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The Cranley Report®: Millennium Hotel
Millennium Hotel, Sharjah
Hotel Address
Corniche Road
(PO Box 3930)
Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
Contact Details
Telephone: +971 6 556 6666
Fax: +971 6 556 0999
E-mail
Email hotel's reservation Desk
Cranley Rating

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Hotel Summary
Category Hotel
Awards Won 2007
World Travel Award - Sharjah's Leading Hotel

2006
Century International Quality ERA Award - Leadership
Hotel Opened
 2002
Refurbishment 2008
Al Dallah coffee shop.

2007
Le Club treatment rooms.
Upgrade to LCD televisions in all rooms except Deluxe.
Ongoing refurbishment of one guest room floor at a time in low season.
Cranley Summary
The Millennium Hotel Sharjah is geared towards the business and convention market. It is located on the Sharjah Corniche close to the city centre and the main Sharjah shopping mall. The hotel was opened at the end of 2002 and has 259 rooms on 18 floors, a large proportion of the guest rooms have impressive views of the lagoon. There are a number of room configurations and in addition there is a Millennium Club Lounge for guests staying in Deluxe Suites and above. The hotel has four different dining options including a formal Thai and an Iranian restaurant on the 1st floor, the more casual dining International restaurant and separate café are located on the ground floor. No alcohol is allowed in Sharjah so there is no bar in the hotel. For leisure the hotel has a small gym, squash court, sauna and steam rooms (separate for ladies and gentlemen) and three swimming pools. For conferences and banquets there is one Grand Ballroom that can be configured in different ways which has the benefit of being located on the 1st floor and is accessed by the feature stairway in the lobby or by lift. Additionally there is a 24 hour Business Centre and three further boardrooms.
Location & Layout
Location Description
The hotel is located on the Sharjah Corniche offering impressive views of the Khor Khalid Lagoon whilst at the same time being located in the city centre. The hotel is within easy access to Sharjah’s city centre main shopping malls as well as the ‘Old Souk’ and many other land marks. Ajman is 30km approximately 35 minutes away and Dubai is about 20km away but travel time to Dubai can vary considerably depending on the time of day so guests are advised to take advice from the hotel's Concierge. The hotel provides a complimentary shuttle service four times a day for guests wanting to visit Dubai for shopping or evening activities and a shuttle service to a private beach in Sharjah once a day.
Airports
Distance
 15 km
Airport Transfers
 Minimum 25 minutes depending on traffic.

Cities and Sights
Distance
 15 km
City/Sight Transfers
 Minimum 25 minutes depending on traffic.

The hotel runs a complimentary shuttle bus four times a day to Dubai City Centre and Deira Tower when traffic is lighter, returning three times a day.
Layout Description
The hotels impressive elevated entrance leads off the main Corniche on the banks of the Khalid Lagoon near to the city centre. The large marbled and gold coloured lobby area has a central feature grand stair case which leads to the 1st floor where two A la carte restaurants with lagoon views, and the Al Jawhara Ballroom are located. To the left of the lobby area is an International buffet restaurant and to the right a coffee and pastry lounge. The three reception islands are situated towards the rear of the lobby whilst the Concierge and guests lifts are opposite. The Business Centre and shopping arcade are located at the far end of the lobby. This tall hotel has eighteen floors with the rooms located from the 3rd floor upwards, club rooms and suites are located on the top three floors and the Millennium Club Lounge is on the 17th floor. Le Club heath club and the swimming pools are located on a roof terrace on the 2nd floor with pools on either side of the building which means there is always one pool in the shade. There is a daily complimentary shuttle to a private beach club, alternatively it is only a five minute taxi ride away.
Lobby and Guest Relations
Open Hours
 24 hours
Languages Spoken English, Arabic, German, Russian, Swedish, Tagalog, and several other languages spoken.
Payment Methods All major credit cards and cash are accepted.
Foreign Exchange All major currencies exchanged
Exchange rates are commissionable.
Taxis Arranged Street taxis can be arranged on request
There can sometimes be a short wait
Tours Arranged A full range of tours and tailor made packages can be organised through the Concierge to include:

Abu Dhabi City tours
Ajman City tours
Al Ain City tours
Desert safari and bbq’s
Dubai City tours
East Coast tours
Helicopter tours
Overnight safaris
Musandam mountain trips
Sand skiing
Sharjah City tours
Traditional dhow dinners
Guest Relations Standard service
Al Safwa rent a car
Concierge Services
 The Concierge is on hand 24 hours a day and will assist guests with any arrangements including restaurant reservations, limousines, car rental, airport transfers and tours.
Medical Facilities There is a nurse on duty Saturday to Thursday from 10.00 to 13.00
A doctor is available 24 hours a day with a typical response time of within 15 minutes, according to the hotel.
There is a pharmacy located next to the hotel.
Parking Complimentary valet underground parking for 50 cars.
Cranley Comment
The hotel lobby is set in a stylish surrounding with high ceilings, a large chandelier, marble flooring and a grand staircase in the centre which leads up to the banqueting and conferencing facilities and restaurants on the 1st floor. The front desk is located on the left side which consists of three individual reception desks. The concierge is located on the opposite side of the lobby and at the very front of the lobby on either side are two of the restaurants which are open plan to the lobby. At the back of the lobby are the boutiques and business centre.
Shops & Amenities
Description
Al Safwa Rent a Car
08:00 to 19:00 Saturday to Thursday, closed Friday

‘Book Shop’ – Newspapers, magazines, toiletries and sun oils.
08:00 to 24:00 Saturday to Thursday, 08:00 to 17:00 Friday

‘Garment Shop’ – Arabic ladies fashion.
08:00 to 24:00 Saturday to Thursday, 08:00 to 17:00 Friday

‘Antique Shop’ – Arabic antiques.
08:00 to 24:00 Saturday to Thursday, 08:00 to 17:00 Friday

Al Fanar Luxury Tours – Excursions.
08:30 to 15:00 Summer, 08:30 to 22:00 Winter

Al Juwar – Perfumery.
09:30 to 22:00 Saturday to Thursday, 16:00 to 22:00 Friday

Tarasoli Carpet Co – Carpets.
10:30 to 12:30 and 17:00 to 22:30 Saturday to Thursday, 17:00 to 22:30 Friday

Dana Gents Salon
10:00 to 22:00, 7 days a week

Dana All Jamal Ladies Salon – Hair styling, facials, manicures, pedicures, make-up and waxing.
10:00 to 22:00, 7 days a week
Cranley Comment
The hotel has a selection of boutiques at the rear of the lobby selling Arabic fashion, gifts, carpets and also a perfumery. The Book Shop sells newspapers, magazines, and sun oils and there is a luxury tour company and separate gents and ladies hairdressers. In addition, the City Centre Mall, Sahara Centre and Souk Al Arsah which is one of the oldest Souks in the UAE are all located within a five to ten minutes taxi ride away.
Rooms, Suites & Villas
Number of Floors 18
Total Rooms 259
Elevators 4
Rooms per Elevator 65
Total Staff 216
Staff per Room 0.8
Check-in Time 14.00
Check-out Time 12.00
Late Checkout Subject to availability
Smoking Rooms 135 Smoking Rooms
Deluxe - 112
Deluxe Studio – 7
Deluxe Suite - 16
Room Service 24 hours
06:30 to 11:00 Breakfast
11:00 to 23:30 Lunch and Dinner
23:00 to 06:30 Night menu

Specials from Mojo Thai Restaurant
12:30 to 15:30 and 19:00 to 23:30

Specials from Shiraz Iranian Restaurant
12:30 to 15:30 and 19:00 to 23:30
Laundry Service A next day, same day and express dry cleaning and laundry service is available.
Laundry and pressing handed in before 09:00 will be returned the same day, seven days a week.
Dry Cleaning handed in before 09:00 will be returned on the same day, seven days a week.
Laundry and pressing handed in after 09:00 will be returned the next day at 10:00.
Express Service incurs an extra charge.
Club or Executive Facilities
The Millennium Club Lounge is located on the 17th floor and is available for guests staying in Deluxe Suites and above. The lounge has ample armchairs and coffee tables for guests to relax and read or watch the large LCD television. There is also a small quiet alcove with computer and printing facilities. The room is decorated in a sophisticated style and has stunning views of the lagoon from floor to ceiling windows that run down the whole of one side of the lounge. The lounge is open from 06.30 to 22.00 and facilities include:

Internet access from a PC in an alcove.
Complimentary breakfast from 06.30 to 10.30
Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and non-alcoholic drinks from 10.30 to 20.00.
Complimentary refreshments, tea, coffee and cookies from 10.30 to 22.00.
Complimentary pressing on the day of arrival (2 pieces only)
Secretarial services
Cranley Comment
The Millennium Hotel Sharjah has a range of room types from Deluxe Rooms to the Royal Suite. The rooms have either impressive Khalid Lagoon views or Sea/City views. The Deluxe Suites, Millennium Club rooms and above have access to the Millennium Club Lounge which has panoramic views from the 17th floor of the hotel. These guest rooms and above have additional amenities including private fax machines within the rooms and a trouser press. They are situated on the top floors of the hotel. All rooms are very well maintained and except for the Royal Suite are decorated in a contemporary style with matching light or dark wood furniture, sand coloured walls and plain complementing curtains.
Type of Room, Views & Facilities
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Deluxe Room 186

104 Khalid Lagoon
82 Sea/City

Electronic locking system
Viewfinder spy hole
Security chain
Individually controlled air-conditioning
Work space/desk
DDI line
Voice mail
High speed internet access (chargeable)
3 pin square British sockets
3 pin round (1 large 2 small) sockets
Television
International Satellite TV
Movie channels
Radio/TV
Floor to ceiling windows
Energy saving key card light switches
Double closet
Full length mirror
Shoe shine service (complimentary)
Large safe suitable for laptop
Safety deposit boxes at Reception (complimentary)
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee making facilities
Fruit basket
Complimentary (national) newspapers
Turndown service
Down duvet
En-suite bathroom
Single vanity basin unit
Bidet
Bath tub with fitted jet shower over it
Bathrobes
Slippers
Shaving/make up mirror
Shaving point
Retractable drying cord
Hairdryer
Bathroom scale
Telephone in bathroom
Television speakers in bathroom
Luxury White Company toiletries

38 Interconnecting Rooms

2 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12 32
Cranley Comment
The Deluxe Rooms are situated on the lower floors of the hotel on either side of the building and comprise a small entrance hallway with large closet to one side and en-suite bathroom to the other. The room is decorated in a contemporary design with light coloured wood furniture and headboard, light gold curtains and beige/sand neutral walls. The room has a range of amenities including chargeable high speed internet and a television with internet connectivity, full width and height windows, seating area with settee, low level coffee table and workspace / dressing table. The bathroom has a bidet, combined bath/shower and white sanitary ware with cream marble walls, floor tiles, dark brown marble vanity counter with white recessed basin and luxury White Company toiletries.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Deluxe Studio Suite 10

Sea/City

As for Deluxe room with the added benefit of:

LCD television
Orbit satellite decoder with extra movie and television channels (400 in total)
Fax machine
Walk through closet
Trouser press

 2 Adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12 43
Cranley Comment
The Deluxe Studio is a one room suite with views over the city. The room has a small entrance hallway with walk through closet on one side which leads to the en-suite bathroom. The slightly irregular shaped living room/ bedroom has full width and height windows, a lounge area at the widest point with a two seater sofa, armchair, coffee table and desk with high speed internet connection and a bed and side tables at the other. The room is decorated in a contemporary design with light coloured wood furniture and headboard, light gold curtains and beige/sand neutral walls. The en-suite has a bidet, combined bath/shower and white sanitary ware with cream marble walls, floor tiles, dark brown marble vanity counter with white recessed basin and luxury White Company toiletries.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Deluxe Suite 22

Khalid Lagoon

As for Deluxe Studio with the added benefit of:

Guest cloakroom
Separate lounge
Additional LCD television
2 two seater sofa's
Dressing table
Millennium Club Lounge facilities

22 Interconnecting Rooms

2 Adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12 61 to 63
Cranley Comment
The Deluxe Suite is a two room suite with a lounge and a separate en-suite bedroom. You enter the lounge which is a rectangular shaped room and has two sofas and a coffee table with a satellite television and large full height and width windows. The adjoining bedroom has a bed, two seater sofa and a dressing table / desk with high speed internet connection and an additional television. The Deluxe Suites are decorated in a contemporary design with light coloured wood furniture and headboard, light gold curtains and beige/sand neutral walls. The en-suite has a bidet, combined bath/shower and white sanitary ware with cream marble walls, floor tiles, dark brown marble vanity counter with white recessed basin and luxury White Company toiletries.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Millennium Club Room 30

12 Khalid Lagoon
18 Sea/City

As for Deluxe room with the added benefit of:

LCD television
Fax machine
Trouser Press
Millennium Club Lounge facilities

10 Interconnecting Rooms

2 Adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12 32
Cranley Comment
The Millennium Club Rooms are the same physical room and décor as the Deluxe Rooms and are also located on either side of the building. The rooms have extra amenities including fax, trouser press, LCD television and access to the Millennium Club Lounge on the 17th floor. The Millennium Club Rooms comprise, a small entrance hallway with large closet to one side and en-suite bathroom to the other. The room is decorated in a contemporary design with light coloured wood furniture and headboard, light gold curtains and beige/sand neutral walls. The room has a range of amenities including chargeable high speed internet and a television with internet connectivity, full width and height windows a seating area with settee, low level coffee table and workspace / dressing table. The bathroom has a bidet, combined bath/shower and white sanitary ware with cream marble walls, floor tiles, dark brown marble vanity counter with white recessed basin and luxury White Company toiletries.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Millennium Club Suite 10

Khalid Lagoon

As for Deluxe Suite with the added benefit of:

Entrance hall
Large guest cloakroom
Fresh flowers daily
Kitchenette with;
Sink
Fridge/small freezer
Separate dining room
Dining table with 6 chairs
Separate shower
Luxury Penhaligons toiletries

10 Interconnecting Rooms

2 Adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12 97 to 117
Cranley Comment
The Millennium Club Suites are a substantial size at a minimum of 97 sqm. It has a good sized entrance hall, separate dining room, lounge, kitchenette, guest cloakroom and en-suite master bedroom. The dining room has a circular table, seating for six people and overlooks the lagoon whilst the lounge also overlooks the lagoon and has 2 three seater sofas', a low level coffee table and LCD Satellite television. The bedroom also has a lounge area with two armchairs and a coffee table and in addition has a desk with fax and internet connection. The bathroom has a bath and large separate shower, bidet and luxury Penhaligons toiletries.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Royal Suite 1

Khalid Lagoon

As for Millennium Club Suite with the added benefit of:

Dining table with 8 chairs
Large master bedroom
Dressing area
Additional double closet
Large master bathroom
Double vanity basin unit
Jacuzzi bath
Large separate rain shower
Large guest twin bedroom
Additional LCD television
2nd additional dressing area
2nd additional double closet
2nd additional large guest bathroom
Double vanity basin unit
2nd additional Jacuzzi bath
2nd additional large separate rain shower
Staff entrance and three separate entrance doors

 5 persons 220
Cranley Comment
The Royal Suite is the premium accommodation and as well as the extra space, benefits from having two en-suite bedrooms with the second bedroom having twin beds. The suite doorway leads into a lounge/dining room with ample space and features a dining table with eight chairs and a three seater sofa as well as additional armchairs. The lounge has impressive views overlooking the lagoon. At either end of the suite are the bedrooms which are identical in size and have the same amenities including a seating area within the bedroom, large bathrooms with Jacuzzi bath, double vanity basin unit and separate rain shower. The guest room has twin single beds. The Royal Suite is decorated in a richer and more elaborate style than the other room types in the hotel.
Restaurants & Cafés
Number of Restaurants
 4
Restaurant Comments
The hotel has three principle restaurants and a coffee shop serving snacks and light meals and in addition, guests at the pool can order from the room service menu and the Majlis in the lounge area close to the Reception serves dates and coffee. Citrus serves a buffet at all meal times including breakfast, there is also an A la carte menu for lunch and dinner. The two more formal restaurants are located on the 1st floor and serve Thai and Iranian cuisine. For lighter options guests can have a snack, pastries or cakes, fresh juices and 'mocktails' at the Al Dallah coffee shop. Seasonally there are Ostrich meat dishes available from a local organic farm in Sharjah.
  Citrus  
     
Restaurant Type International
Restaurant Capacity 65
Opening Times 06.30 to 23.30
Breakfast 06.30 to 10.30
Lunch 12.30 to 15.30
Dinner 19.00 to 23.30
Dress Codes Smart casual
Long trousers or local attire preferred.
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy No smoking allowed.
Children’s Facilities High chairs available
Children’s menu
Smaller portions available
Children below six receive a 50% discount.
Breakfast Options Full buffet breakfast
Cranley Comment
Citrus is the main International restaurant in the hotel and is located at the front of the lobby. It is split over two levels with the buffet area located on the higher level. The restaurant serves a buffet at all meal times and has special themed evenings with Mexican, Indian, Far Eastern and Mediterranean nights. There is also a full A la carte menu available. The table décor changes at each meal time and the double storey windows overlook the lagoon.
  Mojo  
     
Restaurant Type Thai
Restaurant Capacity 80
Opening Times Lunch 12.30 to 15.30
Dinner 19.00 to 23.30
Dress Codes Smart casual
Long trousers or local attire preferred.
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy No smoking allowed.
Children’s Facilities High chairs available.
Cranley Comment
Mojo is a Thai restaurant located on the 1st floor of the hotel. It has panoramic windows overlooking the lagoon and Corniche Road which gives an impressive vista both in the day and at night. The restaurant serves a range of typical Thai dishes including many prawn dishes. For larger parties the restaurant can organise a buffet with a dedicated buffet area in the restaurant. The décor of the restaurant is contemporary and stylish with black marble flooring, a raised area with a large feature dhow, and tropical fish tanks.
  Shiraz  
     
Restaurant Type Iranian
Restaurant Capacity 86
Opening Times Lunch 12.30 to 15.30
Dinner 19.00 to 23.30
Dress Codes Smart casual
Long trousers or local attire preferred.
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy No smoking allowed.
Children’s Facilities High chairs available
Children’s menu
Smaller portions available
Cranley Comment
Shiraz, an Iranian restaurant is located next to Mojo’s on the 1st floor and shares the same impressive vista of the lagoon. There are large carved doors at the entrance and double height windows along one side. Tables are laid in a semi- formal setting with two slightly raised areas, one of which overlooks the show kitchen where chefs prepare the delicacies. The restaurant serves a traditional range of Iranian dishes, the menu includes, amongst other dishes, traditional kebabs and Faluda, Shiraz Grill Platters and seasonally there is Ostrich.
  Al Dallah  
     
Restaurant Type Lobby Cafe
Restaurant Capacity 68 Total (of which 38 are inside and 30 are on the marquee terrace)
Opening Times Open 24 hours
Dress Codes Smart casual
Long trousers or local attire preferred.



Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy No smoking allowed.
Children’s Facilities High chairs available
Children’s menu
Breakfast Options Pastries
Cranley Comment
Al Dallah is the hotels lobby café. It is set on two levels and overlooks the front and side of the hotel. It is decorated in an elegant style with marble flooring and long curtains shielding the café from the sun which penetrates the windows that are two floors high. The café is split into two levels with the lower level having sofa type seating whilst the upper level has table and chairs. The café serves a range of juices and mocktails and serves light meals like salads, club sandwiches and pastries which are displayed in a counter at the serving area.
Bars
Bar Comments Sharjah is a ‘dry’ Emirate, no alcohol is allowed by law.
Business & Event Facilities
Wireless Internet Lobby area
Meeting rooms
Business centre
Coffee Shop
Restaurants
Pool
Chargeable, access card obtainable from Reception
In-Room Services High speed internet connection
Chargeable, access card obtainable via the internet.
Business Centre
The Business Centre at the Millennium Hotel Sharjah is located at the rear of the lobby past the reception desks. There is a dedicated reception and a comfortable seating area which is shared with two of the conference rooms. There are four large computer work stations on a central island in a room behind the reception. This is also used as a breakout area for a formal meeting room and Boardroom I and II which lead from this. The Business Centre is open 24 hours a day, facilities include:

4 Computer workstations with internet connections (chargeable)
Meeting Rooms
Conference Rooms
Printer colour / black and white
Fax
Lap top hire
Typing
Binding
Translation services
Technical Concierge
Meetings & Events
Venue Size (m2) Dimensions
L x W x H (metres)
 Hollow Square 
  
Al Jawhara Ballroom  528.0  30.0 x 18.0 x 4.2
 500
 400
 450
 250
 70
 78
 -
 90
 
Al Jawhara Pre Function Room  130.0  21.0 x 6.1 x 4.2
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 
Al Jawhara I and II  393.0  22.0 x 18.0 x 4.2
 200
 140
 200
 100
 40
 45
 -
 60
 
Al Jawhara II and III  276.0  16.0 x 18.0 x 4.2
 120
 140
 200
 100
 40
 45
 -
 60
 
Al Jawhara I  252.0  14.5 x 17.8 x 4.2
 180
 140
 200
 140
 50
 40
 100
 -
 
Al Jawhara II  141.0  7.9 x 17.8 x 4.2
 80
 120
 110
 60
 35
 35
 50
 -
 
Al Jawhara III  135.0  7.55 x 17.8 x 4.2
 80
 70
 110
 60
 35
 35
 50
 -
 
Al Jawhara Majlis  84.0  11.0 x 7.0 x 4.2
 40
 30
 30
 27
 12
 15
 -
 18
 
Boardroom I  39.0  8.84 x 4.5 x 2.6
 -
 -
 -
 -
 14
 -
 -
 -
 
Boardroom II  53.0  9.15 x 5.75 x 2.5
 -
 -
 -
 -
 20
 -
 -
 -
 
Boardroom III  34.0  7.5 x 5.2 x 3.6
 -
 20
 20
 9
 12
 15
 -
 -
 
Business Centre Meeting Room  19.4  4.4 x 4.4 x 2.6
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 
Leisure Pool Terrace (rear)  215.0  20.0 x 13.0 x Undefined
 300
 250
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 
Family Pool Terrace (front)  150.0  24.o x 7.0 x Undefined
 200
 140
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 
1st FLOOR

Al Jawhara Ballroom;
is located on the 1st floor level and is easily accessible by lift or from the grand central staircase, no natural light is available. Al Jawhara has a permanent stage and is decorated in a classical style, with high ceiling, eight large chandeliers, gold columns and maroon and turquoise carpets. Al Jawhara can be separated into 3 sections creating 5 smaller event spaces – Al Jawhara I, II and III. There is a pre - function area at the entrance to the ballroom and also a Majlis. There are ladies' and gents' facilities on the 1st floor level.

GROUND and 1st FLOOR

Conference and Meeting Rooms:
Boardroom I and II are located on the ground floor within the Business Centre and Boardroom III is situated on the 1st floor, they are all easily accessible, natural light is available in Boardroom I and II. All the boardrooms are well furnished in a classical yet contemporary style with crisp lines, traditional wood panelling around the edge of the room which is complemented by gold textured wall covering above and modern furniture. There are ladies' and gents' facilities on both floor levels.

Facilities and equipment for the Millennium Sharjah Hotel's business and conference rooms include:

High speed internet connection, WiFi, air conditioning, telephone points, fully integrated state of the art audio visual equipment, drop down LCD projector, overhead projector, television monitors, DVD player, VCR, flip chart and markers, whiteboard, lectern, wireless microphone, stage/podium, dance floor, stage lights, power sockets, tungsten/fluorescent/halogen lighting, chandeliers, controls in room, dimmers, black out windows.
Cranley Comment
The Millennium Hotel Sharjah's has a versatile ballroom and further event spaces, they are suitable for banquets, conferences, lectures, business meetings, exhibitions, shows and weddings. Wireless internet is available in all public areas within the hotel and the hotel has a number of 'Delegates Packages' with catering and accommodation options. The good sized Business Centre is situated on the ground floor level, many of the guest rooms also benefit from private in room fax facilities as well as high speed internet connections.
Children’s Facilities & Clubs
Restaurant Facilities See Restaurants
   
Children's Pool See Pools
Babysitting service
A chargeable babysitting service provided by hotel staff is available on request, 24 hours notice should be given.
Cranley Comment
The hotel is principally a business and conference hotel but does also have the benefit of two main swimming pools plus a small children's paddling pool. The Friday brunch has activities for children including face painting and games.
Entertainment
  Evening Activities  
Cranley Comment
Each evening a Russian duo play keyboard and 'Balalaika', a Russian stringed instrument, in the Al Dallah café. This easy listening background music can also be heard from Citrus restaurant which is opposite.
Beaches
  Millennium Beach Facilities
     
Location 4 km
Private/Public Private
Size/Frontage Approx 150m by 30m
Facilities Moulded plastic sunbeds
Parasols
Beach bar
Towels
Toilets
Watersports
Safety Lifeguards on duty
Parking Complimentary valet parking
Cranley Comment
Guests at the Millennium have use on a complimentary basis (subject to their package) of the beach at a nearby hotel. The beach has all the facilities you would expect and the hotel runs a complimentary shuttle bus at 10.00 which returns at 16.00.
Pools
  Leisure Pool  
     
Opening Times 07.00 to 21.00
Temperature Temperature is controlled at 29 degrees celsius
Depths Standard depth of 1.7 metres
Size Oval shaped, 18 metres long by 11 metres wide
Facilities Cast iron sunbeds
Parasols
Towels
Toilets
Cast iron table and chairs
Food and drinks delivered from room service.
Safety Lifeguards on duty.
Cranley Comment
The Leisure Pool is located on the 2nd floor roof terrace within the Le Club complex, it has views of the city. It is located in the middle of a terrace which has paving stones around the perimeter. The sides of the roof terrace have flower beds with a range of shrubs and small palm trees to add a touch of colour and give it a slight garden feel. With the stone pool surround and being located next to the glass hotel building means the pool is a real suntrap in the afternoon. The Leisure Pool is an adults only pool with direct access to the separate male and female sauna and steam areas.
  Family Pool  
     
Opening Times 07.00 to 21.00
Temperature Temperature is controlled at 29 degrees celsius
Depths Max 2.02 metres
Min 1.47 metres
Size Oval shaped, 16 metres long by 8 metres wide
Facilities Cast iron sunbeds
Parasols
Towels
Toilets
Cast iron table and chairs
Food and drinks delivered from room service.
Safety Lifeguards on duty.
Cranley Comment
The Family Pool is located on the lagoon side of the building and is a similar oval shape to the main pool but is slightly smaller. It benefits from pleasant views of the lagoon and Corniche which are enhanced by a glass wall on the terrace edge for unobstructed views. The pool also has the added advantage that it is in the shade in the afternoons thus protecting you from the extremes of the sun. Ladies have direct access to their connecting sauna and steam room facilities from this pool area.
  Children's Pool  
     
Opening Times 07.00 to 21.00
Temperature Temperature is controlled at 29 degrees celsius
Depths Standard Depth of 0.77 metres
Size Small kindney shaped
Facilities Cast iron sunbeds
Parasols
Towels
Toilets
Cast iron table and chairs
Food and drinks delivered from room service.
Safety Lifeguards on duty.
Cranley Comment
The Children’s Pool is located next to the Family Pool sharing all the same features and amenities. It is kidney shaped and has a standard shallow depth.
Sports & Gym
  Gym & Health Club  
Opening Times
 07.00 to 22.00
Description Le Club Gym facilities and treatments include:

2 Plasma screens
Personal training (chargeable)
2 Treadmills
1 Arc trainer
1 Stepper
1 Rowing machine
3 Bicycles
1 Lat pull down
1 Leg extension
1 Smith press-fixed bar
1 Abs cruncher
1 Glute
1 Chest press
1 Arm curl
1 Back extension
1 Chin-up machine
Free weights and Dumbells

1 Squash Court
Sauna (male and female)
Steam room (male and female)
3 Female treatment rooms
3 Male treatment rooms
Locker rooms (male and female)
Towels
Water

Spa massage treatments:
Relaxation Massage
Therapeutic Massage
Aromatic Oil Massage
Reflexology & Half Body Massage.
Body Massage & Scrub
Size Gym approx 12m by 7m
Cranley Comment
The gym is part of the Le Club complex on the 2nd floor which also includes the three swimming pools, squash court and a staffed reception desk to provide assistance. The gym overlooks the Family Pool on one side and has mirrors on another side to create the feeling of more space. It has a small range of equipment and either has background music or tuned televisions.
  Land Sport  
Opening Times
 07.00 to 22.00
Description Glass backed squash court
Cranley Comment
The hotel has one glass backed squash court located next to the gym on the 2nd floor within the Le Club complex. In addition there is a pathway that runs along the Corniche which is ideal for jogging and has impressive views of the city and lagoon.
Golf
  Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club
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.
Location The Millennium Hotel Sharjah has a reciprocal agreement with the Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club which is 20kms away. The hotel is able to arrange transport to the club which is approximately 20 minutes by car.
Holes 9
Length/Par 7,200 yards for full 18
Facilities PGA tuition
Practice ground
Floodlit course
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Golf carts
Gym
Hair Salon
Spa
Name of Spa Le Club
Opening Times 07:00 to 22:00
Facilities
3 Female treatment rooms
3 Male treatment rooms
2 Saunas (male and female)
2 Steam rooms (male and female)
Showers and Locker rooms (male and female)
Towels
Water

Spa massage treatments:

Relaxation Massage
Therapeutic Massage
Aromatic Oil Massage
Reflexology & Half Body Massage.
Body Massage & Scrub.
Cranley Comment
Le Club leisure complex is exclusively located on the 2nd floor and has six separate treatment rooms for men and women. Treatments include a small selection of aromatherapy massage treatments which can be booked at the club reception. There are also separate male and female changing rooms with relaxation areas, sauna and steam rooms. The ladies' changing rooms connect to both swimming pools, the male changing rooms only connect to the Leisure Pool although they may use both. Freshly squeezed fruit juices are available from the reception area of Le Club.
Special Needs
Rooms & Bathrooms The Millennium Hotel Sharjah has three specially adapted Deluxe rooms all of which are located close to the lift. The bedrooms are of a good size with the main door opening to 79cms. There are no special features in the bedrooms, light switches, air conditioning controls, hanging rails, security door chains and view spy holes are at normal shoulder height. The bathrooms are equipped with a basin with free space below, low level bath with bath seat and fixed shower over and a long grab rail around the bath. There are three other grab rails in the main part of the bathroom and a telephone that can connect to the reception.
Restaurants & Catering All restaurants within the Millennium Hotel Sharjah are on two levels with two steps to the higher level buffet at Citrus or further seating areas. The tables and chairs at each outlet are free standing with no obvious fixed furniture to hinder mobility. Food is cooked to order and guests with food allergies or who are diabetics etc should notify staff who will recommend dishes or alternatives. Seasonally, low fat local organic Ostrich is also served.
Visual & Hearing Aids There is no permanent visual or hearing equipment installed at the hotel. Menus are printed well but should guests have difficulty in reading them, or the room and room service guide, they could be enlarged on a printer. Guests wishing to bring 'Assistance Dogs' should notify the hotel prior to arrival as, although accepted, not all staff would be familiar with the process.
Communal Areas All restaurants within the Millennium Hotel Sharjah are on two levels with two steps to the higher level buffet at Citrus or further seating areas. The tables and chairs at each outlet are free standing with no obvious fixed furniture to hinder mobility. The remaining public areas are easily accessible although the cloakroom facilities have heavy doors and would be extremely tight for wheelchairs. Le Club is located on the 2nd floor and has one step ‘up and over’ to each pool area.
Recreation Facilities Le Club is located on the 2nd floor and has one step ‘up and over’ to each pool area. The pools only have traditional step ladders. The remaining areas within the club poise no obvious problems although the internal floors are marble which could become slippery when wet. Staff are on hand to give assistance if required
Staff Assistance Staff although not fully trained to provide certain types of assistance are willing to help or guide wherever possible.
Cranley Comment
Generally, public areas have good accessibility to guests who are physically challenged. The hotel has a wheelchair if required and staff are on hand to provide as much assistance as they can. There are three specially adapted Deluxe Rooms located close to the lifts which have low level baths and grab rails. No other specialist equipment is available at the hotel. 'Assistance Dogs' are welcome.
Environment
Measures
 Recycling
Energy Saving
Alternative Energy
Cranley Comment
Environmental impact issues are considered to be of high relevance to the Millennium Hotel Sharjah. The hotel has consistently managed to reduce energy consumption without any detrimental effect to guests by installing computerised timing systems for public areas and has increased the chillers efficiency. Kitchens have ultra violet cleaning exhausts and paper, glass and plastics are recycled wherever possible. The hotel has aerated water systems that help to reduce water consumption and is currently looking into introducing energy saving light bulbs throughout the hotel and implementing bio degradable laundry bags in all rooms in keeping with the suites.
Report Details
Second Review - 28th July 2008
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