Downtown Dubai building guide

The Residences: holiday apartments and what to expect

The Residences are nine mid-rise Emaar towers — The Residences 1 to 9 — completed in 2005–2007 as one of the original Downtown Dubai developments. They sit on shared podiums with pools, shops and cafes, right beside Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall. It is a mature, established community with some of the widest apartment choice in Downtown, up to 5 bedrooms.

52 stays on Booking.com~8 min walk to Burj Khalifa~14 min walk to Dubai Mall

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Every stay in The Residences

52 properties
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The Residences 8 Downtown · Downtown Dubai

Astonishing 2 bedroom apt full Burj Khalifa view

2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — The Residences 8 Downtown, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
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Burj Residences Tower 3 · Downtown Dubai

AUBERGE Luxury 2BR Full Burj Khalifa and Fountain View

2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences Tower 3, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard The Residences · Downtown Dubai

bnbmehomes - The Residence 6

2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard The Residences, Tower 6, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
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The Residences 7 · Downtown Dubai

Burj Khalifa & Fountain Show Views 4 BHK In Downtown, 2 minutes walk to Dubai Mall

4-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — The Residences 7, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd The Residences Tower 7, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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The Residences Tower 1 · Downtown Dubai

Burj Residence 1, Downtown Dubai - Mint Stay

1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — The Residences Tower 1, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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بوليفارد الشيخ محمد بن راشد · Downtown Dubai

Deluxe - Address Dubai Mall - The Residence

Apartment in Downtown Dubai — بوليفارد الشيخ محمد بن راشد, دبي Address Dubai Mall The residence, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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بوليفارد الشيخ محمد بن راشد · Downtown Dubai

Deluxe Stay - Address Dubai Mall -The Residence

1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — بوليفارد الشيخ محمد بن راشد, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Downtown Dubai

Downtown Lux - BurjKhalifa Views, Luxury Amenities

1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — The Residences - Emaar Blvd - Burj Khalifa - Burj Residence Phase I & II - Dubai - United Arab Emirates, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Downtown Dubai

Downtown Sanctuary Iconic Burj Views & Luxury Living

3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — 1 Burj Residence 7, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Free parking
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Burj Residences · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Burj Residences T5 | VIP

2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences, Tower 5, Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Burj Residences · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Burj Residences Tower 5

4-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences, Tower 5, Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Burj Residences · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Full Bujr Khalifa & Fountain View - Senator - 2 bedrooms & 1 open bedroom without partition

3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences, Tower 3, Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Burj Residences Tower 5 Apt.: 1602 · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Full Burj Khalifa & Fountain View - Deluxe

2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences Tower 5 Apt.: 1602, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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The Residences Tower 1 · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Full Burj Khalifa & Fountain View - King

4-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — The Residences Tower 1, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Burj Residences Tower 5 · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Full Burj Khalifa & Fountain View - Majesty

4-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences Tower 5, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Burj Residences · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Full Burj Khalifa & fountain view - Pearl

2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences, Tower 5, Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Burj Residences · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Full Burj Khalifa & Fountain View - Royal

5-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences, Tower 1, Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Burj Residences · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Full Burj Khalifa & Fountain View - Sapphire

3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences, Tower 1, Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Burj Residences · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Full Burj Khalifa and Fountain View - Caesar

3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences, Tower 3, Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Burj Residences · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Full Burj Khalifa and Fountain View - The Royal

3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences, Tower 1, Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Burj Residences Tower 1 · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Sky Series - Best Burj Khalifa & Fountain View - High Floor - Visionary

5-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences Tower 1, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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The Residences Tower 1 · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment - Sky Series - Panoramic New Fountain & Burj Khalifa View - Nebuchadnezzar II

5-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — The Residences Tower 1, Downtown Dubai Dubai.

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Burj Residences · Downtown Dubai

Elite Royal Apartment | Burj Residences Tower 5 | Gold

4-bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai — Burj Residences, Tower 5, Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
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Downtown Dubai

Fashion Avenue - Dubai Mall

Apartment in Downtown Dubai — Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard Address Dubai Mall The residence, Downtown Dubai, Dubai.

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre

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About The Residences

Where it is. On Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, beside Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall.

Known for views of. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Fountain. The view from a particular apartment depends on its floor and side, so check the listing photos.

Building facilities. Four-storey podium with parking and fitness facilities, Landscaped podium roofs with swimming pools, Gym, Squash and badminton courts, Children's play areas, Function rooms, Podium retail outlets and cafes, 24-hour security and concierge.

Who The Residences suits

  • Families and large groups — The Residences has apartments up to 5 bedrooms
  • Guests who want to be right beside Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall
  • Anyone who prefers an established, green podium community

Check before you book

  • With nine towers, ask for the exact tower number and the nearest entrance to Dubai Mall
  • As older buildings, interiors vary a lot between apartments — check recent photos

Getting around from The Residences

PlaceDistanceOn foot (approx.)
Burj Khalifa0.5 km8 min
Dubai Mall0.8 km14 min
Dubai Fountain0.3 km5 min
Dubai Opera0.3 km5 min
Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro1.0 km16 min

Straight-line distances from the building, with walking time estimated for a typical street route. Actual routes depend on crossings, footbridges and which entrance you use.

What the 52 listings in The Residences offer

Apartment sizes

  • 1 bedroom17
  • 2 bedrooms16
  • 3 bedrooms8
  • 4 bedrooms6
  • 5 bedrooms3
  • Studio / not stated2

Most listed facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool42
  • Non-smoking rooms41
  • Fitness centre38
  • Free parking31
  • Free WiFi20
  • Family rooms9

Counts come from the Booking.com listings in this building as of November 2026. Individual apartments are run by different hosts, so finishes, view and house rules vary from unit to unit.

The Residences FAQ

How many holiday apartments are there in The Residences?

We list 52 holiday apartments in The Residences that are bookable on Booking.com, from 1 to 5 bedrooms. Each is run by its own host, so compare the photos, cleaning fee and cancellation terms on the property page.

How many towers are in The Residences?

There are nine towers, numbered The Residences 1 to 9, built in two phases between 2005 and 2007.

Is The Residences near Dubai Mall?

Yes. The Residences are on Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard beside Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall.

What facilities do The Residences have?

Shared podiums with swimming pools, gyms, squash and badminton courts, children's play areas, function rooms, shops and cafes.

How far is The Residences from Dubai Mall on foot?

About 14 minutes on foot (roughly 0.8 km in a straight line). In summer heat many guests take a short taxi instead.