Schoolhouse Hotel

Hotels
9 (2349 reviews)
2 - 8 Northumberland Road , Dublin , ie

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Allergy-free room
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Inconsistent food quality
Bathroom size could be improved

Categories

Cleanliness
9.25
The property was well maintained and clean.
Service
9.25
Staff were friendly and welcoming; excellent reception.
Location
9.25
Great location, convenient to attractions.
Room Quality
9.25
Beautiful rooms with character, lovely ambiance.
Amenities
8.75
Amenities were adequate but some guests missed items like a mini fridge.
Value for Money
8.75
Good value considering overall experience and location.
Food and Beverage
8.25
Food quality was inconsistent; some dishes were praised while others criticized.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall, very satisfied and would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 10:47

Property Description

Charming Historic Building
Experience the enchanting ambiance of our meticulously restored 1859 schoolhouse in the heart of Ballsbridge.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a variety of dining options, from relaxed gastro delights to formal experiences, all served in our bustling kitchen from 7am until late.

Convenient Location
Perfectly situated for both leisure and business guests, with easy access to Dublin's top attractions, business hubs, and transportation services.

Book your stay at Schoolhouse today and uncover the hidden gem of leafy Ballsbridge.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DUB

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 14 years old stay for € 15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 14 years old stay for € 25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 2349 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.25
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 9.25
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 8.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
L
Loretta couple ie
8
Will stay again & recommend to friends
Pros:

Location excellent. Walking distance of town . Comfy bed and good shower

Cons:

Air conditioning too loud and tricky to control

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Natalia solo_traveller fr
10
2026-03-14 via Nuitee
A
Anthony solo_traveller ie
9
Comfortable well located hotel
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Not enough parking

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
J
John solo_traveller ie
9
Very good
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Expensive breakfast

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
E
Emma couple ie
10
Definitely be back
Pros:

Fab location, beautiful period building
Great food , nice staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
D
Deirdre family_with_children gb
8
2026-03-12 via Nuitee
D
David solo_traveller gb
8
Pleasant
Pros:

Cleanliness

Cons:

Very expensive breakfast at 25 euros, also room prices very high on Friday

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
D
David Nutt solo_traveller gb
9
Comfy large rooms in quiet location
Pros:

Large comfy bed and room, quiet hotel, friendly staff

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
S
Sandra solo_traveller ua
10
Absolutely love this place.
Pros:

I have stayed in this wonderful place more than once and will definitely come back again.
It’s amazing that it is within walking distance of a transport hub, yet it is completely quiet.
From the window you can see a cozy courtyard, and instead of traffic noise you hear birds singing.
The cleanliness is always at a very high level.

The staff are very pleasant and attentive.
The café at the hotel has a very cozy atmosphere, and a real fireplace creates a special feeling of comfort. It is also within walking distance of Oscar Wilde Park.

In the morning it’s always a little hard to leave — every time I find myself looking for a reason to stay a bit longer.

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
B
Bryan solo_traveller us
10
A charming retreat in Ballsbridge
Pros:

Great property, beautiful rooms, great staff and a wonderful location. I love Ballsbridge and the property was well situated there!!

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
C
Cara solo_traveller de
10
Super!111
Pros:

It was relaxing was excellent and the service was

2026-03-08 via Nuitee
R
Rachael solo_traveller ie
7
Good location and lovely little spot.
Pros:

Great location for a Bord Gais concert, only 10 mins walk up the road. The history was great and the restaurant was very cosy and rustic. Restaurant staff were spot on, easygoing and very accommodating, 5 stars for them!

Loved the chalkboard at the entrance but would have liked to see the schoolhouse theme throughout the rooms and halls, but overall bedroom styling was lovely too.

Cons:

Only downside to the restaurant was the food options, would have liked to see another steak option like ribeye. I ordered the fish and I thought it was too salty.

The check in receptionist seemed a little off with my husband, he thought she wasn’t as approachable or welcoming as we would have liked. Even checking out, he left earlier than me and he said he looked up to say hello, the 3 staff members just looked at him and didn’t say anything. He was surprised by this.

2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
4
Good looking but cold
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Contacted reception at 17.00 for meal they said it would take an hour and a half. Arrived back to find bar shut at 23.00. Despite paying over £350 no breakfast included. Looks nice but cold reception. Avoid

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
D
Debra family_with_children ie
10
2026-03-07 via Nuitee
M
Mary solo_traveller us
9
Unique property, Great Location.
Pros:

The location is excellent - you can easily walk to the historic center of Dublin and to stadium/concert venues (which is how I first found the hotel). There is also a DART station close to the hotel. The rooms are comfortable and larger than you might anticipate at first glance. I love the history of the property and the respectful way it has been updated. The gastropub is beautiful and the service is great.

Cons:

I know this is nitpicking, but I have found when traveling in Europe over the last year I have found it very difficult to find news programs on television; I realize this may be because I have chosen to stay at smaller properties. It is annoying to have to set up YouTube, Netflix, Google every time I turn on the television just to find out what is happening around you and what the weather will be the next day or to relax.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
S
Smyth couple ie
10
2026-03-05 via Nuitee
Αλκιβιαδης solo_traveller gr
10
2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Leticia couple us
9
Wonderful stay in this very comfortable hotel with lots of character.
Pros:

Great historical old school house, lots of character.

Cons:

The only downside was that the shower had not water pressure. Bed was very comfortable.

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
T
tomas family_with_children ie
10
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Ross family_with_children ie
6
Good location, hotel is not the most comfortable
Pros:

Location was great, dinner was excellent

Cons:

This should be a 3 star hotel, hotel was old fashioned and a bit run down

2026-03-01 via Nuitee