Coastal district · Abu Dhabi
Ghantoot
Coastal district in the far north-east of Abu Dhabi emirate, near the Dubai border, home to the Ghantoot Racing and Polo Club and the AlJurf master plan by Imkan.
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Ghantoot is a stretch of coast and low-lying land on the Abu Dhabi side of the border with Dubai, next to the E11. For decades it was known mainly for the Ghantoot Racing and Polo Club, founded in 1994 under the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and for a small number of beach hotels such as the Golden Tulip Al Jazira. Much of the area is still undeveloped, with native ghaf trees and a quiet coastline.
The largest residential project so far is AlJurf by Imkan, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Capital Group. The master plan covers about 370 hectares with 1.6 km of Gulf coastline and a man-made canal that adds several kilometres of waterfront. Its components include AlJurf Gardens (villas), Kayan, Naseem AlJurf (villas, townhouses, apartments and canal plots), a marina district, a heritage and town-centre area called Jiwar Alqasr, and SHA Emirates, a wellness resort and residences on a private island. AlJurf Gardens Phase 1 was 98 per cent complete in February 2024 and handovers have since taken place.
Other developers, including ORA with its Bayn project, have announced large master plans in Ghantoot. Imkan gives a drive of about 20 minutes to Abu Dhabi or Dubai for leisure destinations and about 45 minutes to Zayed International Airport; a 2026 Khaleej Times contributed article gives about 20 minutes to Dubai, 40 minutes to central Abu Dhabi and 25 minutes to Al Maktoum International Airport.
- Located on the Abu Dhabi side of the Abu Dhabi-Dubai border, along the E11
- Ghantoot Racing and Polo Club covers about 300 hectares with eight polo fields
- AlJurf master plan by Imkan covers about 370 hectares with 1.6 km of coastline
- AlJurf Gardens Phase 1 handed over from 2024
- Al Jurf, Ghantoot was named a freehold investment zone for non-GCC nationals in 2019
- SHA Emirates wellness resort and residences planned within AlJurf
Why buyers look at Ghantoot
Between two cities
Ghantoot sits on the border, so both Abu Dhabi and Dubai are within commuting distance.
Coastal and green setting
Much of the area is still undeveloped coastline with native ghaf trees.
Equestrian heritage
The Ghantoot Racing and Polo Club is the UAE's royal polo facility.
Villa-led master plan
AlJurf is planned mainly around villas and townhouses along the coast and a canal.
Freehold in Al Jurf
Al Jurf, Ghantoot was listed as a freehold investment zone for non-GCC nationals in 2019.
Landmarks and lifestyle
- Beach
- Polo and equestrian
- Marina
- Canal
- Nature
- Wellness
- Villas
Ghantoot Racing and Polo Club
Royal polo facility founded in 1994, with eight polo fields and a 2,000-seat grandstand.
AlJurf
Imkan's coastal master plan of about 370 hectares.
AlJurf Gardens
First AlJurf villa community; Phase 1 handed over from 2024.
SHA Emirates
Wellness resort and residences by Imkan and SHA Wellness Clinic on a private island within AlJurf.
Golden Tulip Al Jazira Hotel and Resort
Resort set on its own island in a sea channel beside the polo club.
Ghantoot Marina
Marina and resort facilities on the Ghantoot coast.
Off-plan projects in Ghantoot
Every published project in the area with its starting price, payment plan and handover.
No published projects in this area yet. Ask an advisor what is coming.
Where Ghantoot sits
Questions buyers ask about Ghantoot
Where is Ghantoot?
On the coast in the north-east of Abu Dhabi emirate, beside the border with Dubai.
What is AlJurf?
A coastal master plan in Ghantoot by Imkan, covering about 370 hectares with villas, townhouses, apartments, a marina, a canal and a wellness resort.
Can foreigners buy in Ghantoot?
Al Jurf, Ghantoot was listed in 2019 among the investment zones where non-GCC nationals may own freehold property.
How far is Ghantoot from Abu Dhabi and Dubai?
Sources vary: Imkan gives about 20 minutes to either city's leisure areas, while a 2026 Khaleej Times contributed piece gives about 20 minutes to Dubai and 40 minutes to central Abu Dhabi.
Are people already living in AlJurf?
Yes. AlJurf Gardens Phase 1 was 98 per cent complete in early 2024 and Imkan has since reported its handover.
AIArea profile drafted by Emir AI from public sources and checked by our team on 2026-09-30. Information only, not advice.
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