Mall access
Mall of the Emirates is a short walk away, with restaurants and everyday facilities nearby.
Citymax Hotel Al Barsha
Al Barsha
Citymax Hotel Al Barsha is a budget-friendly hotel near Mall of the Emirates and metro access. It suits short business or leisure stays, with clean, compact rooms, a rooftop pool, a small but well-equipped gym, and on-site dining including a café and pub.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
834 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Metro proximity
Several reviews describe the metro as close and local transport as reachable within a 5–10-minute walk.
Clean rooms
Guests regularly mention neat, clean rooms and daily housekeeping, including towel and linen changes.
Helpful service
Many guests found the team friendly and quick to handle requests, including room moves and luggage assistance.
Good value
The hotel is repeatedly described as worthwhile for its price, especially for short stays and convenient access around Al Barsha.
Compact gym
The gym is small but one guest found it sufficiently equipped for a solid cardio workout.
On-site food
Reviews of the restaurant and café mention fresh, well-prepared food and attentive dining-room service.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm smoking. Confirm a non-smoking room before arrival and ask what happens if the hotel is full; some guests were given smoking rooms despite booking otherwise.
Check hotel name. Tell your taxi driver the exact Citymax location: one guest was taken to the other Citymax in the same area.
Ask about parking. Check parking availability and charges before driving, since one review describes parking as limited and paid.
Set breakfast expectations. If breakfast variety matters, ask what is included and compare the rate before booking; reviews range from decent to very limited.
Plan the visit
Practical details
4673+G9G - Plot no 3731298 Al Barsha Rd
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Netflix
One guest appreciated being able to use Netflix in the room after a long day.
rooftop pool
The rooftop pool is a useful hotel amenity, though reviews describe it as small and sometimes affected by wind.
Prawns Biryani
A room-service review specifically mentions Prawns Biryani, while criticising its portion balance.
breakfast buffet
Breakfast is available as a buffet, but one guest found the selection very limited.
Common Concerns
Room cooling
Some guests reported weak or non-working air conditioning, including one case where repeated calls and a late technician visit did not solve it.
Weak internet
Wi-Fi was described as weak or unreliable by several guests, and one review also mentioned poor mobile coverage in the room.
Small rooms
Some guests found the rooms, beds, or pillows smaller than expected.
Smoking rooms
Guests who booked non-smoking rooms reported being assigned smoking rooms when the hotel was full, with lingering cigarette smell.
Breakfast variety
Breakfast opinions vary, but several reviews describe the buffet as limited or in need of more variety.
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The Bottom Line
Citymax Hotel Al Barsha is a practical base for shoppers, commuters and short-stay travellers. Mall of the Emirates is within walking distance, the metro is nearby, and restaurants are close by. Reviews also mention clean, comfortable rooms, daily housekeeping and smooth check-in, making the hotel appealing when location and value matter more than spacious accommodation.
There is enough here to keep a simple stay convenient: a rooftop pool, a compact gym, on-site restaurant and café, plus an English pub. The gym is described as small but well equipped, while food reviews mention fresh dishes and attentive dining service. Netflix in the room was another welcome touch for one guest.
The experience is not completely consistent. Several guests praised quick, friendly help, but others reported rude reception interactions or difficulty getting issues resolved. Air-conditioning faults, weak Wi-Fi and poor mobile coverage also appear in the reviews.
Rooms can feel small, and breakfast ranges from decent to a buffet with only about six types of food. Confirm a non-smoking room and parking arrangements before arrival, and make sure your taxi is heading to the correct Citymax property.