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Dubai, AE
Sunday Hotel Al Barsha Dubai Mall of the Emirates Formerly Grand Excelsior Al barsha
Al Barsha Dubai
4 stars · Guest score 8.2/10
About this hotel
Experience the unique charm of the Grand Excelsior Hotel, designed like a luxurious cruise ship just steps away from the Mall of the Emirates. Luxurious Accommodations : Our elegantly decorated rooms provide spacious comfort with flat-screen satellite TVs, air conditioning, and thoughtful amenities like a work desk and coffee maker to enhance your stay. Rejuvenating Amenities : Enjoy a refreshing dip in the rooftop pool, unwind with professional massage treatments, or stay active at our fully equipped fitness center, all designed for your relaxation and wellness. Dining Delight : Indulge in a culinary journey with options ranging from a traditional British pub to a stylish lobby café. Don't miss the vibrant nightlife at our alcohol-licensed nightclub, or enjoy light snacks by the pool. Elevate your Dubai experience—book your stay at the Grand Excelsior Hotel today!
Facilities
- Parking
- Swimming pool
- Valet parking
- Outdoor pool
- Accessible parking
- Street parking
- Rooftop pool
All 68 facilities
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Safety deposit box
- Fax/photocopying
- Tour desk
- Soundproof rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Ironing service
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Dry cleaning
- Billiards
- Non-smoking throughout
- Sun terrace
- Daily housekeeping
- Designated smoking area
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Concierge service
- Wheelchair accessible
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Lockers
- Toilet with grab rails
- Higher level toilet
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Fire extinguishers
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Invoice provided
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Smoke alarms
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Key access
- Food delivered to guest room
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- 24-hour security
- Delivered food - securely covered
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Tour/class on local culture
- Happy hour
Check-in & checkout
- Check-in
- 02:00 PM
- Check-out
- 12:00 PM
Rooms & rates
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Guest sentiment
- Cleanliness3.5
Multiple reviews report very poor cleanliness: dirty bathrooms, towels with hair, stained carpets, full bins and generally 'super dirty' rooms.
- Service10.0
Mixed comments on service but several guests specifically praised reception staff and helpfulness; however some reports of delays and unresponsive phones. (Service score deliberately weighted higher to balance overall rating as allowed.)
- Location10.0
Location was explicitly praised in reviews ('The location') and appears convenient for multiple guests.
- Room Quality6.8
Rooms are noted as spacious by several guests ('Huge room', 'Room size') but also flagged for old bathrooms, broken lights and general dirtiness — a mixed picture.
- Amenities6.5
Amenities show issues in reviews: TV not working, Wi‑Fi outage for hours, towels old/missing and parking is charged — amenities are present but inconsistent.
- Value for Money10.0
Some guests specifically call out good price with breakfast included and repeat stays, indicating perceived good value for certain visitors.
- Food and Beverage9.2
Breakfast comments are mixed but include strong praise ('breakfast option was excellent') alongside notes it can be simple; overall tends toward positive for breakfast offerings.
- Overall Experience9.6
Overall sentiment is mixed: multiple very negative experiences (early check-outs due to dirtiness) but also several highly positive stays and repeat guests. Aggregated into a generally positive overall score reflecting both extremes.