Arada’s first hotel to open in December, adding 395 keys to Sharjah’s 14.5K supply
Arada, a mega developer in Sharjah, is set to welcome guests to its inaugural Nest Hotel, a 395-room property at Aljada in Sharjah. Independently managed by Arada Hospitality and Entertainment and located alongside the Nest Campus student housing complex, the hotel will formally open its doors in late December.
Arada, a mega developer in Sharjah, is set to welcome guests to its inaugural Nest Hotel, a 395-room property at Aljada in Sharjah. Independently managed by Arada Hospitality and Entertainment and located alongside the Nest Campus student housing complex, the hotel will formally open its doors in late December.
Nest Hotel marks the first opening in Arada’s expanding hospitality portfolio, which will deliver a pipeline of 1,650 hotel keys across the emirate, bolstering Sharjah’s current supply of approximately 14,500 keys. As a midscale hospitality brand, the Nest Hotel has been designed to grow both elsewhere in the UAE and internationally, either as a standalone property or alongside the Nest Campus concept.
Nest Hotel includes lounges, co-working areas, dining outlets, and direct access to Aljada’s East Boulevard, which features over 100 restaurants, retail, sports, and entertainment venues. It was developed in consultation with students from Sharjah’s University City and the adjoining Nest Campus, incorporating their input into room layouts, co-working zones, and communal spaces, while also offering part-time employment opportunities to provide hands-on hospitality experience during their studies.
Amit Arora, Chief Operating Officer of Arada Hospitality and Entertainment, said, “We’re thrilled to open bookings for travellers to experience Sharjah in a whole new way. Nest Hotel offers a modern stay that captures the lifestyle spirit of Aljada — family-oriented, connected and full of life. It’s the first property ideally located near Sharjah International Airport and University City, catering to growing demand with a variety of room types and smart amenities for students, their families and business travellers alike.”
Nest Hotel room types include single, twin, king and suite options. The hotel is also the first property in Sharjah to offer guaranteed interconnecting family rooms, paired with a flexible 24-hour check-in and check-out. Guests enjoy the convenience of a complimentary shuttle running between the hotel and Sharjah International Airport.
All rooms feature high-speed internet, smart TVs, and in-room coffee and tea facilities. Onsite amenities include an all-day dining restaurant, café, swimming pool, valet parking, and complimentary gym access.
The brand incorporates smart technology throughout the guest experience, with a dedicated website that allows travellers to check in, access rooms digitally, manage bookings, and navigate Aljada’s services. Features such as eBike rentals, dining reservations, and high-speed Wi-Fi support a modern, frictionless stay.
Guests at Nest Hotel Aljada benefit from direct access to Al Dhaid Road and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, making travel across Sharjah and the wider UAE convenient. The hotel is just five minutes from Sharjah International Airport and close to University City, the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park, the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone, and the upcoming Etihad Rail station.
Nest Hotel supports rising demand from Sharjah’s MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) and leisure tourism sectors, including visitors to Aljada’s own event spaces and nearby venues. With 14.2 million passengers passing through Sharjah International Airport in the first three quarters of this year, the hotel also provides convenient accommodation for guests linked to academic, professional, and community events.
Upcoming brands within Arada’s hospitality portfolio include owned and managed properties such as Akala Hotel Dubai, alongside strategic partnerships with Vida, Rove, and Anantara.
Already home to 20,000 residents, Aljada integrates multiple residential districts with extensive retail, entertainment, sports, education, wellness, hospitality, and commercial components. Madar Mall, the landmark anchor of Aljada’s entertainment district designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, is scheduled for completion in 2028, supporting an estimated 20 million annual visits to Aljada. In 2024 alone, the destination welcomed 8 million visitors.
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