Dubai is set to welcome Maserati Island, a luxury residential development announced by Italian carmaker Maserati and property developer SAMANA COLLECTA on 9 November 2026. Located at The World Islands, the project will feature 840 branded residences, exclusive villas, private pools, beach clubs and yacht transfers to mainland Dubai. The development adds another international luxury brand to Dubai’s growing property market, with the first residential handovers scheduled to begin in 2030.
- Location: The World Islands, Dubai
- Organisations: Maserati and SAMANA COLLECTA
- Status: Announced on 9 November 2026
- Who is affected: Prospective homeowners, luxury property buyers and visitors
- Business impact: Adds another branded residential development to Dubai’s luxury real estate market
- What’s next: First residential handovers expected from 2030
Dubai is getting its own Maserati Island, bringing the Italian automotive brand into the city’s luxury residential market. Announced by Maserati and SAMANA COLLECTA, the development will be built at The World Islands, off Dubai’s coastline.
The project will feature 840 Maserati-branded residences, seven water villas and two tree villas, alongside private beaches, a floating Italian restaurant and resort-style facilities. The first phase will introduce 232 homes, with handovers expected to start in 2030.
Unlike a conventional residential tower, Maserati Island is being planned as an island lifestyle destination, with yacht transfers connecting residents to mainland Dubai.
Maserati Island Will Have 840 Branded Residences
The development’s residential collection will include 840 Maserati-branded homes, complemented by seven exclusive water villas and two tree villas surrounded by greenery.
The first phase will offer 232 residences, with configurations ranging from studios to four-bedroom apartments. Each home in this initial release is planned to include a private swimming pool and uninterrupted sea views.
Italian design will play a major role in the development. According to Maserati’s announcement, architect Carlo Colombo of A++ Studio will oversee the interior design concept.
The homes will also feature furnishings from the Giorgetti Maserati Edition collection, developed through a collaboration between the Italian furniture company and the carmaker.
This brings two established Italian design names into the project, with the aim of carrying Maserati’s styling beyond its vehicles and into residential interiors.
Floating Italian Restaurant, Beach Club and Private Beaches
Maserati Island is being planned around residential living, leisure and wellness facilities. Residents will have access to private beaches, a central lagoon, resort-style swimming pools and a beach club.
One of the more unusual additions is a floating Italian restaurant, which will bring a dining destination directly onto the water.
The development’s announced facilities also include:
- Spas and wellness facilities
- Indoor and outdoor fitness spaces
- A water sports marina
- Co-working lounges
- Retail outlets
- Concierge services
These facilities are intended to make the island suitable for year-round living rather than occasional holiday visits.
The combination of residential amenities, dining and leisure spaces also gives the development a resort-style setting. However, these are currently announced project features, and residents will have to wait until the development is completed to experience them.
Residents Will Travel by Luxury Yacht
Getting to Maserati Island will be different from travelling to most residential communities in Dubai.
The developer plans to introduce dedicated luxury yacht shuttles connecting the island to mainland Dubai. This will make water transport an important part of residents’ daily journeys.
The World Islands is an artificial archipelago located off Dubai’s coast, designed to resemble a map of the world’s continents. Developed by Nakheel, the wider project adds a different type of waterfront setting to the emirate’s property landscape.
Maserati Island will become part of this larger island destination, joining Dubai’s expanding collection of waterfront residential and hospitality projects.
However, the developer has not yet announced detailed yacht schedules, journey times or the exact mainland departure points. These details will be important for future buyers considering the practicality of living on the island.
Dubai’s Branded Property Market Continues to Grow
Maserati Island arrives as Dubai continues to attract international brands into its property sector.
Branded residences bring together property developers and established names from industries such as hospitality, fashion, automotive and design. Buyers typically get homes designed around a particular brand’s identity, with selected services and lifestyle facilities.
According to Knight Frank’s 2026 Global Branded Residence Survey, the number of branded residential projects worldwide nearly tripled between 2015 and the end of 2025. The consultancy also identified the Middle East as an important growth market for this property segment.
Dubai is particularly active in this space, with residential projects carrying names from several international luxury brands.
Figures from Morgan’s International Realty’s H1 2026 Dubai Branded Residences Report also highlight the market’s scale. The report recorded 183 branded residential developments comprising 64,744 units as of 30 June 2026.
It further reported 4,648 transactions worth AED 22.21 billion during the first half of the year.
Maserati Island adds an automotive brand to this growing collection. Its island location, private pools and yacht connectivity give it a different proposition from conventional branded apartment developments.
Maserati Island adds another high-profile residential project to Dubai’s expanding luxury property landscape.
For prospective homeowners, it introduces an island-based living concept with private pools, beach access and dedicated yacht transfers. International buyers may also find the combination of Italian automotive branding and residential design interesting.
The development could also bring further attention to The World Islands as a location for luxury residential and leisure projects.
For Dubai’s property sector, the announcement reflects continued interest from international brands looking to extend their presence beyond their traditional industries.
However, buyers will need more information before making decisions. Property prices, payment plans, booking dates and detailed transport arrangements have not yet been announced.
The next major milestone will be the development’s construction and eventual handover, currently scheduled to begin in 2030.
FAQs About Maserati Island Dubai
1. Where is Maserati Island located in Dubai?
Maserati Island will be developed at The World Islands, an artificial archipelago located off the coast of Dubai.
2. How many homes will Maserati Island have?
The project will feature 840 Maserati-branded residences, seven water villas and two tree villas. Its first phase will include 232 homes.
3. When will Maserati Island be ready?
The first residential handovers are expected to begin in 2030. The developer has not announced a complete project delivery schedule.
4. What facilities will Maserati Island offer?
Planned facilities include private beaches, swimming pools, a beach club, a floating Italian restaurant, spas, fitness spaces, a water sports marina, retail outlets and co-working lounges.
5. How will residents reach Maserati Island?
Dedicated luxury yacht shuttles are planned to connect the island with mainland Dubai. Further details about transfer schedules and departure locations are yet to be announced.
A New Island Address for Dubai’s Luxury Property Market
Maserati Island will bring a different residential concept to Dubai, combining Italian design, branded homes and island living. With 840 residences, exclusive villas and planned yacht connectivity, the project is another addition to the emirate’s growing luxury property portfolio.
While buyers will have to wait for pricing, booking details and construction updates, the first handovers are currently expected from 2030.
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