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Grand Excelsior Hotel Al Barsha

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Property entrance
Ambassador One-Bedroom Suite (Complimentary Shuttle to the Beach and Mall of the Emirates) | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Ambassador One-Bedroom Suite (Complimentary Shuttle to the Beach and Mall of the Emirates) | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk
Grand Excelsior Hotel Al Barsha in central Dubai offers a comfy base near winter sports. Enjoy two restaurants with international cuisine and kids' options, plus a spa with massages, manicures, and body treatments. Guests love the outdoor pool and high-speed WiFi.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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View all photos for Superior King/ Twin Room (Complimentary Shuttle to the Beach and Mall of the Emirates)

1 bedroom, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior King/ Twin Room (Complimentary Shuttle to the Beach and Mall of the Emirates)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe King/ Twin Room (Complimentary Shuttle to the Beach and Mall of the Emirates)

1 bedroom, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe King/ Twin Room (Complimentary Shuttle to the Beach and Mall of the Emirates)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive King/ Twin Room (Complimentary Shuttle to the Beach and Mall of the Emirates)

1 bedroom, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Executive King/ Twin Room (Complimentary Shuttle to the Beach and Mall of the Emirates)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Ambassador One-Bedroom Suite (Complimentary Shuttle to the Beach and Mall of the Emirates)

Ambassador One-Bedroom Suite (Complimentary Shuttle to the Beach and Mall of the Emirates) | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Ambassador One-Bedroom Suite (Complimentary Shuttle to the Beach and Mall of the Emirates)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Ambassador Suite

1 bedroom, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Ambassador Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
60th Street, Al Barsha 1, Dubai, 213434

What's nearby

  • Mall of the Emirates - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ski Dubai - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Souk Madinat Jumeirah - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Wild Wadi Water Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Burj Al Arab - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Mall of the Emirates Station - 19 min walk
  • Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sherlock's Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪King's Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kababi Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Falafil Al Rabiah Al Khadra - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Helal Albarsha Grocery - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Grand Excelsior Hotel Al Barsha

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Mall of the Emirates
Located close to Ski Dubai, Grand Excelsior Hotel Al Barsha provides a nightclub, a poolside bar, and a grocery/convenience store. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a body treatment, and a massage at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a rooftop terrace and 3 coffee shops/cafes.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff, an elevator, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All 230 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers or deep soaking bathtubs plus bidets and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and childcare services

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AED 65 for adults and AED 35 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • A La Grand
  • Copacabana
  • On The Grill

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,001 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AED 200
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AED 200

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AED 150.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AED 300 per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: AED 15.00 per accommodation, per night
    • A tourism fee is imposed by the city and collected at the property. The fee is AED 15.00 for the first bedroom per night, and increases by AED 15.00 per night for each additional bedroom.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AED 65 for adults and AED 35 for children
  • Early check-in fee: AED 200 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AED 200 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AED 150.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Grand Excelsior
Grand Excelsior Dubai
Grand Excelsior Hotel
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Grand Excelsior Al Barsha
Excelsior Al Barsha Dubai
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Grand Excelsior Hotel Al Barsha Dubai
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Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Excelsior Hotel Al Barsha have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Grand Excelsior Hotel Al Barsha pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grand Excelsior Hotel Al Barsha?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grand Excelsior Hotel Al Barsha?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of AED 200 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Grand Excelsior Hotel Al Barsha?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for AED 200 (subject to availability).

Where is Grand Excelsior Hotel Al Barsha located?

This family-friendly Dubai hotel is located in the entertainment district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Fatima Abdullah Mohammed Rasheed Mosque, Mall of the Emirates, and Ski Dubai. Burj Al Arab and Souk Madinat Jumeirah are also within 3 mi (5 km). Mall of the Emirates Station is 19 minutes by foot and Mashreq Metro Station is 21 minutes.

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