Sharjah, UAE – Sharjah Collection reaffirmed its leadership in sustainable and experiential hospitality with an impressive sweep of eight prestigious honors at the 2025 World Luxury Hotel Awards. The achievements highlight the excellence of Kingfisher Retreat, Al Badayer Retreat, Al Faya Retreat, and Wishi Restaurant at Najd Al Meqsar—cementing the brand’s status as a global model for eco-luxury, cultural authenticity, and meaningful travel experiences.

Eight Awards Recognizing Excellence Across the Hospitality Spectrum

This year’s awards celebrated four of Sharjah Collection’s flagship destinations for their innovation, environmental sensitivity, and unique guest experiences.

• Kingfisher Retreat – Kalba
  • Best Luxury Eco Resort in the Middle East
  • Best Luxury Sustainable Resort in the Middle East
    The retreat was honored for its pioneering eco-conscious model, situated within a protected mangrove reserve and featuring 40 sea-facing tents designed in harmony with Kalba’s coastal ecosystem.
• Al Badayer Retreat – Desert of Sharjah
  • Best Luxury Cultural Retreat in the Middle East
  • Best Luxury Desert Resort – Global Winner
    Inspired by traditional caravanserais, the retreat offers 46 rooms and tents that blend Bedouin design with modern comforts, presenting an authentic immersion into Arabian desert heritage.
• Al Faya Retreat – Mleiha
  • Best Luxury Boutique Retreat in the Middle East
  • Best Luxury Wellbeing Retreat – Global Winner
    Set within the ancient landscape of Mleiha, the boutique retreat transforms two 1960s buildings into a minimalist, five-room sanctuary rooted in wellbeing, heritage, and desert tranquility.
• Wishi Restaurant – Najd Al Meqsar, Khorfakkan
  • Best Luxury Unique Experience in the Middle East
  • Best Magnificent Scenic Views in the Middle East
    Located in a restored 100-year-old mountain village overlooking Wadi Wishi, the restaurant celebrates Emirati cuisine amid dramatic landscapes and archaeological traces dating back more than 4,000 years.

A Milestone for Sustainable Luxury

Commenting on the achievement, Ahmed Ben Zaied, General Manager of Sharjah Collection, said: “Winning eight awards at the World Luxury Awards 2025 is a proud moment that reflects Sharjah’s evolution into a global reference for sustainable luxury. These honors reinforce Shurooq’s commitment to integrating nature, culture, and innovation into every guest experience, while supporting economic growth and empowering local communities.”

Embodiment of Shurooq’s Vision for Responsible Development

The accolades underscore Shurooq’s long-term strategy to redefine luxury through sustainability, heritage preservation, and authenticity. Each property in the Sharjah Collection is built around principles of environmental balance, cultural continuity, and holistic wellbeing, transforming diverse landscapes—from coasts and mountains to dunes and archaeological sites—into purposeful destinations.

With more than AED 300 million invested in the Sharjah Collection as part of an AED 850+ million hospitality portfolio, Shurooq continues to position the emirate as a regional hub for conscious, wellness-driven travel aligned with global trends of slow and meaningful tourism.

Looking Ahead: Expanding Conscious Travel in Sharjah

Sharjah Collection’s expansion continues with Nomad in Kalba, set to launch in Q4 2025. The project will introduce a new dimension of off-grid luxury and community-centered ecotourism along the emirate’s eastern coast.

Established in 2006, the World Luxury Hotel Awards remain among the industry’s most respected global distinctions. The 2025 results reinforce Shurooq’s vision to position Sharjah as a world-class destination for travelers seeking authenticity, serenity, and transformative experiences in sustainable luxury.