THE CHEDI AL BAIT In the heart of Sharjah All images: Del Gregory for B500
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mere 25 kilometres from Dubai, the Emirate of Sharjah is in the midst of an exciting cultural renaissance, with the Emirate’s largest and most ambitious historical preservation project at its very heart. Here at the Heart of Sharjah, where Islamic heritage meets an inspiring contemporary scene, GHM has
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converted a collection of historic manor houses into The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah, a 53-key Emirati luxury five-star hotel that delivers bespoke services where beauty, unparalleled hospitality and a sense of home become inseparable. I was fortunate to have stayed here whilst on my tour of Sharjah recently, and can say that The Chedi Al Bait is truly a World Class property in a unique setting, and definitely one not to be missed.
The unique collection of five 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 its classic Emirati hospitality. Across the luxury bedrooms and suites in this single-story resort in the UAE, GHM sophisticatedly incorporates its contemporary Asian-
