Calm setting
Greenery, parks and distance from the city create a peaceful family atmosphere.
Damac Hills
DAMAC Hills 2 is a residential community in Damac Hills built around villas and townhouses, with a quieter, greener feel than central Dubai. Residents mention parks, pools and sports areas, while grocery shops, cafes and delivery options make day-to-day living more convenient.
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Greenery, parks and distance from the city create a peaceful family atmosphere.
Residents mention parks, pools, playgrounds and sports spaces distributed across the community.
Grocery stores, cafes and delivery options are available within the community.
One resident specifically describes the community as pet friendly, with plenty of parks and amenities.
The landscaped setting and greenery are recurring positives for residents.
Residents report useful access to UAE highways, which helps offset the out-of-town location.
Inspect first. Before renting or buying, inspect walls, plumbing, AC and kitchen fittings; reviews report costly handover defects.
Check facilities. Confirm which pools and Water Town areas are open before relying on them as part of your decision.
Plan transport. Bring a car or budget for taxis and fuel: residents say community buses run at intervals and city trips take time.
Read contracts. Review payment penalties, NOC conditions and management terms carefully before signing or investing.
Avoid peak parking. If visiting during Friday prayers, allow extra time and check parking arrangements because road blockages have caused hour-long delays.
Check your cluster. Ask how far your unit is from the community mall; some residents report a 30–40-minute walk from distant clusters.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Water Town is mentioned as a community leisure area, although another resident says the water park is often closed.
Residents mention a running and cycling track as part of the community’s outdoor facilities.
Carrefour is mentioned alongside a mini mall as a convenient shopping option for residents.
Community buses provide an alternative to driving, but reviews say they operate at set intervals.
Residents report slow or ineffective responses, including repairs taking several days or remaining unresolved.
Reviews describe leaks, cracks, faulty fittings and repeated problems with AC, pumps and plumbing.
The community is far from central Dubai, with one resident reporting an average 40-minute journey.
Some residents say pools and Water Town facilities are frequently unavailable or under maintenance.
Reviews raise concerns about inconsistent access checks, noise complaints and traffic management during Friday prayers.
The Bottom Line
DAMAC Hills 2 is a large residential community in Damac Hills aimed at people who want more space and a quieter setting than central Dubai. The main draw is everyday outdoor living: reviews mention parks, cluster-level pools, green areas, playgrounds, running and cycling routes, and sports facilities. Grocery shops, cafes, Carrefour and delivery options also make the community more self-contained than its distance might suggest.
The trade-off is location. Several residents describe long commutes, limited public transport and a strong reliance on cars, taxis or community buses. That distance can feel worthwhile if you value calm surroundings, but less so if you travel into central Dubai daily.
Some reviews also mention affordable villas and townhouses, though space and finishing quality receive mixed feedback. Maintenance is the biggest caution before renting or buying. Residents report cracks, leaks, faulty AC units, plumbing problems and slow follow-up; one review describes four days without water and another cites AED 5,000 spent repairing a kitchen.
Facilities may not always be usable, with pools and Water Town reportedly closed for maintenance. Inspect the exact property, confirm what is open, and read payment and management terms carefully before committing.