Emaar Hospitality Group has officially opened Vida Aljada, marking the debut of the Vida Hotels & Resorts brand in Sharjah and introducing a new five‑star lifestyle hotel in the heart of the Aljada development.

The launch represents a strategic expansion of Emaar’s lifestyle portfolio and brings Vida’s contemporary, design‑led approach to a new emirate for the first time .

The opening was celebrated with a ribbon‑cutting ceremony attended by senior representatives from Emaar Hospitality Group and Arada, the developer behind Aljada, alongside partners, media and industry stakeholders .

A Connected Base for Business Travellers

Located just three minutes from University City and Sharjah Airport Free Zone, and 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport, Vida Aljada offers a highly connected base for business travellers moving between Sharjah’s cultural, educational and commercial districts . The hotel provides flexible spaces for meetings, collaboration and professional gatherings, including dedicated meeting rooms, breakout areas and a multifunction venue designed for modern workstyles .

Hakan Keskin, Head of Hospitality at Emaar Hospitality Group, described the opening as an “important milestone,” noting that the hotel reflects Vida’s character while responding to Sharjah’s evolving needs — particularly the blend of business, leisure and wellbeing that defines today’s traveller .

Rooms, Suites and Residences

Vida Aljada features 175 rooms and suites, including Deluxe King and Twin rooms, Premier Suites and a 305‑square‑metre Penthouse Suite . The property also offers one‑, two‑ and three‑bedroom serviced apartments and residences for extended stays and long‑term living, all designed with Vida’s signature contemporary aesthetic and relaxed, connected spaces .

Dining and Social Spaces

Food and beverage are central to the hotel’s lifestyle positioning, with four distinct concepts:

  • Origins – all‑day dining
  • Stage2 – café setting for coffee, casual meetings and unwinding
  • True Slice – pizza concept
  • Flo – poolside bites, beverages and crafted mocktails on the outdoor terrace

These venues give business travellers a range of informal and social spaces to work, meet or decompress.

Wellbeing, Leisure and Family Time

Wellness facilities include spa treatment rooms, a relaxation lounge, a 24/7 fitness centre, a main swimming pool, dedicated kids’ pools and an outdoor terrace for downtime between meetings or after travel days .

For families travelling alongside business commitments, the Qix Club Play Area offers creative activities and an indoor imagination space for children aged four to 12, providing additional flexibility for multi‑generational stays .

Sustainable, Paperless Stays

Vida Aljada incorporates digital in‑room controls for housekeeping and “Do Not Disturb” requests, reducing paper use and supporting a more sustainable guest experience — a detail increasingly valued by corporate travellers and travel managers alike .

A New Anchor for Sharjah’s Flagship Community

Amit Arora, COO at Arada Hospitality and Entertainment, highlighted Vida Aljada as an example of Aljada’s vision to bring exceptional hospitality, dining, wellness and social spaces into one of the UAE’s most dynamic communities .

With its blend of connectivity, contemporary design and flexible spaces for work and leisure, Vida Aljada positions itself as a compelling new option for business travellers seeking a modern, lifestyle‑driven stay in Sharjah.