Al Reef Downtown

• Renting apartments
• Buying apartments
• Getting around
• Schools
• Malls
• Things to do
• Things to consider

Al Reef is a mixed-use development spanning over 137,310 square metres with a GFA of 279,349 square metres. This master development in Abu Dhabi is divided into two regions, one consisting of villas and the other is a cluster of apartments. Al Reef Downtown is situated at the centre of Al Reef. It combines spacious apartments in a variety of styles and sizes with modern facilities which meet the aspirations of today’s demanding occupants. In 2012, Manazel completed and delivered 90 percent of the community, and the rest was delivered in 2013. Today, the community features 46 apartment buildings including 1,818 apartments in a mix of studios, 1-bed, 2-bed and 3-bedroom units. As per Bayut’s 2020 Abu Dhabi Market Research, Al Reef Downtown is popular among buyers interested in apartments in Al Reef.

• Studios, 1-bed, 2-bed and 3-bed flats on offer
• Commercial, social and retail facilities 
• 24-hour security service is available
• Accessible via Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Road
• An apartment-only community in Al Reef, Abu Dhabi

Living in Al Reef Downtown is ideal for singles, couples and families alike for a number of reasons. Residents have access to many facilities including:

• Swimming pool
• Kid’s play area
• Community gym
• Landscaped gardens

With numerous residential developments in the locality and walkways to facilities the community provides, there is something for everyone in Al Reef Downtown.

Renting in Al Reef is affordable and convenient for couples and families alike. Those looking for reasonable flats can check out various options in Al Reef Downtown. The properties on offer include studio, 1-bed, 2-bed and 3-bedroom apartments.

Apartments for sale in the community have sizes ranging from 400 sq. ft. to 2100 sq. ft. The properties feature balconies, private courtyards, resort-style swimming pools, modern gyms, safe kid’s play areas, and dedicated parking spots. Investing in these apartments is highly profitable.

There are reserved and dedicated parking spaces in Al Reef Downtown for residents. The community also provides 24-hour security so cars are parked in a safe and secure environment.

The nearest bus station is at the Shahama Village, Abu Dhabi, a 15-minute drive from here. Other bus stations used for public transportation near Al Reef Downtown include Abu Dhabi, Samha 1 and Abu Dhabi, Samha 2. There are limited metro stations near the community so residents can use online applications for travelling.

Some supermarkets near Al Reef Downtown include Select Market, Waitrose and Carrefour Market. Select Market, located at a distance of 1 minute is a subsidiary of Das Holding Group of Companies. It was established in 2011 and has 5 branches in Abu Dhabi. It focuses on meeting the needs of convenience-oriented customers by offering a range of fresh, and high-quality services and products. Waitrose is accessible in 13 minutes while Carrefour Market is a 14-minute drive away.

Community mosques near Al Reef Downtown include Mosque of Aisha Ibrahim Al Saman and Mosque of Fatima Ibrahim El Saman. Mosque of Aisha Ibrahim Al Saman is at a distance of 5 minutes and is accessible via Al Adaed Street. While Mosque of Fatima Ibrahim El Saman is a 3-minute drive away accessible via Al Adaed Street and Al Marfa Street.

Most churches near Al Reef Downtown are located at a distance of 20-minutes or more. Churches that are accessible in a 20-minute drive include Mar Thoma Church, All Saints Anglican Church and Abu Dhabi Apostolic Tamil Church. These churches are concentrated in the mixed-use community of Mussafah.

The only temple near Al Reef Downtown is BAPS Hindu Mandir, a Hindu temple at a distance of 16 minutes. The temple is accessible via Abu Dhabi – Ghweifat International Hwy/Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Rd/E11.

Those families with young toddlers can send them to nurseries located nearby such as:

• Yousef nursery
• Yellow Submarine Nursery
• Stepping Stones Nursery

There are options for older students too. Some primary and secondary schools near Al Reef Downtown are:

• Al Yasat Private School
• Virginia International Private School
• Canadian International School

Al Yasat Private School aims at developing the personality of a child in a harmonious and holistic way offering the US Common Core State Standards in all grades. The school is located in Al Shamkha, a short drive away. Virginia International Private School takes pride in cultivating the mind of a child. It follows the American-based curriculum and has a natural approach to rigorous learning. Whereas, Canadian International School follows the Alberta Program of Study along with the UAE Ministry of Education. It also offers a High School diploma that is recognised across the globe. All schools are accessible at a 12-minute short drive.

Moreover, residents have a number of options for higher education. Al Khawarizmi International College is the nearest, located in Old Al Bahya. The college is accessible in a 12-minute drive from the community. One of the nearest universities located in Masdar City Abu Dhabi is Khalifa University which is 16-minutes away. While Zayed University is reachable in under 18 minutes by car.

In case of medical emergencies, one can go to these clinics near Al Reef Downtown:

• Ibn Sina Medical Centre
• Snö Dental Clinics
• HealthPlus Family Clinic

Ibn Sina Medical Centre, 1 minute away is the nearest clinic located beside Select Market. Snö Dental Clinics is 12-minutes away. It is a dental clinic offering quality-controlled dental care in the G.C.C region. HealthPlus Family Clinic in Al Bandar is at the same distance, committed to offering comprehensive and dedicated care to their patients.

Some hospitals near Al Reef Downtown that you can access include Burjeel Medical Centre and Mediclinic Khalifa City in less than 20 minutes. Burjeel Medical Centre specialises in Dermatology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Dental, ENT, Paediatric, Phlebotomy, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation etc.

Also, there are two pharmacies located at a distance of one minute, namely Supercare Pharmacy and Al Manara Pharmacy.

Al Reef Downtown is part of Al Reef which has another villa sub-community known as Al Reef Villas. Other neighbourhoods close to this area include:

• Yas Island
• Masdar City

Yas Island, lying to the west of the community features apartments and villas. It also has some of the best restaurants and hotels in the country and is also home to several flagship stores. Masdar City, lying on the southern side of the community is a mixed-use development offering business complexes, apartments and villas.

City Centre and Yas Mall are some shopping malls near Al Reef Downtown that residents can conveniently drive to. My City Centre Masdar is the newest dining and retail destination featuring more than 70 stores including:

• Magic Planet
• Max
• Redtag
• Al Jaber Optical
• Kababji Grill
• Maisons Du Monde
• Life Pharmacy
• Sushi Art

The mall is a 14-minute drive away located in the centre of Masdar City, another sustainable project in Abu Dhabi. By following the high sustainability standards, the mall will stand out as a progressive hotspot in Abu Dhabi. The mall features:

• 70+ stores
• 600 parking spaces
• 18 electrical vehicle charging stations 
• Outdoor dining facility

Yas Mall, 10-minutes away, is a 3-storey mall with international eateries and retailers and a 2-screen cinema. The mall is located in Yas Island and is a 45-minute drive away from Dubai. Residents have the choice to choose from its 370 shops, more than 60 dining avenues and a number of exciting offers across the mall.

Residents can choose from dining restaurants in Yas Mall:

• Al Fanar Restaurant & Café
• Dish Dash
• Buca Di Beppo
• Carluccios
• Chilis

Other restaurants near Al Reef Downtown consist of:

• Wok to Walk
• Royal Orchid Restaurant
• Il Forno

Wok to Walk is a casual dining restaurant that serves Chinese, Thai and Asian cuisine. Its timings are from 11 am – 12midnight. Royal Orchid Restaurant serves Thai, Asian, Chinese, Indian and Japanese cuisine. Il Forno is an Italian restaurant that is open from 10 am to 12midnight. All of these restaurants are a roughly one-minute drive away.

Nightlife options near Al Reef Downtown include SkyBar which is 11-minutes away. Other options such as Stars N Bars, Skylite Rooftop Lounge and Y bar are 16-minutes drive away.

Beaches near Al Reef Downtown include Yas Beach, 15-minutes away and Al Bateen Beach, 28-minutes away. Yas Beach is an ideal place for water sports enthusiasts. The beach offers a wide array of water sport activities such as kayaking, sailing and jet-skiing. People can also book their private chalet on the beach. Al Bateen Beach is perfect for picnics, fishing and swimming.

Out of a lot of things to do in Abu Dhabi, Al Reef Downtown residents can enjoy these activities and landmarks in closer proximity:

• Yas Waterworld
• Ferrari World 
• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Yas Waterworld, 14-minutes away, is a perfect summer adventure spot. The theme park has over 40 different rides divided into 6 different zones. Some of its famous rides are Jebel Drop, Falcon’s Falaj, Bandit Bomber and Cinesplash.

Further, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is an ultimate theme park located in Yas Island. It is also home to the world’s fastest roller coaster. Some of the rides in Ferrari World include Nello’s Adventureland, RC Challenge, Formula Rossa, Scuderia Challenge, Flying Aces etc. The park is accessible in around 12 minutes by car.

Besides, kids can find a few indoor games venues too. There is Cube Internet Cafe in Al Reef Downtown where they can hang out with friends. One of the top gaming zones in Abu Dhabi also offers food and drinks and a wide range of games for kids and adults alike.

One of the landmarks near Al Reef Downtown is Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque a 20-minute drive from the community. It is one of the largest mosques in the world, an epitome of Islamic architecture. The mosque has 82 domes, 1000 columns and 24-carat gold chandeliers.

Residents get access to a number of recreational facilities. They can enjoy outdoor activities including:

• Shared Swimming Pools
• Shared Gymnasiums
• Tennis Court
• Landscaped Gardens
• Kid’s play area

They have the option of keeping fit at the fitness centres near Al Reef Downtown. These include Arabian Village Gym, 6 minutes away and Gym Alreef which is 3 minutes drive away. Some beauty salons are also close by such as:

• Nailbox Beauty Salon
• Body Art Beauty Center

Both of these salons are located within Al Reef. Nailbox Beauty Salon specialises in nail care, massage, hair, makeup, facials, and spa services. While Body Art Beauty Center specialises in massages. Both salons are accessible within a minute or so.

The community has recently celebrated the Spirit of the Union on the National Day. The event was filled with fun activities for the entire family such as games and competitions, jumping castles, Emirati traditional food and henna etc. Family Health Day was also celebrated the previous year. Year of Zayed is another event filled with educational and interactive activities for the whole family with lots of prizes.

One can join the Facebook page, Al Reef Community, to stay updated regarding any events nearby and for community-wide announcements.

The community can become too quiet and will be a concern for the one who enjoys socialising. Most of the attractions are at least 20-minutes drive away, but it also provides easy access to some famous areas such as Yas Island and Khalifa City.

• Abu Dhabi International Airport, 9 minutes away
• Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is 12 minute away
• Yas Waterworld is a 14-minute drive away
• Khalifa City, 14 minutes away