Playa Viva Al Marjan Island
Playa Viva is a fully furnished waterfront residential development by Uniestate Properties on Island 2 of Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah. The development includes 1,033 studios and 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments within a G+2 podium and 10-floor building.
Playa Viva Al Marjan Island is targeted for completion in Q4 2026, potentially making it one of the earlier new residential projects to be delivered in this part of the island. Its position neighboring Wynn Al Marjan Island gives residents convenient access to the future resort district while allowing buyers to take possession before many of the surrounding developments are completed.
For buyers searching for Playa Viva apartments for sale in Ras Al Khaimah, the main advantages are the fully furnished interiors, smart-home features, flexible 5-year post-handover payment plan, short-term rental permission, and access to the beach within approximately three minutes on foot.
Project Overview
- Developer: Uniestate Properties
- Location: Island 2, Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah
- Building: G+2 podium and 10 residential floors
- Total residences: 1,033
- Property types: Studios and 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments
- Furnishing: Fully furnished
- Smart-home system: ABB Black Box technology
- Service charge: Approximately AED 18 per sq ft annually
- Targeted completion: Q4 2026
- Beach access: Approximately three minutes on foot
- Short-term rentals: Permitted
- Rental management: In-house assistance available
- Pet friendly: Yes
- Concierge service: Yes
- Valet parking: Yes
- Resale: Permitted after 40% of the purchase price has been paid, subject to developer approval and SPA terms
Playa Viva Payment Plan
One of Playa Viva's strongest investment features is its extended 5-year post-handover payment plan. This makes the project relevant for buyers comparing off-plan apartments with post-handover payment plans in Ras Al Khaimah.
Under one available payment option, only 21.34% of the purchase price is paid before completion, with the remaining 78.66% spread across five years after handover.
- On booking: 10%
- During construction: 11.34%
- After handover: 78.66% spread across five years
- Post-handover period: Five years
- Resale eligibility: After 40% has been paid, subject to the applicable terms
Playa Viva also offers alternative payment structures and discounts for buyers prepared to make larger payments during construction or at handover. The available plan can vary according to the selected apartment, sales price, and current promotion.
Buyers should request an updated sales offer showing the exact installment dates, post-handover amount, applicable discount, registration charges, and any other fees before reserving a unit.
Playa Viva Apartments and Unit Sizes
Playa Viva offers a broad selection of apartment sizes, from compact furnished studios to larger 3-bedroom residences suitable for families or long-term use.
- Studios: Approximately 262 to 390 sq ft
- 1-bedroom apartments: Approximately 590 to 751 sq ft
- 2-bedroom apartments: Approximately 861 to 1,160 sq ft
- 3-bedroom apartments: Approximately 1,233 to 1,645 sq ft
Playa Viva 2-bedroom apartments may be particularly attractive to buyers looking for more usable living space, furnished interiors, sea or community views, and short-term rental potential near Wynn Al Marjan Island.
The availability, layout, balcony position, view, and internal area can differ significantly between units. Buyers should compare floor plans and specific unit positions rather than relying only on the bedroom category.
Fully Furnished Smart Homes
Every apartment at Playa Viva is delivered fully furnished and designed for immediate personal use or rental operation after handover. The interiors use light, natural finishes intended to complement the coastal surroundings and maximize natural light.
Residence features include:
- Contemporary furniture and coordinated interiors
- ABB Black Box smart-home technology
- Premium Franke kitchen appliances
- Expansive windows designed to increase natural light
- Natural finishes across living areas, kitchens, and bathrooms
- Private balconies with Arabian Gulf or community views
- Layouts suitable for personal use, holiday homes, or rental investment
The furnished specification reduces the additional cost and setup time normally required before moving in or listing an apartment for rent.
Amenities and Resident Facilities
Playa Viva is planned as a self-contained residential community with leisure, wellness, dining, and everyday convenience facilities within the development.
Pools and Outdoor Living
- Infinity pool with Arabian Gulf views
- Poolside sundeck
- Outdoor cinema
- BBQ and firepit areas
- Shaded picnic spaces
- Landscaped outdoor areas
- Waterfront promenade
- Beach access approximately three minutes away on foot
Wellness and Fitness
- Fully equipped gym
- Spa and treatment facilities
- Yoga studio
- Landscaped interior garden within the wellness area
Sports Facilities
- Tennis courts
- Badminton courts
- Table tennis
Dining and Daily Convenience
- Fine-dining restaurant
- Cafes and casual dining
- Supermarket
- Pharmacy
- Concierge service
- Valet parking
These amenities support both full-time residents and short-term guests, which may help Playa Viva compete within Al Marjan Island's growing holiday-home market.
Short-Term Rental Potential
Short-term rentals are permitted at Playa Viva, with in-house management assistance available for owners who do not want to operate the property independently.
The combination of furnished apartments, proximity to Wynn Al Marjan Island, beach access, and on-site facilities may appeal to holiday-home guests. However, rental performance will depend on the apartment's purchase price, size, view, floor, ongoing service charges, management fees, and future competition from other completed projects.
Investors should compare estimated gross rental income against all operating expenses instead of relying only on projected headline returns.
Playa Viva Location on Al Marjan Island
Playa Viva is located on Island 2 of Al Marjan Island, close to Wynn Al Marjan Island and several major beachfront residential developments.
Al Marjan Island offers approximately 7.8 km of beaches and 23 km of waterfront, together with hotels, residences, restaurants, cafes, walking areas, and water-sports facilities.
Nearby attractions and connections include:
- Wynn Al Marjan Island neighboring the development
- Beaches within walking distance
- Waterfront cafes and dining
- Walking and cycling areas
- Water sports and sailing
- Green parks and shaded promenades
- Views toward the Arabian Gulf and Hajar Mountains
- Ras Al Khaimah International Airport approximately 25 minutes away
- Dubai International Airport approximately 45 to 50 minutes away, depending on traffic
Playa Viva's 2026 targeted completion may allow owners to take possession before the planned 2027 opening of Wynn Al Marjan Island and before many other nearby residential projects reach handover.
About Uniestate Properties
Uniestate Properties is a UAE developer with nearly three decades of experience across residential and community developments.
The company is also involved in the construction of Playa Viva, giving it direct responsibility for both the development and building process. Buyers should still review the construction status, escrow arrangements, SPA obligations, handover provisions, and defect-liability terms before proceeding.
Why Consider Playa Viva?
- Targeted Q4 2026 completion
- Located on Island 2 near Wynn Al Marjan Island
- Fully furnished studios to 3-bedroom apartments
- Five-year post-handover payment option
- Up to 78.66% payable after handover under one available plan
- Short-term rentals permitted
- In-house rental management assistance available
- Smart-home technology and premium kitchen appliances
- Beach access approximately three minutes away on foot
- On-site dining, wellness, sports, and convenience facilities
- Pet-friendly residential community
- Resale permitted after 40% has been paid, subject to the relevant terms
Playa Viva may suit buyers prioritizing an earlier handover, furnished ownership, and a long post-handover payment period. Buyers seeking a smaller development, direct private beach, branded hotel services, or lower overall service costs should compare it carefully with other Al Marjan Island projects.
Compare Playa Viva on RAKcompare
Before buying at Playa Viva, compare it with other furnished apartments, waterfront developments, and projects offering post-handover payment plans on Al Marjan Island and across Ras Al Khaimah.
RAKcompare helps buyers compare projects by total purchase price, amount payable before handover, monthly post-handover installments, apartment size, developer, beach access, service charge, furnishing, handover date, rental rules, resale conditions, and overall investment positioning.
Request a free comparison report to see how Playa Viva compares with alternative projects based on your preferred budget, apartment size, payment structure, and investment goals.
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