Emirates Palace Company (EPCO), in partnership with LEAD Development and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, has announced the launch of Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions, Abu Dhabi, a limited collection of 35 private residences within the grounds of Emirates Palace.

The project is scheduled for completion in 2029.

The development marks the first time private residential ownership will be introduced within one of the UAE’s most iconic hospitality and state venues.

Emirates Palace has long served as a venue for official state visits, international events, and cultural occasions, making the project a notable addition to Abu Dhabi’s premium real estate landscape.

The residences are being developed through a collaboration between EPCO, which manages the Emirates Palace precinct, LEAD Development, responsible for planning and delivery, and Mandarin Oriental, which will oversee hospitality services and resident experience.

Located along Abu Dhabi’s ceremonial coastline, the project sits within a key civic axis connecting Qasr Al Watan, the Founder’s Memorial, and the Corniche.

The development is positioned within a historically significant area where cultural identity and public life converge.

The residences are designed with a focus on privacy, landscape integration, and coastal orientation, incorporating courtyards, gardens, and waterfront views.

Architectural planning emphasises discretion and separation while maintaining access to shared hospitality and wellness services curated by Mandarin Oriental.

The project is part of Abu Dhabi’s wider strategy to expand high-end residential and lifestyle offerings, reinforcing the city’s position as a global destination for luxury living, culture, and hospitality-led development.

Humaid AlDhaheri Board Member at Emirates Palace Company (EPCO), said: “This development represents a significant addition to the urban landscape of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and reflects the growing confidence in its real estate sector. Its association with Emirates Palace grants it exceptional value, as the Palace is considered one of the region’s most iconic landmarks. This, in turn, contributes to reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a capital of urban innovation and quality of life.”

Mounir Haidar, Co-founder & Managing Partner of LEAD Development, added: “Building within the grounds of Emirates Palace is a responsibility we do not take lightly. Our mission is to ensure the residences belong naturally within the broader architectural and cultural context of the Palace and Abu Dhabi. This is not simply a residential address, but part of placemaking hospitality with a context that will continue to further position Abu Dhabi as a unique destination in the region.”

Laurent Kleitman, Group Chief Executive of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, said: “Abu Dhabi continues to distinguish itself internationally through the depth of its cultural identity, the quality of its hospitality, and the clarity of its long-term vision. Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions, allows us to further our relationship with the capital through a residential experience rooted in discretion, craftsmanship, and thoughtful service. We are honoured to contribute to a setting that holds such significance within the region.” -TradeArabia News Service