Just 25 kilometres from Dubai, the Emirate of Sharjah is experiencing a dynamic cultural revival, anchored by its most ambitious historical preservation project. At the heart of this transformation lies the Heart of Sharjah, where Islamic heritage blends seamlessly with a thriving contemporary scene. Here, The Chedi, in partnership with Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and UNESCO, restored a collection of historic manor houses to create The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah—a 65-key luxury five-star hotel and resort. Embodying Emirati elegance, it offers bespoke services, unparalleled hospitality, and a welcoming sense of home, all woven together in perfect harmony
The unique collection of seven heritage houses at The Chedi Al Bait were once occupied by local families in their distinct cultural settings. These preserved historic structures paired with newer building compounds are a testament to Sharjah’s rich culture, from its carpentry and woodwork to the best of classic Emirati hospitality.
Across the luxury bedrooms and suites in this single-story resort in the UAE, GHM sophisticatedly incorporates its contemporary Asian-inspired interpretations with the hotel’s Arabic influences in ways that preserve Sharjah’s indigenous culture and charming history. A much-anticipated novel addition to the city’s hotels and resorts, The Chedi Al Bait offers travellers in the UAE an opportunity to indulge in traditional Emirati graciousness in a leading luxury accommodation at the heart of Sharjah.
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Each one unique and all found in the house of Bait Abdul Rahman Bin Hassan Al Midfa, Al Bait Heritage Rooms stylishly harmonise the rich design and warm hospitality of an authentic Arabian home with GHM’s Asian minimalism and indulgent comforts. These private havens overlook the traditional inner courtyard where greenery flourishes to the gentle sounds of the central water fountain. Take refuge from the desert heat on the inviting bed and in the room’s majlis area, meaning ‘place of sitting’, festooned with cushions and rugs which allow these personal spaces to reflect the surrounding Heart of Sharjah neighbourhood and the nearby Souq Al Arsah traditional bazaar, the oldest in the UAE.
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A veritable oasis of subdued shades, the Heritage Grand Room offers a rich wealth of Arab residential details from the heritage inspired ceiling to the eye-catching bed. These convey the hospitable warmth and cultural heritage of Sharjah itself while blending effortlessly with the Asian minimalist design and indulgent comforts for which GHM is known. Take refuge among the generous cushions in the room’s majlis area, meaning ‘place of sitting,’ designed to resonate with the surrounding Heart of Sharjah neighbourhood and the nearby Souq Al Arsah traditional bazaar, the oldest in the UAE.
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The hotel’s twelve Heritage Junior Suites are each thoughtfully endowed with authentic heritage details between the wizened walls of the Bait Abdul Rahman Bin Hassan Al Midfa historical house. Generous personal space here is appointed with ornate Arabian design influences in the distinctive four poster bed and the room’s ultra plush majlis area, meaning ‘place of sitting’, yet finished with the Asian refinements and indulgent comforts for which GHM is known, as well as the intuitive technology that epitomises the most modern luxury.
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Couples and families seeking the authenticity of living in a traditional Arabian home, albeit one endowed with every imaginable modern comfort, will want to take refuge in one of these four distinctly individual Heritage Suites. The sophisticated living room invites lounging over aromatic Arabic coffee among the traditional rugs, cushions and lanterns while the separate bedroom centred around the commanding handcrafted solid wood bed offers a wealth of distinctly Arabian elements with the sleek Asian minimalism for which GHM is renowned.
Located near Dubai, our 5-star luxury resort in Sharjah, GHM Chedi hotel suites offer breathtaking moments of Arabian splendour you won’t find anywhere else.
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A veritable Arabian paradise under classic wooden ceilings, each of the two Heritage Royal Suites offers more than 100 square metres thoughtfully divided among a master ensuite bedroom with its commanding four poster bed, the grand dining area and a living room inspired by traditional majlis, meaning ‘place of sitting’ and endowed with Arabian artifacts. The opulent scale of this suite, perhaps best embodied in the regal bathroom with its expansive bathtub, is balanced by the thoughtful Asian design details for which GHM is known. Designed especially for long stay guests here for business or pleasure, every aspect of these private palaces will impress while conferring the feeling of genuine Arabian warmth and hospitality.
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A private, shaded patio extends these timeless havens just steps from the swimming pool and is surrounded by desert blooms. High-ceilinged and awash with natural light through Arabian windows, each encompasses custom furnishings, the latest in-room technology, and benefits, including daily breakfast in The Restaurant and complimentary classic snacks.
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Discover luxury redefined in our unique suite, where a spacious private patio warmly welcomes guests. This suite is a sanctuary of light, with traditional Arabian windows illuminating a space adorned with carefully selected comforts and custom furnishings alongside the latest in-room technology. Experience the convenience of direct access to the swimming pool, the pleasure of complimentary daily breakfast at The Restaurant, and the delight of classic snacks offered on the house.
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Sprawling over 70 metres across two floors, this one-of-a-kind suite boasts a generous terrace surrounded by nature’s verdant blooms. Desert light streams through the Arabian windows, illuminating the exquisite custom furnishings in the expansive living room and beckoning bedroom, complete with the latest in-room technology. Residents enjoy direct access to the swimming pool, daily breakfast in The Restaurant and complimentary classic snacks.