Dubai’s building another island, but this one’s different. Naïa Island isn’t chasing size or flash. It’s quiet luxury—low-rise, leafy, and designed to blend into the sea, not take it over.
Meet Naïa Island
Set just off the Jumeirah coastline between Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah 3, Naïa is being developed by Shamal Holding. It’s built for calm, not crowds. The island will focus on open views, greenery, and design that doesn’t get in the way of the water.
Construction is underway, with a full opening expected by 2029. The rollout will happen in phases, so parts of it may go live earlier.
The Cheval Blanc Flex
One major highlight? Naïa will host the Middle East’s first Cheval Blanc Maison — LVMH’s ultra-lux hotel brand known for turning spaces into design-led, artful escapes. With locations in Paris, St-Tropez, and the Seychelles, this marks its regional debut. Expect 30 suites and 40 private villas, all with private pools, skyline views, and signature made-to-measure luxury.
Private Beaches for Days
Residences and estate plots will each have their own beach access—no sharing. And since the island is completely low-rise, views of the sea and city are guaranteed from pretty much everywhere.
Luxury, But Make It Chill
Naïa leans into green space and coastal flow. It’s being built with landscaped corridors, open gardens, and minimal clutter. There’ll still be restaurants, wellness areas, and a private marina—but the vibe is intentionally relaxed, not resort-chaotic.
Final Word
Naïa Island shows a shift—less spectacle, more subtlety. , and it could easily become one of the city’s most interesting coastal spots. A softer kind of luxury in a city known for doing the most.
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