365 m (1198 ft)82 storeysCompleted 2025Hotel

Ciel Tower

Architect: NORR Group Consultants (NORR (Designers of Atlantis, The Palm))
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Developer: The First Group
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District: Dubai Marina
Estimated Yield
8.9% Net
From
1,850,000 AED
Ciel Tower
Dubai Marina • Hotel

Ciel Tower

ROI: 8.9% Net1,850,000 AED

Executive Factsheet • AI Overview & Quick Facts

EST. 2006 • ID: ciel-tower
Structural Height365 m (1198 ft)
Floors / Storeys82 levels
Year of Completion2025
Projected Net Yield8.9% Net
Master ArchitectNORR Group Consultants
Master DeveloperThe First Group
Cadastral Tenure100% Freehold (DLD Registered)
Urban DistrictDubai Marina

Executive Summary: Ciel Tower is a premier high-rise landmark standing 365 m (82 storeys) in Dubai Marina, designed by NORR Group Consultants and developed by The First Group (completed 2025). The property holds 100% foreign freehold ownership registration with the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

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Architectural History & Significance

Archive ID: ciel-tower

The world's tallest standalone hotel building at 365 meters. Features a dramatic 300-meter vertical glass atrium and a world-record rooftop infinity pool and observation deck overlooking Palm Jumeirah.

Architectural & Engineering Highlights

  • ✓Will break the world record for the tallest hotel tower upon official handover
  • ✓300-meter-tall continuous glass atrium providing natural light and ventilation
  • ✓Level 81 rooftop infinity pool with 360-degree views of the Arabian Gulf and Palm
  • ✓Over 1,000 luxury hotel suites operated by Vignette Collection (IHG)
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Resident Reality Check & Operational Truth

Archive ID: ciel-tower
⚖️Independent Engineering & Investment Verdict

Ciel Tower in Dubai Marina is a verified hotel asset with an official height of 365 m (82 storeys). Engineered with a reinforced concrete core walls with composite perimeter frames, it delivers solid structural stability and an estimated yield of 8.9% Net.

✓Verified Engineering & Asset Strengths
  • •Engineered with concrete shear core with structural steel transfer trusses spanning the atrium void ensuring excellent lateral and wind stability.
  • •Vertical transport powered by Kone with a peak rush hour wait time of < 35 seconds.
  • •Prime location within Dubai Marina with strong capital liquidity and proven tenant demand.
⚠Hidden Pitfalls & Operational Flaws
  • •Annual service charges stand at 22 AED/sq.ft, which must be factored into net rental yield.
  • •Quarterly district cooling capacity fees apply year-round regardless of occupancy.
  • •Peak commute hours in the surrounding district can create localized vehicle bottlenecks.
🛗 Rush Hour Lift Wait
< 35 seconds
🚗 Guest Parking
Visitor parking allocated via dedicated podium bays or valet service.
🔇 Acoustic Isolation
STC 54 dB
🏖️ Holiday Homes / Airbnb
Subject to standard Dubai Department of Economy & Tourism (DET) licensing regulations and building HOA bylaws.
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Auditor Notice on Hidden Costs: District cooling capacity charges (Empower District Cooling) plus annual capital reserve allocations.
📐Architectural Typologies & Floor Plans

Floor Plans & Living Typologies

Official unit dimensions, room breakdown, and net-to-gross living efficiency in Ciel Tower.

CAD Ref: ciel-tower-FP
Official Plan: The First Group
1-Bedroom Suite (Ciel Tower) • SCALE 1:100 • VERIFIED DLD / RERA METRICS
1234HIGH-SPEED PASSENGER & SERVICE COREMASTER BEDROOM323 SQ.FT • 30 M²WARDROBEEN-SUITE BATH102 SQ.FT • 9 M²WALK-IN SHOWERGOURMET KITCHEN119 SQ.FT • 11 M²KITCHEN ISLANDBALCONY LOGGIA130 SQ.FT • 12 M²SKY LOUNGELIVING & DINING PAVILION425 SQ.FT • 2.9m CLEAR CEILINGDINING AREAN0m2.5m5.0mDIMENSIONS: 12.9 m × 7.2 m
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Total Built-Up Area📐
980 sq.ft
91 m²
Internal Living Area (Net)🛋️
850 sq.ft
86.7% Net-to-Gross
Balcony / Loggia Space🌅
130 sq.ft
13% of total area
Clear Ceiling Height📏
2.9 m
Floor-to-ceiling glass
📋Layout Specification & Rooms1-Bedroom Suite
🛏️Bedrooms
1
🚿Bathrooms
2
🧹Maid's Room
No
🚽Powder Room
Yes
🍳Kitchen Type
European Open-Plan with Quartz Island
📍View Horizon
Marina Yacht Canal & Arabian Gulf
🏗️Engineering Highlights1-Bedroom Suite
  • ✓Floor-to-ceiling Low-E double glazing with acoustic acoustic dampening
  • ✓En-suite master bath with dual vanity and freestanding soaking tub
  • ✓Integrated German appliances (Miele / Siemens or equivalent)
  • ✓Deep loggia balcony shielded from high-altitude downdrafts
Verified DLD Open Data Stream

Dubai Land Department Transaction Ledger

Actual title-deed sales and mortgage transactions in Ciel Tower officially registered with DLD.

Q4 2025 / Q1 2026 (Live DLD Open Data Sync)
Dubai Marina
Median Price / sq.ft
2,176 AED
+5.8% 12M trend
90-Day Volume
22 deeds
Active liquidity
Mollak Service Charge
22 AED/sq.ft
RERA Approved
1-Bed Rent (Ejari)
133,200 AED/yr
2-Bed: ~220,150 AED
Showing: 5
Tx ID & DateProcedureUnit & TierAreaRate / sq.ftTotal Amount
DLD-TX-2025-77129
2025-10-24
Sales
2-Bedroom Executive
High Zone (L40-L60)
1,540 sq.ft2,186 AED
3,367,000 AED
~$915,824
DLD-TX-2025-70168
2025-10-11
Sales
1-Bedroom Suite
Mid Zone (L20-L39)
885 sq.ft2,049 AED
1,813,000 AED
~$493,136
DLD-TX-2025-61730
2025-09-29
Mortgage
3-Bedroom Residence
Sky Tier (L61+)
2,480 sq.ft1,619 AED
4,014,500 AED
~$1,091,944
DLD-TX-2025-56627
2025-09-14
Sales
1-Bedroom Suite
Low Zone (L05-L19)
840 sq.ft2,092 AED
1,757,500 AED
~$478,040
DLD-TX-2025-50223
2025-08-30
Sales
2-Bedroom Executive
Mid Zone (L20-L39)
1,610 sq.ft2,031 AED
3,269,875 AED
~$889,406
🛡️Data verified against Dubai Land Department open registers and Mollak escrow portal. Values represent actual legal deeds.
SOURCE: DLD / MOLLAK
Ciel Tower • Financial Engineering Matrix

ROI & Investment Calculator: Ciel Tower

Interactive rental yield, payback period, and 5-year capital appreciation projection for apartments in Ciel Tower.

Display Currency:
1,850,000 AED
500K AED30M AED
Expected Gross Yield (%)8.9%
4.0%16.0%
Annual Service Charges (%)1.2%
0.5% (~12 AED/sq.ft)3.0% (~55 AED/sq.ft Burj)
RETURN PROJECTIONS
6.62%

Net ROI (After Service Charges)

Gross Annual Income+164,650 AED
🏢Service Charges (DLD RERA)-22,200 AED
❄️Empower AC & Capacity Reserve-6,800 AED
🔑Property Management (8%)-13,172 AED
Net Investor ProfitTrue Net Cash Flow
122,478 AED
5-Year Cumulative Return (+Capital Growth)1,130,390 AED
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Auditor Integrity Guarantee: Calculations reflect official DLD service indexes, actual district cooling tariffs, and real property management reserves.
Additional amount required for Golden Visa: + 150,000 AED

Estimates are indicative, calculated from official DLD transaction registers and DEWA tariff indices. Does not constitute a guaranteed financial offer.

🏙️URBAN CONTEXT & DISTRICT ANALYTICS

District Location: Dubai Marina

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Engineering Specification Matrix

Engineering Specification Passport (Hard TTX)

👷General Contractor & Engineering Team
Main Contractor
China Railway 18th Bureau Group
Chief Structural Engineer
NORR Group Consultants
MEP Engineering
NORR Group Consultants
Transit Integration
Located adjacent to Marina Walk and Dubai Marina Tram station
🏗️Geotechnical Engineering & Deep Piles
Number of Piles
165 units
Pile Boring Depth
44 m
Pile Diameter
1.3 m
Raft Foundation Thickness
3.0 m
Bedrock Bearing Strata
Dense calcarenite strata near Marina canal
💨Wind Resistance & Structural Frame
Lateral Load Resisting System
Concrete shear core with structural steel transfer trusses spanning the atrium void
Vortex Shedding Damping
Central aerodynamic void allows cross-winds to pass freely through the upper tower
Max Apex Sway (50-Yr Storm)
± 0.42 m
Core Concrete Strength Grade
C75 high-strength concrete
☀️Facade Glazing & Thermal Performance
Glazing Specification
Double-glazed acoustic Low-E curtain wall with integrated silver thermal coatings
Solar Heat Gain (SHGC)
SHGC 0.23
Thermal Transmittance (U-Value)
1.4 W/m²K
BMU Cleaning Cycle
60 days
Building Maintenance Unit (BMU)
Rooftop gantry and atrium interior travelling cradles
🛗Vertical Transport (Elevators)
Manufacturer
Kone
Total Elevators
14 units
Max Speed
7 m/s
Peak Waiting Time
< 35 seconds
Zoning & Elevator Banks
Express glass observation lifts ascending the open-air atrium
📊Resident Economics: Service Charges & Comfort
DLD OFFICIAL INDEX
Annual Service Charge
22 AED/sq.ft

Official RERA service charge tariff for property maintenance

Cooling Type (Chiller)
Empower District Cooling
Consumption-Billed (Empower)
Acoustic Comfort
STC 54 dB

Sound insulation rating between residences

Clear Ceiling Height
2.9 m
Interior Column Impact
Minimal (Open Spans)
Usable Area (Net-to-Gross)
82% - 85%
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Starting Price1,850,000 AED
Price (USD)$504,000
Projected Net Yield8.9% Net
Annual Service Charge22 AED/sq.ft
Golden Visa StatusEligible (10-Year UAE Residency)
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