Minor Hotels, the parent company of the esteemed Anantara hotel brand, has unveiled plans to establish a new resort and luxury residential complex in Sharjah. The project, known as Anantara Sharjah Resort and Anantara Sharjah Residences, is set to open its doors in late 2027. Read this also : Dubai Office Demand Surges with Launch of Dh1.1 Billion Tower in DIFC The development will feature 128 luxurious one- to four-bedroom residences available for purchase, alongside 110 guest rooms and suites. The complex is situated on Sharjah’s Al Heerah Beach, just a 30-minute drive from Dubai Airport, offering convenient access to the city. Amenities at the new resort include an infinity pool, an Anantara spa, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and five dining establishments offering a variety of culinary delights. Additionally, the resort will provide spaces for events and meetings. Read this also : Ajman Real Estate Hits $523 Million in Q1 as Golden Visa Investors Boost Sales “Anantara is renowned as one of the world’s leading luxury hotel brands, and we are delighted to bring this brand to Sharjah for the first time,” said Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed bin Talal, Vice Chairman of Arada. “Our collaboration with Minor Hotels ensures that buyers will receive the exceptional quality and service synonymous with both Arada and Anantara brands.” This announcement aligns with Sharjah’s growing reputation as a cultural and lifestyle destination. The emirate has invested heavily in enhancing tourist attractions, coastal areas, and heritage sites. Minor Hotels sees this as an opportunity to introduce its Anantara brand to a new market segment within Sharjah. Read this also : ASALDI Properties Launches ‘Shades’ in Egypt with $80 Million Investment “Sharjah has emerged as a cultural hotspot, attracting both leisure and business travelers with its coastal allure,” said Dilip Rajakarier, CEO of Minor Hotels and Group CEO of parent company Minor International. “This makes it an ideal location for our latest Middle Eastern venture.” Anantara Sharjah will bring the brand’s Middle Eastern portfolio to 13 properties, including sites in the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Qatar. This expansion underscores Anantara’s leadership in luxury resorts and residential developments. Read this also :  Arabian Kuwaiti Group Set to Launch Branded Residences in West Cairo “The expansion of the Anantara luxury brand into Sharjah offers an opportunity to provide our distinctive lifestyle offerings to a new audience. We are eager to work with Arada to establish this new resort and residences, solidifying its position as one of Sharjah’s premier addresses,” Rajakarier added. Sharjah, recognized by UNESCO as the “Cultural Capital of the Arab World,” has become an increasingly popular destination, blending traditional heritage with modern architecture and museums. The emirate offers a wealth of attractions, including world-class museums, galleries, and archaeological sites, along with family-friendly destinations such as a large desert park.