Nurai Island
A private island off the northern shore of Saadiyat, developed by Zaya as a boutique resort with a small collection of beachfront estates and water villas around it. It is the most exclusive residential address in Abu Dhabi — measured in dozens of homes rather than thousands.
A private island off Saadiyat Island, reached by a short boat transfer.
Find Nurai Island on the map.
Positioned in the Arabian Gulf immediately off Saadiyat Island, accessed by boat from the Saadiyat shore.
Landmarks & Attractions
- zaya nurai island resortZaya Nurai Island Resort
- beach clubBeach Club
- private beachesPrivate Beaches
- island spaIsland Spa
- resort restaurantsResort Restaurants
- water sports centreWater Sports Centre
Villa owners have access to the resort’s five-star facilities and services, from dining to wellness and water sports.
Explore Nurai Island
- water villasWater Villas
Four-bedroom villas on the water, around 10,000 sq. ft.
- beachfront estatesBeachfront Estates
Four- to six-bedroom mansions with large plots and direct beach access.
- zaya nurai resort villasZaya Nurai Resort Villas
Resort-serviced residences on the island.
The island is developed by Zaya, a boutique UAE developer founded in 2008 and specialising in ultra-prime real estate.
Properties for Sale on Nurai Island
Explore water villas and beachfront estates on Abu Dhabi’s most exclusive private island.
No published sale listings in Nurai Island right now — an advisor can tell you what is coming to market.
Talk to an advisorProperties for Rent on Nurai Island
Rental availability on Nurai Island is extremely limited and rarely advertised.
Rental availability on Nurai Island is extremely limited and rarely advertised. Speak with our team about what is quietly available.
Enquire about rentalsNaturally Secluded
- Saadiyat Islandshort boat transfer
- Downtown Abu Dhabiapprox. 25 min from the mainland jetty
- Zayed International Airportapprox. 35 min from the mainland jetty
Access is by boat from Saadiyat; road times are measured from the mainland jetty.
Why Choose Nurai Island?
- 01Absolute Privacy
A private island with a residential community measured in dozens of homes.
- 02Resort Services
Owners draw on the five-star resort’s staffing, dining and wellness.
- 03Direct Water Frontage
Water villas on piers and estates with private beach access.
- 04Scarcity
A closed collection — supply cannot expand.
- 05Minutes from Saadiyat
Seclusion without leaving the cultural and beach district behind.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nurai Island
Where is Nurai Island?
It sits in the Arabian Gulf just off Saadiyat Island, reached by a short boat transfer from the Saadiyat shore.
What properties are available on Nurai Island?
Four-bedroom water villas and four- to six-bedroom beachfront estates, developed by Zaya.
Who developed Nurai Island?
Zaya, a boutique UAE developer founded in 2008 that specialises in ultra-prime residential property.
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