Akala Hotel & Residences by Arada is a 50-storey development under construction at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The project combines residential and hotel concepts.
Akala Hotel & Residences DIFC by Arada embodies a modern approach to design: curved facade, panoramic windows, carefully considered zoning, premium finishes using natural stone, wood and metal. The interiors of the apartments at Akala Hotel & Residences by Arada are realised in light colours with accents on soft textures and minimalist style.
Akala Hotel & Residences DIFC by Arada features 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments as well as 5-bedroom penthouses. They range in size from 1036 sqft (96 m²) to 6257 sqft (581 m²). All these properties at Dubai International Financial Centre have spacious balconies, fully equipped kitchens, storage areas and laundry facilities. The penthouses occupy the top floors and offer panoramic views of the cityscape.
The 30th floor features a panoramic swimming pool with Jacuzzi areas, fitness centre, juice bar and lounge. Residents also gain access to Akala Spa, a club area with business suites, cigar room and whisky lounge. For families with children, there are game rooms, pools and a cinema room. There is a rooftop Asian restaurant, a Mediterranean bar and a café run by a Michelin chef. Residents automatically gain access to the Akala Privilege programme, a premium service system with an extended list of privileges and services.
Developer Arada is offering an interest-free 60/40 payment plan with a down payment of 10% for buying this property in Dubai. Akala Hotel & Residences DIFC by Arada is scheduled for completion in Q4 2029.
Luxury 1 to 5-Bedroom
Apartments by Arada
for Sale at DIFC, Dubai
Akala Hotel & Residences by Arada is a new residential project at DIFC, combining apartments and the amenities of a five-star hotel. Residents have access to a swimming pool, spa, city view restaurants and exclusive club services in Dubai's prestigious neighborhood.
60/40
Payment Plan
Q4 2029
Handover
AED 3,799,000
Starting Price
Arada Akala Hotel & Residences 1 at DIFC
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1-Bedroom
2-Bedroom
3-Bedroom
4-Bedroom
5-Bedroom
1-Bedroom Apartment
FROM AED 3,799,000 ($1,034,300)
Total Area: 1036 sqft (96 m²)
2-Bedroom Apartment
FROM AED 5,999,000 ($1,633,300)
Total Area: 1556 sqft (145 m²)
3-Bedroom Apartment
FROM AED 12,888,000 ($3,508,900)
Total Area: 2587 sqft (240 m²)
4-Bedroom Apartment
FROM AED 18,999,000 ($5,172,700)
Total Area: 3648 sqft (339 m²)
5-Bedroom Penthouse
FROM AED 33,888,000 ($9,226,400)
Total Area: 6257 sqft (581 m²)
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Property Location
is DIFC
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is not only a world-class business hub, but also a fully developed urban environment with all the necessary infrastructure for life. DIFC is located in the central part of the city, between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Sa'ada Street, in close proximity to Downtown Dubai. The journey to Dubai International Airport takes about 15 minutes and Dubai Marina is no more than 20 minutes away. The area is conveniently connected to the rest of the city thanks to two metro stations — Financial Centre and Emirates Towers.
The main advantage of DIFC is the combination of business infrastructure with residential, gastronomic and cultural infrastructure. The district is accredited as a separate legal zone with independent legal regulation and English law, making it attractive to international corporations, legal and financial institutions. More than 3,000 companies, including banks, investment funds, consulting agencies and insurance organisations, do business here.
DIFC's infrastructure includes the Gate Avenue shopping and restaurant complex with dozens of boutiques, galleries, food shops and cafes. It is also home to the Dubai International Art Centre, as well as Opera Gallery, Andakulova Gallery, and Leila Heller Gallery, representing both regional and international art. Residents have access to grocery supermarkets (Waitrose, Spinneys), dry cleaners, fitness centres, beauty salons and pharmacies.
The neighbourhood is known for its high gastronomic scene: restaurants Zuma, Gaia, LPM Restaurant & Bar, Cipriani, Amazonico, Nusret are among the most popular in Dubai. DIFC is also a regular venue for festivals, exhibitions, art installations and business events.
Educational facilities are available for families, such as the international Hummingbird Nursery, as well as many language and vocational centres. Medical services are available at international standard clinics including Harley Street Medical Centre and specialist diagnostic centres.
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Why Invest in Real Estate
at DIFC?
DIFC is not only a financial centre, but also a zone with developed infrastructure, offering investors unique opportunities. Due to the free economic zone status, investors benefit from 100% foreign ownership, no income tax and no capital repatriation, and access to an international legal system based on English common law.
The average rental yield on apartments at DIFC is around 5.1%, making it one of the most lucrative areas for property investment in Dubai. Particularly attractive are 1-bedroom apartments, which can yield up to 6.5%.
The location of Akala Hotel & Residences by Arada at DIFC ensures high rental demand, especially among professionals in the financial sector and international companies. The proximity to key transport hubs, including the Financial Centre and Emirates Towers metro stations, as well as the city's major attractions, makes the property at Akala Hotel & Residences DIFC by Arada attractive to both tenants and investors.
Thus, investing in apartments at Akala Hotel & Residences DIFC by Arada is a balanced combination of stable returns, high demand and strategic location. This makes this project a sought-after choice for investors seeking long-term returns and investment in premium property in Dubai.
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Where will Akala Hotel & Residences by Arada be built?
The residential development will be built at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
What property formats will be available at Akala Hotel & Residences by Arada?
The project will feature 1-4 bedroom apartments as well as 5-bedroom penthouses. These properties at Dubai International Financial Centre start from 1036 sqft (96 m²).
How much will the apartments at Akala Hotel & Residences by Arada cost?
The starting price for a 1-bedroom apartment is AED 3,799,000 ($1,034,300).
What are the amenities at Akala Hotel & Residences by Arada?
Owners of this property in Dubai will have access to a panoramic pool on the 30th floor, hot and cold tubs, fitness centre, Akala Spa wellness centre, relaxation areas, lounges, cigar lounge, business spaces, children's playgrounds with pools, playrooms and a family screening room, as well as rooftop restaurants with Asian and Mediterranean cuisine and a Michelin-starred chef-run café.
When is Akala Hotel & Residences by Aarda expected to be completed?
These apartments at Dubai International Financial Centre are scheduled for completion in Q4 2029.
What are the interest-free payment plans available for Akala Hotel & Residences?
An interest-free 60/40 payment plan with a down payment of 10% is available to buyers.
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