Freehold Waterfront Residence – Oystra, Luxury Apartments On Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah

Oystra is a visionary waterfront residence on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, and the first fully residential project by Zaha Hadid Architects in the UAE, bringing their signature fluid geometry to a serene island setting in the Arabian Gulf. Designed as a sculpted extension of the shoreline, the architecture features flowing, organic curves that mirror the movement of water, with materials and glazing that catch the changing light of the sea and sky throughout the day, creating an atmosphere that feels immersive, calm, and quietly exclusive.

Set on one of the UAE’s most sought-after master-planned islands, Oystra enjoys a front-row position to Al Marjan’s soft beaches, boutique resorts, and vibrant promenade lifestyle, with a five-minute walk to beach access and uninterrupted Arabian Gulf views from many residences. The island itself is entering a new growth cycle with the arrival of Wynn Al Marjan Island, opening in 2027 as the region’s first integrated gaming resort, an entertainment and hospitality landmark expected to elevate tourism, drive global demand, and position Al Marjan as a new leisure and investment hub while preserving its tranquil, resort-style character. Residents of Oystra will live just minutes from this new icon, as well as Al Hamra Golf Club, Al Hamra Marina Walk, and Al Hamra Mall, with RAK International Airport around 20 minutes away and Dubai International Airport approximately 55 minutes by car.

Inside, Oystra offers a curated mix of spacious 1–4 bedroom apartments, duplexes, penthouses, and a Royal Penthouse, all planned for modern, high-comfort living with generous layouts and panoramic glazing. A typical one-bedroom residence offers around 850 sq ft (approximately 79–80 m²), while larger two- and three-bedroom apartments extend up to about 2,450 sq ft, with higher-typology units available on request for those seeking more space and exclusivity. The interiors and common areas are designed in collaboration with world-renowned partners HBA, Dewan, and Cracknell, ensuring a seamless dialogue between architecture, interior design, and landscape, with a focus on tactile materials, soft tones, and spatial fluidity that echo the project’s overall organic language.

Life at Oystra is anchored by a resort-grade amenities collection designed to support wellness, leisure, and social connection every day. Residents can enjoy a 150-meter crystal lagoon with a man-made beach, elevated poolside lounges, private cabanas, and a dramatic rooftop 360° infinity pool that frames the skyline of Al Marjan Island. Wellness facilities include an expansive state-of-the-art fitness center with outdoor activity access, private training studios, yoga pavilions and an outdoor yoga lawn, paddle courts, a golf simulator and putting greens, as well as a spa with steam and sauna rooms, indoor pools, and dedicated treatment rooms.

For entertainment and lifestyle, the development offers a private cinema/theater, a golf simulation lounge, art gallery, games rooms for adults and teenagers, and a children’s soft-play area, all designed as refined yet relaxed spaces where residents can unwind or host guests. A luxurious beach club features an outdoor crystal lagoon infinity pool, fine dining, gazebos, sun decks, and bars, complemented by a premier rooftop dining venue with 360° infinity pools and exceptional outdoor amenities overlooking Al Marjan. Everyday convenience is elevated by an on-site healthcare unit, a convenience store, curated landscaping with water features, plenty of green spaces, and a welcoming arrival experience with valet parking and dedicated drop-off areas.

Oystra’s service offering is crafted to feel like a private members’ resort, with 24-hour concierge, VIP lobbies and reception areas connected to 26 elevators, and private, key-activated elevator access with entry vestibules for penthouse residences. The building configuration (2B+G+P+18) provides two basement parking levels, a ground floor and podium, and 18 residential floors, ensuring ample parking and efficient vertical circulation for residents and guests. These operational details are paired with high-touch hospitality-style service, creating a lifestyle that balances privacy, ease, and discretion for both end-users and investors.

From an investment perspective, Oystra benefits from Ras Al Khaimah’s pro-investor environment, with zero income tax, capital gains tax, or property tax, and a growing tourism and hospitality pipeline under RAK Vision 2030’s tourism and investment masterplan. The project is positioned as a lower buy-in opportunity compared with some prime waterfront markets in the UAE, while offering strong appreciation potential, high rental yields supported by booming demand, and high liquidity driven by exceptional buyer interest in Al Marjan Island and the Wynn resort story. With pricing in Tower B starting around AED 2.9M for a one-bedroom apartment of approximately 850 sq ft, and a payment plan of 50/50 with handover scheduled for Q2 2029, investors can phase their capital commitments over the construction period while securing early entry into a flagship branded architectural icon.

Overall, Oystra is conceived as a living masterpiece where architecture, landscape, and sea converge to create a sophisticated, resort-style residential address that is as compelling for lifestyle buyers as it is for long-term investors looking to capture the upside of Ras Al Khaimah’s next decade of growth.