Dubai · Business Bay
Studio Apartments Short Term Rental & Holiday Homes in Business Bay
Business Bay is the canal-side business district minutes from Downtown and DIFC. Here's exactly what a studio apartment costs to book as a holiday home here in 2026, what it earns, and how Alayan Homes handles it end to end.
Per night
AED 328
Occupancy
78%
Typical size
480 sqft
Annual revenue
AED 93,382
Studio Apartments in Business Bay: the 2026 picture
A typical studio apartment in Business Bay runs about 480 sqft and trades near AED 2,100/sqft, putting purchase prices around AED 1,008,000. Long-term tenants pay roughly AED 58,900 a year, while the same unit operated as a licensed holiday home averages AED 328 a night at 78% occupancy — about AED 93,382 gross before costs. Owners on our managed programme average AED 128,867, a 38% uplift driven by dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution and 4.9★ guest reviews.
Why investors pick Business Bay
- ✓ Minutes from Dubai Water Canal
- ✓ Minutes from Bay Avenue
- ✓ Minutes from Business Bay Metro
- ✓ 7–8% gross rental yield
- ✓ 100% freehold, Golden Visa eligible
How Alayan Homes helps
Every Business Bay stay is a licensed holiday home with hotel-grade linen, professional cleaning between guests, 24/7 support and flexible check-in.
Available near Business Bay
★ 4.82Bay Studio 42
Studio
Business Bay · Studio · 520 sqft
From
AED 480/ night
★ 4.79Business Bay Canal 1BR
1 BR
Business Bay · Apartment · 820 sqft
From
AED 720/ night
★ 4.83Business Bay Vista 2BR
2 BR
Business Bay · Apartment · 1,280 sqft
From
AED 1K/ night
★ 4.81Executive Towers 3BR
3 BR
Business Bay · Apartment · 1,850 sqft
Not available for stay
FAQ — studio apartments short term rental & holiday homes in Business Bay
How much is a short term studio apartment in Business Bay?
Nightly rates average AED 328 for a studio apartment in Business Bay, with lower monthly rates for stays over 28 nights.
Is short-term renting legal in Business Bay?
Yes — every Alayan Homes property is operated under a DET holiday-home permit, with tourism fees and guest registration handled for you.
What is the minimum stay?
Most Business Bay units accept 2–3 night minimums, extending to 5–7 nights in peak season (November–March).
Does Alayan Homes charge upfront fees in Business Bay?
No. We work on a performance model for hosting and a standard brokerage fee on sales — you only pay once your studio apartment is earning or a deal completes.
Can foreigners own a studio apartment in Business Bay?
Yes. Business Bay sits in a designated freehold zone, so any nationality can buy 100% ownership, and purchases above AED 2M qualify for the 10-year Golden Visa.