Spotless rooms
Rooms were cleaned to a high standard every day during one five-night stay.
Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park by IHG
Al Barsha South
Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park by IHG is an upscale hotel in Al Barsha South with airy rooms, two restaurants and a lively pub. Reviews point to spotless daily housekeeping, a quiet pool and a well-equipped gym.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
2,079 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Quiet atmosphere
Several guests describe the hotel and rooms as peaceful, making it easier to relax.
Breakfast choice
Breakfast is praised for its broad selection, with staff accommodating requests when something is missing.
Calm pool
The pool was reported to be uncrowded during a five-night stay, giving guests a quieter place to unwind.
Modern facilities
Guests describe the hotel as fresh, new and modern, with rooms and facilities that feel well maintained.
Business location
The Science Park setting is especially convenient for guests with work nearby and can help avoid heavy morning traffic.
Helpful check-in
Guests report fast check-in, helpful reception and occasional flexibility with early arrival or late departure.
Equipped gym
The gym is described as well equipped, with enough equipment for a proper workout.
Tips for a Better Visit
Plan coffee. Allow extra time for breakfast coffee, as one guest faced a large queue on both mornings.
Ask about transport. If you need to reach central attractions, ask about the free shuttle buses because the hotel is a little far from the centre.
Confirm services. Before booking, check which outlets, valet and restaurants will operate during quieter periods.
Check breakfast. Confirm breakfast hours and current inclusions in advance, since one guest reported being turned away while others were still eating.
Clarify parking. If arriving with a hybrid vehicle, confirm the charging-bay rules before parking.
Plan the visit
Practical details
36GX+8CH Dubai Science Park - Umm Suqeim St
Al Barsha South Second - Al Barsha South, Dubai
Popular Mentions
McGettigan's
The hotel’s restaurant is repeatedly mentioned for enjoyable meals and attentive service.
Free shuttle buses
The shuttle is a useful option for getting around when the Science Park location feels far from central Dubai.
Spa
A guest described the spa as clean and well maintained, with treatments available.
Event hall options
The hotel hosts venue visits and food tastings for people exploring event spaces.
Common Concerns
Breakfast value
One guest found breakfast expensive, with limited options and poor food quality.
Coffee queues
The coffee machine had a long queue on both mornings, which may slow down breakfast.
Service reductions
During a quiet stay, valet was removed and the restaurant closed; breakfast was moved to the Irish bar.
Maintenance issues
One stay included a loose toilet seat and a broken light, alongside complaints about old towels and missing replacements.
Parking dispute
A guest received a warning for parking a hybrid vehicle in a charging spot and felt the policy was applied inconsistently.
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The Bottom Line
Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park by IHG is a modern hotel in Al Barsha South that suits business trips around Science Park as well as longer Dubai stays. Guests can use the outdoor pool, gym and spa, eat at McGettigan’s, and book event or meeting spaces. The strongest thread in the reviews is the attentive, welcoming service, particularly at reception, breakfast and housekeeping.
Rooms are repeatedly described as new, clean, comfortable and quiet. One solo traveller staying five nights said daily cleaning was consistently thorough, while another guest mentioned a thoughtful exchange of notes with housekeeping. The pool was never overcrowded during that stay, and the gym was considered well equipped.
Breakfast usually receives positive comments for variety and fresh food, and McGettigan’s is praised for its restaurant service. There is one practical snag: a guest faced a long coffee-machine queue on both mornings, while another found breakfast expensive with limited options. The hotel also has free shuttle buses, useful because some guests find the location a little far from the centre.
Service levels are not entirely consistent. During one low-occupancy visit, valet was removed, the restaurant closed and breakfast moved to the Irish bar; room maintenance issues were also reported. Confirm operating services, breakfast hours and hybrid-parking rules before arrival.