Your stay — asas tower
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The Property — asas tower
Asas Tower is a no-frills 3-star business hotel near Sharjah’s main commercial drag, with a dark marble lobby that smells faintly of cleaning fluid. The rooms are compact but clean, with free Wi-Fi and basic furnishings — think airport-hotel pragmatism. It’s best for solo travellers on a budget, or anyone needing a clean bed near the Expo Centre without the resort mark-up. You won’t find a pool or a view; you’ll find functional efficiency and a free shuttle to the nearest mall.
Chronicles of Sharjah
Sharjah grew from a small pearling port into the UAE’s cultural capital under the long rule of Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi. Its historic centre, laid out around Al Hisn fort, still has coral-stone buildings and wind towers from the early 20th century. The city banned alcohol in the 1980s and deliberately preserved its souks and museums rather than building skyscrapers. Today it bills itself as the ‘cultural capital of the Arab world’ — a UNESCO title it earned in 1998 — with ultra-conservative social norms and a thriving arts district along the creek. The skyline is low-rise compared to Dubai, but the residential towers and malls now stretch deep into the desert.
Best Time to Visit
Full Sharjah guide →Best months
November and March — daytime highs of 28–32°C, dry air, and manageable tourist numbers. December is also good but slightly cooler and busier with holiday visitors.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak summer — daily temperatures exceed 42°C, humidity feels oppressive, and hotel prices in Sharjah drop to their lowest because nobody wants to be outdoors. Ramadan (if in July) adds quiet evenings and shorter business hours.
Budget shoulder season
April and October — temperatures still hit 37–40°C but few crowds, and hotel rates are often 30–40% below winter peak. The humidity in October is lower than in summer.
Weather & packing
Sharjah in July is furnace-hot with 80%+ humidity: you will sweat the moment you step outside. Pack only lightweight, loose-fitting cotton or linen; bring a light scarf for air-conditioned indoor spaces and for temple visits.
Live City Briefing — Sharjah
- Sharjah’s new ‘Smart Bus’ system now runs a direct route from Al Majaz to Al Khan beach, bypassing the old taxi-only zones. Buses are free, but check the app for July service cuts during peak heat.
- The Sharjah Light Festival has been pushed back to autumn 2026 (usual dates are February); no major civic events are scheduled for July, so the city will feel quiet and subdued.
- Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority has extended its ‘July Free Parking’ initiative to cover Sharjah border areas like Al Qusais — useful if you’re driving into Dubai for the day.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to asas tower, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing away from the main road (ask for a courtyard or rear-facing room). These floors clear street-level noise but are still low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (street noise and lobby foot traffic) and any room directly above the main entrance or the tuck shop often found on the ground level. Rooms ending in '01' or '02' are usually closest to the lift core and can hear the motor.
Best views
Rooms on the east side look towards the Al Majaz waterfront and the corniche – that’s your best bet for a decent view. West-facing rooms look out over the main road and the petrol station, which is much less pleasant.
Quietest floors
4th and 5th floors. High enough to buffer street rumble, low enough to avoid roof-level AC units or water-tank hum.
🔊 Noise notes
Al Majaz Street is a main arterial route – expect traffic noise from 7am to midnight. The hotel is close to the Al Majaz Waterfront, which has evening family crowds and occasional events that create pedestrian noise. The mosque loudspeakers from Al Noor Island are audible across the street at prayer times (approx. 5am, noon, 3pm, 6pm, 8pm).
Insider tips
1) Check-in can be slow – arrive after 3pm to avoid queue. 2) There’s a public parking lot behind the hotel that’s free after 8pm and on Fridays, which can save you the hotel’s parking fee if you don’t mind a short walk. 3) If you need a quiet workspace, the small lobby café has decent wi-fi and is quieter than the rooms facing the street during the day.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — asas tower
free, medium speed (about 15 Mbps), no login required but daily reconnection needed
one passenger lift serves all 5 floors; stairs available at side exit
no complimentary newspapers; TV has local and international satellite channels
14:00 check-in, early bag drop on request, late check-out until 13:00 for AED 50, after 13:00 charged half-day rate
free at reception for same-day collection
wheelchair accessible entrance on Al Qasba side; no grab rails in toilets; narrow lift (fits standard chair only)
free on-site surface parking for 30 cars; no valet; nearest public parkade at Al Qasba Mall (AED 5 per hour, no overnight charge); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: AED 15 per room per night
Deposit & card hold: AED 200 refundable deposit on check-in via card hold
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Hajji Mosque (779 m · ~10 min walk)
- Mosque: مسجد القصباء (799 m · ~10 min walk)
- Mosque: Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq Mosque (924 m · ~12 min walk)
- Mosque: مسجد التقوى (933 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
سيتي سنتر الشارقه — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
حديقة المجاز — 897 m · ~11 min walk
Barjeel Art Foundation — 988 m · ~12 min walk
Amphitheater — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Al Majaz Park Entrance — 411 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
New City Pharmacy — 236 m · ~3 min walk
Shams Al Aseel Supermarket — 58 m · ~1 min walk
Sharjah, Al Taawun, Al Amal Tower — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →UAE Dirham, AED
Exchange money at banks or exchange houses like Al Ansari; avoid airport or hotel counters for poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in malls and restaurants; smaller shops and taxis often prefer cash.
Optional; 10% at restaurants if no service charge, round up taxi fares, small tip for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Karak chai at tea stalls for around 2 AED
Shawarma or falafel sandwich from street-side takeaway for 8-12 AED
Biriyani or mansaf at a local cafeteria for 20-30 AED
Al Majaz waterfront and Rolla area have clusters of affordable eats
Lulu Hypermarket and Carrefour are common budget supermarkets
Sahara Centre or Al Qasba for mid-range shopping; Rolla market for cheaper basics
Public bus (1501 etc.) from airport to city for 8 AED; day pass on city buses for 15 AED
Eat at local cafeterias not malls, use shared taxis (shared seat service) for short hops, buy groceries from Lulu rather than 24-hour small shops.
Good to know — Sharjah
Type G · 230V
safe (often desalinated)
$1 ≈ AED3.67 · AED
Emergency Contacts
SharjahWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sharjah, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at asas tower
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk — pharmacy · New City Pharmacy — 236 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Dubai Union Bus Station (adjacent to Union Metro) → Sharjah Al Wahda Bus Station
💡 From Al Wahda, take a short taxi (10 AED) to Lou Lou Beach. Avoid peak hours (7-9am, 5-7pm) when the bus crawls through Sharjah traffic. NOL card works on this route—buy one at Dubai Metro stations.
Lou Lou Beach Resort → Sharjah city centre (Al Majaz, Rolla, etc.)
💡 Flag one on the street or call 600-54-44-44; they start at a base fare of 10 AED. For shorter hops within 3 km, try a 'service taxi' (shared) for 5 AED per person, though they take indirect routes.
Lou Lou Beach Resort (Al Khan bus stop) → Sharjah Rolla Bus Terminal
💡 The bus stop is a 7-minute walk from the hotel. Pay with a Sayer card (sold at terminals); cash isn't accepted onboard. Best for heading to the Gold Souk or Blue Souk—bus 14 runs along Corniche Road with sea views.
Dubai International Airport (DXB) → Lou Lou Beach Resort, Sharjah
💡 Book through the official Dubai Taxi app or use the taxi rank at arrivals; avoid unmetered drivers offering flat rates. Ask for the beach road route—it adds 5 minutes but avoids tunnel tolls.
About Sharjah
Wikipedia ↗
Sharjah International Airport (Arabic: مطار الشارقة, romanized: Maṭār aš-Šāriqa) (IATA: SHJ, ICAO: OMSJ) is an international airport located 7 nautical miles (13 km; 8.1 mi) east-southeast of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. It is spread over an area of 15,200,000 m2 (3,800 acres). It is the 3rd busie...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at asas tower?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing away from the main road (ask for a courtyard or rear-facing room). These floors clear street-level noise but are still low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at asas tower?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (street noise and lobby foot traffic) and any room directly above the main entrance or the tuck shop often found on the ground level. Rooms ending in '01' or '02' are usually closest to the lift core and can hear the motor.
Is asas tower noisy?
Al Majaz Street is a main arterial route – expect traffic noise from 7am to midnight. The hotel is close to the Al Majaz Waterfront, which has evening family crowds and occasional events that create pedestrian noise. The mosque loudspeakers from Al Noor Island are audible across the street at prayer times (approx. 5am, noon, 3pm, 6pm, 8pm).
Which rooms have the best views at asas tower?
Rooms on the east side look towards the Al Majaz waterfront and the corniche – that’s your best bet for a decent view. West-facing rooms look out over the main road and the petrol station, which is much less pleasant.
What are insider tips for staying at asas tower?
1) Check-in can be slow – arrive after 3pm to avoid queue. 2) There’s a public parking lot behind the hotel that’s free after 8pm and on Fridays, which can save you the hotel’s parking fee if you don’t mind a short walk. 3) If you need a quiet workspace, the small lobby café has decent wi-fi and is quieter than the rooms facing the street during the day.
What time is check-in at asas tower?
Check-in at asas tower is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does asas tower have Wi-Fi?
free, medium speed (about 15 Mbps), no login required but daily reconnection needed
Is there a city or tourist tax at asas tower?
AED 15 per room per night
Where can I eat cheaply near asas tower?
Shawarma or falafel sandwich from street-side takeaway for 8-12 AED
What is the cheapest way to get around from asas tower?
Public bus (1501 etc.) from airport to city for 8 AED; day pass on city buses for 15 AED
When is the best time to visit Sharjah?
November and March — daytime highs of 28–32°C, dry air, and manageable tourist numbers. December is also good but slightly cooler and busier with holiday visitors.
Top Attractions in Sharjah
💡 Head to Al Hisn Fort (a small museum, entry for 10 AED) to see the best views from the watchtower. The area is car-free—wear comfortable shoes.
💡 Check the basement gallery for student and emerging artist shows—often overlooked but worth a look. Free parking available behind the museum.
💡 Bring a picnic blanket and snacks—cafes on-site are pricey. Arrive by 7pm to grab a bench near the fountain. The best views are from the bridge connecting to Al Qasba.
💡 Visit just before sunset (around 5pm in winter, 6pm summer) to enjoy the gardens cooling down and then see the butterfly house light up. The café is average—bring water.
💡 Go on a weekday morning to avoid school groups. Combine with the adjacent Maritime Museum (same ticket works) for a good two-hour visit. No need to rush.