Meydan

Meydan is a booming district that was launched in 2007 and became within a short time one of the most distinctive areas. It is referred to as the new city center of Dubai. It has a variety of residential properties from apartment complexes and hotel towers to villas and townhouses. From an idea of HH Sheikh Rashid Bin Maktoum, it has now grown into a metropolis with upscale projects and districts featuring entertainment and retail options.
The community is environment-friendly and gated for security and privacy. The Polo Residences, The Polo Townhouses, Millennium Estates, Meydan Avenue, and Meydan Heights are among its sub-communities.
Meydan villas are a very suitable choice for people who want to raise a family in a serene environment within less than 10-minute drive from Downtown. The Meydan villas communities provide families with everything they would look for; from safety, beautiful nature all around and ease of communication to landscaped streets, open spaces, hotels, restaurants and recreational options.
Meydan Gated Community Facilities and Services
Living in Meydan City means you have easy access to everything you might need such as:
• Supermarkets and groceries
• Mosques and churches
• Restaurants and cafes
• Nearby school district
Entertainment
The district takes its name from the Arabic word that refers to the venue where horse races take place. Horse racing is one of the most exciting activities in Dubai and a highly valued tradition that represents the great interest that Arab community give to their horses. The Meydan racecourse displays the modern image of this authentic sport, hosting events like the biggest horse-racing festival and Dubai World Cup every year being the main horse racing venue in Dubai.
Moreover, Meydan is home to some of the best hotels and clubs in Dubai, like the Meydan Hotel Soho which is a getaway and relaxation address with it’s walled garden that offers an experience of dining, pool lounging and nightlife activities; and Iris Meydan the modern lounge bar that brings the freshest ingredients to present dishes and drinks befitted to the Iris brand.
Nearby Attractions
• The Meydan Hotel
• Meydan Racecourse
• Nad Al Sheba Cycle Park
• The Track, Meydan Golf
The Meydan Area is accessible via main roads like Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. The nearest metro to the area is Business Bay metro station and is about a 15 minutes-drive.
There are some schools and daycares within Meydan City as well as in the close communities like Al Qouz and Jumeirah.
As the area is new and still under development, clinics and hospitals are yet to come in the near future. However, clinics and hospitals in the neighbouring communities like Business Bay and Al Qouz are perfectly accessible to Meydan City residents within a short drive.
Meydan is located near Ras Al Khor Road, Dubai Road, and Al Ain Road. It is a short distance from:
• 22 minutes to The Dubai Mall
• 29 minutes to Palm Jumeirah
• 32 minutes to JBR  
• 21 minutes to Burj Al Arab
• 17 minutes to Motor City
• 19 minutes to Arabian Ranches  
• 21 minutes to Dubai International Airport