Despite being the smallest nation in the Arabian Peninsula, Bahrain is one of the most colorful cosmopolitan GCC countries. In fact, for the second consecutive year, Bahrain has been chosen in 2018 as Expats’ favorite place to live and work in, according to Expat Insider Survey 2018. More than half of the island kingdom’s population consists of working and living expats. This formula is evidently present is the capital, Manama, and even more in the area of Juffair.
A suburban district of Manama, Juffair is considered by many one of the most vibrant areas in the Bahraini capital. The district arguably has the most active local property market in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
In this article, we will list all the details you need to know about the district of Juffair; this includes its location, facilities and services, main attractions, activities, and property market.
Location and Demographics:
Juffair was once a separate village from Manama; however, it was later converted into one of the Bahraini capital’s districts as a part of the city’s expansion. The area’s location is in the southwestern corner of Manama, and most of its space comprises reclaimed lands.
Juffair district features one of the most distinctive locations in the Kingdom of Bahrain due to its extensive coastline on one hand, and its proximity from the city’s most renowned areas like Adliyah district, Qudaiybya and others.
Much like the entire Kingdom of Bahrain, expats, tourists, and young Bahraini nationals constitute the greater part of Juffair population.
Activities and economy:
As we mentioned above, the area of Juffair houses expats and young citizens mostly. Such a lively population formula has led to an always-ongoing hustle and activity in the area.
This, in turn, has caused some key industries like construction, real estate, hospitality, restaurants, and retail to bloom in Juffair. The neighborhood is also the site of fast-paced building activity as it is the home to many luxurious hotels, retail outlets and restaurants that the developers launch on a yearly basis.
Juffair also houses the American Navy Base in Bahrain, which has both, directly and indirectly, raised the bar for the construction and development companies working in the area as they have their own building safety requirements; the workers in the base constitute a remarkable percentage of the area’s population.
Attractions in Juffair:
The area’s most recognizable destination is probably Al Fateh Mosque, the largest mosque in the entire Bahraini kingdom. In addition to its spacious area and capacity (6,500 square meters and 7,000 people), the mosque comprises the world’s largest fiberglass dome; it also houses the National Library of Bahrain.
Al Shabab Avenue:
Aside from the kingdom’s largest worship place, Juffair district houses a multitude of restaurants and retail spaces. This is most notable in Al Shabab Road – also known as the American Alley, a street that is stacked with variant restaurants on both sides including the following spots:
1- Mooyah Burgers Fries and Shakes:
Type: Burger Joint
Rating: 4.4/5 (95 reviews)
Known for the variety of its menu items and the friendly staff, Mooyah is rated by many of its visitors as one of the best burger joints in the city.
Almost all the dishes Mooyah serves has received positive feedback from its reviewers, be it the burger itself, the sweet potato fries, or even the milkshakes.
Working Hours: 10:30AM – 03:00AM everyday.
Address: Building 494 A، 41 Shabab Ave, Manama, Bahrain.
Phone: +973 1717 9178.
2- Moti Mahal:
Rating: 4.1/5 (417 reviews).
Type: Indian.
With indoor and outdoor seating areas, Moti Mahal is the go-to spot for Indian food lovers in Juffair.
The large portions that the restaurant serves and the variation of famous spice- and flavor-rich meals there is a delight for your senses. It is famous for dishes like Biryani, Chicken Tikka, and Mix Grill.
Working Hours: 12PM – 12AM everyday.
Address: Shabab Ave, Manama, Bahrain.
Phone: +973 1782 5333.
3 – Texas Chicken:
Rating: 4.1 / 5 (200 reviews)
Type: American.
A cozy western fried chicken restaurant, many of Texas Chicken’s reviewers have been comparing the quality of its menu items to that of the world-renowned KFC, and that says something.
Aside from its relatively cheap prices, compliments have been especially directed towards the joint’s chicken wraps, jalapeno sandwiches, and the Honey Biscuits side dish.
Address: Bldg A485, Road 41, Block 340 AL Shabab Avenue, Juffair, Manama 340, Bahrain.
Working Hours:
Saturday to Wednesday: 10:00AM – 3:00AM.
Thursday and Friday: 10:00AM – 04:00AM.
Phone: +973 1330 0022
4- Urban Slice:
Rate: 4.3 / 5 (208 reviews)
Type: Pizza Restaurant
Considered by many people to be the best New York Style Pizzeria in the area, Urban Slice is a must-try for Pizza lovers living in Juffair and the surrounding areas as well.
While some reviewers criticized the high price range of the menu items, many of them agree that the large size delicious treat you are getting is worth it.
Most recommended dishes and pizzas include the American cheeseburger pizza and the Urban Deluxe.
Address: Shop 474B, Building 480, Road 41, Block 341,، Manama, Bahrain.
Working Hours: daily from 12PM to 12AM.
Phone: +973 1729 2971.
5- Healthy Calorie:
Rate: 4.3 / 5 (257 reviews)
Type: Healthy Food.
Thinking about sifting your diet and nutrition to healthy food or doing this already but worried you will not find something that fits your needs? Look no further.
Healthy Calorie, as its name clearly indicates, does not only cater to those who want to keep a healthy diet and lifestyle with high-quality dishes, it also provides delivery services.
The restaurant has a car parking space and seating areas both indoors and outdoors. Also, you don’t need to bother calculating the calories of the meal components yourself as each menu item has its number of total calories written right next to it.
Working hours: daily from 8:00AM to 12:30AM
Phone: +973 1736 9399
Malls in Juffair:
Juffair Mall is the most renowned shopping attraction in the area which houses one of the branches of Lulu Market, an international hypermarket brand.
The district’s eponymous mall is not the only retail destination it includes; there is Al Raya Mall, located a couple of blocks away from Juffair Mall. Also, at the entrance of the area, another retail destination, Morjan Shopping Mall, is situated.
Facilities and services in Juffair:
Juffair would not have become the lively area it is if it didn’t comprise easily-accessible facilities and services necessary for meeting its residents’ daily needs, not to mention the facilities in the surrounding areas.
For example, when it comes to healthcare, the district encompasses Bahrain Specialist Hospital, a medical center with shareholders from multiple GCC countries. Bahrain Specialist Hospital provides healthcare services for 25 medical specialties, in addition to psychiatric, nutrition, and plastic surgery.
Schools in Juffair:
Juffair district also encompasses educational facilities including the following schools:
1- New Generation Private School:
Address: Building No.1421, Road No. 4126, Block No. 341.
Language: English.
Curriculum: British.
Yearly fees: 1,485 BD.
New Generation Private School provides its educational services to students originating from more than 30 nationalities within the age range between 3 and 12 years.
This offers the children a diverse environment to grow and learn in which is further complemented with the various extracurricular activities they get a chance to participate in.
2- Modern Knowledge School:
Address: Building 515 Road 4209.
Language: English.
Curriculum: IB or American.
Yearly fees: 1,898 BD.
Modern Knowledge School provides educational services to all levels (age range: 3 – 18). The school also has Arabic as an additional language of instruction.
Also, to reinforce its curriculum and nurture the learning journey of its students, Modern Knowledge School supports a number of extracurricular activities including field trips and international trips.
The neighborhood also comprises institutes like the Religious Institute and Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance. Not to forget Isa Cultural Center, Manama Sports Club, Al Orouba Club, Bahrain Tennis Club, and Al Najmah Sports Club.
The cosmopolitan area of Juffair also has its fair share of the administrative facilities. This includes Bahrain’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Central Informatics Organization, and Bahrain Society of Engineers. The area is also home to the embassies of Nepal and Indonesia in Bahrain.
Hospitality sector:
As one of the most chosen areas for expats and young citizens of Bahrain, Juffair houses many luxurious hotels. The most renowned hotels in Juffair include
1- Somerset Al Fateh Bahrain:
Type: 5-star aparthotel.
Rating: 8.3 / 10 (733 reviews, booking.com)
Somerset Al Fateh comprises serviced hotel apartments with state-of-the-art equipped kitchens and all the needed high-end amenities including Satellite TV, a DVD Player, and high speed Wi-Fi connection.
Situated 15 minutes away from Bahrain International Airport by car, the hotel’s primary edge is its excellent location, sea view, professional staff, and the breakfast they serve.
The hotel also features several upscale facilities including a swimming pool, a fitness gym, sauna, steam baths, and a playground for children.
Address: No. 4668 , Road 2468, Block 0324, Bahrain 317, Juffair, Bahrain
Phone: +973 1781 1889
2- Marriott Executive Apartments:
Type: 5-star hotel.
Rating: 8.5 / 10 (311 reviews).
Promoting spectacular views of the city from its rooms’ balconies, Marriott Executive Apartments offers its guests hotel apartments with fully equipped kitchen including dishwashers and ovens.
The hotel’s location, 20 minutes away from Bahrain International Airport, has allowed it to be within the vicinity of some key locations in the city including Manama’s famous Souk as well as Qudaibiya Guest Palace.
The hotel’s restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine, and its other features include a swimming pool on the rooftop, a fitness gym, and a full-service spa.
Address: Building 864, Rd 2414, Manama, Bahrain
Phone: +973 1736 3999
3- Elite Crystal Hotel:
Type: 4-star hotel
Rating: 8.2 / 10 (2,199 reviews)
Located within the vicinity of the area’s landmarks including Al Fateh Grand Mosque, Juffair Mall, and Bahrain National Museum complex, Elite Crystal Hotel offers its guests high-end serviced suites with classy VIP amenities.
The hotel also houses several fascinating amenities that include an outdoor swimming pool, fitness gym, free car parking spaces, and fast Wi-Fi connection.
In addition to the hotel’s restaurant which serves daily breakfast buffet, Elite Crystal also features Awtar, a Middle Eastern restaurant serving scrumptious dinners.
Address: Road 2423, Block 324, Bldg 1373، Manama, Bahrain
Phone: +973 1736 0360
4- Wyndham Garden Manama:
Type: 4-star hotel
Rating: 8.2 / 10 (3,905 reviews).
With a location adjacent to that of Oasis Mall, Wyndham Garden Manama enjoys being within the proximity of Manama’s city center and Al Fateh Grand Mosque.
Wyndham Garden’s rooms compose of Satellite TVs, an equipped kitchen, and a dining area. The guests also get free access to a temperature-controlled outdoor swimming pool, car parking spaces, fitness gym, spa, steam baths, and alcohol-free floors for family.
Not only that, but Wyndham Garden also features several dining options for its guests including the Indian restaurant Jashan, the Italian cuisine-serving Trattoria, and Terasse @ 28 on the rooftop which serves Belgian and German dishes.
Address: Bldg No 65، Rd No 4003, Manama, Bahrain
Phone: +973 6631 6666
Property market:
With all these features, it only makes sense that Juffair is the most active property market in Bahrain. Additionally, Juffair is one of the Bahraini kingdom’s freehold areas, meaning non-Bahraini citizens are allowed to buy properties in it.
Residential Market:
Whatever you are seeking in the new home you are planning to move to, buying an apartment in Juffair area is a choice you should definitely consider. For example, if you are a young individual looking for a small private space to live in, it would cost 41000BD on average.
If you cannot afford to buy your own place, we recommend the rental option since there is plenty of flats for rent in Juffair. Rentals of studio apartments in Juffair range between 330BD and 400BD monthly.
An expat moving into Bahrain with your family? The district is expats’ favorite for a reason. You can find a one-bedroom apartment with a sea view for sale for around 50,000BHD.
If you’re looking for more spacious options, a fancy furnished two-bedroom apartment in Juffair can cost you around $80,000BD.
On the other hand, the cost of renting a one-bedroom flat in Juffair starts from 350BD monthly. As for the rentals of Juffair’s two-bedroom homes, they cost 630Bd on average.
It is worth mentioning Juffair is famous for its wide variety for residential options and high-rise towers. In the following link, you will find our list of the top 5 residential towers in the area.
Buildings:
If you’re more into large-scale investments, you can buy an upscale residential building located near Bahrain Specialist Hospital for 385000BD. Meanwhile, a commercial building in front of Ramee International Hotel has a price of 535,000BD, spans 417 square meters, and can earn you a fixed monthly rental income of 1,136BD.
Lands:
If you prefer purchasing a land plot and building your project on it, the area has many excellent investment land plots. For example, you can purchase a BB residential land in Juffair spanning 10,000 square feet for 657,510BD.
Also, if you plan to start your business there, you can buy a spacious commercial land in juffair that spans more than 21,000 square feet for 1,500,000BD.
In the end, whether you are an expat who is planning to move to Bahrain on their own or with their family, someone who is already living there and looking for better home options, or a real estate investor looking for a lucrative investment opportunity, Juffair district has the home and/or investment solutions you are looking for.
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