Schoolhouse Hotel

Hotels
9 (2508 reviews)
2 - 8 Northumberland Road , Dublin , ie

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 2508 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
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Nicholas couple gb
9
Very pleasant.
Pros:

Location. Staff.

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Stepanyuk solo_traveller ua
7
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Natalia solo_traveller fr
9
Cozy and nice
Pros:

Great cozy hotel, always impeccably clean, comfortable beds, great staff

Cons:

Outdated air conditioning, no fridge, outdated hairdryer

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Adam extended_group ch
10
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Mary Jane solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

The staff were amazing! Could not fault the bar and restaurant staff, they were so attentive and helpful.

Cons:

The only thing to let the experience down was the mattress. Honestly it was not great at all.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
M
Maria extended_group cy
10
Pros:

Beautiful building, very nice, comfortable rooms.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Steven couple gb
7
Pros:

Nice building in a quiet part of Dublin.
Large room with a comfortable bed.

Cons:

Location, it was much further from the 3Arena than I was expecting

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
M
Mark couple ie
8
My parents really like this place
Pros:

Location. Nice bar and restaurant

Cons:

All good

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Joan solo_traveller us
10
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Chantal couple nl
8
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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M couple gb
7
A very pleasant stay.
Pros:

The hotel was well positioned for the Aircoach stop, bus stops, DART link & only a 20-30 mins walk into the centre of Dublin. It was tasteful & comfortable, the staff were friendly & helpful, our room was quiet & cleaned every day.

Cons:

Our room had no drawers only a wardrobe so we didn’t really have enough space to properly unpack.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Reza solo_traveller ca
10
Pros:

Very beautiful hotel

Cons:

It was far from the city centre

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Elli family_with_children at
10
2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Courtney solo_traveller us
9
Magical
Pros:

Such a gem! The unique concept, beautiful design, friendly and helpful staff, and also the amazing restaurant and bar all contributed to a wonderful stay. The hotel is in a quieter area, conveniently located next to public transportation or an easy 20 min walk into the center. Would recommend and will definitely stop back in when visiting the city in future

Cons:

My only note would be poor water pressure

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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adrian couple au
8
2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Garry King couple au
10
Cosy quality stay
Pros:

Overall, a great experience. The staff were very accommodating, the attached restaurant was very good. Located within walking distance to downtown Dublin. The room was very comfortable.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Nicole couple de
7
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Fohrer couple fr
9
Pros:

Points positifs :

* Très bon emplacement pour visiter la ville.
* Chambre spacieuse et confortable.
* Hôtel très original, installé dans une ancienne école pleine de charme.
* Parking gratuit, ce qui est particulièrement appréciable dans une capitale.

Cons:

Points négatifs :

* Notre chambre a été légèrement enfumée par les odeurs du barbecue de l’hôtel en soirée. Heureusement, cela s’est arrêté assez tôt et n’a pas trop impacté le séjour.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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David couple ie
8
Pros:

All pretty good

Cons:

Not very coo in a 4 star hotel that a guest was permitted into the breakfast room in pajamas, hotel robe and slipper. It’s a dining room not a spa or pool and a certain dress code should be maintained

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Hasse couple se
8
2026-05-16 via Nuitee