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What you are really choosing

Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island is not simply an off-plan beachfront apartment. It is one of the luxury branded residences on Al Marjan Island, combining private ownership, Fairmont-operated services and an optional managed rental programme. The right unit depends on how you balance personal use, annual costs, furnishing spend and rental flexibility.

For lifestyle buyers

Direct private beach access, family and adult pools, Fairmont Fit, resident lounges, concierge and access to selected resort facilities create a full-service coastal home rather than a standard apartment building.

For rental investors

The optional managed rental programme offers a hospitality-led route to short stays. Buyers should check the 60/40 split, operating deductions, owner-use rules and the required Fairmont-approved furniture package before calculating returns.

For long-term holders

Island 4, a private beach and Fairmont branding support the long-term positioning. The trade-off is a premium service fee and a completion balance of 40% to 70%, depending on the residence type and eligible payment plan, because there is no post-handover payment plan.

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Fairmont Residences key facts

Buyers may see the project described online as Fairmont Al Marjan, Fairmont RAK, Fairmont Ras Al Khaimah or Fairmont Residences Ras Al Khaimah. The development combines 250 hotel keys and 523 Fairmont branded residences across four towers. Ardee is the developer, while Fairmont is the brand and residential hospitality operator. For a broader shortlist, review the best hotel residences on Al Marjan Island.

LocationIsland 4, Al Marjan Island

DeveloperArdee Developments

Brand and operatorFairmont Hotels & Resorts

Project typeHotel and branded residences

BuildingsFour towers

Hotel keys250

Residences523

Total hotel and residential773

BeachDirect private beach access

Short-term staysYes, through managed programme*

Construction partnerMirage*

Current stagePiling complete, foundation underway*

LaunchQ3 2025

Food and beveragePlanned on site

ConciergeDedicated Fairmont residence team

Pet servicesDog wash and paid dog walking*

FurnishingUnfurnished, paid package available

Managed rental split60 / 40*

Resale conditionAfter 40% paid*

Expected completionQ4 2028*

Residence mix

Which Fairmont residence suits you?

The published residential schedule totals 523 homes. This makes Fairmont one of the broader Al Marjan Island branded residence offerings, with practical 1-bedroom apartments, larger family layouts, duplex-style townhouses and a very limited sea-villa collection. Buyers focused on larger family formats can also compare villas and townhouses for sale in and around Al Marjan Island.

Residence type	Published count	Gross area	Buyer angle
1 bedroom	311	849 to 1,753 sq. ft.	Lowest entry point and broadest selection.
2 bedroom	145	1,399 to 1,727 sq. ft.	Balanced option for families and rental demand.
2 bedroom + study	26	1,755 to 2,067 sq. ft.	Extra flexibility for work, guests or storage.
3 bedroom	18	2,283 to 2,670 sq. ft.	Lower-supply family format.
3 bedroom townhouse	19	2,946 to 3,010 sq. ft.	Two-level living with a stronger end-user profile.
Sea villa	4	Approximately 20,000 sq. ft. GFA*	Ultra-limited beachfront format.

Penthouses and villas may appear in live sales inventory, but the brochure's published 523-unit schedule does not list penthouses as a separate count. Confirm the exact title, layout, area calculation and availability for any specific unit.

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Fairmont Residences living room with floor-to-ceiling windows and sea view — Brochure rendering of a Fairmont residence interior. Final views, furniture and finishes vary by unit and contract.

Furnishing decision

Unfurnished at purchase, with a paid Fairmont package

The residences are positioned as unfurnished, with an optional paid FF&E package. That distinction matters because owners joining the Fairmont managed rental programme are required to purchase the approved furniture package so the residence meets consistent hotel operating standards.

Personal-use buyer: more freedom to select your own furniture, subject to building and fit-out rules.
Managed-rental buyer: budget for the approved FF&E package before comparing projected returns.
Before booking: request the exact furnishing scope, price, appliance list, replacement reserve and delivery timing.

Cash-flow view

Payment plans, summer promotion and resale

Fairmont Residences uses an off-plan structure with a significant completion balance. The summer promotion indicates 40/60 for 1-bedroom residences and 30/70 for 2-bedroom residences. Buyers should confirm eligibility and assess the relevant completion payment against their expected cash position in Q4 2028.

60 / 40

Base payment plan

60% during the construction period and 40% at completion, subject to the unit-specific schedule.

40 / 60

1-bedroom summer plan

40% during construction and 60% at completion under the indicated summer promotion. Confirm the unit, price and offer expiry.

30 / 70

2-bedroom summer plan

30% during construction and 70% at completion under the indicated summer promotion. Confirm the unit, price and offer expiry.

40%

Resale threshold

Resale is indicated after 40% has been paid, subject to developer approval, NOC requirements and the SPA.

There is no post-handover payment plan. Also budget separately for applicable registration charges, furnishing, service fees, bank or currency costs and any transaction charges stated in the reservation form or SPA.

Ownership cost

What AED 35 per sq. ft. means

The indicated service fee is approximately AED 35 per sq. ft. annually, subject to final confirmation. This supports the branded common areas, residential team, security, shared utilities and resort-level operations, but it should be included in every rental or personal-use calculation.

Simple annual estimate

Unit area × AED 35 = estimated annual service fee

Use the chargeable area stated in the SPA, not a marketing plan or a third-party portal. The final budget and billing basis may change before handover.

Example area	Estimated yearly fee	Estimated monthly equivalent
850 sq. ft.	AED 29,750	AED 2,479
1,400 sq. ft.	AED 49,000	AED 4,083
2,300 sq. ft.	AED 80,500	AED 6,708

Rental programme

Understand the 60/40 split before forecasting ROI

Fairmont's optional managed rental programme is a key advantage for buyers who want a professionally operated short-term rental rather than managing guests themselves. A headline split alone is not a return forecast, so the operating agreement is essential.

Revenue definitionAsk whether 60/40 applies before or after taxes, platform fees, housekeeping, utilities, maintenance and marketing costs.

Furniture requirementThe Fairmont-approved FF&E package is required for owners who participate in the managed programme.

Owner-use rulesConfirm permitted personal-use days, blackout dates, notice periods and whether owner stays create operating charges.

Independent short staysDo not assume unrestricted self-management. Confirm whether short-term letting must remain within the approved Fairmont programme.

Fairmont Residences material board with sample finishes and furniture palette — Published material board. Final materials, colour tones, specifications and furniture package remain subject to the sale documents.

Resident experience

Private beach and hotel-level amenities

The strongest lifestyle feature is direct access to a private beach. The residential amenity plan also separates family, adult, wellness, work and entertainment spaces, helping Fairmont compete as both a full-time home and a branded holiday residence on Al Marjan Island.

Double-height Fairmont Residences owners lobby — Residents' lobby and lounge with dedicated residential arrival experience.

Adults sky pool terrace at Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island — Adults' sky pool, terrace and bar overlooking the sea.

Exterior view of the four Fairmont Residences towers — Four-tower coastal composition within the wider Ardee Al Marjan Island destination.

Colourful kids club planned for Fairmont Residences — Dedicated kids' club complements the family pool and play facilities.

Amenities that matter

Direct private beach access
Family and kids' pool
Adults' sky pool, terrace and bar
Fairmont Fit gym and studio
Spa treatment rooms, sauna and steam
Owners' lounge and private dining room
Games room and screening room
Kids' club and residents' gardens
F&B outlets and resort access
Dog wash station and paid dog-walking service

Investment lens

Why Island 4 matters, and what to be realistic about

Fairmont Residences sits on Island 4, within Al Marjan Island's established branded resort corridor and near Wynn Al Marjan Island. It may appeal to buyers considering luxury property investment near the Wynn casino in RAK, but location alone does not guarantee rental income or resale growth.

The more defensible investment case is the combination of a private beach, Fairmont operation, broad resort infrastructure, limited townhouse and sea-villa supply, and professional rental management. The main costs and constraints are the service fee, paid furnishing requirement for the rental programme, no post-handover plan and a large completion balance.

Prioritise view corridor, floor, balcony usability and distance from hotel activity.
Compare price per sq. ft. after adding furnishing and purchase charges.
Model net income after service fees and all rental-programme deductions.
Check whether your intended exit date comes after the 40% resale threshold.

Landscaped beachfront walkway beside Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island — Brochure rendering of the landscaped beachfront setting. Building, landscape and surrounding infrastructure are indicative.

Delivery check

Construction and completion

Piling is reported as completed and foundation works are underway, with completion targeted for Q4 2028. Mirage is included in the published project team; its precise construction appointment and scope should be confirmed in the current developer documentation.

Current stage

Piling completed, with foundation activity reported. Ask for the latest dated construction update rather than relying on launch material.

Target handover

Q4 2028, subject to the SPA, authority approvals and future construction progress.

Cash-flow checkpoint

Plan for the 40% completion payment, furnishing if required, registration charges and the first service-fee invoice.

Before reserving

Fairmont buyer due-diligence checklist

Use this checklist for any Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island unit, whether it is developer stock or a resale opportunity. Buyers considering developer inventory can also review the direct-from-developer buying process before paying a reservation fee.

Live unit offerConfirm price, floor, view, area, balcony, parking and all incentives in writing.

Payment scheduleMatch every instalment date to the reservation form and confirm whether the 1-bedroom 40/60 or 2-bedroom 30/70 summer plan applies.

Furnishing scopeRequest the FF&E price, item list, warranties, replacement policy and payment timing.

Rental agreementCheck the 60/40 definition, deductions, term, owner-use limits, exit rights and payment frequency.

Service chargesConfirm the chargeable area, budget, included services and treatment of hotel or resort facilities.

Resale permissionVerify the 40% threshold, NOC fee, developer approval process and any assignment conditions.

Brand documentsUnderstand that Ardee develops and sells the project, while Fairmont provides the brand and operating standards under its agreements.

Construction evidenceReview a current progress report, escrow details, SPA completion wording and delay provisions.

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Positioning

Fairmont versus a typical unbranded apartment

This is not a ranking. It shows the practical differences a buyer should price into the decision when comparing branded residences on Al Marjan Island.

Decision point	Fairmont Residences	Typical unbranded project
Operation	Fairmont branded and managed residential services	Developer or third-party building management
Beach	Direct private beach access	Private, shared or off-site depending on project
Furnishing	Unfurnished with paid approved FF&E option	Varies from unfurnished to fully furnished
Rental route	Optional managed programme with indicated 60/40 split	Independent letting or third-party management, subject to rules
Owner benefits	Published Accor ownership benefits, subject to programme terms	Usually no international hotel loyalty benefits
Annual cost	Indicated AED 35 per sq. ft.	Often lower, but fully project-specific

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Search-led answers

Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island FAQs

Clear answers to the questions buyers most often ask about Fairmont Residences price, payment terms, furnishing, rental management, private beach access and handover.

What is Fairmont Al Marjan?

Fairmont Al Marjan is the shorter search name used for Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island, a Fairmont branded residence and hotel development by Ardee on Island 4 in Ras Al Khaimah. It combines private residences, Fairmont-managed services and direct private beach access.

What is the starting price of Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island?

Prices are indicated from approximately AED 2.4 million, equal to about USD 653,500 using the AED to USD peg. The final price depends on residence type, size, floor, view and the current developer release.

What is the Fairmont Residences payment plan?

The supplied base plan is 60/40. Under the indicated summer promotion, 1-bedroom residences use a 40/60 plan, with 40% during construction and 60% at completion, while 2-bedroom residences use a 30/70 plan, with 30% during construction and 70% at completion. Confirm the exact schedule, eligible unit and offer expiry before reservation.

Does Fairmont Residences offer a post-handover payment plan?

No post-handover payment plan is indicated. Buyers should be ready for the completion balance in Q4 2028 and should compare this cash-flow requirement with projects offering extended payment terms.

Are Fairmont Residences apartments furnished?

The residences are offered unfurnished, with a paid Fairmont-approved FF&E package available. Owners who want to join the managed rental programme are required to purchase the approved package.

Does Fairmont Residences have a private beach?

Yes. Direct access to a private beach is one of the project's main lifestyle and rental-positioning features.

Who operates and manages Fairmont Residences?

Ardee Developments is the developer. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is the brand and residential hospitality operator, with concierge, common-area services and optional paid in-residence services planned under the Fairmont model.

Can Fairmont owners use short-term rentals?

Short-term rental use is supported through the optional managed rental programme. Buyers should not assume unrestricted independent holiday-home operation and should review the rental agreement before purchase.

How does the Fairmont 60/40 rental split work?

A 60/40 managed rental split is indicated, but the commercial result depends on how gross revenue, taxes, operating expenses, furniture reserves, housekeeping and owner stays are treated. Request the current programme agreement for the full calculation.

What is the service fee at Fairmont Residences?

The current indication is approximately AED 35 per sq. ft. annually, subject to the final approved budget and chargeable area. An 850 sq. ft. residence would therefore estimate at AED 29,750 per year before any separately billed services.

When can an owner resell a Fairmont residence?

Resale is indicated after 40% of the purchase price has been paid, subject to developer approval, NOC requirements, fees and the exact SPA terms.

When is Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island expected to be completed?

Completion is targeted for Q4 2028. Piling is reported as complete and foundation works are underway, but buyers should review the latest dated construction update and rely on the SPA for contractual delivery terms.

Is Fairmont Residences near Wynn Al Marjan Island?

Yes. Fairmont is on Island 4 within the wider resort district near the Wynn casino resort on Al Marjan Island. Its investment case should still be judged on the specific unit, purchase price, private beach, Fairmont management, annual fees and realistic net rental assumptions rather than proximity alone.

Is Fairmont Residences pet friendly?

The planned amenities include a dog wash station, and paid dog-walking is listed among the optional services. Confirm permitted pets, common-area rules, deposits and any rental-programme restrictions before purchasing.

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Disclaimer: This buyer guide is for general information and comparison only. It is not financial, legal, tax or investment advice and does not form part of any sale contract. Prices, availability, areas, views, payment plans, promotions, service fees, rental terms, furnishing, amenities, construction progress and completion dates are subject to change and must be verified against the latest reservation form, SPA, disclosure documents and developer confirmations. Images are brochure renderings and are indicative. RAKcompare and One Broker Group do not guarantee rental income, capital appreciation or resale liquidity. The Fairmont project is developed and sold by Ardee Developments and uses the Fairmont brand under separate agreements; Accor and its affiliates do not own, develop or sell the individual residences.

Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island: Buyer & Investment Guide