Mazyad, Al Ain

Mazyad (also known as Mezyad) is a commercial district in Al Ain close to the UAE-Oman border. It is home to the historical Mazyad Fort built in the 19th century. Zayed Bin Sultan Street runs along the community and connects it to key areas of the city.

• A commercial area in Al Ain
• Home to Mazyad Fort
• Close to the UAE-Oman border
• Malaqit Street lies in proximity to the area

Mazyad is a bustling district in Al Ain featuring grocery stores, mosques, leisure spot and commercial properties. Although it is located a bit far from the central city, excellent road connectivity makes the daily commute hassle-free.

Properties in Mazyad include warehouses, mixed-use land plots and labour camps. Warehouses in Mazyad spread across 3, 230 sq. ft. to 13, 993 sq. ft. Most warehouses are equipped with utility services, sewerage facilities, lighting systems and firefighting equipment. These warehouses are used for storing medical supplies, fabric, paper, plastic products and general items. The mixed-use land in the commercial district covers an area of 21,093 sq. ft. while the labour camps have covered areas ranging from 216 sq. ft. to 15,000 sq. ft.

The commercial properties for rent in Mazyad is available in the following price range:

• The annual rent for a warehouse in Mazyad is AED 60k
• The asking rate for labour camps for rent in Mazyad ranges from AED 15k to AED 250k

The rental rates of properties in the commercial district largely depend on the covered area and the facilities offered.

The price range of commercial properties for sale in Mazyad is a follows:

•  Investors can buy mixed-use land for AED 1.2M

Buying a property in a commercial area can offer valuable returns to buyers.

There is no shortage of parking spaces in Mazyad, Al Ain as each property has a dedicated parking facility. Most commercial properties offer parking spaces for private cars and heavy vehicles.

Private car owners can commute using Zayed Bin Sultan Street running along the western border of the district. It connects the commercial area with Truck Road (E40) which takes you to the key areas of the emirate.

Those looking for public transportation in Mezyad can rely on taxi service. People can hail a cab using online car services such as Careem and Uber.

There are several local grocery stores and supermarkets in Mazyad offering a wide range of daily items. These include Al Sadaqa Grocery, Al Musafir Grocery and Baqala Jebel Ali. The community also has a branch of Al Ain Co-operative Society near Zayed Bin Sultan Street. The supermarket offers fresh fruits and vegetables, household items and other essentials.

Mosques in Mezyad are dotted around the area. Saaed Ali Hammad Al Nuaimi Masjid, Ismail Mosque and Mezyad Masjid are the most prominent ones.

One can drive for around half an hour to visit the Bin Hamoodah Mosque, one of the prominent architectural attractions in the city.

Al Ain Zion Church of God and St. Mary’s Catholic Church Al Ain are a 25-minute drive away.

The commercial area has a few educational institutes situated close to Zayed Bin Sultan Street. These include Al Rayaheen Kindergarten, Al Thabat Primary School, Al Hosoon School and Mezyad School. Another reputable school in Mazyad is Oasis International School LLC. It is a co-education school offering the Indian curriculum for Kindergarten to Grade 12 students. The school has a science laboratory, library and auditorium to promote co-curricular activities among children.

Those looking for higher education institutes can find some of the best universities in Al Ain at a half an hour drive. These include the United Arab Emirates University and Abu Dhabi University Al Ain Campus.

People can find healthcare facilities in the neighbouring areas of the commercial district. Mazyad Healthcare Centre, Tajmeel Cosmo Clinic and Extreme Dental Centre are worth mentioning.

Burjeel Medical Centre near Mazyad is another premium medical clinic providing services related to family medicine, ophthalmology, obstetrics and gynaecology, cardiology and dermatology. It will take a 12-minute drive to reach the medical centre.

Mezyad is located close to the UAE-Oman border. It is bounded by Al Dhahir and Um Ghafah from the north while Jebel Hafeet area lies towards the west of Mazyad. Other nearby areas include Al Sarouj and Al Jaheli.

Barari Outlet Mall near Mazyad, Al Ain is one of the best malls in Al Ain featuring a wide range of retail outlets, dining options and entertainment facilities. Some of the popular stores in the mall are Rivoli, Skechers, Navaras Jewellery, Nafla Perfumes and Sun & Sand Sports. The shopping mall also has an outlet of Lulu Hypermarket, an indoor play area for children, a bowling centre and a cinema where visitors can watch their favourite movies. It is located at a 7-minute drive near Zayed Bin Sultan Street.

Other shopping malls near the commercial area include Bawadi Mall and Al Jimi Mall.

People can find numerous local eateries, cafeterias and casual dining restaurants in Mazyad. These include Al Anwar Restaurant, Royal Hut Cafeteria, New Al Shuaa Restaurant and Silver Dot Cafeteria. The nearest shopping mall, Barari Outlet Mall also has several dining options such as Papa John’s, Pizza Hut, Le Guest Café and Flevoland Fast Food.

Since the coastline of the emirate is located far away from the district, one must prepare for a long drive to visit beaches near Mazyad, Al Ain. These include Al Raha Beach and Yas Beach which could take around a 2-hour drive to reach.

Mazyad Fort is a notable landmark located close to the Jebel Hafeet Tombs. It was built in the 19th century for use as a border post and a police station. The fort was also garrisoned by Trucial Oman Scouts in the 1950s. The layout and size of Mezyad Fort are quite similar to Al Jahili Fort, which is one of the popular places in Abu Dhabi to visit for free. It is located on Sultan Bin Zayed Al Awwal Street. Mezyad Fort has 44 rooms and a courtyard used as a border post. The fort was restored in the 1980s and the courtyard was transformed into a date plantation area.

Other leisure spots near the community are Jebel Hafeet Desert Park and Wadi Adventure Al Ain. Jebel Hafeet Desert Park is a popular spot for adventure seekers in Al Ain. It has camping services along with hiking, biking and horse riding facilities for those interested in exploring the desert.

The family-friendly adventure park, Wadi Adventure features a climbing wall, aerial activities, white water rafting, kayaking and other water sports activities.

Al Ain Sports Club Mezyad Branch is a premium recreational facility in the area. Spread across 416,423 sq. ft., it features football training playgrounds and two indoor sports studios.

Those looking for fitness centres with modern exercise equipment can head to Al Easar Al Enawy Fitness in Mezyad, Al Ain. The specialised gym instructors will design an intense workout session on your request with the assistance from the nutrition counsellor. The gym also has a shower facility and steam room.

There are several barber shops and ladies salons in Al Ain Mazyad offering beauty care treatments in an affordable price range. These include Reflection Spa and Top Seven Salon.

Barari Outlet Mall and Al Ain Camel Racecourse host different cultural festivals and sporting events all-year-round. Both leisure spots are located within a 10-minute drive from the community.

Mazyad is suitable for professionals as it is mainly a commercial district. Families can look for residential options in neighbouring areas such as Al Dhahir and Al Mutawah.

• Al Ain International Airport is a 36-minute drive away
• Close to the UAE-Oman border
• Al Muwaiji is located a 28-minute drive
• A half an hour drive to Al Ain Mall