Overview

Almal Real Estate Development is an award-winning Dubai-based luxury real estate and investments company specializing in high-end hospitality, residential, and lifestyle-driven developments across the UAE. The developer blends innovative design, strategic partnerships, and experiential living concepts to create properties that appeal to both investors and lifestyle buyers.

Almal is known for crafting flagship landmark developments and has received multiple industry accolades for architectural quality and hospitality-centric design.

Key Facts & Numbers

• Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Project Strategy: Luxury hospitality + residential mixed-use developments

• Notable Partnerships:

  • Palladium Hotel Group — manages The Unexpected hotels & residences under the Unexpected Hotels & Residences brand

  • Design & Architecture Bureau (DAR) — lead design consultant on flagship developments

• Awards:

  • Iconic Design of the Year — UAE Realty Awards 2024 for The Unexpected Al Marjan Island project

  • Hospitality Project of the Year — Construction Innovation Awards 2024

Flagship Project — Ras Al Khaimah (Al Marjan Island)

The Unexpected Al Marjan Island Hotel & Residences

Almal’s seminal project in Ras Al Khaimah is The Unexpected Al Marjan Island Hotel & Residences — a luxury mixed-use hotel and residential development poised to redefine beachfront living and experiential hospitality on the island.

Project Overview

• Location: Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah — adjacent to the future Wynn integrated resort and overlooking the Arabian Gulf

• Project Scale: 422 luxury hotel rooms and fully managed residences

• Branding & Management: Managed by Palladium Hotel Group under the Unexpected Hotels & Residences brand — drawing inspiration from its flagship experiences in Ibiza and beyond

• Design Partner: Design & Architecture Bureau (DAR) as lead design consultant

• Completion / Handover: Expected 2026–2027 (majority of units on track for late 2026 / Q1 2027)

• Amenities & Features:
  ✔ Infinity rooftop pool and multiple leisure decks
  ✔ Vibrant beach club
  ✔ Spa & wellness facilities
  ✔ Multiple restaurants and dining venues
  ✔ Beachfront access and panoramic Gulf views

• Sales: Final units launched with 70/30 payment plan (70% during construction, 30% on completion)

• Price Range: From approx. AED 1.7 million+ (varies by unit type)

Project Significance

The project is considered one of the most ambitious hospitality and residential offerings on Al Marjan Island, blending hotel-style services with residential living and bringing the Unexpected Hotels & Residences brand — a concept rooted in experiential luxury — to the UAE for the first time.

Presence Outside Ras Al Khaimah & UAE

Almal’s development portfolio goes beyond Ras Al Khaimah and includes a mix of luxury residential and hospitality offerings in other key UAE locations:

• Harrisoni Villa La Mer (Dubai)

  • Private fully furnished luxury villas on La Mer in Dubai

  • Designed to blend Arabic design influences with European lifestyle sensibilities

• The Smart Space (Dubai)

  • The UAE’s first branded off-plan business center designed for modern corporate and entrepreneurial users

• The One by Almal (Planned)

  • A resort-style residential brand concept being rolled out in Bali (inaugural project launched in 2025), with additional international resort communities planned for Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Seychelles, and Mauritius as part of the developer’s 2030 global strategy — signifying its broader international ambition.

International Presence & Partnerships

While Almal does not currently have completed physical developments outside the UAE, it is actively positioning itself as an international lifestyle and hospitality brand through:

✔ Brand extension via The Unexpected Hotels & Residences, anchored in experiences like the Unexpected Ibiza Hotel in Spain — which sets the foundation for global lifestyle branding.
✔ 2030 strategic expansion roadmap targeting lifestyle and resort communities in Bali, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Seychelles, and Mauritius — illustrating its ambition to become a global lifestyle developer in resort destinations.
✔ Partnership with Palladium Hotel Group, which operates 40+ hotels in 7 countries, providing Almal with an international operating network and brand strength.

Market Position & Strength

Almal Real Estate Development stands out through:

✔ Luxury hospitality integration: The Unexpected Al Marjan Island project blends residential and hotel experiences — a unique model in RAK’s real estate landscape.
✔ Strategic global brand partnerships: With Palladium Hotel Group and the Unexpected Hotels & Residences brand, Almal leverages international hospitality expertise.
✔ Design leadership: Collaboration with DAR enhances architectural quality and experiential design depth.
✔ Award recognition: Project design and hospitality innovation have earned accolades (e.g., Iconic Design of the Year 2024), reinforcing market credibility.
✔ Diversified portfolio: Engages across hospitality, residential, commercial, and business sectors within the UAE and globally aspirational markets.

Why Buyers & Investors Choose Almal

✔ Integrated luxury lifestyle offerings combining hospitality and residential living
✔ Strong brand partnerships increasing project credibility and global appeal
✔ Flexible purchase plans that support investor cash flow (e.g., 70/30 payment plans)
✔ Panoramic Gulf views and prime waterfront locations with resort proximity
✔ Award-winning project design and architectural excellence
✔ International expansion strategy, offering future overseas lifestyle investment opportunities