Hub Canal 1, Dubai Sports City

Hub Canal 1 Tower in Dubai Sports City is a residential building developed by Falak Properties. Part of Falak Towers, also known as the Westgate Apartments complex, it is one of the seven sports-themed residential towers. Other developments in the complex include Hub Canal II, Golf Tower, Cricket Tower, Tennis Tower, Ice Hockey Tower and Baseball Tower. As the name suggests, the two Hub Canal Towers are built on the promenade near the sports stadium.

Hub Canal 1, Dubai Sports City was launched in 2007 and completed in 2009. The mid-rise apartment building stands 15 floors above ground and has 200 residential flats. It only offers 1-bedroom apartments and features a grand rooftop swimming pool and deck.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Dubai Sports City
• Developer: Falak Properties
• Date of completion: 2009
• Number of floors: 15
• Number of units: 210 units
• Unit type: 1-bedroom apartments
• Type of ownership: Freehold
• Amenities: Gym, spa, swimming pool and kids’ play area

Parking in Hub Canal 1 Tower is dedicated to residents.

There are separate passenger lifts and service elevators in Hub Canal 1.

The building features round-the-clock on-site maintenance and security. The security staff and CCTVs ensure the complete safety of residents.

There is a health and fitness club, including swimming pools and a gym, in Hub Canal 1, Sports City.

Residents have access to the rooftop pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and spa, landscaped lawn areas and playgrounds.

A 24-hour concierge desk is in the lobby where guests can wait. Moreover, each apartment has an intercom facility and broadband internet connection.

Hub Canal 1 only offers 1-bedroom apartments. These are further divided into two different types Type B and Type G. One can find  210 1-bed units spread across 15 floors, offering views of the canal and park.

With covered areas ranging from 810 sq. ft. to 1,100 sq. ft., apartments in the building are ideal for anyone looking for reasonable accommodation. Each unit features a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, a living and dining hall next to the semi-open kitchen, a powder room and a balcony. The only difference between the two units is that the bedroom in Type-B 1 BHK apartments also has a dedicated dressing area. Furthermore, the outdoor space in the type-G 1-bed unit is slightly bigger.

These are the service charges for Hub Canal Tower 1, Sports City*, as per the Dubai Land Department. You can read more about Dubai property maintenance service charges if you are interested in buying a property in Dubai.

*Please note that these service charges are subject to change.

Dubai Sports City does not have a dedicated metro station. This makes buses and taxis popular modes of transportation near Hub Canal 1.

Moreover, the project is close to Al Khail Road E44 and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, E311. So, those with personal cars enjoy an easy commute.

Sports City Cricket Stadium Bus Station is the closest to Hub Canal 1, located just outside the building. One can board buses F34 and J02 to reach their respective destinations.

Discovery Gardens Metro Station and Jumeirah Golf Estate Metro Station on the Red Line of the Dubai Metro are the nearest, within a 14 to 16-minute drive.

Check out these casual restaurants near Hub Canal 1 that specialise in different cuisines:

• Pushkin Russian Restaurant – Russian cuisine
• Defne Turkish – Turkish cuisine
• China Garden – Chinese cuisine
• Abu Al Homus – Arabic cuisine

Residents can visit Reddy Roast for an extensive roast-style menu and Pulcinella, one of Dubai Sports City’s best restaurants, if in the mood for Italian food.

For fine dining, head to The Els Club, as it has good upscale dining options like Big Easy Bar & Grill.

The Hamper serves coffee and cakes approximately 12 to 14 minutes from Hub Canal 1. There is also Crepe Castle if one is looking for dessert options nearby.

These are the nearest supermarkets and grocery stores:

• Carrefour City
• Al Maya Supermarket

Carrefour City and Al Maya Supermarket near Hub Canal Tower 1 offer a range of grocery items. One can also access Spinneys in Jumeirah Village Circle.

• Victory Heights Primary School
• The Royal Grammar School Guildford
• Renaissance School Dubai

VHPS offers classes from FS1 until Year 6. Renaissance School, also located in Dubai Sports City, follows the US National Curriculum based on the newly upgraded State of New York Curriculum. Royal Grammar School Guildford welcomes students aged 3 to 11 as an independent day school. It presently offers classes until Year 6.

All of these schools are within 10 to 12-minute driving distance, depending on the traffic conditions.

Nurseries near the tower include:

• The Wonder Years Nursery
• Kinder Castle Nursery
• Emirates British Nursery

These preschools can be reached in approximately 10 to 12 minutes via car.

• Elite Sports Residence
• Olympic Park
• Champions Tower
• The Spirit Tower
• Oasis Tower

Besides Hub Canal Tower 2, there are many residential blocks in DSC, next to Hub Canal 1. The residential blocks, Olympic Park 4 (OP4) and Olympic Park 3 (OP3) of the master project Olympic Park by GGICO, stand right next to the building.

The popular residential complex, Elite Sports Residence, is also in the same vicinity. The closest towers include Elite Sports Residence 1 and 2. Champions Tower, Spirit Tower and Oasis Tower form a series of buildings next to Hub Canal 1 around the community’s sports complex.

Key landmarks nearby include:

• The Els Club
• Dubai International Cricket Stadium

Hub Canal 1 is one of the buildings on the promenade close to the sports stadium. It is 8 minutes away from The Els Club and only a short walk from the Dubai International Stadium.

The Els Club spanning 7,538 yards, comes with four sets of tees, offering players a range of options to select from. Dubai International Stadium is one of the three cricket stadiums in the country. Besides local and international cricket matches, it hosts high-profile cricket leagues, including PSL and IPL.

While Hub Canal 1 offers many benefits of living in Dubai Sports City, it might not be ideal for those who rely heavily on the Dubai Metro for their daily commutes.

The tower only offers 1-bedroom apartments.

Dubai Miracle Garden, The Els Golf Club and Reel Cinemas at the Spring Souk are some popular nearby attractions.