JW Marriott Residences and Resort

The JW Marriott Residences and Resort sits on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, developed by WOW Resorts and scheduled for completion in March 2028. The project comprises 18 fully furnished residences within a single building, carrying the JW Marriott brand into the ownership market for the first time on this particular island address.

# The Building and Its Position on Al Marjan Island

Al Marjan Island is a man-made archipelago extending into the Arabian Gulf along the Ras Al Khaimah coastline, built across four coral-shaped landmasses connected by a central boulevard. The island has established itself as the emirate's principal resort address, drawing a succession of international hotel flags and residential developers over the past decade.

The JW Marriott building occupies a beachfront position on the island, with direct access to a private beach. With only 18 residences across the entire building, the project operates at an unusually low density for the brand's regional footprint, which shapes both the specification level and the ratio of shared amenity space per owner.

Construction is underway, with a verified escrow account (number 13375060920002) registered in line with Ras Al Khaimah's off-plan regulations.

# Residences, Layouts and Floor Areas

The 18 units split between one-bedroom and two-bedroom configurations. One-bedroom residences range from approximately 943 to 1,197 square feet, while two-bedroom apartments reach up to 1,537 square feet. The spread within the one-bedroom category is notable: the largest units in that tier approach 1,200 square feet, which places them comfortably above the market average for the format.

All residences are delivered fully furnished. Kitchens are fully equipped. Buyers acquire a finished, operational home rather than a shell requiring further capital outlay before occupancy or rental activation.

Pricing runs from AED 3,275,000 for a one-bedroom entry unit to AED 5,900,365 for the largest two-bedroom. Service charges are fixed at 20 to 25 AED per square foot annually, a figure buyers should factor into any yield modelling from the outset.

# Amenities Across the Development

The amenity list is broad for a building of this scale. On the leisure side, the development provides an infinity edge pool, a private beach, a beach bar, a kids pool, and a kids club with a dedicated play area. A sport and padel court adds an active dimension that is increasingly expected at this price point in the Gulf resort market.

For residents who work remotely or travel for business, there is a co-working area and a board room. A cinema, lobby lounge, and grab-and-go market serve everyday convenience. The fully equipped gym and retail outlets complete the package.

The breadth of programming, covering children's facilities, fitness, work, and food and beverage, reflects the JW Marriott brand's expectation that owners will use their residences across extended stays rather than short visits.

# Location Within Ras Al Khaimah

Al Marjan Island sits roughly an hour's drive from Dubai International Airport and around 45 minutes from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, which has seen a steady increase in direct European routes. The island's position on the Gulf coastline gives residences water views and beach access that are structurally difficult to replicate on mainland plots.

Ras Al Khaimah has attracted significant institutional attention following the confirmation of a major integrated resort development on Al Marjan Island, which is expected to drive tourism volumes and short-term rental demand substantially upward through the latter half of this decade. That context matters for buyers evaluating the 2028 delivery date.

# Who This Project Suits and Where It Sits in the Market

At 18 units, this is not a product built for volume sales. The combination of a globally recognised hospitality brand, full furnishing, and a private beach puts it squarely in the branded residences segment, a category that has consistently commanded a price premium over comparable unbranded stock in Dubai and the broader Gulf.

For a GCC buyer seeking a second home with hotel-managed rental income potential, the JW Marriott flag provides a recognisable quality guarantee and an established international guest pipeline. For a European or Asian buyer entering the UAE market for the first time, the branded structure reduces the complexity of remote ownership: the building operates as a resort, not simply a residential block requiring self-management.

The price per square foot across the one-bedroom tier, combined with the service charge range, rewards buyers who do the arithmetic carefully. Those projecting rental yield will need to weigh the 2028 delivery date against the evolving tourism trajectory of Al Marjan Island, which by that point will be a materially different market than it is today.