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Hotels in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates |
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Sharjah Hotels are concentrated in Sharjah City Centre and comprise a number of traditional Sharjah hotels that serve the business needs of Sharjah like the Millennium Sharjah and the Sharjah Rotana hotels. There are also several Sharjah resort hotels like the Sharjah Radisson SAS and the Coral Beach Resort both of which are located a few kilometres from the city centre.
Unlike the other Emirates Sharjah does not have large scale plans for new Sharjah hotels but instead any new construction will be focussed on the business sector.
Hotels in Sharjah are located in two distinct areas. Sharjah city hotels are located in the main business hub of Sharjah, Sharjah City Centre which also happens to located next to the Gulf. The Sharjah City hotels are aimed mostly at the business traveller whilst the two Sharjah Resort Hotels are located on the beach outside of the city centre but still close by.
Cranley now lists most 5 star hotels in Sharjah and most 4 star hotels in Sharjah with free comprehensive Sharjah hotel reports, hotel information, independent ratings and reviews including many photos. This makes Cranley the most comprehensive independent on-line guide on Hotels in Sharjah. We expect to add more detailed reports on Sharjah Hotels throughout 2007. |
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Sharjah is the third largest of the seven emirates which form the United Arab Emirates. The settlement of Sharjah dates back some 6,000 years when it is believed to have been called Sarcoa. The population was small and people relied on trade and sea faring in addition to, farming, hunting, fishing and pearling. Many of the early settlements were based around the falaj, a man made underground water course.
From the 16th century onwards, times were turbulent. In 1507, the Portuguese savagely took command of the East Coast in order to establish control of the spice trade. They built forts at Khor Fakkan, Kalba and Dibba and their reign lasted a century till the Dutch gained supremacy for the same reason. By the 17th century the British arrived and began trading with the Qawassim, the forefathers of todays ruling family. In the 18th century, the ruling Qawassim tribe became the mighty seafarers who created an important maritime power in the southern Gulf. Their strongholds were based in Ras Al Khaimah and Sharjah. Sheikh Sultan bin Saqr bin Rashid Al Qassimi, the patriarch of todays rulers became the Sheikh of Sharjah in 1804 and governed for over 50 years. By the turn of the century relationships between the Qawassim and the British deteriorated and in 1809, the British mounted their initial land based attack on the Qawassim in Ras Al Khaimah. By 1820, the first of several Treaties of Peace was signed guaranteeing peace at sea and protection of the British against attack for 150 years. The coast became known as the Trucial Oman and the Sheikhdoms as the Trucial States. These names remained from 1853 up until the formation of the United Arab Emirates in 1971.
In 1972, His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qassimi succeeded as the ruler of Sharjah. The same year, oil was struck in the Mubarak field, 80 kms offshore, close to the island of Abu Mousa. Two years later production began and at its peak 35,000 barrels were produced per day. A few years later gas condensate was discovered and drilling started in 1990. This natural wealth combined with the foresight of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qassimi has allowed Sharjah to enjoy prosperity and vitality whilst retaining the charms and traditional values of an Islamic city.
Today Sharjah is a cosmopolitan city with modern facilities and hotels, it hosts a range of sporting events like the Annual Sharjah International Cricket festival and F1 Power Boat Racing. As Sharjah adheres Islamic principles it does not allow alcohol in the Emirate. |
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| Sharjah (all areas) |
The quality of health care and facilities in Sharjah is generally good. You have a choice of public and private hospitals, clinics, and individual practitioners to choose from. It is a requirement for expatriates to have a health card in order to live and work in the UAE. These cards are available to all residents of the UAE for a fee. The medical is usually done at the Public Health Clinic, however some of the private hospitals also offer this service.
Public Hospitals include
Kuwaiti Hospital +971 (6) 524 2111
Qassimi Hospital +971 (6) 538 6444
Al Dhaid Hospital +971 (6) 882 2221
Dibba Hospital +971 (9) 882 8777
Kalba Hospital +971 (9) 277 7011
Khor Fakkan +971 (9) 237 0222
Private Hospitals include:
Al Zahra Private Hospital +971 (6) 561 9999
Zulekha Hospital +971 (6) 565 8866
Private Central Hospital +971 (6) 563 9900 |
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Al Badia Golf Resort |
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| Description |
Opened in February 2005 the Al Badia Golf Course continues to receive rave reviews about its design, condition and playability. This is a Robert Trent Jones II designed course, neighbouring the banks of the Dubai Creek and is only 2 minutes from Dubai Airport. Al Badia provides a challenging round for seasoned golfers and assures recreational players a memorable experience. It features extensive use of water with 11 lakes and several smaller ponds with stunning views across the impressive Dubai Skyline. |
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18 |
| Facilities |
Driving range and practice areas will be available from early 2006 and teaching facilities with high tech swing analysis. Country club with extensive facilities will be available from late 2006. |
| Length / Par |
7,250 Yards Par 72 sss 74 |
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Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club |
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| Description |
Opened in 1993 and extensively re-modelled in 2005, the course is set next to Dubai Creek, close to the city centre and Dubai International Airport. The championship course was re-designed by Thomas Bjorn and is set in undulating fairways lined with palms, attractive water hazards and shrubbery that give it a tropical and secluded feel despite being close to the city centre. The complex also features a nine hole floodlit par-three course. The course was voted in November 2005 as one of the top 100 world courses to play. The course hosted the Dubai Desert Classic in 1999 and 2000. |
| Holes |
Two Courses: 18 Hole and 9 Hole |
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The centrepiece clubhouse is designed in the shape of a dhow, making this one of Dubai’s landmark buildings. There is a golf academy with high tech studio, double ended driving range, six PGA qualified professionals and comprehensive pro shop.
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| Length / Par |
18 Hole Course: 6,839 Yards Par 71 sss 72 |
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Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club |
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| Description |
The golf course was opened in 2005 and is a nine hole course with different tee positions for golfers wishing to play eighteen holes. The full eighteen holes plays over 7,000 yards from the back tees and represent a test for most golfers. As well as the course which is floodlit for night golf there is a PGA Academy, practice range and putting green. |
| Holes |
9 |
| Facilities |
PGA tuition
Practice ground
Floodlit course
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Golf carts
Gym
Hair Salon |
| Length / Par |
7,200 yards for full 18 |
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| Size/Frontage |
Approx 40 metres deep by several kilometeres |
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Nearby small retail outlets
Barbeques
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Complimentary parking
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| Safety |
No lifeguards on duty.
Currents can occur |
| Cranley Comment |
The Corniche Beach is located on the Corniche on the Ajman side of Sharjah. It runs from the Sharjah Ladies Club to the Coral Beach resort and is a straight stretch of sand which is lined by palm trees providing screening from the main Corniche Road. The beach has some dress restrictions and potential visitors should check with their hotel concierge. Potential visitors should note that currents can occur and the beaches have warnings to that effect.
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