Zakher, Al Ain

Zakhir, also known as Zakher is a villa community in Al Ain. The area is categorised into two sub-districts. The residential neighbourhood has various amenities such as supermarkets, shopping malls, schools, restaurants and mosques. The other part of Zakhir is not fully developed yet and is home to the Zakher Lake.

• Villa community in Al Ain
• Surrounded by various residential communities
• Offers spacious villas in 3 to 8-bedroom configurations 
• Home to Zakher Lake

The residential neighbourhood features spacious villas with convenient access to numerous essential amenities. Residents can find supermarkets, grocery, schools, shopping malls and mosques in the vicinity. Zakher also features outdoor spaces and parks where residents can unwind.

Villas in Zakhir Al Ain come in 3 to 8+-bedroom configurations. Each unit features master bedrooms, built-in wardrobes, en-suite bathrooms, a spacious hall, a majlis, a well-equipped kitchen with cabinets, a living room, a dining room, a maid’s room with bathroom, a laundry area, a storeroom, a driver’s room, a huge front yard, a backyard, a private entrance and shaded car parking.

Apartments in Zakhir Al Ain feature 1 and 2-bedroom units. These units have master bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, a built-in wardrobe, a kitchen, a living room, a dining area and covered parking spaces.

There are covered car parking spaces in Zakher for residents. Visitors can find street parking spaces near the villas.

The area is well connected by Ni’mah Road (E40). Those looking for public transportation near Zakher Al Ain can find few bus stops at a short drive. Ni’mah Street / Al-Qasayed Street bus stop and Nimah Street / Mosque bus stop are just 6-minute drive.

Dubai is located at a 150 km distance from Al Ain. Therefore, commuting by bus or private car from Dubai to Al Ain is not an issue. Residents of Dubai can board the Dubai to Al Ain bus E201 from the Al Ghubaiba Bus Station.

Lowaihi Grocery, Al Eman Grocery, Grocery Al Tasabuq, Al Marfa Super Market, Bareket Al Ain Grocery and Al Ain Co-op Society – Zakher Branch are located within the community.

LuLu hypermarkets in UAE has branches in Al Ain. One is located at Tawam Street, Zakhir.

Residents can find St. Mary’s Catholic Church Al Ain roughly at a 16-minute drive away. They can also find more churches near Zakher located in Al Mutaw’ah. These include Al Ain Pentecostal Fellowship and Al Ain Evangelical Congregation.

Mosques in Zaker, Al Ain include Muhammed Obaid Al Sayyed Masjid, Masjid Muthaqeen, Al Kaili Mosque and Mohammed Saeed Salem Darbash Al Ameri Masjid.

Gurudwara Nanaksar Al Ain is the only Sikh temple located at a 23-minute driving distance.

A branch of Edu Fun Nursery is located in Al Zakher, Al Ain. This pre school caters to children aged 45 days to 4 years. It follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

Headstart Nursery follows the EYFS curriculum. This nursery has an interactive play-based learning method that allows children to explore, imagine and strive for answers while interacting with other children. It is located at Street no. 130, Zayed Al Awwal Street, Al Ain.

Al Dana Nursery Al Ain follows the American and Arabic curriculums. It is located at Villa no. 2, Al Towayya, Al Ain. Both Headstart Nursery and Al Dana Nursery are among the top nurseries in Al Ain.

Schools near Zakhir Al Ain include Ahmed Bin Zayed School, Tahnoon Bin Mohammed School and Brighton College Al Ain. These are around a 5 to 10-minute drive away from the neighbourhood.

For professional education, residents can find the UAE University Campus and Abu Dhabi University, roughly at an 11 to 12-minute drive by car. These universities provide degree programs in various disciplines.

Zakher Healthcare Center and Al Sultan Advanced Poly Clinic are at a 4 to 10-minute driving distance. Those looking for dental and skincare treatment can find Lumiere Skin Clinic LLC and French Dental & Aesthetic Center L.L.C – Alain Branch in Makani Mall, roughly at an 11-minute drive.

Mediclinic Zakher is part of a private hospital group, Mediclinic International. This hospital provides a wide range of premium medical services to the Al Ain Zakher community.  Some prominent medical services covered by the hospital include Dentistry, Dermatology, Paediatrics, Ear, Nose & Throat, Family Medicine, Cosmetic Services and Obstetrics and Gynaecology. You can also request an online appointment via the hospital’s website.

Amana Healthcare is the Middle East’s leading inpatient rehabilitation and long-term healthcare provider. With bright rooms based on traditional Arabic interior designs, Amana Healthcare Al Ain was designed for patients and their families under the care of some of the world’s most professional physicians. New mothers can consult the hospital to recover from post-traumatic stress disorder.

These are best hospitals in Al Ain at a 10-minute drive away.

Al Rawdah Al Sharqiyah, Ni’mah, Shiab Al Ashkhar, Industrial City, Al Qisees and Ain Al Faydah are the neighbouring communities.

Makani Zakher is the shopping destination in the area. You can find several local and international brands, retail options and dining options.

Those willing to go out for lunch or dinner can find plenty of restaurants in Zakher, Al Ain. These include First Clique, Golden Chicken, Hot N Cool Cafeteria Al Qaraiyya Zakhir and Shabab Qareyya Restaurant. First Clique is an Italian food truck located beside the Muhammed Bin Zayed School, Al Nahyan Street, around 7 minutes away. Al Bhustan Cafeteria is a casual restaurant in Zakhir at an 8-minute drive away.

Golden Chicken is a fast food restaurant roughly at an 8-minute drive away. Hot N Cool Cafeteria is another casual restaurant around 11 minutes away. Shabab Qareyya Restaurant in Ni’mah is a 9-minute drive away.

There are no beaches near Zakher. Jumeirah Beach in Dubai is the closest at an hour’s drive.

Car enthusiasts can find the Al Ain Classic Car Museum about 11-minute drive away. This museum was established in 2009 by Captain Rashid Mohammad Al Tamimi. The museum relocated to the Ain Al Fida Complex. It showcases classic cars and offers a wide range of services such as vintage vehicle restoration, pre-purchase evaluation and private VIP maintenance to name a few.

Families can visit Al Ain Zoo that spans over 400-hectares. It is home to more than 200 wildlife species. Visitors can check out the amazing habitats for various animals, birds and reptiles. Families can also head over to Children’s Zoo and explore the Sheikh Zayed Desert Learning Centre.

There are plenty of outdoor spaces and parks in Zakher, Al Ain where residents can unwind. The nearest one is Zakher Park for Ladies. It is a community park specifically for ladies who want to go for a stroll. It is located on Tawan Street at a 6-minute drive away. At the same driving distance, there is a small public park located in Ni’mah community. Zakher Lake Park is located at the southern end of the community. It is a perfect spot for those willing to enjoy nature and greenery.

Fitness enthusiasts can find few gyms near Zakher, Al Ain. These include One To One Gym Al Ain and Life Fitness GYM. Both are roughly a 13 to 14-minute drive away.

Salons near Zakher, Al Ain are Tips & Toes Makani Zakher Shopping Center, Shabbab Qraiha Saloon, Al Kous Gents Salon and Nausikaa Ladies Salon & Spa. These are at a 6 to 11-minute driving distance.

There is a community centre Suhail bin Awaidah Kheeli Islamic Cultural Center located in Zakher community. Residents can visit this place to be part of cultural events.

Zakhir is a villa community surrounded by various residential communities. It offers a family-friendly ambience and provides numerous amenities at a short drive.  However, there are fewer options when it comes to public transport.

Zakhir is a residential community located in Al Ain.

You can find spacious villas in Zakhir area Al Ain.

Dubai is roughly 100 km from Al Ain.

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) launched a new bus route. The E201 bus goes from Dubai to Al Ain from the Al Ghubaiba Bus Station.

• Al Ain Mall is 16 minutes away via 137th Street/Zayed Bin Sultan Street
• Al Ain International Airport is 32 minutes away via Khalid Bin Sultan Street
• Al Ain Zoo is 21 minutes away via Khalid Bin Sultan Street
• Al Ain National Museum is 23 minutes away via 153rd Street/Nahyan The First Street