Modern apartments
Reviews describe the building as modern, with studios and flats available.
Jumeirah Village Triangle
OYO 862 Studio Apartment is a modern apartment building in Jumeirah Village Triangle, with studios and larger one- and two-bedroom flats mentioned by residents. It may appeal to people seeking a quiet stay, convenient transit links or a short-term apartment, but management and maintenance concerns are a major part of the feedback.
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Reviews describe the building as modern, with studios and flats available.
One resident specifically praised the building as a very quiet place.
Nearby transit links were described as useful for commuting and weekend travel.
A review singled out the building's security as a positive.
One review says parking is available for all tenants, although another resident reported difficulty obtaining a second bay.
One resident said the pool itself was clean, despite complaints about its outdoor furniture.
Inspect carefully. Check AC cooling, bathroom ceilings, waterproofing and sink fittings before signing, as residents reported defects in each area.
Confirm fees. Ask for written details and receipts for any maintenance or Empower-related charges before transferring money.
Verify address. Use the building's Maya 1 Tower name when arranging taxis, deliveries or official paperwork; residents say the OYO label causes confusion.
Check parking. If you need more than one bay, confirm availability in writing before renting; one two-bedroom resident reported waiting over a year.
Plan the visit
The building is mentioned as having one-bedroom apartments.
Two-bedroom apartments are also mentioned among the available flat types.
One review recommends the modern building for a short-term stay.
Multiple residents describe long delays, including repairs taking months or receiving no response.
Reviews report mould in bedrooms and apartments, including one case linked to a suspected pipe leak.
Several residents report delayed or withheld security-deposit refunds after moving out.
Repeated false or unexplained fire-alarm activations are mentioned, including alarms sounding almost daily.
Residents mention bathroom leaks, poor waterproofing, AC problems and fragile sinks in relatively new apartments.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
maintenance fees
“2024 contracts for maintenance they are requesting for 3000aed maintenance fees paid in advance”Google review · January 2024
maintenance fee
“We've had to fix most issues ourselves because they simply don’t care (even though we paid a maintenance fee of 3000 aed)”Google review · September 2024
The Bottom Line
This is an apartment-style property in Jumeirah Village Triangle rather than a conventional hotel experience in the reviews. Residents mention studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom flats, with some calling the apartments modern and suitable for couples or short-term stays. A quiet atmosphere, nearby transit links and available tenant parking are the clearest reasons to consider it.
The building itself receives mixed comments. Some reviews describe it as neat, secure and well maintained, while others report poor finishing, high humidity, bathroom leaks, weak waterproofing and AC that does not cool properly. The pool has been described as clean, but broken outdoor furniture has reportedly made it difficult to use comfortably.
The bigger concern is management. Residents repeatedly describe slow or absent replies, repairs taking months, recurring fire-alarm noise and unresolved mould. Security-deposit refunds are another repeated complaint, with reports of long delays or deductions disputed as normal wear and tear.
Maintenance and Empower-related charges also need careful checking: one review mentions a 3000aed maintenance fee, while another reports a 3000 aed fee and a separate contract-renewal charge. If you are considering a stay or rental, inspect the apartment closely, photograph its condition, confirm fees and parking in writing, and read the contract's small-print clauses before paying.