The Bristol Hotel & Residences

The Bristol is a branded hotel and residences address on Ramhan Island, Abu Dhabi, by Eagle Hills. Just 125 serviced residences in 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom layouts, with direct marina access, hotel services and generous terraces, on a protected island of mangroves and shallow water 15 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport.

Serviced Island Living, On the Marina

The Bristol is a hotel and residences, which means you own the apartment but live with the service layer of a hotel behind it. The developer describes direct marina access, curated amenities and attentive service, bringing the comfort of a home together with the ease of a fully serviced island retreat. With only 125 residences in total, this is a small building by Abu Dhabi standards, which matters if you are weighing privacy and resale scarcity against the larger towers elsewhere in the emirate.

Outdoor space is the standout feature of the floor plans. Balcony and terrace areas run from around 10 sqm on the most compact one bedroom up to 163 sqm on a four bedroom, so on several layouts the outdoor area approaches or exceeds the internal area. Units are handed over finished: porcelain tile flooring throughout, engineered stone kitchen backsplash, natural wood-toned entrance and internal doors, air conditioning, water heater, kitchen appliances, and cupboards, wardrobes and walk-in wardrobes all included.

Project Overview

The Bristol Ramhan Island: Key Facts

Ramhan Island sits just off the Abu Dhabi coast, a natural island of crystalline shallows and protected mangroves being developed by Eagle Hills as a waterfront masterplan of single family homes, a marina and curated retail. The island is around 15 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport and around 15 minutes from the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Eagle Hills was founded in Abu Dhabi and reports more than USD 80 billion in total development value across 18 or more countries, with 50 or more hotels, 10,000 or more hotel keys, 100,000 or more homes, 8 marinas and 6 malls in its portfolio. The Bristol is sold off-plan direct from the developer on a payment plan. If you are buying from overseas, we will walk you through booking, the SPA, escrow, Oqood registration and handover.

Who you are buying through

BRN 44818

Registered broker, Dubai Land Department

ORN 12207

Through H&S Real Estate, a licensed UAE brokerage

Primary market only

New launches direct from the developer, never resale

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WHY OFF-PLAN

Benefits of buying off-plan property

Lower entry price

Off-plan units are typically priced below equivalent completed stock, and the cost is spread rather than paid at once. Launch pricing is usually the lowest the developer will offer for that project.

Payment flexibility

Construction-linked schedules, and in some projects post-handover plans, keep cash flow manageable. For overseas buyers this often removes the need for UAE mortgage financing during the build.

Unit selection

At launch you choose from the full inventory: floor, aspect, layout, and view. By the time a project completes, the best-positioned units are long gone.

Capital growth potential

Buyers may benefit from price movement between launch and handover in active UAE corridors. Property values can fall as well as rise, and no return is guaranteed.

Before you commit

Off-plan is not risk-free. Completion dates can move, the finished unit can differ from the renders, and you are committing capital to something you cannot inspect. Escrow regulation protects your payments against misuse, but it does not guarantee delivery on schedule or a particular resale value. Check the developer’s track record on handover dates, read the SPA’s delay and compensation clauses, and understand the resale restrictions before you sign.

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The Bristol, Ramhan Island: common questions

What is The Bristol at Ramhan Island?

The Bristol is a hotel and branded residences project by Eagle Hills on Ramhan Island, Abu Dhabi. It holds just 125 residences in 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom layouts, with direct marina access and hotel services available to residents. The developer positions it as combining the privacy of a home with the privileges of hotel living.

Where is Ramhan Island?

Ramhan Island is a natural island just off the Abu Dhabi coast, surrounded by shallow clear water and protected mangroves. Eagle Hills is developing it as a waterfront masterplan with single family homes, a marina and curated retail. The developer quotes around 15 minutes to Abu Dhabi International Airport and around 15 minutes to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

What apartment sizes are available?

Each bedroom count comes in two layout types with different terrace sizes. One bedroom apartments are around 58.6 to 68.6 sqm sellable (roughly 631 to 738 sqft), with total gross areas including balcony from around 80.4 to 102.4 sqm. Two bedrooms are around 89.0 to 90.3 sqm sellable, with gross areas from around 105.3 to 156.4 sqm. Three bedrooms are around 118.5 to 134.9 sqm sellable, with gross areas from around 147.3 to 268.2 sqm. Four bedrooms are around 169.3 to 173.2 sqm sellable, with gross areas from around 238.0 to 332.5 sqm.

How large are the balconies and terraces?

Unusually large on many layouts. Balcony and terrace areas in the floor plan set range from around 9.9 sqm on the most compact one bedroom to 163.2 sqm on a four bedroom. Several layouts have outdoor space approaching or exceeding the internal area, including a three bedroom with 133.3 sqm of terrace against 134.9 sqm internal. If outdoor space matters to you, ask specifically which layout type you are being quoted, because the two types differ sharply.

How much does an apartment cost?

Pricing starts from AED 3.1M. The final price depends on bedroom count, floor level, terrace size and orientation, with marina-facing and waterfront-view units priced above landscape-view units. With only 125 residences in the building, availability changes quickly, so request the current price list.

What is the payment plan?

A 50/50 structure: 50% paid across the construction period and 50% on handover. Mortgage pre-approval is not required during the construction phase. The exact instalment dates and percentages are set by Eagle Hills on the project payment schedule, so confirm them in writing before you book.

When is handover?

Handover is expected in October 2028. That is a shorter construction window than most off-plan launches in Abu Dhabi right now, which shortens the period your capital is committed before you can occupy or rent. Completion dates are set by the developer and can move, so read the delay and compensation clauses in the Sales and Purchase Agreement.

What is included in the handover specification?

Living areas, kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms are finished in high quality porcelain tile flooring with painted walls and ceilings. Kitchens have an engineered stone backsplash. Entrance and internal doors are in a natural wood-toned finish. Air conditioning units, a water heater, kitchen appliances, and cupboards, wardrobes and walk-in wardrobes are all included. Bathrooms include high quality sanitary fixtures and fittings.

What does buying a branded hotel residence actually mean?

You own the apartment, and the hotel operator provides services to the building, typically including reception, housekeeping on request, maintenance and access to hotel facilities. The trade off is that service charges on branded serviced residences are usually higher than on standard apartments, because you are paying towards that service layer. Ask for the projected service charge per square foot before you commit, and ask whether a rental or leaseback programme is offered and on what terms.

Who is Eagle Hills?

Eagle Hills is a private real estate developer and investor founded in Abu Dhabi, building landmark destinations across the UAE and internationally. The company reports more than USD 80 billion in total development value across 18 or more countries, with 50 or more hotels, over 10,000 hotel keys, over 100,000 homes, 8 marinas and 6 malls.

Can overseas buyers purchase here, and could it qualify for a Golden Visa?

Non residents can buy freehold property in designated investment areas in Abu Dhabi, with no requirement to live in the UAE or hold residency first, and the purchase can usually be completed remotely. Property purchases at or above AED 2 million may qualify a buyer for a 10 year Golden Visa, and pricing here starts above that threshold. Eligibility rules for off-plan purchases are set by the ICP and change periodically, so confirm current requirements before buying for residency purposes.

How do I view the project without flying to Abu Dhabi?

We film projects on camera so you can judge the location, layouts and finish quality remotely. Request the video walkthrough for The Bristol and we will send it with the floor plan set, specification sheet and full payment schedule, then answer your questions on a booked video call.