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24-05-2025
- What's On
The best cafes in Sharjah for cute coffee dates
Sharjah is emerging as quite the spot for cool and creative cafes. Serving up quality coffee and even better vibes, these are the best cafes in Sharjah perfect for your next get-together in the UAE's creative capital. Parka Bakehouse In a modern barn-style setting, Parka Bakehouse is new in Aljada. Its glass walls flood the breezy space with natural light, and inside shades of cream and warm woods make the space feel cosy and modern. The breakfast menu puts regional twists on classic, with poached eggs served in a spinach and pistachio sauce, avo on top of zaatar labneh served with parka bread, and baked omelette served with whipped labneh and Persian herbs. Crowd-pleasing salads, flatbreads, sandos and sweet treats make up the menu for lunch and dinner. Parka Bakehouse, Aljada, Sharjah, 9am to 11pm weekdays, 9am to 12am weekends. @parkabakehouse Olas by Brunch and Cake Surf's up at Olas, the Cali-cool sister café to smash-hit Instagrammable eatery, Brunch and Cake. Pretty pastel-hued interiors create a space that's reminiscent of your favourite seaside cafes around the world, and the menu is just as colourful. Sustainably-focused dishes include smoothie bowls, cakes, and rainbow-hued bagels. Olas by Brunch and Cake, Al Zahia, Sharjah, 8am to 10pm Mon to Fri, closed Sat and Sun. @olasuae Point Seven Dine-in or drive-thru at Fujairah-born Point Seven, a 24/7 café recently opened in Aljada, Sharjah. Deep terracotta, textured alcoves and billowing white curtains create a warm, bohemian aesthetic. Order the creamy tiramisu made tableside, or the flaky frost, a croissant stuffed with gooey chocolate. While on the drinks front, there's a dedicated matcha menu, various lattes, and a selection of colourful coolers perfect for summer. Point Seven, Aljada, Sharjah, 24/7. @pointsevencoffee Café Chloe As pretty pink cafes go, Café Chloe in Al Mamsha hits all the high notes with its pastel pink interiors, baby pink cups and plates, and a flower cat featuring shades of magenta, cerise and blush. Even the menu features pink dishes, like a hot pink Spanish latte, wildberry pancakes, and strawberry lemonade . Getting your coffee or snacks to go? You'll be taking them away in pretty pink packaging. Café Chloe, Al Mamsha by Alef, Sharjah, 9am to 12am daily. @cafechloeuae Lammah Space A serene homegrown café that's further added to the bean scene in Aljada is Lammah Space. Part café, part co-working space, it's adorned in calm shades of beige and features meeting rooms and semi-private desk spaces perfect for when you need a quiet spot to get creative. Day passes are AED35 to use the co-working space, including a coffee. They've even created a cool merch line of totes and hats, because who doesn't like feeling like they're part of the cool club? Lammah Space, Aljada, Sharjah, 9am to 11pm weekdays, 9am to 12am weekends. @ Canvas Café Get creative over a coffee at Canvas, where art and dining collide. The space feels like somewhat of a blank canvas, with its minimalistic interiors and double height ceiling, a glass front inviting natural light to flood in. Canvases start from Dhs50, with all the materials provided, so you can unleash your inner Picasso while keeping cool with a refreshing ice tea, cold brew coffee, or matcha. Canvas Café, Warehouse Land, Sharjah, 8am to late daily. @ Baitna Café Boasting the title of Sharjah's first rooftop café, you'll find Baitna on the 30th floor of Tabark Tower in Al Mamzar has a minimalist, aesthetically pleasing interior design – but it's all about the views. Brave the heat and sit outside on the terrace, or perch up at a table window-side and benefit from the same stretching vistas while sipping on speciality coffees, and tucking into their homemade sandwiches and pastries . Baitna Café, Tabark Tower, Al Mamzar, 8am to 2am daily. @baitnacafe Ethr ClubHaus A homegrown concept rooted in heritage and found in iconic locations like Louvre Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Fort, the latest Ethr concept has now landed in Sharjah. This time in the form of the cool, community-focused Ethr ClubHaus this beautifully designed and moodily hued space is filled with raw materials linked to the local areas of Mleiha and Buhais. As well as drinks and baked goods, Ethr ClubHaus is also home to a curated concept store. Ethr ClubHaus, Al Mamsha by Alef, Muwaileh Commercial, Sharjah, 7am to 1am daily. @
Zawya
29-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Arada launches Nest Hotel, a bold new hospitality brand with a debut location at Sharjah mega community Aljada
First property ideally placed close to Sharjah International Airport and University City to cater for growing demand Operated by Arada Hospitality, 431-key hotel will welcome guests from October Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Arada has officially launched Nest Hotel, the master developer's first homegrown hospitality brand, which promises a vibrant and affordable experience with a blend of comfort, community and convenience. A midscale brand, Nest Hotel was launched during Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, the leading travel and tourism exhibition taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 28 April-1 May. Managed by Arada Hospitality, the first Nest Hotel will be located at the AED35 billion Aljada megaproject in Sharjah and is the first completed property in Arada's 1,031-key hotel and serviced apartment portfolio in the lifestyle community. Set to open in October, Nest Hotel Aljada will welcome guests to 431 smart, design-led rooms across two buildings, and is ideally located adjacent to the Nest Campus student housing cluster, opposite Arada Central Business District, Sharjah's new commercial hub, and five minutes' walk from the Madar Mall, a family entertainment and retail complex. Ahmed Alkhoshaibi, Group CEO of Arada, said: 'Nest Hotel embodies Arada's dedication to creating quality and value-driven destinations that put people first. We're launching this hospitality brand to ensure a guest experience that fosters a sense of community and wellbeing, starting with Aljada, Sharjah's most exciting urban destination.' Amit Arora, Chief Operating Officer of Arada, said: 'Designed with insights from Nest Campus residents and the wider Aljada community, Nest Hotel is designed for travellers and visitors who expect more from their stay; more convenience, more energy and more connection to the surrounding districts. It's a next-generation hotel that offers both comfort and relevance to the modern guest, right in the heart of a thriving community.' 'Smart hospitality is at the core of the Nest Hotel experience, encompassing features such as mobile check-in, digital room access, energy-efficient systems, coworking lounges, a guest pool, and all-day dining.' Nest Hotel Aljada is strategically located just five minutes from Sharjah International Airport, offering direct access to key institutions and attractions including University City, the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP), and Sharjah Airport International Free Zone. Easy access to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road (E311) and direct access to Al Dhaid Road also connects the hotel easily to other parts of Sharjah and the wider UAE. Nest Hotel Aljada serves the growing demand from the MICE and leisure tourism sectors in Sharjah, with traffic from Sharjah International Airport growing by 11% in 2024 compared to the previous year to 17 million passengers. The hotel also meets demand from within the Aljada community itself, which recorded 8 million visitors last year. It is well-placed to service guests from Sharjah's events and academic sectors, offering much-needed accommodation for visiting faculty, parents and professionals attending functions at the nearby Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre. Spread over a 24 million square foot area and featuring 25,000 homes in total, Aljada is a transformational destination for Sharjah. Aljada contains numerous residential districts, as well as extensive retail, entertainment, sporting, educational, healthcare components and a business park, all set within a green urban master plan. The destination also contains several hotel and branded-residences locations, including Vida Aljada and The Address Aljada – which are owned by Arada and operated by Emaar Hospitality Group – and Rove Aljada, which is owned by Arada and jointly operated by Emaar Properties and Meraas. The launch of Nest Hotel adds to Arada Hospitality's existing portfolio of complementary brands, which includes Nest Campus as well as the fast-growing fitness operators Wellfit, FitnGlam, FITCODE and The Platform Studios; healthy F&B concepts Boost Juice, The Reformatory Lab and Hungry Wolves, popular food truck destination Zad and many more. About Arada Launched in 2017 and headquartered in the UAE, Arada was created to build spaces people connect with for healthier, happier and more meaningful lives. Arada's scope of operation covers property development, retail, education and hospitality. The master developer has so far launched eight record-breaking communities in the UAE, including Sharjah's largest ever mixed-use community, Aljada, the forested megaproject Masaar, Armani Beach Residences at Palm Jumeirah and W Residences at Dubai Harbour. Arada has also expanded into the Australian market, opening an office in Sydney in 2024. Arada also operates a portfolio of complementary brands and experiences, which includes large-scale gyms, F&B and retail assets, social initiatives and visitor destinations.
Sharjah 24
29-04-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
Arada launches Nest Hotel
T he first Nest Hotel will be located at the AED35 billion Aljada megaproject in Sharjah Managed by Arada Hospitality, the first Nest Hotel will be located at the AED35 billion Aljada megaproject in Sharjah and is the first completed property in Arada's 1,031-key hotel and serviced apartment portfolio in the lifestyle community. Set to open in October, Nest Hotel Aljada will welcome guests to 431 smart, design-led rooms across two buildings, and is ideally located adjacent to the Nest Campus student housing cluster, opposite Arada Central Business District, Sharjah's new commercial hub, and five minutes' walk from the Madar Mall, a family entertainment and retail complex. Nest Hotel embodies Arada's dedication to creating quality and value-driven destinations that put people first Ahmed Alkhoshaibi, Group CEO of Arada, said: 'Nest Hotel embodies Arada's dedication to creating quality and value-driven destinations that put people first. We're launching this hospitality brand to ensure a guest experience that fosters a sense of community and wellbeing, starting with Aljada, Sharjah's most exciting urban destination.' Amit Arora, Chief Operating Officer of Arada, said: 'Designed with insights from Nest Campus residents and the wider Aljada community, Nest Hotel is designed for travellers and visitors who expect more from their stay; more convenience, more energy and more connection to the surrounding districts. It's a next-generation hotel that offers both comfort and relevance to the modern guest, right in the heart of a thriving community.' 'Smart hospitality is at the core of the Nest Hotel experience, encompassing features such as mobile check-in, digital room access, energy-efficient systems, coworking lounges, a guest pool, and all-day dining.' Nest Hotel Aljada is strategically located just five minutes from Sharjah International Airport Nest Hotel Aljada is strategically located just five minutes from Sharjah International Airport, offering direct access to key institutions and attractions including University City, the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP) , and Sharjah Airport International Free Zone. Easy access to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road (E311) and direct access to Al Dhaid Road also connects the hotel easily to other parts of Sharjah and the wider UAE. Nest Hotel Aljada serves the growing demand from the MICE and leisure tourism sectors in Sharjah, with traffic from Sharjah International Airport growing by 11% in 2024 compared to the previous year to 17 million passengers. The hotel also meets demand from within the Aljada community itself, which recorded 8 million visitors last year The hotel also meets demand from within the Aljada community itself, which recorded 8 million visitors last year. It is well-placed to service guests from Sharjah's events and academic sectors, offering much-needed accommodation for visiting faculty, parents and professionals attending functions at the nearby Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre. Spread over a 24 million square foot area and featuring 25,000 homes in total, Aljada is a transformational destination for Sharjah. Aljada contains numerous residential districts, as well as extensive retail, entertainment, sporting, educational, healthcare components and a business park, all set within a green urban master plan. The destination also contains several hotel and branded-residences locations, including Vida Aljada and The Address Aljada – which are owned by Arada and operated by Emaar Hospitality Group – and Rove Aljada, which is owned by Arada and jointly operated by Emaar Properties and Meraas. The launch of Nest Hotel adds to Arada Hospitality's existing portfolio of complementary brands, which includes Nest Campus as well as the fast-growing fitness operators Wellfit, FitnGlam, FITCODE and The Platform Studios; healthy F&B concepts Boost Juice, The Reformatory Lab and Hungry Wolves, popular food truck destination Zad and many more.
Arabian Business
29-04-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
ATM 2025: Arada unveils all new Nest Hotel brand with first property in Sharjah
Arada has introduced Nest Hotel, its first in-house hospitality brand, during the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 in Dubai. The midscale hotel concept focuses on delivering an experience that combines comfort, community and convenience. The first property under the new brand, Nest Hotel Aljada, is scheduled to open in October within Arada's AED35 billion Aljada development in Sharjah. Arada launches Nest Hotel The hotel features 431 rooms across two buildings and represents the first completed property in Arada's 1,031-key hotel and serviced apartment portfolio within the community. 'Nest Hotel embodies Arada's dedication to creating quality and value-driven destinations that put people first. We're launching this hospitality brand to ensure a guest experience that fosters a sense of community and wellbeing, starting with Aljada, Sharjah's most exciting urban destination,' Ahmed Alkhoshaibi, Group CEO of Arada said. Located adjacent to the Nest Campus student housing cluster, opposite Arada Central Business District, and a five-minute walk from the Madar Mall entertainment and retail complex, the hotel occupies a strategic position within the development. 'Designed with insights from Nest Campus residents and the wider Aljada community, Nest Hotel is designed for travellers and visitors who expect more from their stay; more convenience, more energy and more connection to the surrounding districts. It's a next-generation hotel that offers both comfort and relevance to the modern guest, right in the heart of a thriving community,' Amit Arora, Chief Operating Officer of Arada added. Sharjah's next-gen stay The hotel will incorporate technology-driven features including mobile check-in, digital room access, and energy-efficient systems. Facilities include co-working lounges, a guest pool, and all-day dining options. Situated five minutes from Sharjah International Airport, Nest Hotel Aljada provides easy access to University City, the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park, and Sharjah Airport International Free Zone. Connections to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road and Al Dhaid Road link the hotel to other parts of Sharjah and the UAE. The new hotel aims to service growing demand from the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) and leisure tourism sectors in Sharjah, which saw airport traffic increase by 11 per cent to 17 million passengers in 2024. The property also addresses accommodation needs within the Aljada community itself, which recorded 8 million visitors last year. Aljada spans 24 million square feet and will include 25,000 homes, retail spaces, entertainment venues, sports facilities, educational institutions, healthcare services, and a business park. The destination features several other hospitality projects, including Vida Aljada and The Address Aljada operated by Emaar Hospitality Group, and Rove Aljada, jointly operated by Emaar Properties and Meraas. The launch of Nest Hotel expands Arada Hospitality's portfolio, which already includes Nest Campus and various fitness and food and beverage concepts such as Wellfit, FitnGlam, FITCODE, The Platform Studios, Boost Juice, The Reformatory Lab, Hungry Wolves, and the Zad food truck destination.
Arabian Business
15-04-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
UAE real estate developer Arada delivers 120 new homes in Sharjah's $9.5bn Aljada project
Arada has completed The Gate, a two-building complex at the entrance of the AED35 billion Aljada megaproject in Sharjah, adding 120 homes to the development. The Gate, which was completed at the end of 2024, offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments equipped with smart home features. Handovers are currently underway to new homeowners. Arada delivers modern living The complex is situated at a strategic location providing entry and exit points to Aljada, with the Madar family entertainment district nearby. Residents have access to green spaces including an adventure playground, outdoor gym, and dedicated jogging and cycling tracks. 'With a population that has now reached over 20,000, Aljada is clearly one of the most progressive and popular new urban districts in the Gulf. We are now working on the completion of further residential buildings in Aljada's creative district, including the Vida Aljada hotel and branded residences complex, which will be handed over before the end of this year,' Ahmed Alkhoshaibi, Group CEO of Arada said. The Gate features a screen-like facade designed to optimise natural light while enabling multimedia projections, creating a visual gateway into Aljada. This completion brings Arada's total delivered units to over 10,000 in just eight years since the company's founding. To date, over 7,600 homes in Aljada have been handed over, with another 1,600 scheduled for completion this year. Earlier this year, Arada launched Safa, a new high-end apartment cluster featuring 660 premium smart homes across five buildings on Aljada's West Boulevard, which will feature shopping and dining outlets. Aljada spans 24 million square feet and will contain 25,000 homes upon completion. The development includes residential districts, retail, hospitality, entertainment, sporting, educational, healthcare components and a business park.
