Dolce Residences by Wyndham vs Playa Del Sol
Side by side on price, unit sizes, payment plan and handover.
Where each one wins
Drawn from the two developments' published prices, plans and handover targets.
Lower entry price
Dolce Residences by Wyndham starts 27% lower, at AED 2,400,000 against AED 3,300,000. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
More space for the money
On average Playa Del Sol works out at about AED 2,875 per sq ft against AED 2,965 at Dolce Residences by Wyndham.
Sooner to complete
Playa Del Sol is targeted for Q4 2027, ahead of Dolce Residences by Wyndham in Q4 2028. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Side by side
| Attribute | Dolce Residences by Wyndham | Playa Del Sol |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | BNW Developments | Ellington Properties |
| Location | Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah | Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q4 2028 | Q4 2027 |
| Price from | AED 2,400,000 | AED 3,300,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 2,965 | 2,875 |
| Home types | Apartments, penthouses | Apartments, duplexes, penthouses, villas |
| Bedrooms | 1 to 3 bed | Studio to 5 bed |
| Sizes | 750 to 3,000 sq ft | 410 to 8,673 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 20/40/40 | 20/40/40 |
| Due before handover | 60% | 60% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 48,000 | AED 66,000 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | 93 | n/a |
Developer list prices and stated targets; each development page shows when its figures were last checked.
Starting prices for the same home type
| Home type | Dolce Residences by Wyndham | Playa Del Sol | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 3,500,0001,200 to 1,500 sq ft | AED 3,300,0001,116 to 1,404 sq ft | AED 200,000 more at Dolce Residences by Wyndham |
| 3-bedroom apartments | AED 5,000,0001,800 to 2,300 sq ft | AED 5,300,0001,898 to 2,263 sq ft | AED 300,000 more at Playa Del Sol |
Dolce Residences by Wyndham
The first residential project under Wyndham's Dolce brand: 93 apartments and penthouses on Al Marjan Island by BNW Developments, from AED 2.4 million. Handover is due Q4 2028.
What works
- The first residences anywhere under Wyndham's Dolce brand.
- A small building of 93 homes.
- 40% of the price is held back until handover on the plan listed by Property Finder.
What to weigh
- No BNW project page yet; unit details rest on Property Finder's listing.
- Entry pricing of about AED 3,200 per sq ft for the smallest one-bedroom is high for the emirate.
- A 20% deposit at launch is higher than on several other BNW projects.
Playa Del Sol
Ellington's second Al Marjan Island building, next to the Wynn resort, with a private jetty and beach access; two-bedrooms from AED 3.3 million and completion listed for the end of 2027.
What works
- Beachfront building with a private yacht jetty, about 5 minutes from the Wynn resort
- Completion targeted for Q4 2027, sooner than most Al Marjan Island launches
- Two published plans that hold 40% back until handover
What to weigh
- 40% of the price is due on handover, so arrange financing early
- Property Finder gives conflicting completion dates (December 2027 and mid-2026)
- Most unit types are priced on request
Dolce Residences by Wyndham or Playa Del Sol?
Which is cheaper, Dolce Residences by Wyndham or Playa Del Sol?
Dolce Residences by Wyndham has the lower starting price at AED 2,400,000, compared with AED 3,300,000 at Playa Del Sol. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Playa Del Sol has the earlier target (Q4 2027). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Dolce Residences by Wyndham is sold on a 20/40/40 plan with 60% due before handover. Playa Del Sol is sold on a 20/40/40 plan with 60% due before handover.
Are Dolce Residences by Wyndham and Playa Del Sol by the same developer?
No. Dolce Residences by Wyndham is by BNW Developments and Playa Del Sol is by Ellington Properties. Compare their delivery records on the developer pages.
Want a straight answer on which to buy?
The right choice depends on your budget, timing and what the property is for. Tell us and we'll give you a recommendation, with the reasons.
- Current price list and availability, direct from the developer
- No fee to you on off-plan purchases: the developer pays us
- One salaried adviser, not on commission, from first call to handover
