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The Cranley Report®: Coral Beach Resort
Coral Beach Resort, Sharjah
Hotel Address
Sharjah Corniche Road
PO Box 5524
Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
Contact Details
Telephone: +971 6 522 9999
Fax: +971 6 522 3111
E-mail
Email hotel's reservation Desk
Cranley Rating

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Hotel Summary
Category Resort Hotel
Awards Won MENA 2006 Travel Awards
Best four star resort.
Hotel Opened
 1978
Refurbishment The hotel had a full renovation in 2001 and there is an ongoing programme of refurbishment of soft furnishings.
Cranley Summary
The Coral Beach Resort is a full resort hotel, with its own private beach, located on the Corniche Road on the Ajman side of Sharjah city centre. It is one of Sharjah’s original hotels having been built in 1978 and completely renovated in 2001. The hotel has standard twin, double and triple rooms that can be configured into one and two bedroom suites. It also has five, 4 bedroom villas located across the road from the hotel. For dining there are six restaurant options which include an International restaurant, a Seafood restaurant, an Italian restaurant, two cafés and a casual pool bar restaurant. As Sharjah is a dry Emirate there are no bars and alcohol is not served in any of the restaurants. For leisure there are three swimming pools, including an adult oriented lap pool, a family pool with water slides and a toddler's paddling pool located at the children’s club. There is also a private beach with a range of chargeable water sports. The hotel has a dedicated gym and two floodlit tennis courts. There are activities for children and the hotel runs a programme of events for adults as well. The hotel is principally a leisure resort, but there are conference and banqueting facilities available.
Location & Layout
Location Description
The Coral Beach Resort is located on the Corniche Road on the Ajman side of Sharjah city centre which is five minutes away by taxi. Its position gives it easy access to both Dubai and Sharjah international airports. As well as the facilities in the hotel, Sharjah city centre has a range of traditional souks and modern shopping centres. For guests wanting golf, the Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club is only 20 kilometres away and two of Dubai’s world class golf courses are only 30 to 40 minutes away by taxi depending on traffic conditions. For ladies the Sharjah Ladies' Club, an exclusive health and leisure centre, is located a couple of kilometres from the hotel.
Airports
Distance
 20 km
Airport Transfers
 Taxi transfers available.
Cities and Sights
Distance
 24 km
City/Sight Transfers
 Taxi transfers available.
Shuttle bus runs three times a day to Dubai City Centre (Deira).
Layout Description
The Coral Beach Resort is a resort hotel set in formal gardens with its own private beach. The hotel is built on six floors with accommodation on the upper five floors. There are also five separate villas across the road from the front of the hotel. The large open plan lobby extends from the main entrance to the rear of the hotel where guests will find the main restaurant and cafés. The rear exit leads through the gardens to the beach, passing the Lap Pool on the right hand side. Adjoining the beach at the right hand end is the Casa' Samak Seafood restaurant, whilst the water sports facility and massage room is at the far left hand side. Also to the left and overlooking the beach are the Family Pool and Waves pool bar. Behind the Family Pool are the children’s pool and play centre, with the tennis courts and the fitness centre nearby.
Lobby and Guest Relations
Open Hours
 24 hours
Languages Spoken English, Arabic, Russian and several other languages are spoken.
Payment Methods All major international credit cards and cash accepted.
Foreign Exchange All major currencies exchanged.
Taxis Arranged Street taxis can be arranged on request.
Tours Arranged A range of tours can be organised by the Concierge which include city tours of Sharjah, Dubai, Al Ain, East Coast and Abu Dhabi, sand skiing, helicopter tours, desert safari and BBQ’s, overnight safaris, Musandam mountains trips and traditional dhow dinners.
Guest Relations Standard services
Concierge Services
 Standard services
Medical Facilities A doctor can be called as required. The typical response time would be within one hour according to the hotel.
Parking Complimentary valet parking around the hotel, with enough spaces for all guests.
Cranley Comment
Guests enter the hotel through a revolving glass door or the glass doors on either side. Immediately on the left is the Concierge desk, with a small shopping boulevard to the left beyond that. On the right hand side is the entrance to Al Dente restaurant. The Front Desk is located on the right hand side after the restaurant, with the Guest Relations desk located opposite. Also opposite the reception area are the two lifts that serve the guest bedrooms. Beyond the lifts is the Marhaba Lounge and Café, which extends into Rumours Café on the left and Al Bahar restaurant on the right.
Shops & Amenities
Description
The shopping boulevard contains the following:
Banquet and Catering office
Arabian Explorers office
Ice - gift and novelty shop - open daily 10:00 to 21:00
Blue Sea Ladies' Salon covering hair, makeup, waxing, manicures and pedicures - open Saturday to Thursday 10:00 to 21:00 and Friday 16:00 to 22:00.
Inspire Jewellers selling a range of gold and diamonds - open Saturday to Thursday 10:00 to 21:00
Bade Moden selling jewellery and ladies' wear - open daily 09:00 to 18:00.
Planeta Mexa selling furs - open daily 09:00 to 18:00
Cranley Comment
The hotel has a small range of shops and boutiques selling mostly gifts and essential items. However, just five minutes away by taxi is the central souk in Sharjah, which has over six hundred shops selling a wide variety of items including, gold, silver, Oriental carpets, furniture, crafts and curios.
Rooms, Suites & Villas
Number of Floors 6
Total Rooms 156
Elevators 2
Rooms per Elevator 78
Total Staff 150
Staff per Room 1
Check-in Time 15:00
Check-out Time 12:00
Late Checkout Until 14:00 (subject to availability)
Smoking Rooms Floors 2 and 5 are non smoking.
Room Service Full menu served 24 hours.
Laundry Service Items dropped off by 09:00 are returned by 18:00.
Four hour express service up to 16:00 at a 50% premium.
Cranley Comment
The room type and décor theme is the same throughout each of the rooms, which can be configured as Twin/Double or Triple Rooms and through the use of two or three connecting rooms can also be made into One or Two Bedroom Suites. None of the rooms have balconies and they have either Sea or City views, though the higher level rooms on the sea side of the hotel offer a better perspective. The hotel also has 5 four bedroom villas which are located across the road from the main hotel and therefore have the benefit of a level of privacy, whilst at the same time having access to all the hotel facilities. The only drawback with the villas is the need to cross a main road to reach them.
Type of Room, Views & Facilities
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Twin/Double 132

48 Sea
84 City

Individually controlled air conditioning
High speed internet access
Satellite TV
Direct dial telephone
Bathrobe
Slippers
Safe
Mini bar
Wardrobe space
Luggage stand
Circular table and two chairs
Desk/dressing table and chair
Bedside tables and lamps
Free standing lamp

Bathroom with:
Combined bath and shower
Hairdryer
WC
Bidet
Bathroom scale

 3 adults 26
Cranley Comment
The Twin/Double rooms are all the same room type, but come with either a king or twin bed configuration. On entering the room the bathroom and wardrobes are on either side of the entrance corridor which leads into the bedroom area. The room is designed in a contemporary style with a light tiled floor and patterned bedside rugs, white and salmon pink coloured walls, with blue and yellow patterned curtains. Furniture is all in a light wood and there are scenic prints on the walls. The bathroom has a combined bath and shower as well as a bidet and is decorated with beige tiles on the floor and walls and white sanitary ware.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Triple 24

8 Sea
16 City

As per Twin/Double room except that it has an additional bed.

3 adults 26
Cranley Comment
The Triple rooms are located in the corners of the building and come with either a king or twin bed configuration, plus an additional single bed. On entering the room the bathroom and wardrobes are on either side of the entrance corridor which leads into the bedroom area. The room is designed in a contemporary style with a light tiled floor and patterned bedside rugs, white and salmon pink coloured walls, with blue and yellow patterned curtains. Furniture is all in a light wood and there are scenic prints on the walls. The bathroom has a combined bath and shower as well as a bidet and is decorated with beige tiles on the floor and walls and white sanitary ware.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
One Bedroom Suite

As per the Twin/Double Room plus:
A separate lounge
Additional satellite television
Three seater sofa bed
Two armchairs
Coffee table

 3 adults 52
Cranley Comment
The One Bedroom Suites are made up on request and comprise two standard adjoining rooms, where one of the rooms is converted into a lounge. In addition to the bedroom which is the same as the other room types listed above, the lounge has a range of seating including a three seater sofa bed and two armchairs and has a standard bathroom which is exactly the same as in the bedroom. The suites can be either sea or city view depending on the availability of connecting rooms.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Two Bedroom Suite

As per the One Bedroom Suite plus:
Additional bedroom

6 adults 78
Cranley Comment
The Two Bedroom Suites are made up on request and are the same as the One Bedroom Suites but with an additional bedroom on the other side of the lounge. The second bedroom is exactly the same as the other room types already described. The Suite consists of three interconnecting rooms and can have either city or sea views depending on the availability of rooms.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Villa's 5

City

Four bedrooms
Three bathrooms
Guest wc
Maids room
Lounge with:
Satellite TV
Sofas and armchairs
Dining room with:
Table and 6 chairs
Kitchen with:
Fridge/freezer
Microwave (but no other cooking facilities)
Utility room with ironing board
Terraces with tables and chairs at front and back of the villa

 10 Persons 240
Cranley Comment
The hotel has five villas which are self contained detached units located opposite and across the road from the main hotel. Their position gives them a level of privacy but at the same time allowing guests to use all the main hotel facilities. The villas are decorated in a Mediterranean style with painted walls and tiled flooring. They have four bedrooms, two of which are en-suite with the other two sharing a bathroom. There is a large lounge and separate dining area and there is also a large kitchen, although there is no oven or hob and a self contained maid's room. Outside there are terraces at both the front and back of the villas and there is a covered parking space at the back.
Restaurants & Cafés
Number of Restaurants
 6
Restaurant Comments
The Coral Beach Resort offers guests a choice of six restaurants. The main breakfast and International restaurant is the Al Bahar towards the rear of the hotel, whilst for more informal dining, the Al Dente restaurant at the front of the hotel specialises in Italian food. Towards the rear of the lobby area, Marhaba Lounge and Rumours Café offer a range of salads, sandwiches, light meals and desserts. For guests by the beach and the Family Pool, "Waves" has a selection of salads, sandwiches and a Friday brunch barbecue. For more formal dining Casa' Samak restaurant which specialises in seafood is next to the beach and has both indoor and outdoor seating.
  Al Bahar  
     
Restaurant Type All Day Dining
Restaurant Capacity Total 170 (Of which 100 inside and 70 outside)
Opening Times Breakfast 06:30 to 10:30
Lunch 12:30 to 16:00
Dinner 19:00 to 22:30
Dress Codes Smart casual
No swimwear
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy No smoking allowed, except on the outside terrace.
Children’s Facilities High chairs
Children under six dine complimentary
Children seven to thirteen pay 50%
Breakfast Options Full buffet breakfast with live cooking stations.
Cranley Comment
The Al Bahar is located at the rear of the hotel. It has seating inside the restaurant, outside in the lobby area and outside the building on a terrace overlooking the Lap Pool (only open in the winter months.) The interior is decorated in a Mediterranean style with bright painted walls and tiled floors. As well as being the main breakfast location, the restaurant is also open for lunch. In the evenings Al Bahar has international buffets representing a number of different countries, with theme nights covering Asian, World, Mediterranean, Mexican, Russian, German/Scandinavian and Arabian cuisine.
  Casa’ Samak  
     
Restaurant Type Seafood
Restaurant Capacity Total 66 (of which 30 inside and 36 outside)
Opening Times Lunch 12:00 to 15:00
(Winter only)
Dinner 19:00 to 23:00
Dress Codes Smart casual
No swimwear
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy No smoking allowed, except on the outside terrace.
Children’s Facilities High chairs available
Breakfast Options None
Cranley Comment
The Casa’ Samak is located on the edge of the beach in a purpose built building overlooking the Gulf. The interior is decorated in an Asian style and has seating inside in an intimate room with additional seating on an outside terrace under a pitched roof and at tables adjacent to the beach. The restaurant features a show kitchen with fresh fish on an ice display. Specialities include the Marinated Grilled Lobster and Surf and Dive which is a chargrilled half lobster and tiger shrimps with Marie Rose sauce. There is also a seafood barbecue night once a week where for a fixed price, guests can eat as much as they like.
  Al Dente  
     
Restaurant Type Italian
Restaurant Capacity Total 66 (of which 52 inside and 14 outside)
Opening Times Lunch 12.00 to 15.00
Dinner 19.00 to 23.30
Dress Codes Smart casual
No swimwear
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy No smoking allowed, except on the outside terrace.
Children’s Facilities High chairs available