Holidays in the United Arab Emirates is famous for its luxury. Oriental hospitality and traditions in this country are harmoniously combined with European business development, high technology and first-class service. The unique state seemed to have grown out of the sand of the desert under the scorching sun and literally in several decades reached prosperity. This is an oasis in the desert and a place of pilgrimage for many tourists.
If you have chosen this country for your future travel and leisure, then you should pay attention to luxury 5 * hotels. Royal Beach Resort & Spa, for example, is one of the most popular in the emirate of Sharjah. The luxury hotel is located on the shores of the Persian Gulf and offers its guests the highest level of service combined with a first-class beach holiday.
A bit about Sharjah itself
Emirate of Sharjah is the third largest member of the UAE, and is known as a tourist destination not so long ago. He is a close neighbor of Dubai, the center of which is only 15 minutes away, and therefore will be an excellent choice for those who want to spend a democratic vacation at a low price, but at the same time go on a day for shopping.
The Emirate of Sharjah is to some extent unique, because its shores are washed by two bays - Persian and Omani. Its capital has earned the title of the city of knowledge and culture of the Arab world. It is striking in its beauty and architecture, famous for a large number of educational institutions and museums, art centers, famous oriental markets. There are so many attractions in the city that the UNESCO organization in 1998 included it in the list of the greatest world capitals.
All tourists should remember that in the emirate of Sharjah, alcohol is completely prohibited, alcohol is not available not only in restaurants, but also in hotels and hotels for foreigners, moreover, even their import is prohibited. However, the proximity of neighboring Dubai allows you to add variety to your vacation, however, such a pleasure will not cost quite cheaply.
Hotel location
The luxurious and presentable 5 * Royal Beach Resort & Spa Hotel is located on the shores of the Persian Gulf, and from the windows of some rooms you can also see Oman. Own sandy beach is only 50 meters away, and this is a big plus, because just swimming in the sea anywhere in the emirate is prohibited. The city center, major attractions and large shopping centers are located very close, some can be reached on foot, while others go by free buses or taxis. Dubai and Sharjah International Airport is a 30-minute drive away.
Types of hotel rooms
The new and modern hotel belongs to the Al Khalidiah group of companies; it offers its guests hospitably luxurious rooms and first-class service. In total, Royal Beach Resort & Spa 5 *, the photo of which is presented in the article, has 85 rooms, including:
- Two presidential suites with an impressive area of 145 square meters. They are located on the top floor of the building, and each has two separate bedrooms.
- Luxury rooms (12 rooms) with one bedroom.
- Standard rooms (71) with picturesque views of the Arab city or sea.
Comfort and atmosphere
Without exception, all rooms are connected to a single air conditioning system, but with individual temperature controllers. In addition, guests can always use the services of international telephone communications, high-speed Internet, satellite TV with numerous, including Russian, channels, a safe, a hairdryer and a minibar. All this is in every room, as well as a comfortable and spacious bathroom.
Room decoration combines the traditions of the East and European style. Golden red tones, carpet and glass chandeliers under a high multi-level ceiling in combination with Arabic patterns create a special atmosphere.
Hotel Territory
The area occupied by Royal Beach Resort & Spa 5 * (Sharjah), along with one of the best spa centers, is quite impressive. There are two swimming pools on it: outside, but under a roof with sun loungers, on a small platform under the sun, and indoor, inside the building, which operates throughout the year.
For independent travelers and those who arrived at the hotel in connection with work or a business trip, there is a private parking lot and car rental, taxi, porter and secretary services are provided.
In addition, the hotel has a large fitness center, shops with souvenirs, women's clothing, bathing accessories, jewelry boutique, sauna, hairdresser and beauty salon. For adults, the Royal Beach Resort & Spa Sharjah 5 * regularly organizes entertainment evenings, and animators work with children, a kids club functions, and you can hire a nanny for a fee.
Bars and Restaurants
The hotel offers various types of food, including all-inclusive. Buffet service is available at the Dolphin main restaurant. For the rest, he works on pre-booking tables and at an additional cost. The operating mode is round-the-clock, serving dishes of European and national cuisines.
Anyone who manages to get bored during their holidays in their homeland can safely go to the restaurant "Nostalgia". He specializes in dishes of Russian, Ukrainian, Armenian and Asian cuisines, in addition, the menu is rich in delicious seafood. Surprisingly, it is a fact: in the Arabian desert there is a place where you can always eat cabbage rolls and borsch, herring under a fur coat and rich pastries.
In addition, the Royal Beach Resort & Spa 5 * hotel has a cozy Gazebo Beach lobby bar, offering visitors a variety of soft drinks and light snacks, a barbecue in the evenings, as well as a charming cafe that offers amazing views of the bay (open 24 hours) .
Spa Time 2 Relax
It is rightly called the best in Sharjah, it is unique and exclusive, a real gem in the Royal Beach Resort hotel. Resting in it, you will plunge into the world of harmony and relaxation, peace and tranquility. The spa staff will select an individual relaxation program for each visitor and professionally take care of the client’s health and quality of relaxation. Two salons are prepared for all hotel guests and guests: separately for men and women. Each has a Moroccan bath, saunas and steam rooms, massage rooms and beauty salons, as well as gyms.
In the female part of the spa center of the Royal Beach Resort & Spa 5 * hotel (Sharjah) there is a comfortable and unique thermal complex of three pools. The water temperature in them varies depending on the procedures that are carried out. Professional massage therapists offer visitors a variety of massages, including Chinese, Moroccan, relaxing, Swedish, etc.
What to see in Sharjah?
When tourists get tired of idle rest, the time begins to get acquainted with the cultural traditions and history of the country. Sharjah is located quite close to the Royal Beach Resort, and therefore it would be a terrible mistake not to go and see the old and unique Arab city, especially since it has something to pay attention to:
- The Blue Bazaar is a spacious market built according to all Islamic canons and having more than six hundred shops selling goods for every taste: clothes, jewelry, modern electronics, but the carpets sold here are the most popular and famous.
- A gold market with a huge selection of precious metal products, many of which are exclusive, and sellers are willing to bargain for their goods.
- Al-Nur Mosque, built in 2005, is one of the prominent examples of Islamic architecture. She accepts tourists with oriental hospitality as part of sightseeing tours, but there are certain requirements for the appearance, and photo and video shooting is prohibited.
- The Ferris Wheel "Eye of the Emirates" soars 60 meters above the ground and allows you to enjoy magnificent panoramic views. The cabins are glass and equipped with air conditioning, capacity - more than 300 people.
- Aquarium - a huge underwater world, which offers visitors to observe the various marine life (there are more than 250 of them). There is also a cafeteria and museum on site.
- Museums (maritime, Islamic culture, historical and cultural heritage, visual arts).
- Musical fountains and much more.
Royal Beach Resort & Spa 5 *: reviews
Experienced tourists and beginners in matters of foreign holidays about the hotel respond ambiguously. There is a lot of criticism about the central air conditioning in the rooms, which, according to tourists, is simply blowing you out of bed. It cools and heats the room slowly and often brings odors into it. Former guests note that the owners of the hotel are cunning when they talk about the magnificent view of the sea, at best - a small piece of the bay, at worst - the courtyard. Among the positive aspects noted well-trained polite staff who are always ready to help and speaks Russian, new furniture.
About the beach and the sea
On one of the popular tourist sites, the hotel has a rating of 7.4 - very small for the 5 * category. Royal Beach Resort & Spa is much like the resorts of the former Soviet Union. The similarity, as many believe, is observed in the pretentiousness of the interior and its flashy “wealth”, as well as in the organization of the work of a private beach. As tourists who have already rested, note that it is far from closed, and therefore by noon there are quite a lot of people from neighboring hotels, there is no equipped dressing room and toilet, a shower, in addition, the declared beach cafe is implemented as a small booth with drinks and light snacks.
Of the unconditional advantages - a calm, clean sea and beach.
Food Reviews
These reviews of tourists who have already visited the Royal Beach Resort & Spa 5 * hotel (UAE) deserve special attention. The breakfast food is quite monotonous and, according to many, for 7 days has not undergone any changes in essence, moreover, the prices in the restaurants are not very affordable, and the quality is average. Experienced travelers recommend taking a closer look at neighboring establishments.
Not everyone was satisfied with the exceptional emphasis on Russian, Ukrainian, Armenian cuisine, because in every country I would like to try something purely national and unique, including fruits that were sorely missed, and the famous Arabian sweets. There is no alcohol in the hotel, plus or minus, decide for yourself, but it is useless to look for it. According to many guests, tea and coffee are of poor quality, and the juices offered at the hotel are from packages, not freshly squeezed, which does not quite correspond to the 5 * level. Royal Beach Resort & Spa in terms of gastronomy unpleasantly upset many, and on average its cuisine and restaurants were rated three. Summing up, we can say that the hotel is good, but does not reach the declared level.