HIGHLIGHTS
ABOUT IBN BATTUTA GATE
Ibn Battuta Gate is a commercial and residential mixed tower located right in front of the famous Ibn Battuta Mall. It is a landmark building with 156 stylish furnished and unfurnished apartments available on rent and sale. The retail and commercial spaces are also an option and it spreads over 3,229 sq. ft. Ibn Battuta Gate is 200,000 meter square complex that comprises apartments, offices and a five-star hotel.
IN A NUTSHELL
- A complex comprising different residential units
- Landmark building right opposite Ibn Battuta Mall
- The complex has residential units as well as commercial offices
- It fosters all the basic amenities needed for all areas of life
- Home to a five-star hotel, the Movenpick that offers 396 guest rooms
Neighbourhood
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Ibn Battuta Gate is not particularly a community but a cluster of towers with multiple property options. Within a short distance, residents can find many necessary facilities including hospitals, schools and retail outlets in the nearby communities of Jebel Ali and Discovery Gardens. The towers contain residential apartments and office spaces, these are equipped with high-end amenities. Ibn Battuta Gate is an arch-shaped structure that connects the two main commercial and residential towers.
PROPERTIES IN IBN BATTUTA GATE
Properties in Ibn Battuta Gate consist of different residential and commercial options. The area has apartments, hotels and offices available for rent and sale.
The apartments in Ibn Battuta Gate come with a shared gym, 24/7 security, concierge services, basement car parking plus additional outside parking spaces for its residents. The apartments have fully tiled floors, built-in wardrobes and a fitted kitchen. Most apartments also have high-end fixtures and fittings and spacious balconies. The residential apartments come in 1 and 2-bedroom configurations, all units have similar amenities.
Rental Trends for Ibn Battuta Gate
Those looking to rent apartments in Ibn Battuta Gate can check out the trends below.
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Apartment Type |
Average Rental Price in AED |
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Apartment Type
1-Bed |
Average Rental Price in AED
64,000 |
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Apartment Type
2-Bed |
Average Rental Price in AED
83,000 |
Renting a 1-bedroom flat starts from AED 60k per year. While 2-bed apartments for rent in Ibn Battuta Gate costs upwards of AED 80k annually.
As it is mainly a commercial district, there are multiple offices for rent in Ibn Battuta Gate. The commercial towers also offer ample parking spaces with two floors of basement parking including parking for visitors. For offices, the cost fluctuates from AED 39K to AED 109K per year. The rent purely depends on the area covered, you can find economical options for small fitted offices of 320 sq. ft or more, this option starts from AED 4k. The larger offices can range anywhere from AED 39k to AED 100k depending on the size of the unit. The full floor offices take up a massive area of 40,000 sq. ft. Some offices in Ibn Battuta Gate also request the security deposit fee and one month’s rent in advance but this differs from company to company and it is best to discuss this with your landlord.
Hotel in Ibn Battuta Gate
Ibn Battuta Gate is famous for housing the Movenpick Hotel which operates in multiple countries and has become a landmark for Dubai.
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN IBN BATTUTA GATE
Residents and visitors can find public parking spaces near Ibn Battuta Gate. Some apartments offer dedicated spaces at fixed charges added in the maintenance fees.
Public Transportation near Ibn Battuta Gate
For residents of Ibn Battuta Gate, Ibn Battuta Metro Station is conveniently located at a 1-minute walk.
With access to Sheikh Zayed Road, it is easy to commute through a car or a taxi. For people who prefer commuting through public buses, a few buses shuttle through Ibn Battuta Gate such as Bus F44, F46, F55 and F55A.
AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE
Ibn Battuta Gate is close to Sheikh Zayed Road which connects to many important areas of Dubai. This road also extends from one emirate to others making it even more important. Ibn Battuta Gate is not a huge community. On the contrary, it is a cluster of towers, so there are no schools or hospitals within the vicinity, but there are many in the neighbouring areas which are easily reachable.
SUPERMARKETS IN IBN BATTUTA GATE
There are many choices for people living in Ibn Battuta Gate to fulfil their grocery needs as there are quite a few supermarkets in Ibn Battuta Gate. Several baqalas (local grocery stores) and supermarkets are at a short distance. Carrefour is situated within walking distance from Ibn Battuta Gate. Al Madina Supermarket, Wow Pinoy Supermarket, and West Zone Fresh Supermarket are also less than 10 minutes away.
CHURCHES, TEMPLES AND MOSQUES IN IBN BATTUTA GATE
Dubai is home to people from different beliefs and fortunately, Ibn Battuta Gate is close to some of the temples and churches of Dubai.
The Metropolitan Mark Chords Church is within 5-minute walk while the International Nepalese Community Church, United Christian Church of Dubai and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church are all at 5 minutes driving distance from the area.
There is one gurudwara and one temple close to Ibn Battuta Gate. Both Shirdi Sai Baba Temple and Gurunanak Darbar Sikh Gurudwara are 4 minutes away at the maximum.
The nearest mosque is Masjid Al Rustmani within the premises whereas, Omar Bin Abdul Aziz Mosque and Abdullah Ali Al Chaafar mosque are both at a 5 to 8 minutes distance.
SCHOOLS NEAR IBN BATTUTA GATE
Ibn Battuta Gate has a number of educational options.
The nearest schools include the Winchester School in neighbouring Discovery Gardens, it follows the British curriculum until Year 13. Next to the Winchester School is the Delhi Private School which follows the National Curriculum of India until Year 12. For preschoolers, Bubbles and Giggles Nursery is a 6-minute drive away. Harmony Ballet and Musical Centre is also located in the neighbourhood and is popular as an after-school activity.
CLINICS AND HOSPITALS NEAR IBN BATTUTA GATE
Residents of Ibn Battuta Gate can easily reach hospitals and clinics. Lifeline Hospital is the nearest healthcare option, it is 2km away or at a 5-minute drive. Mediclinic Ibn Battuta is another reputed option, it lies within the vicinity. Other hospitals include New NMC Hospital, NMC Royal Hospital, Cedars Jebel Ali International Hospital and Medcare Medical Centre.
There are many well-known pharmacies along the Ibn Battuta Gate area such as Aster Pharmacy, Boots Pharmacy, Super Care Pharmacy and Life Pharmacy.
NEARBY AREAS
Ibn Battuta Gate is near Jebel Ali Free Zone and the Ibn Battuta Mall and provides simple access to Sheikh Zayed Road and the new Al Maktoum International Airport.
This area touches the vicinity of Jebel Ali which is a residential and industrial area. Many people who work in Jebel Ali industrial Area prefer living in Ibn Battuta Gate or around the vicinity as it shortens their commute time. Discovery Gardens is another close by residential area which offers a wholesome community lifestyle for both singles and families.
Lifestyle
SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
The residents of Ibn Battuta Gate can easily be spoiled with the range of choices they can avail in terms of retail shopping, eateries and other recreational activities. Thanks to the prime location of the area, everything is at arm’s length.
MALLS NEAR IBN BATTUTA GATE
The residents of Ibn Battuta Gate do not have to look far for a shopping destination as the area has its own Ibn Battuta Mall. It is the largest themed mall in the world and is one of the best malls in Dubai. There are over 270 retail shops in Ibn Battuta Mall, 50 restaurants, a bowling alley and a 21 screen cinema. With this, it has become the prime choice for inhabitants of the area as there’s a lot of fun activities in Ibn Battuta Mall besides retail therapy.
RESTAURANTS NEAR IBN BATTUTA GATE
It is an idyllic place for people who prefer eating out as there are a variety of restaurants within walking distance that serve different kinds of food. The restaurants in Ibn Battuate Gate serve different cuisines from all over the world, you can find Indian, Italian, Pakistani and Arabian restaurants all within the vicinity. Mistral, Al Safeer Restaurant, Verdura, Carluccio’s, India Palace and Shakespeare & Co are popular casual dining restaurants. Also, there is a variety of restaurants in Ibn Battuta Mall for foodies of all tastes and liking.
Moroc Lounge & Bar is within the area where residents can laze around as it dotted a part of Movenpick Hotel inside Ibn Battuta Gate. There is also Mr Toad’s Pub and Kitchen further 2 minutes away.
BEACHES NEAR IBN BATTUTA GATE
The beaches of Dubai will never be short of spectacular. Stretching across the Arabian Gulf, Jumeirah Public Beach is 18 minutes away while the Public Beach of Umm Suqeim is at the same distance too. Al Sufouh beach which is known as Dubai’s secret gem is even closer at a 13-minute drive away.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS
Notable landmarks in the area include Ibn Battuta Mall and the Movenpick Hotel. In fact, the Ibn Battuta Gate is considered to be a landmark of its own for the neighbouring communities. The gate is larger than Paris’s Arc de Triomphe.
Golf enthusiasts can head to the Montgomery Golf Club which can be reached under 10 minutes by car. Otherwise, Emirates Golf Club is an 8-minute drive away.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
Ibn Battuta Gate is surrounded by various parks and outdoor activities. The nearest park is Children’s Park at a short 5 minutes’ drive, and the community park of Jebel Ali is also not too far.
There is a gym within Ibn Battuta Gate, the Gold’s Gym while other nearby well-equipped gyms include the names of The Little Gym, Fitness First and the Big Gym, all less than 10 minutes away.
For some ‘me-time,’ there are salons for men and women both situated close to Ibn Battuta Gate. Yanni’s Ladies Salon is 4 minutes away while Bare Gents Salon is at 5 minutes’ walking distance. Other salons that can be reached within minutes are The Nail Spa and Sasha Beauty Salon. Both are located in Ibn Battuta Mall where people can go to relax and pamper themselves. O2 Spa is in Movenpick and it is an award-winning spa of Dubai.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Ibn Battuta Mall is considered a part of Ibn Battuta Gate, and it hosts various community events every year especially on National Day. During the Dubai Shopping Festival, many smaller-scale concerts and events are held inside Ibn Battuta Mall. On National Day, there are different activities that the whole family can enjoy such as traditional majlises, Arabic calligraphy, face painting and henna art. On Christmas, special programs are held for kids. The Ibn Battuta Mall also joined hands with Fitness First for a fitness-related event to promote the idea of a healthy lifestyle among visitors and residents.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
Ibn Battuta Gate is an idyllic place for smaller families who prefer living in an area close to all the basic facilities. However, there are more office spaces available as compared to residential options. The only con of living in this area is the constant traffic and crowd that the inhabitants have to face daily.
Location
- The shortest way takes 30 minutes’ to reach Dubai International Airport
- Sheikh Zayed Road is barely 4 minutes’ away
- The tourist spot, Jumeirah Beach is 20 minutes away
- Downtown Dubai is less than 30 km away