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Hudayriyat Island

Master-planned island of homes, sport and leisure opposite Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi, developed by Modon.

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Projects listed: 1
From: AED 8.7M
Developers: 1
Handover: Q2 2031

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Hudayriyat Island (also written Al Hudayriat) is a master-planned island in Abu Dhabi. Modon describes it as a mixed-use waterfront development that brings together sport, leisure and coastal living. It sits directly opposite Al Bateen and is linked by a dedicated suspension bridge, which extends Sheikh Shakhbout bin Sultan Street. Cycling lanes also reach the island.

The leisure and entertainment district opened in November 2020. Modon Properties revealed the residential masterplan in June 2023. Homes are being delivered in phases and include apartments, townhouses, twin villas, standalone villas, mansions and residential plots. Private gated communities listed by Modon are Nawayef, Bashayer and Al Naseem.

Modon is owned by the Abu Dhabi government. It says residents can use established schools and hospitals in the neighbouring areas of Al Bateen and Al Mushrif.

Masterplan adds 53.5 km of coastline, including 16 km of beaches
Over 51 million sq m, per the Abu Dhabi Media Office
Linked to Al Bateen by a suspension bridge on Sheikh Shakhbout bin Sultan Street
Leisure and entertainment district opened in November 2020
Masterplan revealed by Modon Properties in June 2023
Gated communities: Nawayef, Bashayer and Al Naseem

Why buyers look at Hudayriyat Island

Waterfront setting

The masterplan adds 53.5 km of coastline, including 16 km of beaches.

Close to central Abu Dhabi

The island is directly opposite Al Bateen and connected by a dedicated suspension bridge.

Sport and leisure on site

Parts of the island already operate for leisure and sport, including the Marsana waterfront promenade.

Varied home types

The mix covers apartments, townhouses, twin villas, standalone villas, mansions and residential plots.

Hills and gated communities

Homes are planned on and around rolling hills, within gated communities such as Nawayef, Bashayer and Al Naseem.

Nearby schools and hospitals

Modon says residents can use established schools and hospitals in Al Bateen and Al Mushrif.

Landmarks and lifestyle

Beach
Marina
Waterfront promenade
Cycling tracks
Skate park
Children's splash park
Outdoor gym
Restaurants and cafés
Gated communities
Sports facilities

Marsana

Waterfront promenade that opened with 17 food and beverage outlets, a skate park, a children's splash park, beach access, an outdoor gym, cycle paths and a marina for over 40 boats.

Suspension bridge

Dedicated bridge to Al Bateen, an extension of Sheikh Shakhbout bin Sultan Street.

Al Bateen Beach

Beach overlooked by the Bashayer waterfront community.

Nawayef Village

First townhouses on the island, in the valley between the Nawayef West and Nawayef East hills, launched 6 May 2025.

Bashayer

First waterfront community, launched 8 December 2025, with 157 villas and 330 apartments.

Wadeem

Residential plots community with more than 1,700 plots sized for 4-, 5- and 6-bedroom villas.

Off-plan projects in Hudayriyat Island

Every published project in the area with its starting price, payment plan and handover.

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Q2 2031

Wadeem Gardens by Modon

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Modon Holding · Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi

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Homes on file in Hudayriyat Island

By bedroom count, from the unit types of the published projects.

4 beds1 projectFrom AED 8.7M 5 beds1 projectFrom AED 10.2M 6 beds1 projectFrom AED 11.6M

Where Hudayriyat Island sits

Master developer

Modon Holding

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Questions buyers ask about Hudayriyat Island

Where is Hudayriyat Island?

It is in Abu Dhabi, directly opposite Al Bateen, and is connected by a dedicated suspension bridge. Its neighbours are Al Bateen and Al Mushrif.

How big is Hudayriyat Island?

The National gives a different figure of 3,000 hectares.

Who develops Hudayriyat Island?

Modon (Modon Properties / Modon Holding), which The National reports is owned by the Abu Dhabi government.

What types of home are on the island?

Apartments, townhouses, twin villas, standalone villas, mansions and residential plots. Communities include Nawayef, Bashayer, Al Naseem and the Wadeem plots.

Is Hudayriyat Island finished?

No. Parts of the island already operate for leisure and sport, while the residential masterplan is being delivered in phases.

Is the property freehold?

Modon says it is building a coastal residential development with freehold plots and villas, and the official island site markets freehold apartments at Nawayef Park Views. Claims about nationalities and Investment Zone status come only from broker sources and are unverified.

AIArea profile drafted by Emir AI from public sources and checked by our team on 2026-10-03. Information only, not advice.

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