Bida Bin Ammar, Al Ain

Bida Bin Ammar is a mixed-use community in the Asharej district of Al Ain. It is situated on the north-western side of the city and is surrounded by residential communities such as Tawam, Al Markhaniyyah, Mreifia and Shabhanet Ashrej. The community features gated residential complexes along with restaurants, shops, supermarkets, medical centres, a school and a nursery. The gated communities include spacious apartments and villas.

• Mixed-use community in Asharej, Al Ain
• Offers villas and apartments
• Features shops, restaurants, supermarkets, mosques
• Close to Al Ain Equestrian Shooting and Golf Club

Bida Bin Ammar Al Ain is a thriving mixed-use community offering a family-friendly lifestyle with a variety of residential options. This community features a range of spacious villas and apartments available within gated complexes, providing a secure and comfortable living environment. Residents benefit from numerous amenities, including fitness centres, mosques, shops, eateries and educational institutions such as the Al Ain American School. Al Maqam Police Station is also located in the community.

Bida Bin Ammar Asharej Al Ain is home to studio to 3-bedroom apartments and spacious 3 to 5-bedroom villas. The community has gated residential complexes, such as The Village and Al Ain Oasis Villas. All properties in the area feature state-of-the-art interiors, fixtures and fittings.

Apartments have covered areas from 300 sq. ft. to 3,500 sq. ft. In 2-bed and 3-bed units, there is a maid’s room with an attached bath, in addition to bedrooms with attached bathrooms. Every apartment features a living and dining area, a closed and expansive kitchen, a powder room and a balcony in one bedroom.

Villas in the area span from 2,500 sq. ft. to 4,000 sq. ft. Almost every villa has a big majlis as well as a guest bathroom, a spacious kitchen with multiple counters, a maid’s room with an attached bath and a private backyard too.

The residential complexes have a vast built-up area to accommodate parking for guests and visitors. Villas have their own garages, whereas the apartment buildings offer underground parking for residents.

Taxis and buses are the most accessible and common forms of public transportation near Bida Bin Ammar Al Ain. Residents can catch a bus from the Shakhbout Bin Sultan Street / Al Ain American School bus stop and Tawam Street/ College of Medicine and Health Science bus stop. Buses 907, 917, 927 and 937 services these bus stops. 

Taxis can be hailed on the streets or booked via the Abu Dhabi Taxi app. Ride-hailing services such as Uber and Careem are also viable options for commuting.

There are several grocery stores and supermarkets in Bida Bin Ammar for buying groceries and other everyday essentials. These include Milano Supermarket, Ice 'N' Spice Supermarket, Souq Planet Al Ain, Al Fair Al Ain, Asawir Al Lail Supermarket, Insta Mart Baqala, Zahrath Panneer Baqala and Earth Supermarket LLC, Asharaj, Al Ain.

There are many mosques in Bida Bin Ammar for everyday prayers and spiritual healing. These include Abdullah Saeed Al Jabri Mosque, Hamad Rashid Mohammed Al Khaili Mosque, Saeed Hashel Mohammed Al Mansouri Mosque, Maryam Mohamed Ali Wife of Obaid Ali Al Yabhouni Mosque and Qammad Rashid Mohammed Al Mansouri.

There are a few churches near the Bida Bin Ammar location. These include St. Mary's Catholic Church Al Ain, Redeemer Al Ain, Victory Christian Fellowship Al Ain, Al Ain Evangelical Church, Al Ain Pentecostal Fellowship and CSI Malayalam Parish, Al Ain. These churches are located in Al Mutaw'ah at an 18 to 20-minute drive.

Gurudwara Nanaksar Al Ain and Gurdwara Sahib Ji Al Ain are the two nearest Sikh temples in the Al Noud community. Both are reachable at a 30-minute drive.

The community is home to a branch of Little Regent Nursery. It follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. It enrols children aged 2 to 4 years old. 

Al Ain American School is the only school within the community. Established in 2016, the school follows the American Core curriculum based on the California State Standards and offers classes from KG1 to Grade 9.

Those seeking medical education can find the College Of Medicine and Health Sciences and Fatima College of Health Sciences in the neighbouring community of Tawam. These are at a 5-minute drive.

Clinics and hospitals in Bida Bin Ammar Al Ain include:

• Burjeel Royal Hospital, Asharej
• Snapcare Mobile Clinic
• Canadian Dental Medical Center
• HHD Home Health Care LLC

For specialised patient care, there is Burjeel Royal Hospital in the area. It is among the best hospitals in Al Ain offering services in dental services, dermatology, laparoscopic surgery, paediatrics, pulmonology and urology. 

Apart from these one can also find a specialised fertility clinic, Fakih IVF Fertility Center in the area. Those with pets can visit the Pet Advance Veterinary Clinic present in the area. Dr. Niran Al General Clinic is a private clinic where you can book an appointment.

Bida Bin Ammar location is surrounded by sub-communities of the greater Ashrej. Tawam is located on the western end while Mrefia borders Bida Bin Ammar to the east. Al Marakhaniya covers the northern area above the community. On the southern end, you will find Shabhanet Ashrej. Other nearby communities also include Al Maqam and the United Arab Emirates University area.

Residents can visit the nearby areas for indulging in retail therapy on a wider scale. Some of the popular malls near Bida Bin Ammar are:

• Al Markhaniya Mall
• Al Jimi Mall
• Al Ain Mall

Al Markhaniya Mall is situated in the immediate neighbourhood of Bida Bin Ammar, namely Al Markhaniya. It is a small neighbourhood mall with a few restaurants, retail outlets and a branch of the Al Ain Cooperative Society.

Al Jimi Mall is another shopping destination on Hamdan Bin Mohammed Street. It is developed by Aldar Properties. The mall is spread over 76,000 sq.m. of land featuring several retail stores, a Carrefour Hypermarket, restaurants, a branch of Magic Planet, VOX Cinemas and Adventureland. It is one of the most reliable shopping centres in Al Ain city for jewellery shopping as it houses jewellery brand outlets such as Zen Diamond, Damas, Atasay Jewellery, Pure Gold and Liali Jewellery. It is located at a 19-minute drive.

Al Ain Mall is the second-largest shopping mall in the area. It offers a variety of recreational and dining options. The mall features an impressive lineup of international fashion brands, including Armani, Lacoste, DKNY, Calvin Klein, Jaguar, Moschino and Caroline Herrera. It also hosts numerous renowned fashion accessories brands such as Ralph Lauren, Lee Cooper, Ray-Ban, Cartier, Chanel, Prada, Dior, Valentino and Lancome. For recreation, children can enjoy activities like ice skating at the rink, bowling at Bowling City and playing at Cheeky Monkey and Fun Farm. Dining options range from casual eateries to fast food favourites like Pizza Hut, Nando’s, Chili’s, and Fuddruckers. 

The mall also includes Star Al Ain Cinema Mall and Carrefour Supermarket, offering entertainment and shopping under one roof. It is located on Othman Bin Affan Street at a 23-minute drive.

Both Al Ain Mall and Al Jimi Mall are among the top shopping malls in Al Ain.

The community is complete with all types of lifestyle amenities, which include various food and dining options as well. Some of the cafes and restaurants in Bida Bin Ammar Al Ain include:

• Maia Restaurant
• Vault Burger
• DGoodies
• Beyond Burger
• Burger Trip Al Ain
• Quattro Restaurant
• Eat and Drink Restaurant
• Zerofat
• Fresh & Light Restaurant
• Merdost Turkish Restaurant
• Famous Gulf Tea Restaurant
• We Know Restaurant
• Shahryar Restaurant
• Premium Burgers & Grills

101 Café & Restaurant is a Lebanese eatery that offers shisha as well. Zerofat, as the name suggests, deals primarily in healthy food such as different types of salads and juices. Eat & Drink is an Arabian restaurant that also serves a variety of Chinese dishes and juices.

Premium Burger and KONZ are fast food restaurants while Shawerma Shake serves shawarmas with other Arabian delicacies. Bukhara Restaurant is an Indian restaurant and Hash Café serves all sorts of café and bakery items.

For enjoying upscale dining in the city, you can head over to a few fine dining restaurants near Bida Bin Ammar, which are approximately 12 minutes away. These include:

• Zest – Al Ain Rotana, Al Mutaredh
• Min Zaman – Al Ain Rotana, Al Mutaredh
• Ayla Restaurant – Ayla Hotel, Al Mutaredh

Zest deals in different types of International while Min Zaman is an award-winning Lebanese restaurant. You can also enjoy outdoor dining at the lantern-lit terrace of Min Zaman. Ayla Restaurant serves an array of cuisines, including Italian, Arabian, European, Indian and American. The restaurant features live BBQ stations and serves breakfast, dinner and lunch amidst a different theme every other night.

To indulge in nightlife in the city, you can visit some of the nearby bars, such as:

• W XYZ Lounge
• Trader Vic’s
• Aquarius

Each of these bars can be reached within a drive of 10 to 15 minutes. Trader Vic’s is a world-famous American Tiki bar with several branches in the UAE. You can also order food here from French and other Asian cuisines.

The coastal side is more than an hour and 45 minutes away from the main Al Ain city. Those interested in enjoying the sea waters will have to bear with a long drive to reach any of the beaches in Abu Dhabi.

For a fun day out, you can drive to the notable landmarks near Bida Bin Ammar, such as:

• Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club
• Al Jahili Fort
• Hili Archaeological Park
• Hili Fun City

 Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club has an impressive golf course, a full-fledged equestrian centre, a floodlit cricket ground, a rugby field and a shooting club, all offering gorgeous views of the majestic Jebel Hafeet. The equestrian centre serves as a renowned destination for weddings and other events too. It is located in Al Maqam within a 5 to 10-minute drive.

Al Jahili Fort is one of the largest forts in the UAE. Built in the late 19th century, it was originally constructed to protect the city and its palm groves. The fort is amongst the largest in the country and dates back to the 1890s. You can visit this place to learn more about Abu Dhabi’s history and explore the battlements and watchtowers of the fort. Today, the fort serves as a cultural centre and a popular tourist attraction, offering visitors a glimpse into the region's rich heritage. It is located in the community of Al Mutawaa at a 15-minute drive.

Hili Archaeological Park and Hili Fun City lie in the Hili area at a drive of 25 minutes. Hili Archaeological Park dates back to almost 3,000 BCE and ranks amongst UAE’s top archaeological sites. The historical site has remains of various structures from the Bronze Age and several tombs and buildings within it.

Hili Fun City is an amusement park that features a large number of activities and attractions. It features many rides, an ice rink and restaurants. Hili Fun City Ice Rink serves as the home ground for the hockey team of Abu Dhabi as well.

The complexes in the community offer several outdoor and indoor activities. Residents can make the most of their time in the billiards room and game room while the younger ones can have some fun time in the dedicated play areas.

The landscaped gardens and paved walkways provide ample space for strolling, jogging and cycling while the gymnasium is equipped with state-of-the-art machinery and exercise gear. Basketball and other sports courts are also available in the complexes.

While the gated complexes have their own parks and compounds, the community itself does not have any public parks. Those interested can drive a few minutes and refresh themselves in the parks near Bida Bin Ammar, such as:

• Tawam Community Park
• Al Towayya Park
• Al Basra Park
• Al Jahili Park
• Al Wadi Park

Tawam Community Park is the closest option at a drive of five minutes. The rest of the parks in Al Ain are reachable within a 12-minute drive.

Spas and salons in the community include:

• Super Oasis Gents Spa & Saloon
• Amber Spa & Beauty Lounge
• Blue Moon Hairdressing Saloon
• Ninos Spa
• Premium Scissor Salon

Elixir Slimming Centre in Bida Bin Ammar offers some fitness programmes and activities in addition to a spa and salon. Individuals can choose from Zumba, Aerobics and swimming classes as well as different beauty treatments. This wide range of facilities makes Elixir Fitness Centre one of the best ladies’ gyms in Al Ain.

The gated complexes organise activities and events for their residents from time to time. For other public events, those interested can remain updated with the upcoming events in the nearby malls and hotels as well as the Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club.

Bida Bin Ammar Al Ain offers you tons of residential options. You can dine in the restaurants in the community and commute to other areas of Al Ain with ease. However, the area does not have studio apartments. This needs to be considered before planning a move to Bida Bin Ammar.

Bida Bin Ammar location is a part of Asharej in Al Ain set in the heart of the emirate.

Bida Bin Ammar Asharej Al Ain offers villas and apartments in different layouts.

• United Arab Emirates University is accessible at an 8-minute drive
• 16-minute drive to Al Ain International Airport
• Al Ain Zoo is 22 minutes away
• Abu Dhabi city is reachable at 1 hour and 20 minutes
• Dubai is located at a drive of 1 hour and 15 minutes