Hor Al Anz, Deira

Hor Al Anz is a sub-community within the greater district of Deira Dubai. Surrounding its border are four main roads, Abu Baker Al Siddique Road D82, Al Ittihad Road E11, Al Rasheed Road D82 and Baghdad Street D95.The neighbourhood is further divided into the main Hor Al Anz (closer to Dubai Hospital) and Hor Al Anz East (more towards the E11 route leading to the emirate of Sharjah). Here, you will mainly find a wide range of apartments for rent.

This sub-community is also home to some prominent national organizations, such as the head office of the Al Ghurair Group. One interesting fact about the name ‘Hor Al Anz’ is that the community was named after a horse of His Highness Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum (the former ruler of Dubai), called Al Anz.

• Build in the early 1970s for Emirati families
• One of the oldest sub-communities in Deira
• Features rental villas and apartments
• Home to many shops, supermarkets and restaurants
• Surrounded by four main roads, making it well connected with the rest of Dubai
• In proximity to Hor Al Anz Park, Deira Post Office and Ramada Continental Hotel

This neighbourhood is home to residents from various nationalities such as Filipinos, Arabs, Indians, Pakistanis, Nigerians and people from other Sub-Saharan countries. It is mostly populated by Pakistani and Bangladeshi expats who find the place attractive with lower rents and all facilities within reach. Most of the apartment buildings are in the low-rise category.

Popular points of interest include:

• Grocery stores and shops at a walking distance
• A diverse group of residents
• One of the best places to live for single professionals
• An affordable option for those who wish to rent

Hor Al Anz is predominantly a place for working professionals. You will rarely find any family here. Residents are able to find nearly everything within a walking distance as the neighbourhood has plenty of retail shops and service centres. Many locals and expats also move here due to affordable rentals for shops and offices.

Living in Deira offers a bustling neighbourhood that has an old school vibe. Being one of the oldest communities in Dubai, Hor Al Anz is also one of the top areas for renting in Deira. Popular for both residential and commercial properties, Hor Al Anz Deira, Dubai is densely populated. Residents can benefit from the amenities dotted throughout the area such as supermarkets and mosques.

Residential apartments in Hor Al Anz have central air conditioning, built-in wardrobe and covered car parking. The flats feature simple designs providing a comfortable living experience. One can get an apartment covering an area of 400 sq. ft. approximately, and also find bigger 11,000 sq. ft. units on rent. The area houses a diverse mix of options, suitable for a wide variety of budgets.

Villas for rent in Hor Al Anz come in 3, 4 and 5-bedroom configurations. A 3-bed villa is a 1,750 sq. ft. duplex unit. It is composed of 2 master suites and 2 guest rooms, 3 bathrooms, storeroom, laundry room, hall, well-equipped kitchen and reserved parking space. Mostly, the villas in the area are quite old ever since the community developed in early 1970s. So, these properties add to the traditional vibe of the area.

A 4-bed villa is a 3,500 sq. ft. unit featuring ground and two floors. On the ground floor, there is a hallway leading to an open plan living room, a fitted kitchen, dining space and cloakroom. On the first floor, you will find a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and built-in wardrobe, 2 bedrooms with wardrobes, a sharing bathroom and a maid’s room with a maid’s bathroom. There is another bedroom with en-suite bathroom and wardrobes on the second floor. Outside the villa, there is space for 1 car parking and shared swimming pool.

A 5-bed villa is a 4,500 sq. ft. unit featuring ground and two floors. A cloakroom, a living area, maid’s room with a maid’s bathroom and a kitchen is present on the ground floor. There are 3 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms on the first and second floors. Covered car parking area for 1 vehicle is present outside the villa.

On the commercial side, there are few shops and offices for rent in Hor Al Anz covering an area from 220 sq. ft. to 1,250 sq. ft. A few shops for rent in Hor Al Anz East covering the retail size of 450 sq. ft. are most favoured for affordable rental prices. These properties have a separate toilet, external signage board and ample parking space right opposite.

Let’s look at the price trends for residential properties in Hor Al Anz, Deira.

If you take a quick stroll down the road, you will mostly find low-rise apartment buildings. Most of these are concentrated in Hor Al Anz East, probably the reason why it has the most user-generated views on our website. Those interested in renting apartments can choose from a wide range of flats in Hor Al Anz East coming in studios to 3-bedroom configurations. A typical residential unit may cost as low as AED 23k, per annum. Located within Hor Al Anz East, Dar Al Aman Building also deserves a mention here. The project features residential apartments from studios to 2 BHK units offered for rent. It is a 10-minute walk from Al Qiyadah Metro Station.

Apart from residential and commercial properties, there are few accommodation options for tourists and leisure travellers. These are some hotels in Hor Al Anz you can consider on your next trip:

• Gulf Star Hotel
• Telal Hotel Apartments
• Al Manar Hotel Apartment

Gulf Star is a budget-friendly hotel offering an ideal mix of convenience and comfort. The hotel offers family rooms and non-smoking rooms. All rooms are air-conditioned and offer room service. Hotel amenities include Wi-Fi, concierge, salon, meeting rooms, restaurants, car hire, fax/ photocopying services and baggage storage. Besides, you will find serviced apartment buildings in Hor Al Anz East such as Telal Hotel Apartments and Al Manar Hotel Apartments. The community is also home to Studio M Arabian Plaza, a 3-star hotel in proximity to Al Qiyadah Metro Station. A little further from there, there is a 4-star hotel, Abjad Grand Hotel.

You will also find many options nearby within Deira since it is a bustling and oldest neighbourhood. Grand Excelsior Hotel Deira is ideally located close to Dubai International Airport. The hotel offers 229 rooms, 4 meeting rooms and 8 restaurants. There is also a ballroom with 500 guests’ capacity. Amenities here include a well-equipped gymnasium, sauna, steam rooms, rooftop pool, massage rooms, meetings & events, babysitting services and travel desk. This hotel facility is accessible at a 6-minute drive.

Moreover, Tara Hotel Apartments has 12 studio apartments and 27 units of 1-bedroom apartments. The hotel offers fully furnished apartments with separate dining areas and kitchen facilities. Amenities include Satellite TV, Room service, safe deposit box, Express laundry services, wake-up calls, currency exchange facilities and car rental services. This hotel is also accessible within 5 to 6 minutes by car.

Villa residents will have a dedicated parking garage where they can safely park their vehicles. Those in apartment blocks may face some issues finding parking spaces in Hor Al Anz as most residential buildings are older and don’t have dedicated parking areas. They can, however, park on the side streets.

When it comes to public transportation in Hor Al Anz, there are at least three bus stops located at a walking distance. The nearest option, Hor Al Anz Civil Defence station, can be reached in 5 minutes on foot. Just a little further away, at a distance of 7 minutes, is Hor Al Anz Street bus station. While the Hor Al Anz, Turnoff 1 bus stop is the furthest option located at a 9-minute walk from the residential areas.

Hor Al Anz is in proximity to three metro stations on the Green Line. Those coming from Hor Al Anz East can access Al Qiyadah Metro Station while Abu Hail Station near Abu Hail Centre is also conveniently accessible. Residents in the main Hor Al Anz area can catch a metro link from Abu Baker Al Siddique Station within 5 minutes. Bus 13, 13A, 43 and X28 also shuttle from here. The proximity to Abu Baker Al Siddique Station makes one of the popular areas near Dubai Metro Stations most working professionals prefer for renting apartments.

There are many grocery stores and supermarkets in Hor Al Anz. You will find a grocery vendor at every nook within the area. A few options for a full-fledged super mart include:

• Talal Supermarket
• Al Manama Supermarket
• Hadeer Supermarket

Some of the best supermarkets in Dubai such as West Zone Supermarket – Deira and an outlet of Carrefour is located in the Century Mall. Both supermarkets can be reached within 7 to 8 minutes. LuLu Center is also a 7-minute drive away.

There are several mosques in Hor Al Anz. Aisha Mosque is located on 26th Street, Masjid Salaf Al Salih on 34B Street and Masjid Lootah on 14C Street. The largest mosque in the sub-community is the Grand Mosque, located on 42A Street.

There are quite a few churches near Hor Al Anz. Winners Chapel International Dubai is located at a distance of 12 minutes. While other options in the community of Oud Metha are accessible by car in around 15 minutes, depending on traffic on the road. A few notable options you can visit there include:

• The Dubai City Church
• St. Mary’s Catholic Church
• St. Stephen’s Chapel

Hindu temples near Hor Al Anz can be reached in under 20 minutes. In fact, most temples in Dubai are concentrated in the community of Al Fahidi, around 19 to 20 minutes from here. Some noteworthy temples in Bur Dubai you can access would be Shiva Temple, Shiridi Sai Baba Mandir, ShrinathJi Temple and Shree Krishna Haveli.

For toddlers and young students, a few nurseries in proximity include:

• Tiny Tots Nursery
• The Primary Nursery
• DCS Little Kingdom Nursery

Tiny Tots Nursery has been operating for over 30 years. Their aim is to help kids develop socially, emotionally, physically and mentally through stimulating and fun-filled activities.

Other schools near Hor Al Anz that provide quality education include:

• Al Ahmadiyya School
• Omar Bin Al Khattab Model School
• Little Flower English School

Residents will find a large variety of highly reputable schools in Hor Al Anz. Al Ahmadiyya School is just 6 minutes away and located on 23C Street – Dubai. Omar Bin Al Khattab Model School (located on 39 Street) is another great option and it can be easily reached in 8 minutes. Little Flower English School is one of the best schools in Deira. It is an excellent option for parents looking for affordable schools in Dubai. The institute caters to KG and primary-level students and follows the CBSE curriculum.

Residents can access these medical facilities nearby:

• NMC Medical Centre Deira
• Dubai Hospital
• Canadian Specialists Hospital

Some of the renowned hospitals in Deira such as NMC Medical Centre and Canadian Specialists Hospital are nearest options. Both are accessible within 7 to 9-minutes. Dubai Hospital is one of the oldest hospitals in the area and located only 8 minutes away. This is a government hospital that offers medical treatment at subsidized costs and can be a great option for those who don’t have health insurance.

• Muteena 
• Al Khabisi
• Abu Hail

To the east, lies the extension known as Hor Al Anz East. This sub-community has a park. It is also home to Dubai Municipality office and there are several branches of banks here too. To the west, residents will find Muteena, which is known for having several hotels such as Grand Excelsior Hotel Deira, Crowne Plaza and AVANI Hotel. To its south, there is Al Khabisi, which borders Dubai International Airport. While to the north lies Abu Hail, home to Dubai’s Women’s Association.

There are many retail centres within and nearby. Residents can easily access Al Hamriya Shopping Centre and the only Friday Market in Dubai at a short distance from the community. Also, there are some other malls near Hor Al Anz, a short drive away such as:

• Reef Mall
• City Centre Deira
• Al Ghurair Centre

Some of the best malls in Deira Dubai such as Reef Mall, City Centre Deira and Al Ghurair Centre are located in the vicinity. Reef Mall is one of Dubai’s top-rated malls near the area accessible 10 minutes heading west on Salahuddin Road, next To Salahuddin Metro Station. It includes brand outlets, kids play area and an adequate selection of restaurants and cafés.

Moreover, the popular Deira City Center is located at a 14-minute drive. This mall offers a complete shopping, dining and entertainment experiece. Al Ghurair Centre is a much smaller mall and can be reached in around 13 minutes. Some of the popular things to do at Al Ghurair Centre include shopping, dining and watching movies at Reel Cinema.

The community is loaded with options for eating out. You will find a range of cafes, restaurants and casual eateries and takeaway centres at every nook and corner. Here’s a list of some restaurants in Hor Al Anz, opened nearly 24/7.

• Red Bawarchi Restaurant
• Calicut Notebook Restaurant
• Al Khaleej al Maroof Restaurant & Cafeteria

Restaurants near Hor Al Anz specialise in serving Indian or Arabic food. Red Bawarchi Restaurant serves traditional Indian food such as Biryani, Daal, Pulao, etc. It is most frequented by the local Indian and Pakistani community. Calicut Notebook Restaurant is one of the best Kerala restaurants in Dubai if you prefer Indian fine dining. It specialises in serving traditional and fusion Indian food in an upscale atmosphere. Menu items include Chicken Makhani, Chicken Tikka, Beef Boti, Chicken Boti etc. Al Khaleej Al Maroof Restaurant & Cafeteria specialises in South India cuisines.

Besides, cafés and restaurants in Deira City Centre Shopping Mall include:

• Chili’s
• Denny’s
• Pulp Juice Bar
• Costa Coffee

Both Chilly’s and Denny’s are American casual dining restaurants. They offer a selection of gourmet burgers, steaks and various BBQ items. Pulp Juice is a famous juice bar and specialises in healthy drinks. Costa Coffee is one of the most popular destinations in the mall and a must-visit for coffee lovers.

There are also a few bars and pubs in this area. Spiritz bar (located inside Movenpick hotel) is just 8 minutes. Harry’s Bar fits into the sports bar category and is located 8 minutes away.

There are two beaches near Hor Al Anz that offer a lot of amenities. Al Mamzar Beach Park is 16 minutes away. Some of the fun things to do at Al Mamzar Beach Park include having fun at beach with gazebos and benches available for picnics. One can also bring their jet ski and enjoy various water sports. Apart from that, this beach is perfect for swimming and is relatively less crowded compared to other public beaches.

Another popular beach is Jumeirah Beach, around a 27-minute long drive. This beach is popular among tourists and is considered one of the busiest beaches in Dubai. Amenities around here include dedicated BBQ stations, children’s park and an outdoor play area.

Nearby places of interest and entertainment include:

• Wonderland Amusement Park
• IMG Worlds of Adventure
• Stargate

Wonderland Amusement Park is located at a 14-minute drive and is famous for its white knuckle rides and water slides. Stargate theme park is situated right on Sheikh Zayed Road. It has a few basic rides and is great for casual fun. One of the most exciting and popular theme parks in Dubai is the IMG Worlds of Adventure. It is also the furthest away at a distance of 35 minutes. This is a very large indoor park with several rides and eateries.

Outdoor activities and fitness centres are also a plenty, some popular options are:

• Gold’s Gym – Al Hamriya
• Ultra Power Gym
• Abu Hail Park

One can also visit community parks such as Abu Hail Park which has a large outdoor football court. It also includes a basketball court and a tennis court. This park is popular with teenagers and kids who love to play sports.

For residents who want to stay fit, and are looking for gyms near Hor Al Anz, there is the Gold’s Gym – Al Hamriya. This gym is just 8 minutes away and has all the latest equipment, as well as expert staff that can help you achieve your fitness goals. It is one of the best gyms in Deira. Much closer is Ultra Power Gym. It is a medium-sized gym located just 4 minutes away.

Salons and Spas nearby include:

• Tiffany beauty salon
• Ajmal Hairdressing Equipments & Cosmetics
• Thai Elite Spa & Rehabilitation Center, Abu Hail

Tiffany beauty salon is located at a distance of 8 minutes. They offer services such as wedding makeup, party makeup, pedicure and manicures, haircuts just to name a few. Ajmal Hairdressing Equipment & Cosmetics (6 minutes away) offers similar services. Thai Elite Spa & Rehabilitation Center – Abu Hail (located 9 minutes away) offers the ultimate pampering experience.

Hor Al Anz is part of Deira, which is considered part of old Dubai. Most of the community events take place in Deira City Centre Mall. Residents are encouraged to visit the mall and find out about upcoming events.

There are no social communities for Hor Al Anz as this is a mixed-use community and is part of old Dubai. This means that there is no specific developer for properties in this area.

This is a well-established sub-community within Deira. Residents are likely to find everything they need within walking distance. One downside is the lack of parking spaces. If you seek the convenience of public transport and want all the amenities to be near you, then this is certainly one of the best places to live. There may not be many schools within the area but a lot of options are only a short distance away. Also, it is home to Hor Al Anz Library, one of the public libraries in Dubai.

• Dubai International Airport is just 13 minutes south
• Downtown Dubai is 20 minutes away via D78
• Jebel Ali is 43 minutes away via Sheikh Zayed Road/E11