Pressure control
Therapists regularly check comfort and adjust pressure, making sessions suitable for anything from moderate to hard massage.
Soul Senses Spa & Wellness- Novotel Hotel, Al Barsha
Al Barsha
Soul Senses Spa & Wellness at Novotel Hotel, Al Barsha is a massage spa focused on relaxing, therapeutic treatments. Reviews particularly highlight Balinese and deep tissue massages, with sauna and steam-room access available as part of some spa experiences.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
863 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Strong technique
Reviews describe deep tissue work that reaches tension points, including neck, calves, upper back and stiffness from desk work.
Clean setting
Customers consistently describe the spa and treatment rooms as clean, calm, quiet and inviting.
Steam access
Some spa packages include use of the sauna and steam room, adding a useful recovery step around the massage.
Thoughtful finish
Several visits included a welcome drink followed by hot tea, nuts or light snacks after treatment.
Facial option
The HydraFacial review also mentions a relaxing face, head and shoulder massage during the treatment.
Long sessions
A two-hour Balinese massage was described as unhurried and deeply relaxing, with the time passing quickly.
Tips for a Better Visit
State pressure. Tell the therapist your preferred pressure and mention problem areas; reviews show sessions can be adjusted during treatment.
Consider two hours. If you want a longer, slower treatment, a two-hour Balinese booking was specifically praised for feeling fully relaxing.
Try facilities. Ask whether your booking includes sauna and steam-room use, as one spa experience included both.
Book by WhatsApp. WhatsApp was described as an easy way to arrange appointments, useful if you prefer booking before arriving.
Check packages. Look out for spa packages or promotions: one customer booked a refreshing spa dip package through Groupon.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Novotel Hotel - Sheikh Zayed Rd - opposite InsuranceMarket Metro Station
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Aromatherapy massage
A 90-minute aromatherapy treatment was paired with a face mask and hair massage in one review.
Herbal Compression Massage
Customers describe warm herbal compresses as soothing and therapeutic for working out tension.
Herbal Ball massage 90 mins
A 90-minute Herbal Ball treatment was described as a complete, well-executed experience.
Common Concerns
No concerns reported yet.
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The Bottom Line
Soul Senses Spa & Wellness at the Novotel Hotel, Al Barsha suits visitors who want a proper massage rather than a quick beauty stop. Reviews highlight Balinese massage, deep tissue massage, aromatherapy massage and foot reflexology, with therapists often checking pressure and concentrating on specific tension areas such as the neck, calves, upper back and desk-related muscle cramps. The setting is repeatedly described as clean, quiet, calm and relaxing.
Some experiences include sauna and steam-room use, while the small extras are a welcome drink on arrival and hot tea, nuts or light snacks afterward. A two-hour Balinese session was recommended by one hotel guest who wanted a more complete unwind, though treatment length and inclusions should be confirmed when booking. There are also facial and body-treatment options.
A HydraFacial review mentions a head, face and shoulder massage during the mask stage, while the Herbal Compression Massage uses warm herbal compresses to soothe tension. For a first visit, tell the therapist whether you want moderate or hard pressure and point out any problem areas. WhatsApp booking was described as easy, and one customer found a Groupon spa-dip package worthwhile.