An Insight: What’s like living in Umm Suqeim, Dubai

Umm Suqeim, located on either side of the famed Jumeirah Beach Road, has quietly developed into one of the city’s most unique, hip, and lively neighbourhoods.

Jumeirah to the north, Al Sufouh to the south, and Umm Al Sheif, Al Manara, and Al Safa to the west encircle Umm Suqeim. The neighbourhood is filled with quirky cafés, stores, apartments, villas, and mansions that accommodate both long-term expats and locals.

According to studies, Umm Suqeim is the fourth most popular neighbourhood in Dubai for renting luxury villas.

A Snapshot

• A non-freehold villa community in Dubai.
• Due to the various owners and architects, the general architecture of the neighbourhood is varied.
• The hotel is well placed between ancient and new Dubai.
• Kite Beach is a well-known attraction in the area.
• It is well-known for its closeness to the world-famous Burj Al Arab.

Overview of the community

The bulk of the area is non-freehold because it is one of the city’s oldest neighbourhoods, yet it still manages to attract a wide mix of tenants, primarily families, from around the globe who live side by side with the local Emirati community.

Umm Suqeim Umm Suqeim 1, Umm Suqeim 2, Umm Suqeim 3, Umm Suqeim Road, and Madinat Jumeirah Living are the five sub-communities of Dubai.

Umm Suqeim hotels and their facilities

Umm Suqeim has a number of luxury hotels, which add to the variety of lodging possibilities. Among the prominent alternatives are:

• Jumeirah Beach Hotel

The 5-star Jumeirah Beach Hotel is located in Umm Suqeim 3. There are 598 rooms and suites here, as well as 20 restaurants and cafes and 19 beachfront villas. Guests enjoy unrestricted access to the Wild Wadi Waterpark because it is nearby. This hotel in the shape of a wave is near to the Burj Al Arab. It is only a 7-minute trip away by automobile.

• Park Regis Boutique

The Park Regis Boutique lies in the centre of Umm Suqeim. It has 21 guest rooms and suites, as well as exquisite facilities.

• Lemon Tree Hotel

Lemon Tree Hotel is situated on Al Wasl Road, close to a number of tourist attractions. It has 114 rooms and facilities including the Lemon Tree Café, an al fresco lounge, and a multi-cuisine coffee shop. It is a 9-minute commute away by automobile.

Transportation and other facilities in Umm Suqeim

• One of Dubai’s oldest and more developed neighbourhoods, this region has a plethora of public bus stops that can transport you all around the city. The region has two metro stations – Noor Bank and First Abu Dhabi Bank – that are well connected to bus lines. There are also a lot of locations of public interest in the area, so hailing cabs isn’t too tough.
• Umm Suqeim residents enjoy quick access to many attractions, including Umm Suqeim Beach and Umm Suqeim Park.
• Umm Suqeim has a large number of mosques. You should be able to hear the call to prayer from wherever you are. Residents of various religions can visit St. Mary’s Catholic Church, which is 22 minutes away, or the Hindu Temple, which is 31 minutes away.

Summary

Umm Suqeim provides inhabitants with a one-of-a-kind living experience. There are just few new residences in this region because it is a more upscale and well-established neighbourhood with prices to match. Another thing to consider if you decide to relocate to Umm Suqeim is that having a car will make your life easier.

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