This is a nice hotel though in a dirty environment.
Nice Egyptian receptionist on night duty but nasty Indian receptionist on day time duty.
I forgot some things in the Hotel lobby in my hurry and called the hotel later to tell them the items and te exact location where i left the items but they said they could not find anything. i know that is a lie.
This makes me wonder if I can ever stay in this hotel again.
I want to stay where my things are safe and I am treated with respect as obtains in some other hotels i have stayed in Dubai

Went to this hotel on the off chance as I booked through Expedia and was so impressed, not only with the hotel but UAE in general that I went back six weeks later for another week. The location is fantastic with it overlooking the market in Al Rolla Square - what a great place to people watch. I thought it was better than being in Dubai itself as it is half the price and not so pretentious. There is plenty to do. The Blue (or Central) Souk is a must for those wanting to buy jewellery or clothes. Go with an empty suitcase and fill it to come home.

There is a lovely restaurant next door called the Najaf. It looks pretty basic, which a lot of the restaurants do but don't be put off. If there are ladies in the party then you will need to eat upstairs. The service is friendly and the food appetising and full of flavour. Experiment - you won't be disappointed - I can highly recommend the vegetable curry or the Najaf Mix.

To be honest, I can't really say anything bad. I shall certainly be going back next January for the Dubai Shopping Festival (mid January to mid February) and will again stay at the Al Sharq, availability permitting.

This hotel was ok, the service was good, only down fall was that the hotel did not provide a courtsey shuttle bus to Dubai, as stated in the hotel website.

The people were friendly and helpful, the shopping was cheaper than Dubai and I would definatly go there agian, but stay in Dubai.