Dubai · Business Bay
Villas 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 villa 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 1,858
Occupancy
78%
Typical size
3,800 sqft
Annual revenue
AED 528,973
Villas in Business Bay: the 2026 picture
A typical villa in Business Bay runs about 3,800 sqft and trades near AED 2,100/sqft, putting purchase prices around AED 7,980,000. Long-term tenants pay roughly AED 342,000 a year, while the same unit operated as a licensed holiday home averages AED 1,858 a night at 78% occupancy — about AED 528,973 gross before costs. Owners on our managed programme average AED 729,982, 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 — villas short term rental & holiday homes in Business Bay
How much is a short term villa in Business Bay?
Nightly rates average AED 1,858 for a villa 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 villa is earning or a deal completes.
Can foreigners own a villa 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.