The Chedi Al Bait

In the heart of Sharjah and on the edge of a shimmering canal that leads to the beautiful Khalid Lake, The Chedi Al Bait is the perfect base for an exploration of Emirati culture. The property’s architecture harks back to the traditional Arabian style, with turrets and towers and leafy courtyards, while beyond its doors lies a city that’s got its own distinct character and strong heritage. 

Its 65 bedrooms are furnished with intricate, handmade wooden pieces and have pleasingly muted tones that create a serene retreat, while common areas enjoy colourful Arabic touches such as hand-woven carpets and bright cushions. Nip into The Café in the historic Bait Majlis Ibrahim Al Midfa for tea, pastries and fresh juice beneath the UAE’s only remaining circular wind tower, or go to Al Bareed for ice cream by the harbour. The restaurant here serves excellent international dishes throughout the day, too, and Sharjah’s excellent dining scene is right on your doorstep.

Facials and body polishes help create renewed energy at the spa, and the hydrotherapy pools offer a place to soothe your body after a cleansing hammam ritual.