White Sands Hotel

Hotels
Independent
7.6 (136 reviews)
Portmarnock, Portmarnock, County Dublin , Portmarnock , IE

Facilities

Nightclub
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Luggage storage
Elevator
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable accommodations
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Room cleanliness issues
Uncomfortable mattress
Tired room appearance

Categories

Cleanliness
6.78
Some reviews mentioned stains and tired appearance in the room, affecting overall cleanliness.
Service
8.25
Multiple reviews highlighted the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Location
8.29
Great location with a beautiful view and proximity to the beach praised in several reviews.
Room Quality
6.74
While many found the rooms comfortable, issues with the bed firmness and view limitation were noted.
Amenities
8.27
Good amenities including heated towels, breakfast options, and complimentary items noted positively.
Value for Money
7.33
Considered decent value, but some guests felt service might not fully justify the pricing.
Food and Beverage
7.78
Breakfast and dinner received positive feedback, enhancing the overall dining experience.
Overall Experience
7.35
Mixed sentiments with both high praises and some concerns regarding room quality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 13:30

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Services
Indulge in onsite massages and enjoy a vibrant nightclub. Benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi, babysitting services, and a charming banquet hall.

Dining at The Oasis Bar and Grill
Savor British cuisine at the beachfront bar/lounge offering alfresco dining. Experience room service and relish full breakfast options daily.

Convenient Features and Location
Exploit business center facilities, free newspapers, and dry cleaning services. Stay connected with free parking, complimentary Wi-Fi, and cable TV.

Book now to experience the deluxe offerings at White Sands Hotel in Portmarnock, ideally located near Malahide Castle and other top attractions.

Important information:

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: DUB

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 136 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.78
Service: 8.25
Location: 8.29
Room Quality: 6.74
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 7.33
Food and Beverage: 7.78
Overall Experience: 7.35
E
Esther family
10
Pros:

The people was very nice and helpful

2025-10-13 via Nuitee
P
Patrick
10
Pros:

Breakfast was great. The rooms were nice with heated towels & floor. Nice ocean view. The owners just need to add the dining hours to the website for people getting in late or leaving early.

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth family
10
Pros:

Beautiful view - great location!

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
I
Ian
10
Pros:

Staff was Extremely nice and Friendly, made an effort to make you feel at home !!

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
R
Raymund
10
Pros:

Extraordinary location in front of the Irish Sea and Lambay Island and Ireland[s Eye in view and Portmarnock Beach immediately in front.
Nothing negative. A real find.

For publication please use my initials RC

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
N
Nigel family
10
Pros:

Friendly staff, large, very comfortable room with a view and a comprehensive breakfast.

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
K
KELLY
10
Pros:

What lovely hosts who accommodated our 5am arrival and gave us an undisturbed later check out. This made a huge difference having a delay in our arrival and a long flight. The accommodations were clean, quiet and very comfortable. Thank you

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
M
Mickey
6
Pros:

When we arrived a gentleman that wasnt working on reception but was behind desk seemed to be a handy man,well he was very rude to be honest wasnt a very nice welcome

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
S
Sylvia partner
10
Pros:

Loved being across from the beach
Loved the bathtub
Staff very friendly
Coffee and tea in room

Bed too firm, uncomfortable
Tight walk around bed
Could hear people in adjoining room talking

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
L
Laverne friends
10
Pros:

Stunning view, friendly staff, ease to public transport

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
I
Ian family
8
Pros:

Great location directly opposite the beach. Basic facilities. Friendly staff

2025-09-05 via Nuitee
T
Theresa
10
Pros:

This was a great find in Portmarnock
The staff was lovely. The accommodations were perfect, and I highly recommend it.

2025-09-04 via Nuitee
J
James C family
10
Pros:

Very nice place to stay. Staff was exceptional helpful and friendly.

2025-09-02 via Nuitee
C
cath
8
Pros:

Friendly staff, appreciated Mary's recommendations

2025-08-23 via Nuitee
M
MATTHEW
10
Would defo come back
Pros:

Great hotel, staff and food lovely

2025-08-21 via Nuitee
V
valerie friends
10
Pros:

Loved our stay there at the weekend . Hotel is in lovely location and the staff are so friendly !

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
C
CASEY
4
Pros:

Skip it

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
P
patrick
8
A happy mistake
Pros:

We just wanted to get away for two days in Kerry. I went onto trivago and put in the white sands, ballyheigue which sent me to hotels.com. The rate was ok but there was a button on the page that asked you to register for a cheaper rate which I did. When I came out of that page I ended up on the Portmarnock White Sands without realising it. The rate was cheaper so I booked it straight away only realising my error when I got the confirmation email. To make a long story short we were not able to cancel the booking without losing €161. We said we would go and make the best of it. That night I read some reviews and I was a little worried going to Portmarnock. I need not have worried. The room was gorgeous with a bay window looking onto the Irish sea. Tea and coffee facilities were great as you get Barry's tea in a Dublin hotel. We were given complimentary white slippers and bottled water. The tv was a bit grainy but it has a system I was familiar with and was able to watch movies in high definition as the TV is linked into the hotel internet. The bathroom was modern, maybe an extra bit of shampoo would be nice. Staff were friendly and we had a dinner and a breakfast in the hotel, both which were nice. The beach across the road is fantastic and goes for miles for anyone interested in a long walk. As I write the review my mind goes back to the bay window looking out onto the Irish sea as I sip on a nice cup of Barry's tea. We will be going back there.

2025-08-11 via Nuitee
S
Sara
10
Pros:

Hotel was clean, staff very friendly and in a beautiful location

2025-07-27 via Nuitee
D
Della family
4
Pros:

the staff were really friendly but the room was tired with stains on the bed frame and carpet, our room was over looked by the carpark and was really warm. the mattress was so uncomfortable.

2025-07-20 via Nuitee