Radisson SAS Resort, Sharjah

The Cranley Report®: Radisson SAS Resort

Radisson SAS Resort, Sharjah

Hotel Address

Radisson SAS Resort, Sharjah
Corniche Road
P.O. Box 3527
Sharjah
United Arab Emirates

Cranley Rating

Radisson SAS Resort Sharjah

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Hotel Summary

Category	Resort Hotel
Awards Won	2006 Quality Award for Sharjah given by Ruler of Sharjah. MENA Award Best Resort and Value for Money. World Travel Market Best Resort Hotel in Sharjah. EEG Environmental Award.

Hotel Opened	1981
Refurbishment	2006 All common areas and the majority of the rooms were refurbished

Cranley Summary

The Radisson SAS Resort in Sharjah is a high quality resort hotel located on its private beach close to the centre of Sharjah and a twenty minute taxi ride from Dubai when the traffic is quiet. It is built around a light and airy central atrium and has a won a number of prestigious international awards. There is a wide choice of rooms from the Cabana Rooms around the pool area to luxury suites in the main hotel building. There are a variety of restaurants inside the main building and outside by the pool and beach area although no bars serve alcoholic drinks due to Sharjah's strict ban on alcohol. There are two adult and two children's pools and a wide sandy beach with sunbeds and parasols. For sports there are two well equipped gyms with one being for ladies only, two floodlit tennis courts and there is a range of massages and treatments available from the Bay Club. There are activities for children and as well as having two dedicated pools they also have organised activities arranged by the pool and on the beach. In addition all the food outlets offer children's menus and highchairs. Meetings, conferences and weddings can be arranged from a choice of nine different function rooms and for guests wishing to stay in touch there is complimentary wireless broadband internet access in all rooms and public areas.

Hotel Location & Layout

Location Description

The Radisson SAS Resort is within easy reach of both Dubai and Sharjah International Airports. The centre of Sharjah is within a five to ten minute taxi ride and the Deira area of Dubai is twenty minutes away without traffic although it can take a lot longer with traffic. Sharjah has a range of traditional and modern shopping facilities including a number of shopping malls and old Souks. There is also a local market and shops within walking distance. The hotel is located in extensive grounds with its own private bay with a wide sandy beach. Traffic conditions between Sharjah and Dubai during peak times can cause substantial delays so guests wishing to venture into Dubai should time their journeys with the advice of concierge.

Airports
Distance	15 km
Airport Transfers	Taxi

Cities and Sights
Distance	15 km
City/Sight Transfers	The hotel runs a shuttle bus to Dubai four times a day. Taxi

Hotel Layout

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Layout Description

The hotel is laid out in one main building with a central atrium style design with a large glass wall running the full height of the building. There is a corridor to the rooms overlooking the central lobby on each floor where reception, the business centre, concierge, tour desk, restaurants and shops are located. There are a further twenty separate Cabana Rooms which are built around the large pool area and are accessed via the Bay Club behind reception. The pool is located at the rear of the hotel and past the pool are the beach and a grassed sunbathing area.

Lobby & Guest Relations

Open Hours	Twenty four hours
Languages Spoken	English, Arabic and Russian are amongst a variety of languages spoken.
Payment Methods	Major credit cards. No personal cheques.
Foreign Exchange	All major currencies are exchanged.
Taxis Arranged	Taxi rank outside hotel.
Tours Arranged	The tour desk is located in the lobby to the right of the reception area. Tours are arranged to "Wild Wadi" water park in Dubai as well as a Dubai City tour and to the Burj al Arab hotel. Other tours include Sharjah and Abu Dhabi City.

Guest Relations	Safe deposit boxes.
Concierge Services	Standard
Medical Facilities	A doctor or nurse is on call twenty four hours. Hospitals are within a five minute drive of the hotel and there is a pharmacy opposite the hotel which concierge can arrange to collect prescription drugs and medicines on behalf of guests twenty four hours a day.
Parking	Complimentary outdoor valet parking is available for guests and there is CCTV cameras operate in the car park.

Cranley Comment

The lobby is a large and airy atrium with a glass wall on one side reaching the full height of the building. The reception is located immediately opposite the entrance with the concierge desk, tour desk and gentleman's barber on the left. The business centre, shops, restaurants and coffee shop are to the right of reception and there is comfortable seating with settees and armchairs for twenty eight guests in front of the reception desk.

Shops & Amenities

Description

There are a range of shops and amenities located inside the hotel including:
Car hire desk
Newsagents
Perfumes shop where you can create your own scents
Small gift shop
Al Khalidiah Tourism desk
Menswear shop
Barbers
Jewellery shop
Specialist shop selling pearl necklaces and rings

Cranley Comment

There is a range of boutiques and shops in the hotel Souk and the area behind reception offering newspapers, convenience items, Arabic perfumes, jewellery and gifts as well a gentlemen's barber. Shops are generally open 09.00 to 23.00. In addition, the City Centre Mall, the Sahara Centre as well as the Souk Al Arsah which is one of the oldest Souks in the UAE are located five to ten minutes away by taxi. There are further shopping opportunities in Dubai including the Gold Souk and the hotel operates a complimentary shuttle service to Dubai four times a day and the Sharjah Sahara Centre has its own complimentary shuttle on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

Rooms, Suites & Villas

Number of Floors	15
Total Rooms	300
Elevators	3 plus VIP lift to Floors 15/16
Rooms per Elevator	100
Total Staff	350
Staff per Room	1.2

Check-in Time	14.00
Check-out Time	12.00
Late Checkout	Subject to availability Up to 15.00 is complimentary Until 18.00 50% charge. After 18.00 100% charge.
Smoking Rooms	Non-smoking rooms are available
Room Service	Full menu available twenty four hours.
Laundry Service	Items received before 09.00 will be returned same day. Three hour service at 100% additional charge. Three hour pressing service at 50% charge.
Unique Features	Honeymoon couples are offered complimentary flowers, fruit and cakes. Ice machines on floors 3, 6, 8.

Cranley Comment

The majority of rooms have been refurbished and are all comfortably furnished and tastefully decorated. All room types with the exception of the Cabana Rooms which open on to the pool have sea views. The entry level rooms are Cabana Rooms which are located around the pool and are 24sqm. For guests requiring a little more space the Standard Rooms and Business Class Rooms are 39sqm. For those wanting additional room there are a number of different suites including the Arabian Suites which are spacious with large balconies, separate dining areas and kitchens. Connecting rooms are available on request.

Type of Room, Views & Facilities

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Cabana Room	20	Pool Surround	Satellite television Occasional table Two armchairs Complimentary internet access Safe deposit box Desk Hairdryer IDD telephone Full length mirror Mini bar Walk-in shower Shaving mirror	2 adults	24

Cranley Comment

The Cabana Rooms are for adults only and are accessed via the Bay Club Health Centre and are located around the pool. They have been recently renovated and are decorated in a modern style with tiled floors and are furnished with a small wall mounted satellite television, a large wardrobe, bedside table, separate table and two rattan armchairs. The bathroom is decorated with green and grey tiling and has white sanitary wear and comes with a shower but no bathtub.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Standard Room	246	Sea	As per the Cabana Rooms with the added benefit of: Additional sqm Entry foyer Dressing area Bath	3 adults	39

Cranley Comment

The majority of Standard Rooms have been recently refurbished and are located in the main hotel building. They have the same amenities as the Cabana Rooms and are decorated with dark wood furniture and in a modern contemporary style and have balconies. You enter the room via a hallway which has a bathroom and dressing room to one side and leads into the bedroom. The rooms come with either a king size or twin beds.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Business Class Room	16	Sea	As per the Standard Room with the added benefit of: Bathrobes and slippers. Kettle Trouser press Complimentary breakfast for two Complimentary bottled water on first day.	3 Adults	38

Cranley Comment

Business Class Rooms are similar to the Standard Rooms with the same amenities but are corner rooms with entry via a small foyer into the bedroom which has a dressing room and bathroom leading off it. They are decorated with dark wood furniture, beige carpets and are styled in a modern contemporary style. The rooms come with either a king size or twin beds. The rooms have some additional amenities like a trouser press, kettle, bathrobe and slippers.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
One Bedroom Junior Suite	9	Sea	As per the Business Class Room with the added benefit of: Tea/Coffee making facilities Cordless phone on desk Iron with ironing board Additional bathroom	3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12	65

Cranley Comment

The Junior Suite is a one bedroom room that are located in the corners of the building. The suite comprises of a bedroom with two en-suite bathrooms and an entrance hallway. The room is decorated in a contemporary style with the bathrooms having beige coloured sanitary fittings with a combined bath and overhead shower. The suite benefits from being over 50% larger than the Business Class Rooms. The suite is decorated in the same contemporary style as the other room types and also benefits from a balcony.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
One Bedroom Arabian Suites	6	Sea	As per the One Bedroom Junior Suite with the added benefit of: Separate bedroom Television Two seater settee Armchair Coffee table Radio/CD/Alarm clock Bathroom 1: Two washbasins Bathroom 2 Combined bath/shower Scales. Lounge with: Two large settees Sony Wega television and DVD JVC CD and Radio Desk and chair Dining table with six chairs Separate Kitchen: Three hob electric cooker and oven Full size fridge. Sink, coffee maker and crockery Fire extinguisher Separate luggage area: Walk in wardrobe	3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12	106

Cranley Comment

The Arabian Suite is a one bedroom suite with the benefit of having a separate lounge and bedroom. Entry to the suite is via a small entrance corridor with both the bedroom and lounge leading off it. The lounge/dining room has a dining table for six persons and a feature chandelier as well as having a seating area with large screen Sony television. Off the lounge is a small kitchen with full cooking facilities. The bedroom has a king size bed and a seating area. Off the bedroom is the balcony with tables and chairs. The Arabian Suites are furnished with high quality fittings and are tastefully designed in a modern Arab style.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Presidential Suite	3	Sea	As per the Arabian Suite with the added benefit of: Additional sqm Additional bedroom Guest toilet Large balcony	4 adults or 4 adults and 2 children	234

Cranley Comment

The Presidential Suite is the premier room type in the Radisson SAS Sharjah. It is over twice the size of the Arabian Suite and has the benefit of two en-suite bedrooms and a guest bathroom as well as the other facilities that are in the Arabian Suite like a full kitchen. The rooms are either carpeted, tiled or have parquet flooring and the suite is decorated with a soothing modern décor and have contemporary soft furniture. The suite also benefits from a large balcony with table and chairs and sun loungers.

Restaurants & Cafés

Number of Restaurants

Restaurant Comments

The Radisson Sharjah Resort has six different restaurants and cafes. The main international restaurant and breakfast location is Café at the Falls which is located in the central atrium. There are two speciality restaurants; Shahzadeh is a Moroccan/Iranian and Canton is a Chinese. Also inside are the lobby lounge and a coffee shop. For pool and beach goers there is a separate beach and pool bar. Children are well catered for with special menus and high chairs available on request. In the Cafe at the Falls up to two children under six per family eat on a complimentary basis and additional children and aged six to twelve pay 50%.

Cafe at the Falls

Restaurant Type	International
Restaurant Capacity	Total 220
Opening Times	Breakfast 06.30 to 11.30 Lunch 12.30 to 15.30 Dinner 19.00 to 23.00
Dress Codes	Casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Separate non-smoking area
Children’s Facilities	Highchairs Children's menu
Breakfast Options	A wide range of hot and cold dishes and an egg station where a variety of egg dishes can be cooked to order.

Cranley Comment

Café at the Falls is the main international restaurant at the hotel and is located below the main lobby area in the central atrium. It is attractively designed to recreate an outdoor environment with trees, plants, a waterfall and pond stocked with koi carp. There are different themed buffets each night which are served to order from the central cooking station alongside the hot and cold buffet. There is also an a la carte menu to choose from.

Shahzadeh

Restaurant Type	Moroccan and Iranian
Restaurant Capacity	Total 45
Opening Times	19.00 to 00.00 Closed Sundays
Dress Codes	Smart casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Separate non-smoking area
Children’s Facilities	Highchairs
Breakfast Options	N/A