Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) is a beachside community developed by Dubai Properties — launched in 2002 and completed in 2010. JBR boasts a 1.7 km shoreline and is a prominent hotspot with many apartments, hotels, and retail outlets.
JBR's residential complexes are divided into six blocks: Shams, Amwaj, Rimal, Bahar, Sadaf, and Murjan.
The area is one of Dubai's most popular destinations, with spacious apartments near the beach and The Walk.
Key Features
- The world’s largest residential quarter
- Waterfront community with many apartments, hotels, and commercial spaces
- Right across from JBR Beach, Marina Beach, and linked to Bluewaters Island
- Convenient public transportation with nearby metro, bus, and tram stations
- Home to The Walk, Dubai’s iconic beachside promenade
Who Would Enjoy the Area?
- Professionals and young families: JBR contains many spacious apartments near the beach and The Walk — popular spots for shopping, dining, and leisure — making it convenient for young professionals or families looking for a vibrant and exciting community.
- Investors: Given JBR's prominence as a tourist destination and its abundance of high-end hotels and resorts, investors may be interested in the area's investment opportunities.
- Luxury lifestyle seekers: Jumeirah Beach Residences offers a luxurious address with a variety of high-end amenities like beachfront access, five-star hotels, and exclusive retail outlets.
Detailed Features
Attractions
Hotels in Jumeirah Beach Residence
- Address Beach Resort: Located in Jumeirah Beach Residence, Address Beach Resort is a 5-star hotel with relaxing views of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai Marina.
- JA Ocean View Hotel: Enjoy endless shopping, dining, and leisure facilities at this iconic hotel located at The Walk in JBR.
- Amwaj Rotana Hotel: A 5-star hotel located in The Walk in JBR, offering relaxing beach views and shopping, dining, and leisure facilities.
Things to Do in Jumeirah Beach Residence
- The Walk: A popular promenade in Dubai filled with shopping, dining, and leisure activities flanked by prominent hotels.
- Bluewaters Island: Located just across the water from Dubai Marina, Bluewaters Island is an iconic residential, retail, leisure and entertainment hub.
- Skydive Dubai: One of the city’s top attractions – Skydive Dubai gives you the opportunity to leap over the Palm Jumeirah or over the Arabian desert.
Beaches in Jumeirah Beach Residence
- JBR Beach: A beautiful 1.7 km stretch of sand – JBR beach is a popular destination for sunbathing, water sports, and more.
- Marina Beach: One of the most popular public beaches in Dubai, Marina Beach is located just a few minutes away from JBR beach.
- Sufouh Beach: One of Dubai’s hidden gems located between the Burj Al Arab hotel and Palm Jumeirah island.
Accessibility & Transport
Bus Stations
- Jumeirah Beach Residence Station 2: 550 m away
- Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 Tram Station: 650 m away
- Jumeirah Beach Residence 1 Tram Station: 600 m away
Metro Stations
- DMCC Metro Station: 1.3 km away
- Sobha Realty Metro Station: 2.4 km away
Education Nearby
Nurseries
- Jumeirah International Nursery: 0.5 km away
- Monroe’s Nursery: 0.5 km away
- Kidville Nursery: 0.6 km away
Primary & High Schools
- Dubai British School Emirates Hills: 4.2 km away
- The Winchester School: 4.6 km away
- GEMS Dubai American Academy: 5.3 km away
- JSS International School: 7.0 km away
Universities
- Zayed University: 1.1 km away
- American University in Dubai: 3.5 km away
- Heriot-Watt University: 4.4 km away
- University of Wollongong in Dubai: 4.5 km away
Healthcare Facilities
- Aster Express Clinic: 270 m away
- Nucleus Clinic: 350 m away
- Medcare Medical Centre: 600 m away
- Marina Medical Center: 1.4 km away
Communities in Jumeirah Beach Residences
- Sadaf
- Rimal
- Murjan
- Bahar
- Shams
- Amwaj
