Hudayriyat Island · Earliest handover · From AED 9M · Q4 2027
Al Naseem Community by Modon
1-5BR villas and apartments from AED 9M. Earliest handover on the island, Q4 2027, 40/60 plan.
Hudayriyat Island by Modon is a sport and wellness community off the Abu Dhabi coast. Beach clubs, a 220 km cycling network, dining promenades, and gated residential districts define island living connected to the city centre by suspension bridge.
Hudayriyat Island · Abu Dhabi · Modon
Hudayriyat Island by Modon: Abu Dhabi's Sport, Wellness and Island Living Destination
Hudayriyat Island is Modon's master-planned island community off the Abu Dhabi coast, connected to the mainland by a dedicated suspension bridge and positioned opposite Al Bateen. The island spans 51 million sqm with five or more communities, a 220 km cycling network, and a 10-minute drive to Abu Dhabi city centre.
51M SQM
Island area
5+
Communities
220 KM
Cycling network
10 MIN
To Abu Dhabi city centre
0%
Property tax
Sport, wellness, and low-density living define the masterplan. An elevated man-made living hill rises above the horizon with panoramic views, while 4.5 km of coastline, beach clubs, a 75 km sports district, 40+ dining venues, and adventure hubs sit alongside gated residential releases from townhouses to golf mansions.
The Upsides briefs buyers across six Modon communities on Hudayriyat Island. Register for current pricing, floor plans, and handover timing from Modon.
THE ISLAND
What Is Hudayriyat Island?
Hudayriyat Island brings together gated residential communities, public leisure districts, and hospitality in one connected ecosystem. Modon, one of Abu Dhabi's leading master developers, is shaping the island as a sport and wellness destination where innovation meets nature.
Residential buyers choose between Al Naseem villas and apartments, Nawayef townhouse communities, Bashayer waterfront homes, Hudayriyat Golf Estates fairway villas, and Nawayef East legacy mansions. Leisure districts including Marsana and 321 Sports remain open to visitors while residential enclaves stay private and gated.
LOCATION & MASTER PLAN
Hudayriyat Island Master Plan
Hudayriyat Island sits off the Abu Dhabi coast opposite Al Bateen, connected by a dedicated suspension bridge. The drive to Abu Dhabi city centre (Hamdan Street and Electra Park area) takes approximately 10 minutes over 11 km. Leisure and sports districts are open to visitors; residential communities are private and gated.
The 51 million sqm masterplan integrates housing, shopping, healthcare, education, sport, and recreation. A man-made living hill, the first of its kind in the region, anchors panoramic views across the island. The 220 km cycling network links beachfront, sports venues, and residential districts.
Comparing Abu Dhabi islands? See Saadiyat Island and Yas Island.
FACTS
Master plan facts and drive times
| Developer | Modon |
|---|---|
| Location | Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi |
| Island area | 51 million sqm |
| Communities | 5+ residential and leisure districts |
| Cycling network | 220 km |
| Drive to city centre | 10 minutes (11 km via suspension bridge) |
| Property tax | 0% |
| Ownership | Freehold, open to all nationalities |
| Abu Dhabi city centre (Hamdan Street / Electra Park) | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Al Bateen (mainland opposite) | Bridge connection |
| Al Mushrif (schools and hospitals) | Short mainland drive |
| Zayed International Airport | Approximate; varies by gate and traffic |
PROJECTS
Projects and Communities on Hudayriyat Island
Six Modon communities ordered by handover timing. Open any tile for unit tables, amenities, and registration.
Hudayriyat Island · Townhouses · From AED 2M · Q1 2028
Nawayef Park Views by Modon
1-4BR townhouses from AED 2M. 60/40 plan, Q1 2028, earliest-completing townhouse community.
Hudayriyat Island · Townhouses · From AED 4.1M · Q1 2029
Nawayef Village by Modon
The island's first townhouses: 1-5BR from AED 4.1M. 50/50 plan, Q1 2029 handover.
Hudayriyat Island · Waterfront · From AED 2.1M · Q1-Q2 2030
Bashayer by Modon
North-side waterfront villas and apartments from AED 2.1M. 50/50 plan, Golden Visa eligible, skyline views.
Hudayriyat Island · Golf · From AED 4.2M · Q3 2030
Hudayriyat Golf Estates by Modon
Andalusian golf villas, mansions and townhomes from AED 4.2M to AED 35.8M. 40/60 plan, Pearl 3.0 rating, pet-friendly gated community. Master plan download on the project page.
Hudayriyat Island · Villas · From AED 6.6M · On enquiry
Nawayef East by Modon
4-8BR villas and mansions from AED 6.6M. 40/60 plan. Get in touch for handover and availability.
AMENITIES
Amenities on Hudayriyat Island
Beach clubs, sport venues, dining promenades, and adventure hubs sit alongside gated residential communities across the 51 million sqm island.
- Beach and Water Zone: 4.5 km coastline
- Beach and Water Zone: Beach clubs
- Beach and Water Zone: Water sports
- Sports District: 75 km of cycling, running, tennis, and fitness infrastructure
- Sports District: Marsana venue (open to the public)
- Sports District: 321 Sports venue (open to the public)
- Dining Promenade: 40+ restaurants and rooftop cafes
- Adventure Hub: Ziplines
- Adventure Hub: ATV
- Adventure Hub: Surf Abu Dhabi
- Hotels and Hospitality: Anantara
- Hotels and Hospitality: Bab Al Nojoum
- Hotels and Hospitality: 3+ hotels across the island
Beach and Water Zone
- 4.5 km coastline
- Beach clubs
- Water sports
Sports District
- 75 km of cycling, running, tennis, and fitness infrastructure
- Marsana venue (open to the public)
- 321 Sports venue (open to the public)
Dining Promenade
- 40+ restaurants and rooftop cafes
Adventure Hub
- Ziplines
- ATV
- Surf Abu Dhabi
Hotels and Hospitality
- Anantara
- Bab Al Nojoum
- 3+ hotels across the island
MARKET DATA
Market data
See the full Hudayriyat Island transaction analysis based on 3,936 ADREC-sourced registrations from October 2024 to September 2026. Hudayriyat Island property market guide.
INVESTMENT
Why invest in Hudayriyat Island?
Hudayriyat Island is a chance to invest in Abu Dhabi's future: a functional extension of the capital shaped by practical design, modern infrastructure, and a sport and wellness-led masterplan.
Freehold Ownership
Open to all nationalities. Buyers hold full ownership of both the home and the underlying land within Abu Dhabi's regulated market.
Golden Visa Eligibility
Property from AED 2 million may qualify buyers and families for the UAE 10-year Golden Visa, subject to current federal rules.
0% Tax
No property tax, capital gains tax, or rental income tax, helping preserve returns in one of the world's safest cities.
Massive Scale
More than 51 million sqm anchor Abu Dhabi's sustainable growth masterplan and support long-term island value.
Built-in Connectivity
A dedicated suspension bridge puts Abu Dhabi city centre within a 10-minute drive, with transport networks linking the island to the mainland.
Integrated Living
Housing, shopping, healthcare, education, and recreation sit within one master-planned ecosystem rather than isolated districts.
Safety & Stability
Gated residential communities sit in Abu Dhabi, consistently ranked among the world's safest cities, with a regulated property market.
Sustainable Vision
Low-density planning sets a benchmark for sustainable island living, with sport, wellness, and open space woven through the masterplan.
DEVELOPER
Modon: the developer
Modon is headquartered in Abu Dhabi and develops master-planned communities across the emirate. On Hudayriyat Island, the developer is shaping a sport and wellness destination where gated homes, public leisure, and hospitality share one low-density landscape.
Modon maintains sales centres in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The Upsides registers buyer interest and follows up with project-specific detail.
Modon · Abu Dhabi
Questions
Hudayriyat Island: frequently asked questions
Is Hudayriyat Island open to the public?+
Leisure and sports districts including Marsana, 321 Sports, and public beaches are open to visitors. Residential communities such as Nawayef, Bashayer, and Al Naseem are private and gated.
How far is Hudayriyat Island from Abu Dhabi?+
Hudayriyat Island is approximately 10 minutes (11 km) from Abu Dhabi city centre via a dedicated suspension bridge, opposite Al Bateen on the mainland.
Are there schools and hospitals on Hudayriyat Island?+
The masterplan allocates plots for educational institutions and healthcare within island districts. Established schools and hospitals in nearby Al Bateen and Al Mushrif are also accessible from the bridge connection.
Does buying on Hudayriyat Island qualify for the Golden Visa?+
Yes. Property investments from AED 2 million may qualify buyers and their families for the UAE 10-year Golden Visa, subject to current regulations.
Is Hudayriyat Island freehold?+
Yes. Hudayriyat Island offers freehold ownership open to all nationalities, including full ownership rights over the underlying land.
What property types are available on Hudayriyat Island?+
Available stock spans villas, apartments, townhouses, and mansions across six Modon communities, from Nawayef Park Views townhouses from AED 2M to Hudayriyat Golf Estates mansions from AED 35.8M.
Who develops Hudayriyat Island?+
Modon, an Abu Dhabi-based master developer, leads the Hudayriyat Island masterplan and residential releases.
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