Novotel Dubai Al Barsha

Home away from home in Dubai!

We loved the hotel. It was in a good location near the Mall of Emirates. The Sharaf DG station a NYC block away from the hotel. We had a 2-bedroom suite. It had everything...a full kitchen with a large dining table, each bedroom had an ensuite bathroom. I had a queen bed in the master and my niece had 2 twins in her room. Oh, off the living room there was a 1/2 bathroom too. We didn't use the restaurant but room service was good and quick! We did stop by the cafe a few times. Each time my latte was perfect and the pastries were good. The staff were all friendly and helpful (with one exception see my dislikes).

I'm use to a comfy bed at home and their bed is very firm. I didn't have the best sleeping experience. Also, the wifi access was hit or miss (the hotel mgr says they are working on this). Don't use the hotel taxi, it's a ripoff!! We asked for a cab to Aquaventure and was charged 60 AED. When we return using a regular metered taxi the rate was 24 AED. I didn't like the feeling of being taking advantage of because we are tourists.