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Emaar Hospitality Group opens Vida Aljada hotel in Sharjah
ZAWYA · 3 Sep 2026 · 2 min read
The five-star Vida Aljada has officially opened, marking the debut of the Vida Hotels & Resorts brand in Sharjah within the Arada development.
Emaar Hospitality Group has officially opened Vida Aljada, a new five-star lifestyle destination located in the heart of the Aljada development. The opening was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by representatives from Emaar Hospitality Group and the developer, Arada. This project introduces the Vida Hotels & Resorts brand to the emirate of Sharjah for the first time.
The property features 175 rooms and suites, including a large penthouse suite. In addition to hotel rooms, the site includes one-, two-, and three-bedroom serviced apartments for extended stays, as well as residential units. According to ZAWYA, the hotel is situated three minutes from University City and fifteen minutes from Dubai International Airport.
Facilities at the hotel include four dining concepts: Origins, Stage2, True Slice, and Flo. Guests have access to a 24/7 fitness centre, spa treatment rooms, a main swimming pool, and dedicated children's pools. For families, the property offers the Qix Club Play Area, which provides creative activities for children aged four to 12.
The hotel is designed to serve as a hub for both business and leisure, offering flexible spaces for meetings and socialising. Its location provides proximity to the Sharjah Airport Free Zone and the Sharjah Corniche, connecting guests to the emirate’s primary cultural and educational districts.
KEY POINTS
- First Vida Hotels & Resorts branded property to open in Sharjah
- Features 175 rooms and suites plus serviced apartments and residences
- Includes four distinct dining venues and a 24/7 fitness centre
- Located three minutes from University City and Sharjah Airport Free Zone
WHY IT MATTERS FOR ALJADA
The opening of Vida Aljada provides residents and visitors with high-end hospitality, dining, and wellness facilities directly within the community. For those considering moving to Aljada, the addition of a five-star hotel and serviced residences enhances the area's profile as a premium destination for business, leisure, and long-term living in Sharjah.
