Developer profile
The First Group Developer of Ciel and The First Collection hotels
Founded in Dubai in 2005, The First Group is a real estate developer and hospitality company that specialises in hotel guestroom ownership. It is behind Ciel in Dubai Marina, The First Collection hotels and the Dubai Sports City buildings The Matrix, The Spirit, The Bridge and The Diamond. Explore every First Group project in our catalog.
- 10projects on Empire City
- 4communities
- 2005year founded
- 82storeys — Ciel, Dubai Marina
- Founded
- 2005, Dubai
- CEO
- Rob Burns
- Focus
- Hotel guestroom ownership
- Flagship
- Ciel, Dubai Marina — 82 storeys
- Hotels
- The First Collection (JVC, Business Bay, Waterfront)
- Headquarters
- Barsha Heights
About The First Group
The First Group was founded in Dubai in 2005 and is led by CEO Rob Burns. It describes itself as a real estate developer and hospitality company focused on hotel guestroom ownership — investors buy hotel rooms and suites that are operated by the group's hospitality arm.
Its early residential projects were in Dubai Sports City: The Matrix, The Spirit, The Bridge and The Diamond, all of which have been sold out according to the company.
Later the group developed The First Collection hotels — in Jumeirah Village Circle with 491 rooms, in Business Bay with 437 rooms and The First Collection Waterfront with 327 rooms — and Ciel, an 82-storey hotel tower in Dubai Marina designed by NORR.
The First Group Projects in Dubai
10 projects by The First Group on our site — new launches, projects under construction and ready homes.
Dubai MarinaCiel Tower Dubai MarinaFrom$680,750→
Handover 2028Dubai Sports CityThe First CollectionFrom$326,753→
Sold outDubai Sports CityThe First Collection at Dubai Sports CityFrom$326,753→- The BridgePhotos on requestThe BridgeDubai Sports City→
- The MatrixPhotos on requestThe MatrixDubai Sports City→
- The DiamondPhotos on requestThe DiamondDubai Sports City→
- First Collection Jumeirah Village CirclePhotos on requestFirst Collection Jumeirah Village CircleJumeirah Village Circle→
- The Spirit TowerPhotos on requestThe Spirit TowerDubai Sports City→
- The First Collection WaterfrontPhotos on requestThe First Collection Waterfront→
- The First Collection Business BayPhotos on requestThe First Collection Business BayBusiness Bay→
Get the Latest The First Group Price List and Offers
Prices, availability and payment plans change with every launch. Leave your number and we will send you the current The First Group price list with the best available units.
- New launches
- Payment plans
- Available units
- Floor plans
Master Communities by The First Group
Dubai Marina
Ciel Tower.
Dubai Sports City
The Matrix, The Spirit, The Bridge, The Diamond and The First Collection at Dubai Sports City.
JVC & Business Bay
The First Collection JVC, Business Bay and Waterfront.
Why Buy from The First Group
- 01
Hotel investment
Ownership of hotel rooms and suites operated by a hospitality company.
- 02
Landmark project
Ciel in Dubai Marina is one of the tallest hotel towers in the city.
- 03
Hospitality partners
Hotels operated with international hotel brands.
- 04
Ready and off-plan
Operating hotels and new projects.
Frequently Asked Questions about The First Group
What does The First Group develop?
The First Group develops hotels and serviced residences in Dubai and specialises in hotel guestroom ownership for investors.
What is Ciel?
Ciel is The First Group's 82-storey hotel tower in Dubai Marina.
Where are First Group projects?
In Dubai Marina, Dubai Sports City, Jumeirah Village Circle, Business Bay and Barsha Heights.
Does The First Group offer payment plans on off-plan projects?
Most off-plan The First Group launches are sold with staged payment plans. The terms differ from project to project, so we send you the current plan for each project you are interested in.
Can foreigners invest with The First Group?
Yes — foreign investors can buy hotel and residential units in Dubai's designated freehold areas. We check the ownership type and the rental programme of each specific project.
How many The First Group projects are listed on Empire City?
Our catalog currently lists 10 The First Group projects in Dubai, with listed prices starting from $326,753. Contact us for the full, up-to-date list of units for sale.
Choose a The First Group Property with Our Experts
Tell us your budget and goals — we will shortlist The First Group projects, send floor plans and payment plans and arrange viewings.
Off Plan
Areas
Villas & Townhouses
- Villas and Townhouses in Dubai
- Villas and Townhouses in Abu Dhabi
- Villas and Townhouses in Sharjah
- Villas & Townhouses in Ajman
- Villas and Townhouses in Ras El Khaimah
- Villas and townhouses in Oman
- Dubai Hills Estate
- DAMAC Lagoons
- Arabian Ranches 3
- Tilal Al Ghaf
- DAMAC Hills 2
- MBR City
- Dubai South
- The Valley
- Town Square
- Yas Island
- Saadiyat Island
Developers
Call us
Privacy Policy Estate's
© 2026 empirecityuae.com all rights reserved.
EMPIRE CITY REAL ESTATE L.L.C License No. 1134004.
We are in social networks: 
* 
