Gateway Residence is located in a place that does not have the most convenient interchange of public transport. The nearest RAK Bus Station is situated within a 10-minute drive. For this reason, residents prefer to travel by private car or use taxi services. There are several excellent restaurants near the complex, which can be reached within a 5-10 minutes drive. Layali Zaman offers visitors traditional Arabic cuisine. See and See Cafe and Poem Bistro are also located near the apartments, and for fine dining, residents can go to Thunder Road Pizza and Grill and LaLuna, which are ideal for spending an evening with friends.

The nearest supermarkets are located within a five-minute walk of the complex. They include Choithram Supermarket, Carrefour, Al Mondial Grocery, and Al Bateen Supermarket. Iceland Waterpark is situated within a five-minute drive of Gateway Residence and is famous for its wave pools and steep slides. RAK Track, a popular go-kart track, can be reached within a 10-minute drive.

Apartments at Gateway Residence belong to the budget segment of the local real estate market. Purchasing a residence here would be an excellent investment because real estate in the Mina Al Arab area boasts high rates of profitability. The return on investment rate for a one-bedroom apartment is 5.1%, and two-bedroom apartments have a return rate of 5%. Therefore, if the current trends continue, investors will be able to recoup their investments within 19 to 20 years.