RAK Properties develops master-planned waterfront and mixed-use communities, residential apartments, villas, townhouses, spaces, hotels, resorts, marinas and hospitality assets in Ras Al Khaimah and elsewhere in the UAE, serving investors, residents, tourists and end-users through development, sales, leasing and operations.
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AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Residences Phase 2Hayat Island, Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah324 units | 9.5/ 10 | 9.4/ 10 | 9.5/ 10 |
Google Reviews/Maps supplies the largest qualifying review base, with 4.8/5 from 22 reviews; using the specified conversion curve gives an anchor of 9.4/10. The visible written feedback is strongly positive on waterfront setting, cleanliness, landscaping, amenities and finish, so the score moves slightly upward, but the recent handover and limited management-specific evidence make the result less certain than the headline rating suggests. | Not found in sources: No reported leaks · No reported lift failures · No recurring structural complaint published · No recurring plumbing complaint published · No recurring HVAC complaint published · No recurring electrical complaint published · No recurring waterproofing complaint published | Not found in sources: Limited management feedback · No recurring service complaint · No recurring security complaint | |
The published material contains only limited resident-style physical-condition evidence. One Google review says, “The build quality and finishing are outstanding, and the attention to detail is clear throughout”; no reviewed source reported a recurring leak, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, lift or waterproofing failure. The developer’s February 2026 project update reported Bay Residence Phase 2 at 99.2% complete as of 31 December 2025, but that is a construction-status disclosure rather than a resident condition rating. | The available reviews describe a largely positive day-to-day setting: one reviewer called it a “clean, quiet and comfortable apartment building” with private beach access, friendly people, landscaping and an infinity pool, while another highlighted the sea view. Evidence about management response, security and long-term maintenance is thin because the building was recently handed over and the visible review sample is small; one individual review rated it 2/5 despite mentioning the location and beach view. | ||
| Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah ResortMina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah174 units | 9.4/ 10 | 8.7/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.8/5 · 1,210 reviews · tripadvisor.co.uk Booking.com 9.4/10, 9.4/10 · 1,044 reviews · booking.com Combined from 3 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 8.7. | 8.1/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.7/5, 4.7/5 · 1,210 reviews · tripadvisor.co.uk Agoda 9.5/10, 9.1/10, 8.9/10, 8.2/10 · 1,883 reviews · agoda.com Booking.com 9.3/10, 9.2/10, 8.5/10 · 1,044 reviews · booking.com Combined from 9 published figures on 3 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 8.1. |
Google Reviews/Maps supplies the largest published review base and its 4.8/5 overall rating converts to 9.4/10 under the specified curve. Tripadvisor, Agoda and Booking.com broadly corroborate a high-quality guest experience, although Booking.com is materially lower and the written evidence identifies recurring service delays and a pool-tile defect. The score is therefore kept at 9.4, with structure and living both scored only from the published sub-scores and physical/operational review evidence. | Not found in sources: No detailed engineering evidence | ||
Published review evidence is generally positive on physical condition: Tripadvisor records 4.8/5 for rooms and cleanliness, while Booking.com reports 9.4/10 for comfort and cleanliness. The main specific defect found was a Google review saying, “the pool ... tiles are loose and many are missing”; Tripadvisor's review summary also refers to occasional maintenance issues, so the structural picture is positive but not defect-free. | The dominant guest feedback describes a calm, clean resort with strong amenities and warm service: one Agoda reviewer called it “a calm, private, and relaxing environment overall,” while another praised “friendly and attentive staff.” The negative operational evidence is specific rather than dominant: a 6.8/10 Agoda review reported waiting 40 minutes for calls, slow coffee and water service, dirty tables and slow refills; an older professional review also recorded a lunch order taking more than 30 minutes. | ||
| InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & SpaHayat Island, Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah351 units | 8.7/ 10 | 6.5/ 10 | 8.0/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.6/5, 4.8/5, 4.7/5 · 2,687 reviews · tripadvisor.com Travel Buddies 8.8/10, 8.9/10, 9.1/10, 9.1/10, 8.1/10 · 1,582 reviews · travel-buddies.com Combined from 8 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 8. |
Trivago’s 9.0/10 from 5,932 ratings is the largest published review base and sets the guest-convention anchor at 8.0 before adjustments. The reported written evidence is mostly positive and the other large aggregates are also strong, but repeated service-pressure and room-maintenance complaints justify a modest net reduction; structure is kept separate and lower because the only physical-condition evidence is anecdotal room-maintenance feedback, not an engineering rating. | |||
Published guest feedback contains no engineering inspection or framework evidence, so no conclusion is made about structural integrity, waterproofing design or electrical infrastructure. The available room-condition evidence is mixed: one reviewer reported that “water leaks out of the shower” and leaves bathroom puddles, while another said that “everything is constantly breaking, either the air conditioner or the shower clogs”; other reviews described clean bathrooms, comfortable rooms and good room controls. | Day-to-day guest feedback is strongly positive about hospitality: reviewers called the staff “phenomenally” served and described service as “second to none,” while Tripadvisor’s published summary highlights beautiful pools, a pristine beach and excellent service. The negative operational evidence is specific rather than universal: one guest reported restaurant queues, incorrect orders, poor arrival orientation, missing housekeeping and an unreachable telephone, and Tripadvisor notes occasional slow responses. | ||
| Gateway I ResidencesRaha Island, Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah144 units | 8.0/ 10 | —/ 10 | 8.0/ 10 |
Google Reviews/Maps provides the qualifying anchor at 4.4/5 from 101 reviews, converting to 8.2 under the specified curve. The written feedback is mostly positive on cleanliness, amenities, views and community, but the report includes a serious road-safety complaint and a humidity/maintenance complaint, which pull the resident-experience score down to 8.0. No independent structure rating was published, so structure is left unevidenced. | Not found in sources: No independent engineering evidence · No published plumbing evidence · No published electrical evidence | ||
The available infrastructure-related feedback is limited. One resident reported indoor humidity of “70 - 80%” and said the maintenance team was unable to fix it; another reviewer described the apartments as having “great AC.” Bayut lists central air-conditioning and regular maintenance services, but this is a building description rather than an independent condition rating. | Day-to-day reviews are mostly favorable: residents describe the property as “very clean,” “quiet,” and comfortable, with “24/7 safety,” a pool, gym and “great neighbors.” The main operational concern is that residents reportedly complained about speeding and pedestrian danger near the bridge, while one resident also said RAK Properties did not resolve the issue; the gym was described as small in another review. | ||
| Marbella I VillasHayat Island, Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah205 units | 7.1/ 10 | 6.5/ 10 | 6.6/ 10 Booking.com 8.8/10, 7.4/10, 7.9/10, 8.7/10 · 25 reviews · booking.com Booking.com 7.9/10, 8.9/10 · 25 reviews · booking.com Combined from 6 published figures on 1 platform, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 6.6. |
The 4.2/5 building aggregate from 56 reviews sets the level and converts to 7.8/10 under the supplied curve. The smaller Booking.com guest sample is materially weaker and lower, while the written feedback contains serious but unverified single-review reports of falling stones, flooding, pests and pool-security problems; repeated praise for quietness, beach access and helpful management offsets part of that downward pressure. | |||
The available physical-condition feedback is mixed and largely anecdotal. One reviewer reported “building quality is very, very bad,” stones falling from the building, badly done bathrooms, defective closets and poor bathroom sealant; another reported cockroaches and flooded bathroom sinks. No independent engineering inspection or published structural score was located, so these are reported complaints rather than verified defects. | Guest reviews describe a “very quiet area,” short walking distance to the beach and pool, and helpful management; Booking.com’s published category scores were staff 8.8/10, facilities 7.4/10, cleanliness 7.9/10 and location 8.9/10. Counter-feedback reports that the shared pool became “extremely full,” there were no umbrellas, and pool access control was weak; Property Finder’s 2025 lifestyle guide also says the wider area was still developing and residents need a car. | ||
| Marbella II VillasHayat Island, Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah89 units | 6.0/ 10 | 7.4/ 10 Property Finder 5/5 · 1 review · propertyfinder.ae Property Finder publishes 5/5 from 1 review. Adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall, and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint (more strongly the fewer the reviews), that gives 7.4. | 7.0/ 10 Property Finder 5/5 · 1 review · propertyfinder.ae Booking.com 8.8/10, 7.4/10, 7.9/10, 8.7/10, 7.9/10, 8.9/10 · 25 reviews · booking.com Combined from 7 published figures on 2 platforms, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 7. |
Booking.com supplies the largest applicable review base at 7.5/10 from 25 guest reviews; applying the requested guest-rating convention gives a 5.0/10 anchor. Property Finder's 5.0/5 results are reported for completeness but cannot anchor because each review base is below 10, and no recurring complaint or praise theme met the reporting threshold. | Not found in sources: No recurring structural complaint established · No published plumbing evidence · No published HVAC failure evidence · No published electrical failure evidence · No published leak or waterproofing evidence | ||
The building-specific Property Finder review gave Maintenance 5.0/5 and described “quality finishes” and “well-maintained amenities.” The available guest review page reported Facilities 7.4/10 and Cleanliness 7.9/10, but it did not establish a recurring structural or systems failure; the negative tags therefore describe evidence gaps rather than findings against the building. | The resident-facing Property Finder review called the community peaceful, family-friendly and supported by “responsive management.” Booking.com guests praised the “quiet area,” helpful host and staff, and beach/pool access, while selected guest feedback also reported late cleaning/check-in and delayed supplies; these are short-stay reports and should not be treated as proof of a persistent resident problem. | ||
| Julphar ResidenceAl Reem Island, Abu Dhabi266 units | 4.5/ 10 | 3.0/ 10 | 3.6/ 10 |
The building-specific Google aggregate of 3.1/5 from 64 reviews sets the level, converting to 4.3/10 before commentary. Repeated severe water-ingress/flooding reports and recurring operational and systems complaints justify a downward adjustment, while positive comments about security, cleanliness, amenities and location prevent a still lower result. The structure and living sub-scores are separate evidence-weighted judgments and remain unevidenced by a building-specific aggregate sub-score. | |||
The physical-condition feedback is substantially negative: reviewers report ceiling and room leaks, dampness/fungus, low water pressure, AC failures, poor balcony-door sealing and cheap finishes. One resident said a water heater failure “flood[ed] the entire space,” while another reported an almost year-long bathroom ceiling leak after nearly 10 maintenance visits; a contrasting review said the AC worked well and that there were no maintenance issues. | Daily-life reviews are mixed but lean negative. Positive comments call the tower “clean, quiet” with “good views,” helpful security, a nice gym and pool, while complaints say maintenance is unreliable, parking ramps are narrow, elevators and refuse areas are dirty, and management/security do not control access adequately. |
###### Dubai Bay Square Building 8, 1st Floor 103, 104, 105, Al Asayel St, Business Bay, Dubai, UAE
###### Abu Dhabi 23rd floor, Sky Tower, Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Luxury beach resort and branded residences at Mina.
Joint premium waterfront residential development on Hayat Island.
Government stake increase from 5% to circa 34%.
Branded resort and beach club in Mina Al Arab.
AED 2 billion financing facility for Mina Al Arab growth and green buildings.
Staybridge Suites at Mina Al Arab Hayat Island.
Anantara branded residences in Mina Al Arab.
Four Seasons
In partnership with RAK Properties, Four Seasons to introduce a world-class Resort, Private Residences, and state-of-the-art amenities, redefining luxury island living within Mina development
In partnership with RAK Properties, Four Seasons to introduce a world-class Resort, Private Residences, and state-of-the-art amenities, redefining luxury island living within Mina development
Ellington Properties
have signed an agreement to develop a premium residential beachfront project located in a prime location on Hayat Island, in Mina Al Arab
have signed an agreement to develop a premium residential beachfront project located in a prime location on Hayat Island, in Mina Al Arab
Government of Ras Al Khaimah
Government expresses confidence in company increasing stake from 5% to circa. 34%, pending ADX approval
Government expresses confidence in company increasing stake from 5% to circa. 34%, pending ADX approval
Nikki Beach Global
RAK Properties partners with Nikki Beach Global to open first branded resort and beach club in Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah
RAK Properties partners with Nikki Beach Global to open first branded resort and beach club in Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah
Commercial Bank of Dubai
Partnership with the Commercial Bank of Dubai to secure AED 2 billion financing facility to fuel ambitious growth plans in Mina Al Arab and commitment to developing green buildings
Partnership with the Commercial Bank of Dubai to secure AED 2 billion financing facility to fuel ambitious growth plans in Mina Al Arab and commitment to developing green buildings
IHG Hotels & Resorts
RAK Properties has expanded its strategic partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts with the introduction of Staybridge Suites at Mina Al Arab Hayat Island.
RAK Properties has expanded its strategic partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts with the introduction of Staybridge Suites at Mina Al Arab Hayat Island.
Minor Hotels
RAK Properties has expanded its partnership with Minor Hotels to introduce the upcoming Anantara Branded Residences
RAK Properties has expanded its partnership with Minor Hotels to introduce the upcoming Anantara Branded Residences
| OTHER | Emiree Decree No. 5 Ruler of the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah · AE |
| United Arab Emirates | active 9 projects tracked |
| Residential, for sale | 7 of 9 |
| Hotel | 2 of 9 |
Abdul Aziz Abdullah Al Zaabi Chairman Sheikh Ahmed Omar Al Qassimi Director Mohamed Musabbeh Al Nuaimi Deputy Chairman Abdallah Rashed Alabdouli Director Mohamed Ghobash Al Marri Director
The current board members were elected by the General Assembly held on March 20, 2024 for a period of three calendar years starting from the date of their election
The current board members were elected by the General Assembly held on March 20, 2024 for a period of three calendar years starting from the date of their election
Abdul Aziz Abdullah Al Zaabi Chairman
The Board of Directors has the broadest authority to carry out all actions and operations on behalf of the company
Abdul Aziz Abdullah Al Zaabi Chairman
Muhtadi has a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Enfield College, UK
an MSc in Construction Management from George Washington University, USA
Sameh Muhtadi is a real estate industry veteran with a proven track record in the sector.
Chief Executive Officer - RAK Properties (Current)
He has previously held leadership positions at Arabtec Construction, The Morgan Stanley – Orascom Infrastructure Fund, Emaar Properties-Misr and Orascom-Contrack.
Chief Executive Officer, RAK Properties
As the CEO of RAK Properties since 2022, Sameh has led the company to formulate and achieve its strategy
Sameh Muhtadi brings to his role more than 30 years of experience in real estate development and investment, construction management, project management, financial regulations, and planning. He has previously held leadership positions at Arabtec Construction, The Morgan Stanley – Orascom Infrastructure Fund, Emaar Properties-Misr and Orascom-Contrack.
As the CEO of RAK Properties since 2022, Sameh has led the company to formulate and achieve its strategy and carry on with its vision and mission, overseeing the high-level communication with stakeholders and the Board to ensure that strategic objectives are achieved.
Chief Executive Officer, RAK Properties
Sameh Muhtadi brings to his role more than 30 years of experience in real estate development and investment
He has previously held leadership positions at Arabtec Construction
Emaar Properties-Misr
Muhtadi has a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Enfield College, UK
an MSc in Construction Management from George Washington University, USA
Chief Executive Officer, RAK Properties
Mohamed Musabbeh Al Nuaimi Deputy Chairman
The current board members were elected by the General Assembly held on March 20, 2024 for a period of three calendar years starting from the date of their election
The current board members were elected by the General Assembly held on March 20, 2024 for a period of three calendar years starting from the date of their election
Mohamed Musabbeh Al Nuaimi Deputy Chairman
The Board of Directors has the broadest authority to carry out all actions and operations on behalf of the company
Mohamed Musabbeh Al Nuaimi Deputy Chairman
Sheikh Ahmed Omar Al Qassimi Director
The current board members were elected by the General Assembly held on March 20, 2024 for a period of three calendar years starting from the date of their election
The current board members were elected by the General Assembly held on March 20, 2024 for a period of three calendar years starting from the date of their election
Sheikh Ahmed Omar Al Qassimi Director
Sheikh Ahmed Omar Al Qassimi Director
Sheikh Ahmed Omar Al Qassimi Director
Abdallah Rashed Alabdouli Director
The current board members were elected by the General Assembly held on March 20, 2024 for a period of three calendar years starting from the date of their election
The current board members were elected by the General Assembly held on March 20, 2024 for a period of three calendar years starting from the date of their election
Abdallah Rashed Alabdouli Director
Abdallah Rashed Alabdouli Director
Abdallah Rashed Alabdouli Director
Mohamed Ghobash Al Marri Director
The current board members were elected by the General Assembly held on March 20, 2024 for a period of three calendar years starting from the date of their election
The current board members were elected by the General Assembly held on March 20, 2024 for a period of three calendar years starting from the date of their election
Mohamed Ghobash Al Marri Director
Mohamed Ghobash Al Marri Director
Mohamed Ghobash Al Marri Director
0 undated completions and 0 boundary-uncertain completions are retained but excluded from figures.
| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Residences Phase 2 | Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates Hayat Island, Mina Al Arab | residential for sale | 3241 | — | — | — | — | 2023 | Q1 2023 | Jan 2025 – Dec 2025 | Jan 2026 – Mar 2026 | +7.5 mo (+1.0 to +14.0) | sourced | completed |
| Gateway II Residences | Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates Hayat Island, Mina Al Arab | residential for sale | 1461 | — | — | — | 20% on booking, 30% during construction, 10% upon handover, 40% within 24 months PH1 | 2022 | 30 January 2022 | Jan 2026 – Jun 2026 | Jan 2025 – Dec 2025 | −9.0 mo (−17.0 to −1.0) | sourced | completed |
| Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort | Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates Mina Al Arab | hotel | 1741 | — | — | — | 60/401 | 2015 | 8 September 2015 | Sep 2018 – Dec 2018 | Jan 2024 | +62.5 mo (+61.0 to +64.0) | estimated | completed |
| Marbella II Villas | Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates Hayat Island, Mina Al Arab | residential for sale | 891 | — | — | — | 20/801 | 2023 | Q1 2023 | Oct 2024 – Dec 2024 | Jan 2024 – Dec 2024 | −4.5 mo (−11.0 to +2.0) | sourced | completed |
| Julphar Residence | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Al Reem Island | residential for sale | 2661 | 23 | — | — | 10/901 | 2023 | 23 January 2023 | — | Jan 2023 – Dec 2023 | — | not scorable | completed |
| InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa | Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates Hayat Island, Mina Al Arab | hotel | 3511 | — | — | — | — | 2008 | 9 June 2008 | Jan 2019 – Dec 2019 | Mar 2022 | +32.5 mo (+27.0 to +38.0) | estimated | completed |
| Marbella I Villas1 | Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates Hayat Island, Mina Al Arab | residential for sale | 2051 | — | — | — | 10% on booking, 10% on handover, 80% post-handover1 | 2018 | 2018 | Jan 2021 – Jun 2021 | Jan 2022 | +9.5 mo (+7.0 to +12.0) | estimated | completed |
| Gateway I Residences | Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates Raha Island, Mina Al Arab | residential for sale | 1441 | 8 | — | — | 5 Years Payment Plan1 | 2018 | Q4 of 2018 | Jan 2019 – Dec 2019 | Apr 2020 | +9.5 mo (+4.0 to +15.0) | estimated | completed |
| Bermuda Villas | Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates Raha Island, Mina Al Arab | residential for sale | 1571 | — | — | — | 20 / 801 | 2014 | 14 June 2014 | Apr 2016 – Jun 2016 | Jan 2017 – Dec 2017 | +13.5 mo (+7.0 to +20.0) | sourced | completed |
| Auditor | Grant Thornton |
| Coverage | active |
| Tracked since | October 6, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 7, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 7, 2026 |
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