The Distinction

About The Distinction

The Distinction is a 53‑storey serviced apartment tower in Downtown Dubai, set just off the main boulevard within easy reach of The Dubai Mall and Dubai Opera. Completed in 2016, the building rises to approximately 195 metres and offers hotel‑style living in a central, urban setting with views across the Downtown skyline, including Burj Khalifa from many units. Residences are fully furnished studio, 1, 2 and 3‑bedroom hotel apartments with contemporary finishes, open‑plan living spaces and floor‑to‑ceiling windows. Typical layouts include fitted kitchens and balconies, and the building operates with on‑site hospitality services, making it suited to short and long stays alike. Ownership is freehold. Lifestyle facilities are extensive and align with an upscale hotel apartment offering. Residents have access to a modern gym, temperature‑controlled swimming pools, a spa with steam and sauna, and dedicated children’s play and daycare facilities. A hotel‑style lobby, 24‑hour concierge, CCTV security, and valet‑assisted covered parking support daily convenience. On‑site dining and in‑room service are available, and there is a women’s salon within the building. Day‑to‑day needs are well covered in the immediate neighbourhood, with parks, community spaces and a range of retail and supermarkets within walking distance. Connectivity is a key strength. Sheikh Zayed Road can be reached in around five minutes by car, linking quickly to Business Bay, DIFC and the wider city. For public transport, several bus stops are within a short walk, and Business Bay Metro Station is typically a brief drive away, with bus connections available. Nearby landmarks include South Ridge Park for green space and play areas, while the wider Downtown district offers dining, leisure and cultural venues within a few minutes by car. Overall, The Distinction combines centrally located, hotel‑style apartments with comprehensive amenities and straightforward access to major roads and public transport, providing a convenient base in one of Dubai’s most prominent districts. Note that a no‑pets policy applies in this building.

305 apartments over 52 floors: 19 studios of 517 to 520 sqft, 95 one-beds of 620 to 1,390 sqft, 129 two-beds of 533 to 1,859 sqft, 58 three-beds of 533 to 2,219 sqft and 4 penthouses of 2,276 to 2,624 sqft.

26 apartments sold in the 12 months to November 2026, at a median of AED 1,757 per sqft, up 3.7% on the year before. 111 rental contracts were registered over the same 12 months, at a typical AED 120,000 a year.

Developer

DAMAC

Completed

2016

Floors

52

Units

305

Unit types

Studio to 3-bed