Halwan Suburb

Halwan Suburb is a cluster of seven suburbs grouped together in central Sharjah. The areas include Al Yarmook, Al Fayha, Al Ramla East, Al Ghubaiba, Dasman, Samnan and Al Abar. Each area is unique, for example, Al Yarmook is home to churches. Al Ghubaiba is a villa only vicinity and Al Abar is known for its heritage as it is also home to two museums and a library.

The residents of Halwan Suburb have access to many schools, churches, other amenities and attractions.

• A group of seven different areas
• Home to Sharjah Archaeological Museum, Sharjah Indian School and Sharjah Library
• Apartments, villas and commercial properties have all the amenities

Halwan Suburb is a combination of different suburbs with a culturally diverse population. Overall, it provides a perfect lifestyle for its residents who have health, education, shopping and leisure options close by. It is well connected to other areas of Sharjah due to its ideal location. So people living in the area have all the facilities and options offered by neighbouring areas at their disposal. Overall, Halwan Suburb is an area that is well suited for every individual to reside or work in.

Halwan Suburb has a wide variety of residential properties for both rental and investment purposes. Residential properties for rent in Halwan Suburb include apartments and villas, with Al Yarmook being the most popular area for apartments. Al Ghubaiba, Al Fayha and Samnan are preferred for villas.

Properties for sale in Halwan Suburb features some residential plots spanning over an area of 12,471 sq. ft. These residential plots for sale are located in Al Abar area behind Sharjah Library near the schools and easy access to the airport road. The price of these plots is AED 1.6M per annum.

Besides residential properties, there is Aryana Hotel Sharjah located in Al Abar. It is a 4-star facility featuring splendid views of Mamzar Lagoon. It has elegant and spacious rooms with free wired internet. The guest rooms option includes standard twin room, deluxe room with Al Qasba view and business executive room with sea view. The guest rooms have luxury bedding with large windows and black-out curtains. Each room has a work desk and a well-stocked minibar. Accommodation options include 1 and 2-bedroom suites.

Guests can enjoy a dip at an indoor swimming pool with city views. The hotel provides a buffet breakfast and can organise room service. The restaurant at the hotel serves international cuisine and local specialities. Guests can stay fit at the fitness centre with free weights or can unwind under an umbrella near the pool.

You can get assistance from the staff at the 24-hour front desk with car hire and provide information on local attractions. The Aryana Hotel is a 13-minute drive from Qanat Al Qasba and is an 11-minute drive from Sharjah City Centre. The airport shuttle service is available on request and offers free on-site private parking.

There are enough parking spaces in Halwan Suburb to cater to the needs of its residents and visitors. The residential towers, commercial complexes and villas, all have dedicated parking spaces for property owners/tenants. The parks, hospitals, shopping centres, churches and mosques also have vast parking lots. There are multiple paid parking lots close to Halwan Suburb which can also be utilised when needed.

Transportation in Halwan Suburb is excellent. The network of roads and streets makes travelling within the area easy for those having their own vehicles. Many roads lead out of the area, so going to other areas is also fairly easy. People relying on public transport can use taxis and buses. Multiple bus routes service the Halwan Suburb and taxis are also easy to hire.

Residents in Halwan Suburb have access to all the facilities including healthcare, shopping, education options and places of worship.

One can find many supermarkets in Halwan Suburb. Al Yarmook has Jesco Supermarket, Nesto supermarket and Reshma Supermarket. Al Fayha has Sharjah Co-Operative Society and Al Ramla West has Yuaan supermarket.

Supermarkets in Al Ghubaiba are Al Areeka Supermarket, Al Madina Hypermarket and Al Khaleej Mini Supermarket, whereas in Dasman there is Dream Land Supermarket. Supermarkets in Al Abar are Sharjah Co-Op Society and Al Suez Supermarket. Samnan doesn’t have any supermarkets currently but the ones in Al Abar and Al Ghubaiba are a short walk or drive away.

There are plenty of mosques in Halwan Suburb including Abu Mas’uod Al Ansari Mosque in Al Yarmook, Al Sahaba Mosque in Samnan and Omair Ibn Alhamam Mosque in Al Ghubaiba. Muslim residents will find at least two mosques per neighbourhood.

The Al Yarmook area is home to more than a dozen churches which are easily accessible from the rest of the suburb. These churches include the Russian Orthodox Church, St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church and St. Martin’s Anglican Church. Gh

The nearest temple is located in Dubai near the Dubai Museum, roughly 35 minutes away. You will find the Shiva and Krishna temples here, as well as the Sikh Gurudwara and the Sindhi Gurdarbar.

There are several nurseries and schools in Halwan Suburb. Residents of every locality in the suburb have plenty of good options for the education of their children. Popular schools in Al Yarmook include Radiant School and Progressive English School. The Al Fayha area also has many educational options including Milano Nursery, Kids Paradise Nursery and Emirates English Nursery.

Schools and nurseries in Al Ramla West include Al Amana Private School and Bumble Bee Nursery. The Al Ghubaiba area is home to the reputable Sharjah Indian School, Al Noor International School and Al Khan Nursery along with others. Dasman has the New Filipino Private School. Important schools in Samnan and Al Abar are Dolphin Nursery and Al Kamal American International School, respectively.

Like the rest of the city, there are quality hospitals in Halwan Suburb. Residents have quick access to healthcare centres located within the area and also outside it. Some major hospitals and clinics located in the suburb are Burjeel Speciality Hospital, Cosmo Health Medical Center and NMC Sunny Halwan Speciality Medical Centre along with others.

Some highly rated hospitals and clinics such as NMC Medical Centre, Thumbay Clinic and Al Qasimia Hospital are found in the neighbouring areas of Al Shahbah and Al Khezamia. They can be reached in under 10 minutes.

The seven areas that make up the Halwan Suburb share common boundaries. Other areas that are directly connected to Halwan Suburb are Al Maysaloon, Al Manakh and Al Mahatah in the west. Bu Daniq, Industrial Area 4 and Sharjah Cricket Stadium are found in the south.

Al Shahba and Al Khezamia border Halwan Suburb from the east, while Al Falaj, Al Ramla East and Al Mansoura make up the northern borders. The neighbouring areas of Halwan Suburb include popular commercial and residential areas of Sharjah.

Residents of Halwan Suburb have many facilities related to entertainment and leisure. The malls, restaurants, parks and other places of leisure ensure that residents never run out of options.

There are a good number of malls in Halwan Suburb. Oasis Mall Sharjah in Al Ghubaiba is a 3-storey shopping mall. It has a wide range of shopping, dining and entertainment options for its visitors. Residents of Halwan Suburb can visit the small centres and markets in the area for small shopping hauls. Otherwise, the many malls near Halwan Suburb can easily be reached in 10 to 15 minutes.

Mega Mall in Bu Daniq is a 4-storey shopping mall with lots of shopping options, a food court and a multiscreen cinema. Mega Mall is located just 7 minutes away. City Centre Sharjah, which is the most popular and highest rated shopping mall in the city is also located at a distance of just 7 minutes. City Centre Sharjah offers a wide range of perks to the visitors including over 120 international brands, food outlets, a Magic Planet entertainment centre and a VOX Cinemas.

The suburb has a wide range of eateries and restaurants. From small cafes to high-class restaurants, with local food to international cuisine, the options of dining are boundless. Some popular restaurants in Halwan Suburb include Peking Chinese Restaurant which offers Chinese cuisine and Octopus Restaurant, which is known for its seafood menu. Karachi Darbar, another popular restaurant in the area provides multiple cuisines, with South Asian cuisine being its speciality. Chocolala, located in Samnan, offers a wide variety of chocolates of different flavours, shapes and tastes.

Al Khan Beach, Lou Lou Beach and Sharjah Beach are located at a 10-minute distance from Halwan Suburb. The activities one can enjoy on these beaches include volleyball, jet skiing and banana boat rides. There are plenty of eateries around all these beaches and the facilities include lifeguards, changing rooms and shower rooms.

The places to visit within Halwan Suburb are Sharjah Science Museum and Sharjah Archaeological Museum, both are located in Al Abar area. Cultural Square, also known as Quran Roundabout is located at the junction of Al Abar and Dasman. On each side of the roundabout, you will find a landmark. The Department of eGovernment (DeG), Sharjah Library, Cultural Palace and Sharjah Ruler’s Office surround Cultural Square.

One of the most popular leisure destinations in Sharjah is Al Majaz Waterfront, located about 13 minutes away. There are many waterfront restaurants, leisure activities and events held in the area. Sharjah Cricket Stadium is a 7-minute drive away, it is just south of the Samnan district.

Every area within Halwan Suburb has outdoor activity. The parks include Samnan Park, Dasman Park, Al Ghubaiba Park and Al Fayha Park. The Sharjah Wanderers Sports Club in Samnan offers several activities including rugby, football, golf, tennis, swimming and diving.

Gyms in the area include Al Adhalat Gym, Body & Soul Ladies Health Club and Al Mubashir Body Fitness Gym. Salons and spas nearby include Grand Flora Spa and Ladies Salon, Younan Beauty Centre and Saga Spa for Men.

There aren’t many public or community events in Halwan Suburb. The Al Boom Tourist Village is a place where people can organise events or parties. People residing in Halwan Suburb can always travel to events in other parts of Sharjah. Al Majaz Waterfront hosts many events every year including Sharjah Light Festival and Sharjah Food Festival.

Halwan Suburb is a collection of seven areas grouped together with each area having a different feel and environment. It is centrally located, with all the important areas within the city easily reachable for its residents. Halwan Suburb has areas that are specifically suited for apartments, and some areas that are suited towards villas. The suburb attracts people having different priorities in terms of residence.

• Many schools and churches are located in Al Yarmook
• Sharjah Science Museum and Sharjah Archeological Museum are located in Dasman
• 7 minutes away from Sharjah Cricket Stadium
• 15 minutes away from Sharjah International Airport