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Occidental Sharjah Grand

On private beach with outdoor pool, near Sharjah Aquarium

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Restaurant
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
The private beach at Occidental Sharjah Grand offers a perfect retreat with H Care spa massages to unwind after motor boating or water skiing. Enjoy two restaurants, a coffee shop, and a poolside bar. Stay connected with in-room WiFi while kids enjoy the playground.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room (Cabana)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, Sea View (Deluxe)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, Sea View (Deluxe)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room (Cabana)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room (Cabana, 2 Adult + 2 Children)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 90 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Cabana

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room With Sea View

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room With City View

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Cabana Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

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Al Meena Street, Al Khan Beach (On the beach Suburb), Sharjah, 6059

What's nearby

  • Sharjah Aquarium - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sharjah Mega Mall - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Sahara Centre - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Al Mamzar Beach Park - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • City Centre Deira - 13 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Stadium Station - 9 min drive
  • Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪كافتيريا شباب الخان - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Clue Speciality Coffee - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald’s - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mahrosah Restaurant & Sweets مطعم وحلويات مهروسة - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Occidental Sharjah Grand

Family-friendly hotel remodeled in 2024 and located near Al Khan Beach
Located close to Sharjah Aquarium and Al Noor Island, Occidental Sharjah Grand provides a poolside bar, designer stores on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, motor boating, and surfing. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like water skiing and rowing/canoeing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and a hair salon.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a free shopping center shuttle, and an outdoor tennis court
  • Multilingual staff, a banquet hall, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 221 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and bidets
  • 43-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and free infant beds

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Occidental Sharjah Grand are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AED 78 to 90 for adults and AED 40 to 60 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Shopping
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach toys
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1977
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Lifeguards
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Renovated entire property - May 2024
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 150.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per adult: AED 575
  • New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per child: AED 287.5 (from 5 to 11 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AED 78 to 90 for adults, and AED 40 to 60 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: AED 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AED 150.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Sharjah Grand
Sharjah Grand Hotel member Barceló Hotel Group
Grand Hotel member Barceló Hotel Group
Grand Sharjah
Grand Hotel Beach Resort Sharjah
Grand Beach Sharjah
Sharjah Grand member Barceló Group
Grand member Barceló Group
Occidental Sharjah Grand Hotel
Occintal Sharjah Grand Hotel
Occidental Sharjah Grand Hotel
Occidental Sharjah Grand Sharjah
Occidental Sharjah Grand Hotel Sharjah

Frequently asked questions

Does Occidental Sharjah Grand have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Occidental Sharjah Grand pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Occidental Sharjah Grand?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Occidental Sharjah Grand?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Occidental Sharjah Grand?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Occidental Sharjah Grand provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of AED 200 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Occidental Sharjah Grand?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Occidental Sharjah Grand located?

Located in Beach & Coast, this beachfront hotel is in the historical district and within a 15-minute walk of Al Khan Beach and Sharjah Aquarium. Al Noor Island and Sahara Centre are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Occidental Sharjah Grand Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 162 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff - wish I could remember all their names - second stay at the resort and even better than the first one
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, staff, food and facilities!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lemlem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality was commendable, and the service was exceptional, complemented by a beautiful beachfront.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
All was perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel for the price.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Ckeck in can be easier and faster. Parking is extremely hard to find especially on weekends and busy seasons. Otherwise, no complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice beach, view, comfortable bed. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking is always available. Close to airport
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steffen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Beach hotel

Good buffet in the morning and eveving
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

AHMAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family atmosphere, nice and clean beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

nitesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good staycation

Beautifup hotel with sea views, nice pool and beach access
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are big, comfy big bed, felt safe, breakfast ok. Staff helpful Nice clean nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

RAJAT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good property on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, nice food, very clean and tidy, customer service 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience beautiful place good attention
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liudmyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From beginning to the end of our short holiday we fill very happy, no worry about anything, good breakfast, lunch or dinner, clean swimming pool, private beach, water sport, kids room, playground
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay! Nice and comfortable

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad Reza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toller Strand!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were always happy to assist however possible which was amazing for us because our luggage was lost in transit and they provided us with essential toiletries.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Raida

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
i didnt stay in the hotel because they said my payment in my booking invalid. and my booking was confirmed in hotels.com and my credit card is valid. until now i dont know what was the problem and did you guys solve the problem or not and how you will make it up to me after you destroyed my weekend. After many year i am using hotels.com the service its getting worst and i dont think i will be using it again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice employee staff and friendly. Sure i would like to be a guest again.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bachaar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I want to thank all staff because they were very kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Per

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Visit to Dubai

Go service, Nice personale, and the buffe restaurant is very good. But I mis more variation in the menu restaurant, and why not also serve alcohol free beer this place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Amir

Disliked: Amenities
Rundown stinky!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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