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The First Group
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Explore The First Group projects2005Founded year
1,866+Hotel rooms and suites
23Completed projects
ABOUT THE DEVELOPER
Who is The First Group?
The First Group is a Dubai-based real estate developer and hospitality company focused on hotel investment, serviced property ownership and branded hospitality assets. Founded in 2005, the company has built its market position around hotel developments in prime Dubai locations, offering investors access to managed hospitality assets in one of the world’s most active tourism markets.
The First Group’s portfolio includes hotel properties and hospitality-led developments across areas such as Dubai Marina, Business Bay, Jumeirah Village Circle and Dubai Studio City. Its projects include Ciel Dubai Marina, The First Collection Jumeirah Village Circle, The First Collection Business Bay, The First Collection Waterfront and The First Collection Dubai Studio City.
The developer is known for hotel ownership opportunities, hospitality management, prime location selection and income-focused real estate products. Ciel Dubai Marina is one of its flagship developments and is officially recognised by Guinness World Records as the world’s tallest hotel, reaching 377 metres in Dubai Marina.
For investors, The First Group offers exposure to Dubai’s tourism-led real estate market through managed hotel assets, branded hospitality properties and locations supported by visitor demand, business travel and Dubai’s long-term growth as a global destination. Its projects are often considered by buyers looking for hands-off ownership, hospitality-backed income potential and professionally managed property assets.
Read moreHospitality Investment Focus
The First Group focuses on hotel investment and serviced hospitality assets, giving buyers access to managed property ownership opportunities in Dubai’s tourism-driven real estate market.
Prime Dubai Locations
The developer’s portfolio includes hotel properties in key areas such as Dubai Marina, Business Bay, Jumeirah Village Circle and Dubai Studio City.
World’s Tallest Hotel
Ciel Dubai Marina by The First Group is officially recognised by Guinness World Records as the world’s tallest hotel, reaching 377 metres in Dubai Marina.
Investor Appeal
The First Group projects attract buyers looking for managed hospitality assets, hotel ownership opportunities, income potential, professional management and exposure to Dubai’s tourism sector.
CURRENT PROJECTS
The First Group developments available through Elite Merit
Explore selected The First Group projects available through Elite Merit, including hotel investment properties, serviced hospitality assets and branded hotel developments across Dubai. Our team helps buyers compare available opportunities, ownership structures, locations, management models and investment potential across The First Group’s current projects.
Dubai Sports City, Dubai
Starting From
AED 1,200,000
- Studio-1 Beds
- Hotel Apartment +2 types
- Delivery: Q1 2028
MARKET INTELLIGENCE
Why invest in The First Group - by the numbers
The First Group benefits from Dubai’s strong real estate performance, continued tourism growth and buyer interest in managed hotel assets, branded hospitality properties and income-focused real estate opportunities.
Dubai real estate transaction value in 2025
Dubai’s real estate sector recorded over AED 917 billion in transactions in 2025, supported by more than 270,000 transactions across the year. This creates a strong market backdrop for hospitality-focused developers such as The First Group.
Dubai Media OfficeH1 2025 transaction value growth
Dubai real estate transactions exceeded AED 431 billion in H1 2025, marking 25% growth in transaction value compared with the same period in 2024. This reflects continued buyer and investor confidence across Dubai’s real estate market.
Dubai Media OfficeReal estate investments in H1 2025
Dubai recorded AED 326 billion in real estate investments in H1 2025, made by close to 95,000 investors. This investor depth supports demand for recognised developers and income-focused real estate products.
Dubai Media OfficeWorld’s tallest hotel
Ciel Dubai Marina by The First Group reaches 377 metres and is officially recognised by Guinness World Records as the world’s tallest hotel, strengthening the developer’s profile in Dubai hospitality real estate.
The First GroupCiel rooms and suites
Ciel Dubai Marina features 1,004 rooms and suites, positioning it as The First Group’s largest and most high-profile hospitality development in Dubai Marina.
The First GroupHighlighted hotel room portfolio
The First Group’s highlighted properties include Ciel Dubai Marina with 1,004 rooms and suites, The First Collection Dubai Studio City with 370 rooms and suites, and The First Collection Jumeirah Village Circle with 491 rooms and suites.
The First GroupWHY ELITE MERIT
Your The First Group specialist in Dubai
Elite Merit helps buyers and investors compare The First Group opportunities with clarity, from hotel investment properties and serviced assets to branded hospitality developments across Dubai. Our team supports clients with project selection, ownership structure review, location comparison and investment guidance based on budget, income goals and long-term value.
Project expertise
We help you understand The First Group projects, available hotel units, ownership structures, management models, locations and expected benefits, so you can compare opportunities with confidence before making a decision.
Investment guidance
Our team reviews location strength, tourism demand, hospitality positioning, brand value, management structure and long-term investment potential to help you assess which The First Group project aligns best with your goals.
End-to-end support
From shortlisting and availability checks to booking, documentation and post-purchase coordination, Elite Merit guides you through every step of buying a The First Group property in Dubai.
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