difficult to replicate elsewhere on the island. The combination of rooftop leisure facilities, 1,100-plus parking spaces, ADGM eligibility, and a waterfront promenade location makes it suitable for occupiers ranging from individual professional services practitioners to global multinationals seeking an Abu Dhabi headquarters.

For buyers, the freehold structure and absence of residential competition for commercial stock position Addax Port as a genuine long-term commercial asset. For tenants, Grade A fit-out availability and competitive lease terms relative to Al Maryah Island make it an operationally sound choice within Abu Dhabi’s evolving office market. Contact Address Point Properties for current listings, viewing arrangements, and further information on available units.

* All price figures are indicative only, sourced from market listings on third party platforms like Bayut and PropertyFinder and current at time of writing. Actual transaction prices, rents, and returns may differ. All property decisions should be made with independent legal and financial advice.