Locker
10 sq ft · 0.9 m²
Self Storage in Dubai and Across the UAE
Delight Self Storage rents climate-controlled storage units in Dubai from AED 225 a month, from 10 sq ft lockers to 5,000 sq ft warehouse spaces. Store at our facility or book a collection from your home or office, with the same service in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah. Get a quote, reserve a unit or book a collection in under 60 seconds.
- Dubai
- Abu Dhabi
- Sharjah
- Ajman
- Ras Al Khaimah
Size it. Price it. Book it.
How Much Storage Space Do You Need, and What Does It Cost?
Our quote tool recommends a unit size and shows a VAT-inclusive monthly price after 5 questions.
Measure twice, rent once
Which Storage Unit Size Fits Your Belongings?
The right unit size depends on room count: a 1-bedroom apartment fits in 75 to 100 sq ft, and a 3-bedroom villa needs 200 to 300 sq ft. The size guide below matches each unit size to its floor area, typical contents and starting monthly rent.
X-Small units
Small units
Small unit
25 sq ft · 2.3 m²
Large Closet
30 sq ft · 2.8 m²
Walk-in Wardrobe
50 sq ft · 4.6 m²
Studio contents or one bedroom set
Medium units
Two Room
70 sq ft · 6.5 m²
Medium unit
75 sq ft · 7.0 m²
Large Room
80 sq ft · 7.4 m²
Two-Bedroom
100 sq ft · 9.3 m²
1-bedroom apartment with appliances
Medium unit
110 sq ft · 10.2 m²
Small Garage
120 sq ft · 11.1 m²
Large units
Standard Garage
150 sq ft · 13.9 m²
2-bedroom apartment
Large Garage
200 sq ft · 18.6 m²
3-bedroom apartment or 2-bedroom villa
Large unit
250 sq ft · 23.2 m²
Large unit
300 sq ft · 27.9 m²
3- to 4-bedroom villa with garden furniture
X-Large units
Large unit
350 sq ft · 32.5 m²
Large unit
400 sq ft · 37.2 m²
Large unit
500 sq ft · 46.5 m²
Business stock, pallets, equipment
These sizes assume boxes stacked to about 2 metres. A free video survey confirms the size before move-in day.
Store what you own, the way it needs storing
What Storage Services Does Delight Self Storage Offer?
We offer 7 storage services: self storage, personal storage, furniture storage, warehouse storage, box storage, appliance storage and luggage storage. The 7 services differ by what they store, how they bill and who moves the items.
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Self Storage Units
Self storage is renting a private, lockable unit inside a staffed facility, with you holding the only key. Our units come in different sizes, from 10 to 500 sq ft, rented month-to-month from AED 225. Access is available 24/7 via a personal gate PIN. Every unit is held at 22°C and protected by CCTV, PIN-coded gates and an individual unit lock.
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Personal Storage
Personal storage is for personal and household belongings, sized to what you own and arranged for easy collection from your home. Typical items include seasonal clothing, sports equipment, bicycles, baby gear, books, keepsakes and documents. One person's personal belongings usually fit a 25 to 50 sq ft unit from AED 400 a month, or 5 to 20 boxes on per-box billing. Our team collects from your door, and any item comes back within 48 hours of a request.
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Furniture Storage
Furniture storage is storage for household furniture, from a single sofa to the full contents of a villa. We accept sofas, beds and mattresses, wardrobes, dining sets, office desks and outdoor furniture. The team dismantles, wraps and collects each piece, then stores it on raised pallets in units held at 22°C and 55% humidity. Furniture from a 1-bedroom apartment fits in a 100 sq ft unit from AED 1,150 a month.
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Warehouse Storage
Warehouse storage is the rental of commercial floor space for business inventory, equipment and records. Our warehouse spaces cover 500 to 5,000 sq ft, priced from AED 10 per sq ft per month on 3-month commercial terms. Each space includes pallet racking, a loading bay and forklift support. Staff accept supplier deliveries during staffed hours (8 am–8 pm). Renters need a valid UAE trade licence.
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Box Storage
Box storage is a collection service for packed boxes, billed per box instead of per unit. We deliver sturdy cartons, collect the packed boxes and store each one under a barcode label. Pricing starts at AED 29 per box per month, with a 3-box minimum. Any box comes back within 48 hours of a retrieval request.
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Appliance Storage
Appliance storage is storage for electrical household appliances between homes or during renovations. Accepted appliances include refrigerators, freezers, washing machines, dryers, ovens, dishwashers, televisions and split AC units. Fridges, freezers and washing machines arrive defrosted, drained and dried for 48 hours, and every appliance stands upright in a climate-controlled unit. Appliances share a unit with furniture or go in a 25 sq ft unit from AED 400 a month.
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Luggage Storage
Luggage storage is short-term storage for suitcases and travel bags, billed per bag. You can store suitcases, travel trunks, sports bags and boxed travel items, with no limit on the number of bags. Rates start at AED 15 per bag per day, with a lower monthly rate per bag for summer-long storage. The team collects bags from homes and hotels and returns them on the date you choose.
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Seven services, side by side
How Do the 7 Storage Services Compare on Price, Collection and Access?
The 7 services differ on 4 decision points: billing unit, starting price, collection and access. The table compares each service across those 4 points, plus what it stores and its minimum term.
| Service | Stores | Billing and starting price | Minimum term | Collection and return | Access |
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| Self storage | Any household or business items | Per unit, from AED 225/month | 1 month | Optional collection, free on bookings of 6 months or longer | 24/7 PIN gate |
| Personal storage in Dubai | Clothing, sports gear, documents, keepsakes | Per unit or per box, from AED 400/month | 1 month | Collection from home; items back in 48 hours | 24/7 or on request |
| Furniture storage in Dubai | Sofas, beds, wardrobes, dining sets | Per unit, from AED 1,150/month | 1 month | Dismantling, wrapping and collection | 24/7 PIN gate |
| Warehouse storage in Dubai | Inventory, pallets, equipment | Per sq ft, from AED 10/month | 3 months | Supplier deliveries accepted | Business hours, loading bay |
| Box storage in Dubai | Packed boxes | Per box, from AED 29/month | 1 month, 3 boxes | Collection; return in 48 hours | On request |
| Appliance storage in Dubai | Fridges, washers, ovens, TVs | Per unit, from AED 400/month | 1 month | Upright transport and collection | 24/7 PIN gate |
| Luggage storage in Dubai | Suitcases, travel bags | Per bag, from AED 15/day | 1 day | Home and hotel collection | Staffed hours, 8 am–8 pm |
Renters can also combine services under one account, for example, furniture storage for a sofa set plus box storage for documents needed twice a year.
Built for 50°C summers
Which Belongings Need Climate-Controlled Storage in the UAE?
Wood furniture, mattresses, electronics, appliances, documents, photographs, clothing and leather need climate-controlled storage in the UAE. Summer heat passes 50°C inland, and the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) placed coastal humidity at up to 90% in its 2023 forecasts. The table matches each belonging to its risk in an unconditioned room and the service that stores it.
| Belonging | Risk without climate control | Matching service |
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| Wood furniture | Warping and splitting | Furniture storage |
| Mattresses and sofas | Mould and odour | Furniture storage |
| Electronics and appliances | Condensation and corrosion | Appliance storage |
| Documents and photographs | Yellowing and sticking | Box storage |
| Clothing and leather | Mould once humidity stays above 70% | Personal storage |
All 7 services use units held at 22°C and 55% relative humidity, 24 hours a day, with backup power.
No small print, just the full list
What Is Included in Every Storage Rental?
Every rental includes climate control, 24/7 CCTV, pest control, a personal access code and month-to-month terms at no extra charge. These 8 inclusions come with every booking:
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Climate control at 22°C and 55% relative humidity
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CCTV coverage on every corridor, recorded for 30 days
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An individual unit lock, with the only key held by you
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Pest control every month
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Free trolleys, lifts and a covered loading bay
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A digital contract and AED invoices with VAT shown
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Free collection on bookings of 6 months or longer
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Optional contents cover up to AED 50,000
Quotes include 5% UAE VAT, so the total on the quote matches the total on the invoice.
Different lives, same need for space
Who Uses Self Storage in the UAE?
Our renters fall into 6 groups: families, expatriates, students, renovating homeowners, small businesses and travellers.
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Families
Families store furniture in the gap between one lease ending and the next handover.
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Expatriates
Expatriates store full households during summer breaks or overseas contracts instead of shipping everything.
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Students
Students store dorm belongings over the summer break between semesters.
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Renovating homeowners
Homeowners clear rooms for painters, flooring teams and kitchen fitters during renovations.
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Small businesses
Small businesses hold stock, samples and archived records outside expensive office space.
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Travellers
Travellers store luggage for a day or for a full holiday.
The doubts, answered plainly
What Concerns Do People Have Before Renting Storage in the UAE?
These 7 concerns come up before most first bookings, and each one has a direct answer.
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“Storage costs too much.”
Medium units in Dubai start at AED 900 a month. Moving up from a 1-bedroom to a 2-bedroom apartment in Dubai adds AED 2,500 or more a month in rent.
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“There won't be a unit free when I need one.”
Reserving 3 to 7 days before your move secures your unit size, and a reserved unit is held for 7 days at no cost.
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“My belongings are not safe in a storage unit.”
Every facility runs 24/7 CCTV, PIN-coded gates, individual unit locks and on-site staff during opening hours. Only the renter holds the unit key.
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“I'm locked into a long contract.”
Contracts run month to month. Leaving takes 30 days' written notice, with no exit fee.
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“Heat and dust ruin stored furniture.”
Units stay sealed and conditioned at 22°C, and door seals block sand and dust.
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“Hidden fees appear on the first invoice.”
Every quote lists rent, VAT, insurance and any collection fee before signing, and the invoice matches the quote.
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“I don't have time to pack and move.”
Our team packs, wraps, collects and stores your belongings, then returns them on a date you choose.
Booked before your coffee cools
How Do You Rent a Storage Unit?
Renting a unit takes 4 steps and under 24 hours from quote to move-in.
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Get a price and unit size from the quote tool or a free video survey.
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Reserve the unit online or on WhatsApp, with no deposit.
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Move in with your Emirates ID or passport, or request collection from your door.
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Retrieve belongings any time with your gate PIN, or request return delivery within 48 hours.
Business renters add a valid UAE trade licence at step 3.
Strategic Locations Across UAE
Customers can find our storage solutions across five Emirates. Customers have ease of access to convenient services.
- Self Storage in Dubai Storage solutions in key business and residential areas. Personal Storage in DubaiFurniture Storage in DubaiWarehouse in DubaiBox Storage in DubaiAppliance Storage in DubaiLuggage Storage in Dubai
- Self Storage in Abu Dhabi Secure storage for businesses, homeowners, and expatriates. Personal Storage in Abu DhabiFurniture Storage in Abu DhabiWarehouse in Abu Dhabi
- Self Storage in Sharjah Affordable and climate-controlled storage for sensitive items. Personal Storage in SharjahFurniture Storage in SharjahWarehouse in Sharjah
- Self Storage in Ajman Ideal for villa furniture storage and business inventory. Personal Storage in AjmanFurniture Storage in AjmanWarehouse in Ajman
- Self Storage in Ras Al Khaimah Perfect for long-term storage solutions. Personal Storage in Ras Al KhaimahWarehouse in Ras Al Khaimah
Your space, reserved today
Ready to Free Up Space at Home or Work?
Reserve today and Delight Self Storage holds your unit for 7 days at no cost while you plan your move. Get a VAT-inclusive price for self storage in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman or Ras Al Khaimah in under 60 seconds, or message the team on WhatsApp at +971 55 557 5473.
- No deposit.
- No exit fee.
- Month-to-month terms.
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FAQs
WhatsAppHow much does self storage cost in Dubai?
Self storage in Dubai costs AED 225 to AED 5,300 a month at Delight Self Storage, depending on unit size and rental length.
What items are prohibited in a storage unit?
Flammable liquids, gas cylinders, perishable food, live animals, weapons, explosives, hazardous chemicals and illegal goods are prohibited. The ban protects every unit in the facility from fire, pests and contamination.
What documents do I need to rent a storage unit in the UAE?
Individual renters need an Emirates ID or a valid passport. Businesses renting warehouse space also need a valid UAE trade licence and the signatory's Emirates ID.
Are stored belongings insured?
Stored belongings are covered once you add Delight contents cover or show an existing home contents policy. This cover protects items up to AED 50,000 against fire, theft and water damage.
What is the minimum rental period?
The minimum rental period is 1 month for storage units and box storage, and 1 day for luggage storage. Warehouse spaces carry a 3-month minimum.
How do I prepare furniture for long-term storage?
Prepare furniture by keeping it clean, dry and dismantled, wrapped in breathable covers. Plastic wrap traps moisture against wood and fabric, so our team wraps furniture in cotton blankets with corner guards.
How early do I need to reserve a storage unit?
Reserve 3 to 7 days before your move, and the unit is held at no cost for 7 days. Same-day move-in is possible when your unit size is free on the day.
Can I change my unit size after moving in?
Yes, renters can move to a larger or smaller unit on request. The transfer carries no fee within the first 14 days.
Can I visit a Delight Self Storage facility before renting?
Yes, every Delight Self Storage facility offers walk-in tours during staffed hours, 8 am to 8 pm, with no appointment needed.