Mall access
Mall of the Emirates is about a six-minute walk away, making shopping and nearby dining straightforward.
Flora Al Barsha Hotel At The Mall
Al Barsha
Flora Al Barsha Hotel At The Mall is a contemporary hotel in Al Barsha with a 24-hour buffet restaurant and coffee shop, plus a spa and rooftop pool. Reviews point to spacious, well-kept rooms, strong breakfast service and easy walking access to Mall of the Emirates and the metro.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
3,747 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Spacious rooms
Rooms are repeatedly described as spacious, clean and comfortable, with one room featuring a sofa by the window.
Metro access
The nearest metro connection is within an easy walk, with one guest reporting a five-minute route to Insurance Market station.
Breakfast
Breakfast earns praise for fresh fruit, hot options and attentive service, with several guests calling the food very good.
Quiet rooms
Some guests found the rooms quiet, with comfortable beds and practical controls for cleaning or do-not-disturb requests.
Fast support
A reported Wi-Fi connection problem was solved immediately at reception, a useful sign for guests working or staying longer.
Spa treatment
One spa guest described a relaxing atmosphere, professional therapists and noticeable improvement after a massage.
Parking
A guest specifically praised the hotel's parking alongside its location and breakfast.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check room type. If cigarette odour matters, confirm you are not being assigned a smoking-room floor before settling in.
Confirm booking. Keep your booking details handy at check-in and clarify any proposed changes before cancelling an online reservation.
Set breakfast expectations. Breakfast includes fresh fruit and hot options, but do not expect a particularly wide range of choices.
Plan walking. You can walk to Mall of the Emirates in roughly five to eight minutes, useful for shopping, restaurants and Carrefour.
Ask for sheets. Towels were changed regularly, but request more frequent sheet changes if that is important to you.
Use metro. The metro is close enough to be practical for getting around Dubai without relying entirely on taxis.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Sheikh Zayed Rd - near Mall of The Emirates
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Spanish Latte
The in-hotel café was praised for serving a Spanish Latte, which one guest particularly enjoyed.
CAFÉ 39
CAFÉ 39 receives a positive mention for attentive service and a warm welcome.
Common Concerns
Management concerns
Two reviews describe defensive or dismissive handling of guest problems by a duty manager, including a booking dispute.
Smoking smell
One guest reported cigarette odour in a sixth-floor room despite not booking a smoking room; spraying helped only temporarily.
Limited variety
Breakfast was considered good value but standard, with one guest finding the choice narrower than expected.
Small gym
The gym has maintained equipment, but one returning guest found the space small.
Deposit dispute
A restaurant guest disputed an AED 15 deposit deduction after returning a tabbouleh salad and said reimbursement came only after mentioning a complaint.
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The Bottom Line
Flora Al Barsha Hotel At The Mall is a practical Al Barsha base for shoppers, families and business travellers who want large rooms and easy transport. Mall of the Emirates is generally reported as a five- to eight-minute walk, while Insurance Market metro station is also close enough to reach on foot. That makes the hotel useful for shopping, restaurants and moving across Dubai without staying in a resort-style setting.
Breakfast is a main strength in the reviews: guests mention fresh fruit, hot options and attentive service, while the 24-hour buffet restaurant and coffee shop add flexibility. The in-hotel café is also mentioned for its Spanish Latte, and one guest had a positive spa massage experience. Parking received a specific thumbs-up, and the gym has well-maintained equipment, though the space is small.
Rooms are commonly described as spacious, clean, quiet and comfortable. A few practical details stand out, including a sofa by the window, a bathtub and simple buttons for cleaning or do-not-disturb requests. Families also reported comfortable stays, including a visit with a 20-month-old child.
There are caveats. Breakfast variety may feel limited, and one guest encountered cigarette smell on a smoking-room floor. More seriously, several reviews raise concerns about slow or confrontational management responses, so keep booking details and any deposit questions clearly documented.