Al Humrah, Umm Al Quwain

• Properties in Al Humrah
• Popular hotels
• Getting around
• Malls & restaurants
• Things to consider
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Al Humrah is a cluster of four residential sub-communities – Al Humrah A, B, C and D in the emirate of Umm Al Quwain. It is a relatively less populated and peaceful community.

Al Humrah, Umm Al Quwain has villas and a few apartment buildings. You can find various modern amenities such as schools, mosques, supermarkets, grocery stores, hospitals and restaurants within proximity.

• A residential suburb
• Features four sub-communities namely Al Humrah A, B, C and D
• Located in Umm Al Quwain
• Near the Gulf Craft Shipyard and Fish Market
• Mosques, schools, restaurants and supermarkets are in proximity
• Easy access to Umm Al Quwain Beach

Al Humrah, Umm Al Quwain is a family-friendly community featuring four residential suburbs. The community is well connected to the rest of the emirate because of the proximity to E11 – Al Ittihad Street. Since the area is not crowded, you won’t find much traffic and commuting is easy. Residents can spot modern amenities in the district and have access to various entertainment destinations.

Properties in Al Humrah include apartments in studio to 2-bedroom configurations. These units spread across 365 sq. ft. to 1,200 sq. ft. Larger units feature master bedrooms with wardrobes, en-suite bathrooms, a separate kitchen, a big hall, a living room and a spacious balcony.

Hotels in Al Humrah include:

• Pearl Hotel and Spa
• The Beach Hotel and Resort, Umm Al Quwain

In proximity to Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Street, residents can find the Pearl Hotel and Spa at a 5-minute drive. Pearl Hotel and Spa offers luxurious waterfront accommodation to the guests. You can also find a full-service spa, a swimming pool, free Wi-Fi, numerous dining options and family-friendly activities.

Set on Sheikh Saud Bin Rashid Al Mualla Street, you can find The Beach Hotel and Resort, Umm Al Quwain. It offers 66 spacious villas featuring comfortable beds, a temperature-controlled pool, a sun deck and spectacular views of Gulf. Other hotel amenities include room service, rent-a-car request, 24-hour reception, flight confirmations, free Wi-Fi and beach volleyball. The hotel is a 5-minute drive from the community.

Residential apartments come with dedicated covered parking spaces. Guests and visitors can use street parking for their vehicles.

Those willing to use public transportation near Al Humrah can find Umm Al Quwain bus stop on Ittihad Street, roughly at a 10-minute drive.

For grocery shopping, there are plenty of supermarkets in Al Humrah at a 2 to 5-minute drive. These include Moideen Grocery, Firdous Supermarket, Al Muhajir Grocery, Happy Grocery, Arafa Store, Asfar Al Madina Supermarket, Al Diya Supermarket and Ahlan Supermarket.

Residents of all faiths can find places for worship in the community. Mosques in Al Humrah include Masjid Sheikha Shamsa Bent Majed, Masjid Maryam Al Sayegh, Al Falah Mosque, Saeed bin Fadel Mosque, Masjid Al Tawheed, Masjid Huthifah Bin Al Yaman and Masjid Abdullah Bin Abbas. You can spot these at a 2 to 4-minute driving distance.

Christian residents can find Our Lady of Arabia Church in the Industrial Area at an 8-minute drive.

There are numerous educational institutions in the community which offer quality education to students of all ages. Some popular nurseries in Al Humrah include Apple Tree Nursery Butterflies Nursery, Al Mualla Kindergarten and Noon Nursery. These are a 2 to 3-minute drive away.

For primary and secondary education, there are many schools in Al Humrah. These include Mualla Secondary School for Girls, Umm Al Shuhada Primary School, Al Watan School and Othman bin Affan School for Adult Education.

Those looking for higher education options can find the Emirates Canadian University College on Al Mualla Street at a 5-minute drive. It offers certificates and degree programs in all disciplines. You can also find British Applied College in Al Raas 2, Umm Al Quwain at a 5-minute drive away.

In case of a medical emergency, residents can find a number of clinics and hospitals near Al Humrah. Some of the best clinics include Al Khazan Health Center MOH, Thumbay Clinic, Sansaya Clinic, Marhaba Optical, Jamal Clinic and Al Noor Clinic.

For specialised medical treatment, residents can head towards Umm Al Quwain Hospital in Al Raudah, which is roughly a 6-minute drive by car. Another good option is Sheikh Khalifa General Hospital in Al Salamah.

Al Humrah, Umm Al Quwain is surrounded by several residential communities which include Al Maidan, Al Haditha, Al Aahad, Green Belt, Al Riqqah and Al Dar Al Baida.

The neighbourhood is close to E11 – Al Ittihad Street, which allows quick access to popular entertainment destinations. These include Star Cinemas, UAQ National Museum and the Umm Al Quwain Beach.

There are plenty of options for those looking for shopping malls near Al Humrah. Al Haram Store is located in Al Humrah D at a 3-minute drive. China Mall is located in Al Riqqah at a 5-minute drive by car. A branch of one of the biggest retail stores in the UAE, LuLu Hypermarket, is a 6-minute drive.

Restaurants in Al Humrah are scattered in the different sub-communities. Khalifa Restaurant, Happy Restaurant & Kitchen Popular, Cake Al Taybeen, Gulf Sea Restaurant, Broccoli Pizza & Pasta and Sheikh Al Jabal Restaurant are located in Al Humrah A.

Residents of Al Humrah B can find Emirates Sea Restaurant, Bait Al Mandi Restaurant and Sikkat Beirut. Emirates Sea Restaurant serves Arabian cuisine and seafood. It is a 5-minute drive. Bait Al Mandi Restaurant is known for serving a wide range of Arabian, Middle Eastern and Afghani specialities along with Mandi. It is roughly 5-minute drive by car. For enjoying delicious Lebanese food, residents can head towards Sikkat Beirut.

Fast food restaurants in Al Humrah include Burger King, Arabian Chicken Hut, McDonald’s and KFC at a 2 to 5-minute drive away.

Those looking for a fun hangout with friends can head towards Starbucks in Al Humrah B, which is a 4-minute drive away.

Those wanting to hit the beach can head to the Umm Al Quwain Beach, which is a 7-minute drive by car. Families can also plan their beach picnic at Sunset Beach, Mangrove Beach and Khor Al Beidah. You can also book beach resorts near these spots.

Flamingo Beach Resort is a luxurious retreat offering 82 comfortable rooms. With some of the finest amenities such as LED TVs, free Wi-Fi, minibars and coffee makers, it is one of the best resorts in Umm Al Quwain. Perfect for various water sports including Mangrove boating, jet skiing, crab hunting, diving and fishing, the resort features swimming pools, gardens, beach, and comfortable rooms. It is located in Old Town Area and is a 10-minute drive from the neighbourhood.

Umm Al Quwain is known for its historic landmarks and thrilling watersports activities. The most remarkable landmark nearby is Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque located in Defence Camp, roughly at a 6-minute drive.

Enjoying water sports activities at UAQ Marine Club is one of the best things to do in Umm Al Quwain for tourists and residents alike. UAQ Marine Club is a perfect spot for canoeing, water skiing, fishing, windsurfing and houseboat tours. It is a 4-minute drive from the area.

Umm Al Quwain National Museum is a historical destination in the Old Town Area. Also known as Al Ali Fort, it was built by H.H. Sheikh Rashid Bin Majid Al Mualla in 1768. It is accessible at an 8-minute drive by car. It was open for the general public after being converted into a museum in 2000. The major highlight of the Umm Al Quwain Museum is the archaeological finds from Tel Abraq and Ed Dur. Some other notable exhibits include a stone plate in the shape of a turtle and statues of headless falcons, which date back to the Roman Empire.

Residents can find H.H. Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Park in Al Humrah D at a 3-minute drive. It is one of the best parks in Umm Al Quwain for enjoying fresh air or jogging. At a 5-minute driving distance, residents can find National Flag Park in Al Khor district.

Those interested in learning and playing football can spot Sheikh Zayed Park Football Pitch in Al Humrah D, roughly at a 3-minute drive. All sports enthusiasts can head towards Al Arabi Sports and Cultural Club in Al Raudah community. It is a 6-minute drive by car. There is Unicorn UAQ Cricket Ground for cricket fans in Industrial Area 3. It is a 9-minute drive by car from the neighbourhood.

Residents can find few gyms near Al Humrah at a 6 to 7-minute driving distance. These include Kodokan Martial Arts and Fitness, Red Belt Club Umm Al Quwain and 24 GYM. Ladies can access a separate gym facility called Ladies Fitness and Massage at a 7-minute drive by car. You can also workout outdoors at the Beach Public Gym, which is a 7-minute drive away.

For personal grooming, ladies can find several salons near Al Humrah at a 2 to 4-minute drive by car. These include Khatal Saloon, Wajid Saloon, Meera Beauty Saloon, Lamis Beauty Centre, JORIYA Beauty Saloon and Oasis Saloon.

Lieba Spa, Imar Spa and EVA Spa are the few spas, roughly at a 3 to 6-minute driving distance.

There are no community events in Al Humrah, Umm Al Quwain. However, residents can check out the Ajman Shopping Festival in Al Jerf Industrial 1, Ajman which is a 19-minute drive from the community. It organises various shopping festivals and other interesting activities for families.

Al Humrah, Umm Al Quwain is a peaceful, family-friendly community. It is in proximity to all the basic amenities and leisure destinations. However, considering limited modes of public transportation, those willing to move to this neighbourhood must own a car.

Al Humrah is located in Umm Al Quwain, UAE.

Umm Al Quwain is known for its historical landmarks and entertainment destinations that offer exciting watersports activities.

Residents can use the Umm Al Quwain bus stop on Ittihad Street to reach the community.

• Sheikh Zayed Mosque is 5 minutes away via Zuhair Bin Abi Salma St‬‎reet‬
• Dreamland Aqua Park is 20 minutes away via E11
• Umm Al Quwain Airport is 22 minutes away via E11
• Ajman is 22 minutes away via Al Ittihad Street/E11