Sunday Hotel Al Barsha Dubai Mall of the Emirates Formerly Grand Excelsior Al barsha vs Similar Hotels

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.

Rooms were spacious, but there were issues with smells and smoking.

Large rooms but some have outdated interiors.

Rooms were spacious but noted to have outdated furniture and maintenance issues.

Multiple reviews report very poor cleanliness: dirty bathrooms, towels with hair, stained carpets, full bins and generally 'super dirty' rooms.

Multiple complaints about cleanliness and smoking smells in non-smoking rooms.

Issues with bad smell and old equipment during stay.

Multiple guests noted poor cleaning, unwashed areas, and dirty bathrooms.

Location was explicitly praised in reviews ('The location') and appears convenient for multiple guests.

Close proximity to the mall and suitable for families.

Good location near attractions and services.

Location was praised for being close to metro and other amenities.

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.)

Staff were friendly and accommodating, although there were some issues with booking.

Staff demonstrated outstanding professionalism and hospitality.

The staff were repeatedly described as friendly and helpful.

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.

Breakfast had some positive remarks but included complaints about overcooked food.

No specific mentions about food quality.

Food was deemed average and repetitive; breakfast was particularly criticized.

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.

Good amenities including a pool and gym, with some areas needing improvement.

Standard amenities but issues reported regarding facilities.

Amenities like free parking were appreciated, although some were not adequate.

Some guests specifically call out good price with breakfast included and repeat stays, indicating perceived good value for certain visitors.

Room pricing seems generally acceptable, but some aspects require improvement.

Perceived expensive for the quality with bad smell noted.

Good value perception but breakfast quality lowered the score.