Sahara Hotel

Location. The Sahara Hotel is located in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, 1.5 kilometres from the Mega Mall and three kilometres from the jewellery shops at the Gold Souk.

Hotel Features. This modern 10-storey hotel has a colourful reception area with tiled floors, antique-style furniture, and a sweeping staircase. Amenities include a restaurant, gift shop, business centre with conference facilities, and health club with fitness suite, sauna, and steam room. Currency exchange is available at the 24-hour front desk where staff can assist with airport transfer and tourist arrangements. Complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby. Laundry and shoe shine services can be arranged. Complimentary parking is provided.

The International Restaurant at Sahara Hotel serves French cuisine and international dishes with a Mediterranean touch. Specialities include seafood and grilled meat. Coffee and homemade confectionery are offered at the Starbucks coffee shop on the first floor. Room service is available (limited hours).

Guestrooms. The 150 air-conditioned guestrooms have warm decor with dark coloured fabrics and carpeting. Amenities include satellite television, telephones with complimentary local calls, Internet access (surcharge), and safes. Bathrooms are supplied with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Fruit baskets and complimentary bottled water are provided on arrival.

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