Nikki Beach Residences vs Shoreline by DAMAC
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
Shoreline by DAMAC starts 33% lower, at AED 4,534,000 against AED 6,773,200. 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 Shoreline by DAMAC works out at about AED 2,730 per sq ft against AED 3,237 at Nikki Beach Residences.
Sooner to complete
Shoreline by DAMAC is targeted for Q3 2028, ahead of Nikki Beach Residences in Q4 2028. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Side by side
| Attribute | Nikki Beach Residences | Shoreline by DAMAC |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Aldar | DAMAC Properties |
| Location | Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah | Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q4 2028 | Q3 2028 |
| Price from | AED 6,773,200 | AED 4,534,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 3,237 | 2,730 |
| Home types | Apartments, penthouses | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | 3 to 5 bed | 2 bed |
| Sizes | 2,611 to 8,463 sq ft | 1,661 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 10/50/40 | 5/55/40 |
| Due before handover | 60% | 60% |
| Post-handover payments | No | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 135,464 | AED 90,680 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | n/a | n/a |
Developer list prices and stated targets; each development page shows when its figures were last checked.
Nikki Beach Residences
Nikki Beach branded apartments, sky terraces and sky villas by Aldar on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah. Aldar still lists three- to five-bedroom homes from AED 6.77 million.
What works
- Branded residences with Nikki Beach facilities, including the beach club pool, Cafe Nikki and a thermal spa
- Aldar still lists developer stock: 12 homes with three to five bedrooms on 13 November 2026
- Large five-bedroom sky terraces and sky villas of up to 8,463 sq ft, rare on the island
What to weigh
- An owner resale three-bedroom is listed about AED 1.2 million below Aldar's remaining three-bedroom
- Branded service charges have not been published and are likely to be high
- Prices on Al Marjan Island lean on the Wynn resort, whose opening has already moved to September 2027
Shoreline by DAMAC
A beachfront apartment and townhouse project by DAMAC on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah. One two-bedroom apartment was listed at AED 4,534,000 in November 2026, with handover due in Q3 2028.
What works
- Direct access to a private beach on Al Marjan Island, with pools, a gym and water sports on site.
- A large two-bedroom layout of 1,661 sq ft with three bathrooms.
- Only 5% is due on booking, and DAMAC and Property Finder agree on a third-quarter 2028 handover.
What to weigh
- Only one unit was listed online on 13 November 2026, and Property Finder showed developer stock as sold out.
- At AED 4,534,000 for 1,661 sq ft the unit costs about AED 2,730 per sq ft; compare it with resale evidence on the island before you commit.
- 40% of the price is due on completion, and Ras Al Khaimah registration costs are not included in DAMAC's schedule.
Nikki Beach Residences or Shoreline by DAMAC?
Which is cheaper, Nikki Beach Residences or Shoreline by DAMAC?
Shoreline by DAMAC has the lower starting price at AED 4,534,000, compared with AED 6,773,200 at Nikki Beach Residences. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Shoreline by DAMAC has the earlier target (Q3 2028). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Nikki Beach Residences is sold on a 10/50/40 plan with 60% due before handover. Shoreline by DAMAC is sold on a 5/55/40 plan with 60% due before handover.
Are Nikki Beach Residences and Shoreline by DAMAC by the same developer?
No. Nikki Beach Residences is by Aldar and Shoreline by DAMAC is by DAMAC 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
