The coast
Beachfront mornings, a waterfront promenade and a marina at the heart of the destination. A yacht club, dining and two luxury hotels are part of the announced masterplan.
SAADIYAT ISLAND, ABU DHABI
Marsa Al Saadiyat
Talay villas. From AED 13.5 million.
4, 5 and 6 bedrooms. A 50/50 payment plan.Project starting priceAED 13.5m
Bedrooms4, 5 & 6
THE SHAPE OF LIFE TO COME
Where the shoreline becomes a neighbourhood.
Marsa Al Saadiyat is a planned waterfront destination on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi. Masterplanned by Aldar and formerly called Saadiyat Marina District, it brings homes, a marina, beaches and cultural experiences into one connected district.
The vision unfolds across 6.4 million square metres. Private mansions, luxury villas, waterfront apartments and branded residences are planned across the wider destination. Talay is the first announced residential address, a collection of contemporary villas.
8 kmPlanned waterfront
5.6 kmPlanned beaches
350+Planned marina berths
THREE SIDES OF ISLAND LIFE
By the water. Within the city. Close to culture.
Room to grow
A 73,800 sqm central park, walking and cycling routes, schools and nurseries form part of the planned community. Space for the everyday, as well as the exceptional.
A cultural address
The destination connects to Saadiyat Cultural District. Within Marsa, Dar al Funoon is planned as a performing arts destination, designed by Frank Gehry, with an opening announced for 2030.
A CLEARER PICTURE
Marsa Al Saadiyat project facts.
- Master developer
- Aldar
- Location
- Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- First residential address
- Talay, 4 to 6-bedroom villas
CONNECTED TO SAADIYAT
Culture on your doorstep. The city within reach.
Marsa Al Saadiyat is on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, with a planned pedestrian connection to Saadiyat Cultural District. The announced infrastructure includes future road and tunnel links towards Reem Island and Umm Yifeenah Island, and a planned underground Etihad Rail station.
Transport links and community facilities are planned. Exact access, views and completion timing depend on the individual release.
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MARSA AL SAADIYAT
Good questions. Clear answers.
What is Marsa Al Saadiyat?
Marsa Al Saadiyat is a waterfront master development on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, with Aldar as master developer. Announced on 22 July 2026, it was formerly called Saadiyat Marina District.
Which property types are planned?
The wider Marsa masterplan includes private mansions, luxury villas, waterfront apartments and branded residences. Talay is specifically described as contemporary villas. Individual specifications and availability depend on the release.
How many bedrooms do Talay villas have?
Aldar confirms 4, 5 and 6-bedroom standalone villas at Talay. The community comprises 351 villas, and Aldar set 23 September 2026 as the start of sales. Ask Luxury Located for the current unit mix and availability.
Where is Marsa Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi?
Marsa Al Saadiyat is on Saadiyat Island, with Talay near the beach, marina and NYU Abu Dhabi. The wider masterplan includes planned links to Saadiyat Cultural District. Access and views depend on the specific home.