Abu Hail, Deira

Abu Hail is a mixed-use community in Deira situated on the western side of the oldest commercial district. It is set amongst the popular residential communities, including Al Wuheida, Al Baraha and Hor Al Anz. Apart from communal facilities, the neighbourhood also has a huge selection of casual restaurants and cafes dotted around the area. In terms of connectivity, Abu Hail Road (D91) and Hor Al Anz Street provide direct access to Al Khaleej Road (D92) and Al Ittihad Road in a short drive.

• A sub-community in Deira
• Offers residential and commercial properties
• Home to Al Hamriya Park
• Amenities include nursery schools, supermarkets and mosques
• Surrounded by major roads of the city

Abu Hail is listed among the top areas for renting in Deira as it offers affordable rental properties and easy access to basic facilities. The strategic location allows easy commute as three major roads run in or along the community. Moreover, Abu Hail is home to Al Hamriya Park – a popular and family-friendly recreational spot.

Properties in Abu Hail include apartments and villas in different layouts. There are mid to low-rise apartment buildings offering studios and 1 to 4-bedroom flats. These units generally come with a living area, a fitted kitchen and an attached bathroom and wardrobe in the bedroom. Whereas, those units with bigger coverage space offer a guest room and a balcony as well. The shared facilities of these apartments for sale in Abu Hail include a parking area, 24-hour security and maintenance.

Families looking for private residences can opt for 2 to 8+-bedroom villas. Abu Hail is listed among the top areas for renting villas in Deira due to its affordable prices. These two-storey houses are equipped with quality fittings and furnishings such as marble flooring and wooden closets in the kitchen and bedrooms. Other features of these villas include a maid’s room with a bathroom, guest room and private parking area.

Those interested in buying villas in Abu Hail can find a few options in the community. The price range of these houses is as follows:

• The average sale price of a 3-bedroom villa is AED 1.7M
• The sale price of a 4-bedroom villa in Abu Hail ranges between AED 2M to AED 6M
• One must prepare to shell out AED 1.3M for 5-bedroom villas for sale and AED 2.8M to AED 3.9M for 8+bedroom villas for sale in Abu Hail, respectively.

It is to be noted that the price range of properties largely depends on the coverage area and available amenities.

Abu Hail Star Residence is a 4-star hotel in Abu Hail featuring well-equipped rooms. Each room has an attached bathroom, fitted wardrobe, Wi-Fi connection and coffee and tea makers. There is a shared kitchen in the hotel for those willing to prepare the meal on their own. Other features include a shared parking facility, 24-hour concierge and security and room service.

Finding a safe and secure parking spot in Abu Hail isn’t a hassle, as each residential and commercial building comes with a dedicated parking facility. These buildings have basement or podium level parking where residents and visitors can park their cars conveniently.

As for public transportation in Abu Hail, residents can get around the city using modes of Dubai public transport. There are routes of Bus C03, Bus X13 and Bus E307A in the community, while two stations of Green Line Metro are a short drive away. Residents can take Abu Hail Road to reach Abu Hail Metro Station and Al Qiyadah Metro Station in a 5 to 7-minute drive. Otherwise, an online taxi service is available round the clock if you have to reach your destination timely.

Since the neighbourhood has a well-developed street network, residents with private cars can commute easily. They can use Abu Hail Road connecting with Al Ittihad Road (E11) and Al Khaleej Road (D92) in a short drive. Towards the western side of the community runs Abu Bakr Al Siddique Road (D78), through which residents can reach the neighbouring areas such as Al Baraha and Muteena. One of the major streets of Deira – Hor Al Anz Street is also running in the centre of the community, joining it with Hor Al Anz and Al Khabisi.

There are several supermarkets in Abu Hail Dubai dotted around the community. These include Adwa Al Madina Supermarket, Hadeer Supermarket and Union Coop Abu Hail – an outlet of one of the best supermarkets in Dubai. Other grocery stores in the community are Pick Fresh Supermarket Abu Hail, Obaid Khalfan Grocery and Madeena Al Baraha Grocery. Moreover, there are plenty of convenience stores and pharmacies in the community as well.

Mosques in Abu Hail Dubai include Masjid Al Salam, Masjid Hamad Bin Sultan and Hor Al Anz East Mosque. Muslims can drive from their home to reach these mosques for worship.

On the other hand, Christians and Hindus can also quickly drive to their worship places from the community. In a short drive of 10 to 12-minutes lie Winners Chapel International Dubai and St Mary’s Catholic Church, while temples in Bur Dubai are accessible in a 15-minute drive.

There are several nursery schools in Abu Hail Dubai facilitating parents with toddlers. These include:

• Spectrum Nursery
• Tiny Tots Nursery
• The Primary Nursery

Spectrum Nursery is one of the reputable schools in the neighbourhood following the Early Childhood Care and Education curriculum. The nursery school has trained staff and well-equipped classrooms, making learning accessible for children. Other nursery schools nearby are Pioneer Children Nursery and Canadian Oaks Kindergarten.

Other schools near Abu Hail, considerable for older children include:

• Sabari Indian School
• The Elite English School
• Little Flower English School

Sabari Indian School is one of the best schools in Deira situated in the neighbouring community – Al Wuheida. As the name says, the institute follows the Indian curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Furthermore, the co-education institute – The Elite English School is located within a 5-minute drive from the community. Other schools near Abu Hail are Little Flower English School and Al Khansa’a School for Girls.

Dubai Hospital is a multi-speciality healthcare facility near the community. It has around 28 medical and surgical departments, including cardiology, kidney diseases and oncology. Al Kuwait Hospital, formerly known as Al Baraha Hospital, is another healthcare facility on Al Khaleej Road. It is a government hospital in Dubai accessible in a 3-minute drive. Other clinics near Abu Hail Dubai are Amiruddin Clinic and Abeer Al Noor Polyclinics.

Several popular residential communities of Deira surround Abu Hail Dubai. It shares a border with Hor Al Anz from the southern side, while Al Wuheida is to the eastern side of the community. Deira Corniche is situated on the northern side, whereas Al Baraha and Al Muteena are western. Other nearby areas include Al Twar and Al Qusais.

Several community malls near Abu Hail Deira Dubai feature retail outlets of popular brands and dining options. Hamriya Shopping Centre and Abu Hail Centre are a few of them. Those looking for other options can drive for around 9-minutes to reach Century Mall Dubai. It has a good selection of fashion stores, F&B outlets and recreational facilities. The anchor store of Carrefour caters to the grocery needs of visitors while kids can spend time at Fun City. Other malls near the residential community are Reef Mall and Burj Nahar Mall.

There are plenty of restaurants in Abu Hail Deira Dubai serving a variety of cuisines. Some of these are:

• New Khair Darbar Restaurant
• Al Embratoor Cook and Restaurant
• City Restaurant
• Al Olfa Restaurant
• Green Land Restaurant
• Coffee Point Restaurant and Cafeteria

Some of the best restaurants in Deira are also located a short drive away, such as Coffeetea Fusion Café, Yakitate and Bait Al Mandi Restaurant.

Residents planning a day out on the beach under the sun can drive for around 10-minutes to reach Al Mamzar Beach. It is one of the best public beaches in Dubai, offering watersports activities and food stalls. Other beaches near Abu Hail are Al Khan Beach and the sprawling La Mer Beach.

Hyatt Regency Galleria Ice Rink is one of the best ice rinks in Dubai, situated an 8-minute drive away from the community. This winter wonderland is popular among ice-skating enthusiasts; they can either take membership or enjoy it with friends. Newbies can also take classes from professional instructors to twirl or pirouette on the rink. It also offers packages for school children and birthday parties.

Visit Deira is incomplete without stopping by the Waterfront Market Deira. It has around 435 stalls selling fresh seafood, meat, high-quality spices, perfumes, books and much more. Moreover, the restaurants in Waterfront Market will help you refuel after a long day of shopping.

Other best things to do in Deira are visiting Dubai International Bowling Centre Deira and Hor Al Anz Library.

Al Hamriya Park is one of the two community parks in Abu Hail, featuring lush green spaces, a kids play area and a football field. It is one of the best parks in Dubai, situated near Spectrum Nursery. Other parks nearby are Hor Al Anz Community Park and Al Muteena Park.

Those looking to stay fit can hit gyms in Deira equipped with state-of-the-art exercise equipment and offering feasible timings. These include Gold’s Gym Al Hamriya, Olympus Fitness and FitLab. All these fitness centres are accessible in a 10 to 15-minute drive.

Spas and salons in Abu Hail offer beauty care treatments for skin, nails and hair. These include Royal Ruby Salon, Sunshine Star Ladies Salon and Ahlam Al Banat Ladies Salon.

Waterfront Market Deira hosts several fares and events all around the year, such as National Day, Food Carnival and several competitions.

Abu Hail is a suitable residential community for professionals and families as it offers affordable rental properties and easy access to major roads. Those considering living in Deira should consider the lack of public parking spaces during peak hours and traffic congestion.

• Dubai International Airport is at a 13-minute drive
• Al Nahda Dubai and Muhaisnah are 8 to 12-minute drive away
• It will take a 10-minute drive to Deira Clock Tower
• Al Mamzar Beach Park is within a 10-minute drive