Business Bay is a mixed-use district located directly adjacent to Downtown Dubai, along the banks of the Dubai Water Canal. The canal itself extends from Dubai Creek to the Arabian Gulf, running along the southern edge of the district. Business Bay is served by Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Al Khail Road (E44), and by its own Business Bay Metro Station on the Red Line, located within a short distance of the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall metro station.
The district combines commercial towers, residential buildings, and hotels, with residential properties consisting primarily of apartments ranging from studios to multi-bedroom units, along with a smaller number of penthouses. Waterfront promenades run along sections of the canal, connecting to retail and dining areas such as Bay Avenue. The area also includes several international hotel brands.
Business Bay attracts a mix of professionals working in nearby business districts, along with investors and residents seeking proximity to Downtown Dubai at a different price point. Its position between Downtown Dubai and the wider road network makes it a common transit point as well as a residential destination in its own right.