Splendour Villas, Al Safa
Project Highlights
Key features
90 gated duplex villas (4 BR,3,300 sq ft, private pool & garden)
Fitness centre, squash & tennis courts, mini football pitch, basketball ring
Steam/sauna facilities, children’s playground
Covered parking, maid’s rooms, landscaped balconies/patios
24/7 security and on site maintenance
Prime access: SZR, supermarkets, schools, Safa Park
Splendour Villas is a luxurious villa compound located within the established Al Safa 1 community, designed and managed by Meraas Group through Wasl Asset Management . Completed in the mid 2000s, the community comprises 90 Mediterranean-style duplex villas, each approximately 3,300 sq ft, featuring private pools, landscaped gardens, and covered parking.
Each villa includes a maid’s room, utility area, and spacious balcony overlooking the pool and gardens . The gated design ensures privacy and a secure ambiance, enhanced by tree-lined internal pathways and communal green spaces tailored for family living .
Residents enjoy access to comprehensive on-site amenities: a gym, squash and tennis courts, sauna and steam rooms, playgrounds, and a scaled football pitch. This makes Splendour Villas suitable for families seeking both luxury and active living.
Strategically located just off Sheikh Zayed Road, the community offers convenient access to downtown landmarks, the beach, Safa Park, and major transit routes, making it attractive to both families and professionals.
Market Trends & Living Insights
Real Estate Market Trends & Prices in Splendour Villas
Average annual rent for a 4 bedroom villa is around AED 350k:420k (e.g., AED 420k/year typical).
Villas command a premium (c. 30%:40%) above wider Al Safa average (AED 320k:350k).
Popular Property Types & Layouts in Splendour Villas
Exclusively 4 bedroom duplex villas (3,300 sq ft)
Ground floor: living room, kitchen, maid’s room, private pool, and garden
First floor: four en suite bedrooms, built in wardrobes, balconies
Pros & Cons of Living in Splendour Villas
Pros:
Private, gated compound with high level security
Full private outdoor spaces and family friendly amenities
Excellent connectivity to SZR and core Dubai areas
Cons:
No variety in layout (only 4 BR duplexes)
Premium pricing limits affordability and availability
Only rental properties (villa options limited to one type)
Transportation & Parking
Public Transportation in Splendour Villas
Al Safa Metro Station (Red Line): 4 minutes away; connects to Business Bay, Dubai Mall, and beyond.
Business Bay / Umm Al Sheif Metro Stations: 6:10 minutes away, offering frequent metro services.
Bus routes: Local lines such as Bus 93 can be accessed from Safa Shopping Centre (5 min drive).
Taxis & ride hailing: Widely available just outside the compound.
Amenities, Schools & Healthcare
Supermarkets near Splendour Villas
A convenient range of grocery options cater to daily needs:
Spinneys Umm Suqeim (6 min drive)
Al Soueida Grocery, Al Burtoqal & Al Tofah Mini Mart, Ghazal Al Madina Grocery (local)
Park & Shop (Umm Suqeim) (6 min drive)
Mosques, Temples & Churches in Splendour Villas
Mosques: Masjid Aisha Umm Al Mumineen, Al Khair Mosque, Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque all within 5:10 min drive
Churches:Immanuel Assembly of God Church 14 min drive
Temples: Temples in Bur Dubai :16 min drive
Schools and Higher Education in Splendour Villas
Schools (British Curriculum):
The English College Dubai (0.4 km)
Jumeirah College (0.7 km)
GEMS Jumeirah Primary School (0.7 km)
Higher Education:
MENA College of Management (5 min drive)
Jumeira University (5:10 min drive)
Clinics and Hospitals Near Splendour Villas
Noor Al Wasl Clinic (5:7 min drive)
One Aesthetic Clinic (5:7 min)
Quality Care Dental Centre (5:7 min)
Medcare Hospital Al Safa (7:10 min)
Emirates Hospital Jumeirah (7:10 min)
Dubai London Clinic & Specialty Centre (7:10 min)
Nearby Areas
Splendour Villas enjoys a highly central location within the Al Safa district, offering residents seamless access to several prominent Dubai neighborhoods. The community is surrounded by both tranquil residential areas and vibrant urban destinations, making it ideal for families and professionals alike.
Wasl Square & Al Safa Complex (North): Located just across from Splendour Villas, these low rise residential areas offer additional amenities such as parks, cafes, Spinneys supermarket, and early education centers. Wasl Square also connects to Al Wasl Road, a popular corridor for daily commuting and local businesses.
Umm Suqeim (Southwest): A family oriented coastal neighborhood known for its beaches, schools like King's School Dubai, and iconic attractions such as Wild Wadi Waterpark and the Burj Al Arab. Just a 10:12 minute drive away, Umm Suqeim is perfect for weekend outings and coastal dining.
Al Wasl & Jumeirah (North): These prestigious communities are known for elegant villas, tree lined streets, and a blend of heritage and modernity. Jumeirah features La Mer Beachfront, Jumeirah Mosque, and numerous boutique restaurants along Jumeirah Beach Road. Al Wasl offers easy access to Sheikh Zayed Road and is home to City Walk and Boxpark.
Al Quoz 3 & Al Manara (East): Located across Sheikh Zayed Road, these areas blend residential quietude with urban convenience. Al Quoz is also an evolving art and industrial hub with galleries, fitness studios, and the popular Alserkal Avenue. Al Manara, on the other hand, is a refined villa district with top tier schools and quick access to major roads.
This strategic location gives residents at Splendour Villas easy access to both lifestyle destinations and daily conveniences across the city.
Lifestyle & Leisure
Shopping Malls in Splendour Villas
Restaurants in Splendour Villas
Wide choices including Seaworld Food Restaurant, Humhumesh Arabic, Eric’s Confectionary, Jailbird, Majlis Al Sultan, Slice and Mix, plus cafes like Filli Café and Catch 22 (5:10 min)
Other Dining Options in Splendour Villas
Beaches Near Splendour Villas
Kite Beach 8 min
Al Sufouh (Secret Beach) 10 min
Umm Suqeim Beach (Sunset Beach) 10 min
Leisure & Landmarks in Splendour Villas
Al Safa Park (6 min: jogging, BBQ, play areas, canal views)
Wild Wadi Waterpark (13 min)
Dubai Fountain (short drive)
Outdoor, Fitness & Beauty in Splendour Villas
On site facilities: squash, tennis, mini fotball, children’s play, gym, sauna/steam
Nearby gyms: Fitness First Oasis, Max Burn, GymNation Al Quoz
Community Events in Splendour Villas
Residents regularly attend events at nearby Alserkal Avenue (arts, fashion, design, performing arts), and beach-side festivals in Dubai Mall area
FAQs
Splendour Villas lies within Al Safa 1, a short drive from Sheikh Zayed Road. It provides easy commutes:
Burj Khalifa approx. 13 min
Dubai Mall approx. 11 min (nearby)
Dubai Marina approx. 20:23 min via SZR
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