Al Sarouj, Al Ain

• Getting around
• Rental property
• Popular hotels
• Schools & clinics
• Malls & restaurants
• Things to consider
• FAQs

Al Sarouj is a residential district with a strategic location in Al Ain. The area is home to several 1 to 4-bedroom apartments and 2 to 6-bedroom villas. It is also home to one of the most popular resorts in the emirate, Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort while sitting next to Khalifa Bin Zayed Stadium.

• A massive residential area in Al Ain
• Home to Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort
• Right next to the Abu Dhabi Industrial Area
• Features a mix of villas and apartments
• Direct access to Zayed Bin Sultan Street and Khatm Al Shikla Street
• Easy access to Khalifa Bin Zayed Stadium, Al Jahili Fort and Al Ain National Museum

Al Sarouj Al Ain is well connected to Khalid Bin Sultan Street, Zayed Bin Sultan Street and Khettm Al Shiklah Street which leads to the main highways in the emirate. The area is located right next to the Industrial Area.

Amenities such as schools, supermarkets, restaurants and clinics are within short distance. The area offers both rental villas and apartments, making it convenient for workers to get the desired accommodation.

Al Sarouj Al Ain offers a mix of apartments and villas. Many residential units are found on the eastern end of the area, just a few minutes from the town centre.

Villas in Al Sarouj are available in 2, 3, 5 and 6-bedroom configurations and vary in sizes from 2,000 sq. ft. to 6,000 sq. ft. These villas are double-storey houses with spacious layouts and furnished interiors. Each villa unit has master bedrooms, built-in wardrobes, a large kitchen, hallways and an entrance yard. Many villas are provided with a separate entrance.

The buildings in Al Sarouj feature 1 to 3-bedroom flats. Each apartment has a master bedroom, bathrooms, a closed kitchen, a spacious living room and a balcony. Some 3 and 4-bedroom units also come with a guest toilet and a maid’s room.

Al Sarouj is home to some of the finest hotels in Al Ain. These are:

• Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort
• Danat Al Ain Resort

Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort is a 4-star facility in the area. It features 210 guest rooms, studios, villas and suites with modern amenities. There are also four meeting rooms, a grand ballroom, swimming pools, saunas and tennis courts. The hotel also features four bars and six onsite restaurants.

Danat Al Ain Resort is a 5-star hotel in the Central District. It is home to 156 rooms, 31 spacious suites and 22 furnished villas offering views of the swimming pool and garden.

There are spacious parking spaces inside the villas. The buildings offer covered parking spaces for residents. Visitors and guests can park their cars on the streets nearby.

Public transport in Al Sarouj Al Ain are bus stops on the bordering streets around the area. Ghayathi Street / Matara Noyade Mosque bus stop and Al Shabhat Street/ Dhat Al Salasil School bus stop are serviced by bus 900. You can hire a taxi or call an online cab to travel around town.

There are several baqalas and supermarkets in Al Sarouj. This includes Bidoor Al Rabye Grocery, Baqala Wahat Al Nadi, Baqala Sultan Mohammad, Al Nas Grocery, Baqala Al Shabahat and Green Liwa Supermarket.

Al Ain City Centre is preferred by locals for large grocery hauls.

Several local mosques are spread throughout the community. These include Masjid Matar bin Khalfan, Saeed Bin Misbah Mosque, Masjid Okasha bin Muhsin, Masjid Mohammad Bin Helal Alkuwaiti, Al-Hassani Mosque, Grand Mosque New Sarooj and Al Ain City Centre Masjid.

It takes a drive of 10 minutes towards Al Mutaw’ah to reach the churches. You can visit St. Mary’s Catholic Church Al Ain, Al Ain Pentecostal Fellowship, Victory Christian Fellowship Al Ain, Living Water Ethiopian Church, Telugu Church Al Ain and Tamil Youth Christian Fellowship Al Ain.

To serve the Sikh community, Gurudwara Nanaksar is located at a 9-minute drive on Zayed bin Sultan Street.

Al Sarouj is home to several pre-schools and primary schools. Pre-schools near Al Sarouj include:

• Little Miracles Nursery
• Blossom Nursery
• Al Dana Nursery

Little Miracles Nursery is located in the area. Blossom Nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. This campus is at Shabhat Street, opposite Future International Academy, Al Ain. Al Dana Nursery is one of the best nurseries in Al Ain. It follows the American and Arabic curriculums and also has an emphasis on Islamic teachings.

Schools near Al Sarouj Al Ain are:

• Future International School
• Khalid Bin Waleed School
• Ibn Al Khaldoon Primary School for Boys

Future International School is a K-12 school following the US curriculum. It enrols children aged 4 to 18 years old. It is located on 2nd Street near Al Sarouj Al Ain.

Khalid Bin Waleed School and Ibn Al Khaldoon Primary School for Boys are in the community.

Higher education options include Al Ain University and The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) accessible at a 15-minute drive. These are among the top universities of Al Ain.

Medical centres and hospitals in Al Ain offer premium medical care using state-of-the-art equipment and a specialised team of physicians.

Hospitals near Al Sarouj Al Ain are:

• Kanad Hospital
• Mediclinic Al Ain Hospital
• Burjeel Royal Hospital

Kanad Hospital was the first hospital in Al Ain UAE. The hospital has 20 NICU beds and a birthing centre. It also offers outpatient services. It offers medical services in departments including obstetrics, paediatrics, neonatology, Opthalmology and ENT. It is located at Sanaiya Street, near Etisalat at an 8-minute drive.

Mediclinic Al Ain Hospital offers trusted healthcare services to the residents. It is one of the most reliable hospitals for emergency medicine, gynaecology, paediatrics and neonatal care. The branch is located on Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Street next to Choithrams Supermarket at a 9-minute drive.

Burjeel Royal Hospital offers specialised healthcare to the residents of Al Ain. It has dermatology, laparoscopic surgery, paediatrics, pulmonology and urology departments. The hospital also offers dental services. It is located at a 10-minute drive.

Al Aahed Medical Centre, Cedars Medical Center and Spectrum Medical Centre are within a 10-minute drive.

Al Sarouj is located just a few minutes away from Central District, a vibrant district of Al Ain. It shares west side borders with Al Mutaw’ah and the Al Ain Industrial Area, while Al Shuwaymah lies on the eastern side of Al Sarouj.

Al Sarouj is close to some popular malls in Al Ain. These include:

• Al Ain Mall
• Remal Mall

Al Ain Mall is the nearest shopping destination to the area. Some of the popular international fashion brands include Armani, DKNY, Calvin Klein, Lacoste, Moschino, Jaguar and Caroline Herrera. It also features recreational activities for children, such as Bowling City, Ice Skating Rink, Cheeky Monkey and Fun Farm.

Remal Mall offers shopping options for groceries, fashion items and clothing. The mall also has a Healthy Sports outlet, a few restaurants, cafés and a recreational venue called Bounce. It is located at Khalid Bin Sultan Street, Opp. Oasis Hospital, Sanaiya, Al Ain.

Both malls are accessible at a 10-minute drive.

Arabesque in Danat Al Ain Resort is a fine-dining restaurant that serves a variety of Arabian, Middle Eastern, Italian and Asian cuisines. Tanjore is one of the fine dining restaurants in Al Ain serving Indian cuisine. It is located at Level 3, Danat Al Ain Resort.

Flavours is a casual dining place in Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort that offers International dishes, while nightlife options are available in Radisson Club House. Some other casual dining places in the area are City Sun Restaurant, Chicken Hut Restaurant, Baniyas Restaurant & Cafeteria, Lulu Fried Chicken and Al Shabahat Restaurant.

Leisure attractions near Al Sarouj are:

• Al Ain Oasis
• Al Ain Palace Museum
• Al Jahili Fort

Al Ain Oasis spans a total area of 3,000 acres which makes it one of the largest oases in the city. You can visit the eco-centre or take a stroll in the palm-shaded walkways and learn about the historical irrigation system in Al Ain. There are eight gates in the oasis, however, visitors enter through the West Gate. It is the main entrance where visitors can access the information and can hire bikes for sightseeing. It is located in Al Mutawa’a District, at the Hessa bint Mohammad Street just a 9-minute drive.

Al Ain Palace Museum is one of the historical sites in Al Ain. It is located in the Al Jahili area, Hessa bint Mohammed Street at a 9-minute drive.

Al Jahili Fort is a historical landmark that hosts several cultural festivals and photography events. It is a huge tourist attraction since its restoration in 2007. The fort’s battlements and watchtowers are points of interest for visitors. The fort is located at Sultan Bin Zayed Al Awwal Street, Al Mutawaa, Al Ain, at an 11-minute drive.

Al Sarouj features many community parks which benefits those who like to indulge in outdoor activities often. The parks feature walking tracks, green spaces, children’s play areas, and more. Al Jahili Park is one of the most famous parks in Al Ain, located only 11 minutes away via Khalid Bin Sultan Street.

The nearest gyms from the area include Man Top Gym and Al Ainawi Karate – Gym & Fitness. Energy Plus Ladies Club is the ladies’ exclusive gym 6 minutes away in the Industrial area.

More & More Beauty Lounge is the top-rated salon in the area. Other salons nearby are Top Eagle Salon, Euroasian Hair and Beauty Salon For Ladies and Al Reef Al Shamali Gents Saloon.

Al Sarouj is an ideal residential community as it has all the facilities like schools, availability of public transport, places of worship, supermarkets and restaurants available within a few minute’s drive. Although it’s not a freehold area ex-pats are allowed to rent a house in the community.

 Al Sarouj is situated towards the southeast side of Al Ain and is only a few minutes away from the central emirate.

 Al Sarouj offers a variety of spacious villas for rent.

• Khalifa bin Zayed Stadium is located at a 7-minute drive
• Central District is located at an 11-minute drive
• Al Jimi Mall is an 18-minute drive from Al Sarouj
• Al Ain Zoo is a 19-minute drive from the area