Castle Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (14985 reviews)
Gardiner Row/Great Denmark St , Dublin , ie
+353 1 874 6949

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable decor
Friendly staff
Great location
Warm ambiance
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Shower pressure inadequate
Breakfast options could be better

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
Some reviews indicate that the cleanliness was not impeccable and there were issues like a bad odor in the bathroom.
Service
9.15
Guests praised the staff's helpfulness and friendliness, particularly during check-in and breakfast.
Location
9.15
Multiple reviews highlight the hotel's excellent location, being close to attractions and public transport.
Room Quality
7.65
While some rooms were described as comfortable, there were complaints about room size and issues with shower pressure.
Amenities
8.15
Amenities like breakfast options were mentioned, though some were not highly rated.
Value for Money
8.65
Overall, guests felt the price was reasonable for the quality of their stay despite a few drawbacks.
Food and Beverage
8.15
The breakfast selection was noted as good, but some guests had issues with specific meal preparations.
Overall Experience
8.65
Guests generally enjoyed their stay and would recommend the hotel despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 12:00

Property Description

Sophisticated Georgian Elegance

The Castle Hotel, a refined Georgian gem in Dublin's city center, invites you to experience a blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Admire the original staircases, crystal chandeliers, and marble fireplaces that adorn this recently renovated establishment.

Individually Designed Rooms

Each room at The Castle Hotel is a unique haven of elegance, offering en suite bathrooms, hairdryers, direct dial telephones, and tea/coffee making facilities. Unwind in style and comfort amidst the sophisticated Georgian decor.

Culinary Delights and Entertainment

Indulge in exquisite dining at the Castle Vaults bar/restaurant, housed in 18th-century wine cellars, or savor a meal at The Old Music Shop restaurant overlooking a Gothic Revival Church. Enjoy live traditional Irish music, modern cuisine, and a variety of menus to suit every palate.

To immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Dublin, book your stay at The Castle Hotel today.

Important information:

There is live Traditional Irish Music every night.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 under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 14985 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 8.15
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Jake • solo_traveller • us
10
Wonderful
Pros:

The Staff at this hotel are some of the best in the world. Treat them with respect and they will treat you like family.

Cons:

I wish the hotel had Air conditioning.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Betty • couple • ch
10
Recomendable
Pros:

Mucho

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Henrique • couple • pt
6
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Carolanne • solo_traveller • gb
7
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Matthias • extended_group • ch
7
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Simona • family_with_children • mx
10
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Adam • solo_traveller • au
6
Okay as long as you get a room that is at the back of the hotel and away from the busy road.
Pros:

The staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good. The room I stayed in after I asked to be moved was adequate with a comfy bed.

Cons:

On the first night I was given a very substandard room. It was facing a very busy street with dozens of buses pulling up outside til the small hours and then recommencing very early. The windows were single pane and offered no sound proofing. I could not open the windows because of the noise and the room became very hot and stuffy. There was no a/c or fan. Definitely NOT worth what they are charging for that standard of accommodation. After a sleepless night, I had to ask to be moved to another room at the back of the hotel.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Ava • couple • ie
10
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Ramon • solo_traveller • es
9
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Maureen • solo_traveller • us
10
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Sebastian • solo_traveller • de
9
Perfekter Ausgangspunkt um Dublin zu erkunden.
Pros:

Sehr schönes Hotel und guter Ausgangspunkt, um Dublin fussläufig zu erkunden. Das Hotel ist echt groß, was man ihm von draußen gar nicht ansieht. Eigenes Restaurant, jeden Abend Unterhaltung durch Live-Musik und zwei verschiedene Frühstücksmöglichkeiten zur Auswahl. Parkmöglichkeiten im Hinterhof stehen für 15€ pro Nacht zur Verfügung. Das Personal ist sehr nett und steht stets freundlich und hilfsbereit zur Stelle.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Angela • extended_group • ro
10
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Rosemary • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Bernd • family_with_children • de
8
Pros:

Live Musik im Barbereich war toll und ein schönes reichhaltiges Frühstück.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • us
7
Great Staff, Moderate Jotel
Pros:

The Staff were all friendly and helpful. The hotel, though old and in need of an update re., is very well maintained throughout. The breakfast was adequate.

Cons:

No hot water the first night. Access to many rooms required climbing stairs. Location is about half a mile from sights and shopping.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Martina • family_with_children • it
6
Migliorabile
Pros:

Struttura storica, camera spaziosa. Colazione ok. Personale della reception cordiale.

Cons:

Pulizia alquanto approssimativa, sicuramente non consona a un 4 stelle. Idem i servizi.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Kori-leigh • family_with_children • gb
10
It was incredible, i will be back.
Pros:

The staff were really lovely and when we first arrived and were extremely accommodating! Our room was also gorgeous.

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

La ubicación, está céntrico. Los desayunos muy bien, sobre todo el buffet Continental. El personal muy amable. Y destaco la limpieza de la habitación y demás.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Sibel • solo_traveller • gb
6
OK for a short stay
Pros:

My room was large and the bed was comfortable. The self-service continental breakfast was more than generous with a wide variety of healthy options including lots of fresh fruit and vegetables, seeds, yogurt, eggs, cheeses, cereals, etc. A cooked breakfast was also available in a separate dining room. The hotel is located within walking distance of some of the sights, although some were a fair walk away (20 minutes plus).

Cons:

The hotel is a maze of long, narrow corridors with uneven and creaky floors. The decor throughout is decidedly old-fashioned and cluttered. My bathroom was modern but the shower pressure (on the third floor) was very low. There were a lot of drunks loitering on the main street next to the hotel. As a solo traveller, I did not feel safe walking past them, so I did not go out at night.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Elif • extended_group • tr
6
Cons:

The housekeeping staff showed up at our door early in the morning and kept insisting that they needed to clean the room, saying they had to finish by 2 PM. We had just come back from a concert and were trying to sleep, but we were woken up by the housekeeping noise at around 9 AM, which was extremely frustrating.
The cleaning itself was also very poor. The bathroom was not properly cleaned, and even the trash in the room had not been taken out.
Overall, the housekeeping service was absolutely terrible and affected our stay

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee