Al Yahar, Al Ain

• Properties
• Getting around
• Schools & universities
• Nearby hospitals
• Shopping and dining
• Notable landmarks
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Al Yahar Al Ain is a residential district situated about 29 kilometres from Al Ain and about 130 kilometres from the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Residents can access the Abu Dhabi – Al Ain Road, which passes through the neighbourhood. Also known as Al Jahar, the area is home to 3 to 7-bedroom spacious villas.

• A family-friendly community 
• Also known as Al Jahar
• Easy access to Abu Dhabi – Al Ain Road
• Spacious villas in 3 to 7-bedroom units
• Close to Al Ain International Airport

Al Yahar Al Ain is a family-friendly neighbourhood featuring villas. It is home to schools, mosques, government offices, shopping malls, restaurants and supermarkets. Apart from amenities, there is Al Yahar North Park, which offers a perfect outdoor space for residents.

There are spacious villas in Al Yahar Al Ain spanning from 3,000 sq. ft. to 20,000 sq. ft. These residential units feature master bedrooms, bathrooms, a large hall, a majlis, a modern kitchen, a maid’s room with bathroom, a laundry room, a dining room, a living area, a private yard, separate entrance and private car parking spaces.

There are a few villas for sale in Al Yahar that come in 11-bedroom units. The sale price for 8+ bedroom villas is AED 5.9M.

Apartments and villas feature dedicated covered car parking spaces in Al Yahar. Larger residential units get more parking space. Street parking is available for visitors and guests.

Zaid Ibn Al Khattab Mosque bus stop and Street 2 / Al Aaliya School bus stop are the nearest public transport options. Route 918 service these bus stations. These are accessible at a 3 to 4-minute drive by car.

There are numerous baqalas, grocery stores and supermarkets near Al Yahar. These include Dawhat Al Maqam Grocery, Zahra Al Junoob Grocery, Dorat Al Yahar Grocery, Al Seham Baqala, Bul Bul Grocery, Laylat Baqala and Al Mana & Al Thiqa Supermarket. These are reachable at a 4 to 6-minute drive by car.

Fatima Muhammad Ali Al Dhaheri Mosque, Fatoom Al Abd Mohammed Al Ameri Mosque, Fatima Ali Abdullah Al Ali Mosque, Hassan Abdullah Mohammed Al Ahbabi Mosque and Mohammed Musabah Ahmed Al Muhairy Mosque are located in the area.

Catholic residents can find St Mary’s Catholic Church Al Ain and Mar Thoma Church at a short drive. These are accessible within a 32 to 48-minute driving distance.

Parents willing to send their little ones to nurseries can find plenty of options in the area. These include:

• Al Yahar Nursery
• Al Aamerah Nursery
• Al Sawsan  Kindergarten
• Al Aamerah Kindergarten
• Life Time Nursery

Schools near Al Yahar Al Ain are:

• Al Khair School
• United Private School
• Shakhbout Bin Sultan School

Al Khair School is located at 15, Imru Al Qays Street, Aliyah, Al Aamerah. United Private School follows an American curriculum and offers classes from KG until Grade 12. Both male and female students study in a co-educational set up until Grade 4 and later move to separate sections. The school is located close to the Abu Dhabi-Al Ain Road.

Shakhbout Bin Sultan School is located at ​10, Bilyaham Street​, Al Waha Al Amirah, Al Aamerah.

Hospitals in Al Ain offer premium medical care with state-of-the-art infrastructure and a specialised team of physicians. For healthcare services, residents can head towards some renowned clinics and hospitals in Al Yahar. These include Tawam Hospital, Mediclinic Al Yahar and Amana Healthcare. Residents can access them within a 1 to 7-minute drive by car.

Al Yahar is an immediate neighbour to the Al Saad, Sweihan and Al Salamat communities. The neighbourhood lies in proximity to the main roads and the Al Ain International Airport.

Residents willing to go on a shopping spree can find Al Yahar Mall and Al Aliah Mall at a 7-minute driving distance. Both malls have various brands and retail outlets.

Al Yahar Mall is a popular shopping mall featuring retail stores and restaurants. Some brands in the mall include H&M, Sephora and Carrefour. Visitors can also enjoy a range of leisure options such as a bowling alley, a cinema and a kid’s play area. It is located at 23, Al Marta’shah Street​1/1, Al Aamerah, Al Ain.

Al Aliah Mall offer several retail stores, fashion/clothing shops and chic dining restaurants.

Foodies can find various local eateries, cafeterias, and fast food restaurants in Al Yahar. Cafeterias include Eva Cafeteria, Alfazan Cafeteria, Rooh Al Tabea, White Mocha, Qamar Al Yahar and Al Azima Cafeteria.

Al Yahar Mandi Al Ain serving Arabian and Middle Eastern cuisines is roughly a 3-minute drive by car. Al Yahar Modern Restaurant also provides indoor seating and home delivery.

Other choices include Jasmin Land Restaurant, Al Wadi Restaurants, Al Jood Cafeteria and Grills, Dubai Fresh Fish Al Yahar – True Sri Lankan Taste, Rashid Ali Cafeteria and Emirates Food.

For fast food options, you can find Alif Broast, McDonald`s, La Marée Burger, Graffiti Burger and Just Burger.

The community of Al Yahar is situated far from the coastline of the United Arab Emirates. Jumeirah Beach and Kite Beach, Dubai are in Dubai, requiring a roughly 90-minute drive.

Residents of Al Yahar can easily spot plenty of leisure attractions and landmarks located in nearby communities. These include Qasr Al Muwaiji, Al Jahili Fort, Al Ain Oasis and Al Ain Zoo. These are accessible within a 27 to 30-minute drive by car.

Qasr Al Muwaiji is an architectural masterpiece. A variety of historical experiences are associated with the venue.

Al Jahili Fort is one of the largest forts in the UAE, built in the 1890s. It served as a home to the Al Nahyan family. It is now transformed into a tourist attraction and cultural centre. It features landscaped gardens, a bookshop and an exhibition gallery.

Spanning across 3,000 acres, Al Ain Oasis has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since the year 2011. It also features shaded pathways lined with date palms as well as 100 different varieties of vegetation and farming exhibits.

Al Ain Zoo is inhabited by exotic species such as rhinos, Barbary sheep, tigers, lions, hippos and the Arabian Oryx. Residents visiting the zoo can enjoy giraffe feeding, the world’s largest man-made safari, a lemur experience and a 217-hectare landscape featuring more than 250 animals.

Alrefaah Miniature Park is a major highlight of this area located in the heart of the neighbourhood. Residents can also access Al Yahar North Park, Water Splash Park, Al Yahar South Park and Hazaa Albush Miniature Park. These parks offer shaded benches, playgrounds for children and walking paths.

Those who like to keep fit can find a few gyms in Al Yahar. There are Al Yahar Ladies Gym and Abtal Al Ain Gym, both accessible within a 3 to 5-minute driving distance. Those interested in football can find Al Saad Football Ground in the Al Saad community at a 10-minute drive by car.

For pampering, residents can find some popular salons in Al Yahar. These include Home of Queen Beauty Centre and RAW Beauty Salon L.L.C.

Gents can find barbershops such as Waleed Saleh Ali Al Blooshi, Shabab Al Aliya and Al Tareeq Al Mumayaz at a short drive.

Majlis Al Yahar is located in the neighbourhood. It hosts various events for residents to participate in. For recreational activities, residents can find Yahar Entertainment Centre.

It is a family-friendly community offering both apartments and villas. It is close to numerous amenities.

Al Yahar is located close to Al Ain and Abu Dhabi.

Al Yahar Al Ain is home to both apartments and villas.

The cheapest way to reach Al Yahar Station is by buses E101 and X90. It takes 4 hours and 54 minutes to reach your destination.

• Al Ain International Airport is a 20-minute drive away
• Al Ain National Museum is a 35-minute drive by car
• Al Ain Hospital is a 30-minute drive by car