Top Areas for Short-term Rentals in Abu Dhabi

Short-term rentals are considered ideal accommodation for people staying in Abu Dhabi for a shorter period. The short-term property units can be rented on a daily, monthly and weekly basis and generally come with furniture and other utilities. Prior to moving in, the tenant and landlord is required to sign an agreement and register it with TAMM. Due to the higher influx of tourists and frequent visitors, you can find short-term rentals in different areas of Abu Dhabi.  

That said, for your convenience, here we have listed all the details regarding the top areas for short-term rentals in Abu Dhabi. 

Top Places for Short-term Rentals in Abu Dhabi

The short-term rentals also known as holiday homes in Dubai and other Emirates are scattered around the capital city. Following are the top areas that you can opt for renting a short-term property. 

Affordable Areas

Mentioned below are the top areas for affordable short-term rentals in Abu Dhabi. 

Mohammed Bin Zayed City

Mohammed Bin Zayed City (MBZ City) is located between Mussaffah and Zayed City (Khalifa City C) directly connected to the main highways. Since MBZ City is located in the suburbs of Abu Dhabi on the highway close to Dubai, its popularity has increased. This 45 sq.m. mixed-use development project is further divided into 34 clusters, each offering a unique set of property units. 

Although the area is located far from the main city, it is well connected with the road networks. Residents can use Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed International Road (E11) and Al Ain Road (E22) to reach different areas of Abu Dhabi. Moreover, you can also opt for an Abu Dhabi bus or Taxi service to travel around the city from MBZ. 

Different layouts of properties are available for short-term rentals in the area. Ranging from massive 11-bedroom villas to townhouses and studio apartments. That said, to rent a short-term apartment in MBZ City, tenants pay AED 2,383/month. Whereas, the monthly rent of 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments averaged AED 2,600 and AED 3,000, respectively. 

Al Nahyan

Next on your list of popular areas for short-term rentals is Al Nahyan, the area named after the ruling family of the UAE. Al Nahyan is situated at a crucial location near the centre city alongside the Mangrove reserve which increases its popularity. 

The area is also home to Al Nahyan Stadium, credited for hosting multiple football matches. To connect Al Nahyan with the rest of the city, multiple public transport options are available. Residents can use the metro or bus stations located in different areas of Al Nahyan. 

Al Nahyan is one of the oldest areas of Abu Dhabi with a mix and match of new and old buildings. The rent of old buildings is much more affordable, reducing the rent prices across Al Nahyan. 

That said, the average monthly rent of an apartment in Al Nahyan has been around AED 7,566. However, for short-term studio apartment rentals in Al Nahyan, tenants have paid AED 5,825/month and AED 8,150/month for a 1-bedroom apartment. 

Luxury Areas

Now that you are aware of the top areas for affordable short-term rentals in Abu Dhabi, it’s time to move towards the luxury areas. Following are the areas offering luxury short-term rentals in Abu Dhabi. 

Al Reem Island

Al Reem Island is situated on the northeastern coast of Abu Dhabi. The island offers a wide range of waterfront properties including luxury apartments and grand villas. The area features Spanish and Moroccan-inspired buildings offering all the modern amenities required. Moreover, these buildings also provide private parking spots, exempting the hassle of finding a public parking space. 

The Island is connected to the mainland through a road network including three major highways. For public transportation, residents can use a Taxi service or two bus stations namely: Abu Dhabi Bus Station and Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station located nearby. 

To avail of all the above-mentioned amenities, tenants have paid an average monthly rent of AED 6,610. Whereas, the short-term rental apartments in Al Reem Island are available with an average monthly rent of AED 5,486 for studio apartments and AED 6,644 for a 1-bedroom apartment.  

Yas Island

Yas Island is one of the most sought-after areas of Abu Dhabi developed by ALDAR. This man-made island is home to popular tourist destinations of Abu Dhabi including W Hotel, Yas Marina and Ferrari World. That said, the properties in Yas Island are a blend of apartments and villas with lush green spaces in between. 

The area has multiple public transportation options including bus route 190 and the recently announced smart mobility project for Yas and Saadiyat Island. Moreover, the Yas Island Tunnel connected to the E10 highway makes it easily accessible from Dubai and Abu Dhabi. 

A number of apartments for monthly rental in Yas Island are available with an average rent of AED 9,112. Whereas, for renting, studio and 1-bedroom apartments, tenants have paid AED 7,610 and AED 8751, respectively.

This was the complete list of top areas for short-term rentals in Abu Dhabi. Short-term rental properties provide an edge to tenants who are not sure about their duration of stay in the capital city.  If you are also visiting the Emirate for a shorter period, browse through these properties for short-term rental in Abu Dhabi and avail all the benefits of short-term rental.

Besides, if you are new to the Emirates, read our Abu Dhabi annual property rental market report 2022, to understand more about the real estate of the Emirate.   

Disclaimer: The above-mentioned prices are for 2022 and may or may not be the actual representation of transactions in the market. Therefore, it is suggested to concern the real estate agent prior to selecting an apartment for short-term rentals.  

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