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Portofino Hotel

World of Islands, Dubai
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Starting price
On request
Bedrooms
Various
Size
Request Size
Handover
2026
Type
Off-plan
Ownership
freehold

About Portofino Hotel

Portofino Hotel is a story of la dolce vita transplanted to the Arabian Gulf. Created by The Heart of Europe, this luxury resort address sits on the first coastline of the World Islands in Dubai, a private, exclusive world of artificial islands reachable only by sea or air, where access is reserved for owners, residents and their guests.

The concept draws on the charm of the Italian Riviera, translating the colour and romance of Portofino into a five-star, family-oriented resort. Offered on a freehold basis, the project appeals to international buyers who want a branded holiday home in one of Dubai's most secluded and sought-after settings, well away from the pace and noise of the mainland city.

Because pricing and unit details are being finalised, homes at Portofino Hotel are currently available on request. That makes early enquiry worthwhile: buyers who register interest ahead of the wider release are often best placed to secure preferred layouts and views as the developer confirms availability and firms up the offering.

Life on the World Islands is defined by water and privacy. The 300-island archipelago recreates the shape of the world's continents across more than 54 square kilometres of the Gulf, connected by boat routes and served from The Fishing Harbour Jumeirah One. Residents step almost straight from their homes to the shore, with the Dubai skyline shimmering across the water.

The wider destination is designed for leisure and long stays, home to luxury hotels, residential retreats, private beaches and landscaped recreational areas. For investors, the World Islands has a reputation for strong returns, thanks to enduring demand from residents and visitors seeking an exclusive escape from the bustle of the city.

For buyers, the appeal is as much about scarcity as style: the World Islands remains one of the rarest addresses in Dubai, with a limited number of developed islands and access controlled for owners and residents alone. That exclusivity, combined with The Heart of Europe's resort-led vision, underpins the long-term case for owning here.

With its Mediterranean styling, resort amenities and island setting, Portofino Hotel is positioned as much for lifestyle as for investment, a second home that can double as a hospitality asset in a destination built entirely around exclusivity and privacy for those who own here.

A flexible payment plan supports the purchase, and because Portofino Hotel is a Dubai project, buyers should budget for the standard 4% DLD (Dubai Land Department) fee at registration. Freehold ownership means full title for overseas purchasers, along with the option to let the property within the resort's hospitality framework. Handover timing is still to be confirmed by the developer.

To register your interest, request the latest pricing and be first to hear about released units at Portofino Hotel, visit offplans.com and speak with our team today.

Payment plan

Flexible payment plans

Portofino Hotel offers flexible payment plans during construction and handover in 2026. Request the full payment schedule and current offers below.

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Floor plans & layouts

Floor plans on request

Amenities

Cinema
SPA
Shared Pool
Central A/C
Retail outlets
Shared gym & fitness
Coworking zone
Dining outlets (coffee houses & restaurants)
Security and CCTV
Concierge Service
Pets Allowed

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About the developer

The Heart of Europe
The Heart of Europe

The Heart of Europe (THOE) is a renowned development company based in Dubai. The company was founded in 2003 and is a pioneer in the second home market and an unparalleled innovative world-class tourist destination. The Heart of Europe is…

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