Pearl Jumeirah is one of the most popular waterfront communities in Dubai, developed by Meraas. This company is known for its luxury projects all over Dubai, such as Bluewaters Island. Pearl Jumeirah is a man-made island which consists of seven residential communities. The construction started in 2009 and was completed in 2011 and is a perfect choice for those who prefer a waterfront lifestyle away from the buzz of the city.

Originally, this project was a part of a USD 95-billion-project of Jumeirah Gardens City, a mixed-use residential development situated between Diyafa Street and Al Safa Park in Al Satwa. The construction was launched in 2008, however due to the global financial crisis it was put on hold. Later, the masterplan was modified by Dubai Municipality, and the Pearl Jumeirah project was announced. At that time it was called East Bay and was supposed to consist of high-rise buildings, but this plan had also changed. Currently, Pearl Jumeirah is a home to residential villas, a 5-star hotel and a retail area. As a matter of fact, villas comprise a major part of developments on the island.

The total area of the island is approximately 8.3M sq. ft, of which 90,000 sq. ft is occupied with a shopping mall. The company COWI was appointed as the main reclamation contractor of Pearl Jumeirah. The works included the hydraulic and marine design, geotechnical services, as well as the overall site supervision. The infrastructure works were completed in 2012, and in 2013, the construction of the mosque and the community center was launched. In 2016, the luxurious 5-star Nikki Beach Resort & SPA opened on the north beach of Pearl Jumeirah.