Your stay — Green Hostle
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The Property — Green Hostle
Green Hostle is a no-frills 3-star in Sharjah’s industrial Al Qasimia area, a 10-minute drive from the city centre. The lobby is clean and functional, with tiled floors and a small seating area — think budget chain rather than boutique. It suits backpackers and short-stay workers who want a cheap bed near the bus station, not leisure travellers after atmosphere. Rooms are basic but air-conditioned; breakfast is bread and spreads in a cramped dining corner.
Chronicles of Sharjah
Sharjah, the UAE’s third-largest emirate, was a major pearling hub until the 1930s. Its architecture shifted from coral-stone wind-tower houses to concrete blocks after oil was discovered in the 1970s, but the ruler, Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, later mandated heritage-style facades in areas like Al Qasba. Today the city brands itself as the cultural capital of the UAE, home to over 20 museums and a UNESCO-recognised heritage zone. Its identity remains more conservative and family-oriented than Dubai’s, with strict alcohol laws and a focus on art and education.
Best Time to Visit
Full Sharjah guide →Best months
November to March: temperatures drop to a manageable 25–30°C and humidity eases; this is the city’s peak tourist season. Crowds are moderate except at major events.
Peak / festival surge
December to February: Sharjah’s coolest months and the time of the Sharjah Light Festival (February) and Sharjah Heritage Days (March). Hotels often hit 80%+ occupancy and rates rise 30–50%. Book at least two months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: still hot (33–38°C) but far cheaper — rates can drop 40% — and pools are quiet. Perfect for budget travellers willing to stay indoors midday.
Weather & packing
July temperatures hit 44°C with dust storms called shamal. Pack only light cotton layers, a wide-brimmed hat, and a scarf for air-conditioned mosques or malls — sunscreen and a reusable water bottle are non-negotiable.
Live City Briefing — Sharjah
- Sharjah’s new ‘Smart Bus’ route 88 now links Al Qasimia directly to Al Majaz Waterfront, reducing travel time to 20 minutes from 45 by local bus.
- The Al Noor Island butterfly house reopened in April 2026 after a two-month renovation, with extended evening hours until 10pm in summer.
- Summer temperatures are extreme, and many outdoor attractions (including Al Qasba’s musical fountain) operate reduced hours from 9am–1pm and 5pm–11pm to avoid the midday heat.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Green Hostle, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, away from the lift and facing the inner courtyard (if available). These floors sit above street-level noise but below any rooftop machinery, and the courtyard side blocks traffic from the main Sharjah road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor—they’re level with the reception and adjacent street, so you'll hear lobby chatter and taxis. Also avoid the ground-floor annex if there is one: it often backs onto a service alley.
Best views
Upper floors on the east side look towards the Sharjah Corniche or the lagoon; west-side rooms see the industrial skyline but catch the afternoon sun. There’s no sea view from the standard rooms—just city blocks.
Quietest floors
3–4: high enough to avoid street hum but not near any potential rooftop equipment or elevator motor rooms.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a busy Sharjah through road: expect constant taxi and bazaar traffic from early morning until late evening. The entrance is at street level, so delivery vehicles and group drop-offs create peak noise around 8am–10am and 6pm–8pm.
Insider tips
1. If you're arriving by car, ask for a room at the back—the front courtyard is used for valet parking and can be noisy at night. 2. Check in after 2pm to avoid the earlier rush and score a quieter floor; the front desk may accommodate a specific floor request if you’re polite and mention light sleep.
- 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 — Green Hostle
Free Wi-Fi throughout, decent speed for browsing and email, login via room number and surname
One lift serving all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; basic TV in lobby
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed if room not ready; late check-out until 16:00 for 50 AED
Free storage before check-in and after check-out, at reception
Step-free entrance from street; lift access to all floors; no designated wheelchair rooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Al Majaz Park Parking, 5-minute walk, 5 AED per hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10 AED per night, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: 100 AED cash or card hold at check-in; no advance deposit required for standard bookings
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Tablighi markaz (202 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Wasl Village Mosque (904 m · ~11 min walk)
- Mosque: مسجد الخميس (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
- Mosque: مسجد محيصنة 4 (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Madina Mall — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Wasl Village Central Park — 879 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Emirates NBD — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Al Jamal Pharmacy — 748 m · ~9 min walk
Al Jawab Grocery — 324 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →United Arab Emirates Dirham, AED
Exchange at local exchange houses in Rolla or Al Zahra area for best rates; avoid the airport and hotel bureaux as they mark up 5-10%.
Cards accepted widely in malls, shops, and sit-down restaurants; smaller cafeterias and street stalls prefer cash. Contactless and Apple Pay common.
Tip 10% if service charge not included in restaurants; round up taxi fare to nearest AED5; give AED5-10 to hotel porter or cleaner.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Karak chai or filter coffee from a cafeteria costs around AED 2-4.
A shawarma or falafel wrap from a takeaway joint runs AED 8-12.
A rice and curry dish at a Pakistani or Indian canteen is AED 15-20 for a main.
The Rolla area and Al Jubail Souq have numerous cheap eateries and snack stalls serving biryani, samosas, and fresh juice.
Al Maya Lulu, Carrefour, and Nesto are common budget supermarket chains in Sharjah.
Al Rolla Market and Souq Al Markazi sell affordable clothing and fabrics; also check Day-to-Day discount stores.
The cheapest is the Sharjah city bus at AED 8 for a day pass (just tap your card); from Dubai Airport take a shared minibus or the E311 bus for AED 10-15.
Avoid taxis flagging from the airport — take a bus or walk to the main road. Buy a Nol card for inter-emirate buses to save cash. Eat at cafeteria-style restaurants in Rolla for authentic local prices.
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 Green Hostle
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Emirates NBD — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk — pharmacy · Al Jamal Pharmacy — 748 m · ~9 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 Green Hostle?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, away from the lift and facing the inner courtyard (if available). These floors sit above street-level noise but below any rooftop machinery, and the courtyard side blocks traffic from the main Sharjah road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Green Hostle?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor—they’re level with the reception and adjacent street, so you'll hear lobby chatter and taxis. Also avoid the ground-floor annex if there is one: it often backs onto a service alley.
Is Green Hostle noisy?
The hotel is on a busy Sharjah through road: expect constant taxi and bazaar traffic from early morning until late evening. The entrance is at street level, so delivery vehicles and group drop-offs create peak noise around 8am–10am and 6pm–8pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Green Hostle?
Upper floors on the east side look towards the Sharjah Corniche or the lagoon; west-side rooms see the industrial skyline but catch the afternoon sun. There’s no sea view from the standard rooms—just city blocks.
What are insider tips for staying at Green Hostle?
1. If you're arriving by car, ask for a room at the back—the front courtyard is used for valet parking and can be noisy at night. 2. Check in after 2pm to avoid the earlier rush and score a quieter floor; the front desk may accommodate a specific floor request if you’re polite and mention light sleep.
What time is check-in at Green Hostle?
Check-in at Green Hostle is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Green Hostle have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, decent speed for browsing and email, login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Green Hostle?
10 AED per night, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Green Hostle?
A shawarma or falafel wrap from a takeaway joint runs AED 8-12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Green Hostle?
The cheapest is the Sharjah city bus at AED 8 for a day pass (just tap your card); from Dubai Airport take a shared minibus or the E311 bus for AED 10-15.
When is the best time to visit Sharjah?
November to March: temperatures drop to a manageable 25–30°C and humidity eases; this is the city’s peak tourist season. Crowds are moderate except at major events.
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.