Palm Jebel Ali: a guide to Palm Springs' neighbour
Palm Jebel Ali is Nakheel's largest waterfront project, and Palm Springs sits right below it on the mainland.
Palm Jebel Ali in numbers
According to Nakheel, Palm Jebel Ali spans 13.4 square kilometres, with seven islands and 16 fronds, adding around 91 km of shoreline to Dubai. Nakheel relaunched the project in 2023 with beachfront villas.
What is being built
Nakheel has released waterfront villas on the fronds, with construction progress published on its website. The wider plan includes residences, hotels and leisure destinations.
Why the neighbour matters for Palm Springs
- Proximity: Palm Springs residents live right next door to a major new waterfront.
- Mainland practicality: Sheikh Zayed Road access, planned metro connectivity, schools and a hospital within the community.
- Same developer: both are Nakheel master communities.
Compare the two in Palm Springs vs Palm Jebel Ali.
Frequently asked questions
How big is Palm Jebel Ali?
According to Nakheel, about 13.4 square kilometres with seven islands and 16 fronds.
Is Palm Springs on Palm Jebel Ali?
No. Palm Springs is on the mainland, on Sheikh Zayed Road right below Palm Jebel Ali.
