Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge

Hotels
8.1 (5152 reviews)
Merrion Road , Dublin , IE
+353 1 668 1111

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Great staff
Lovely decor and location
Cons:
Dirty bathroom
Uncomfortable beds and pillows

Categories

Cleanliness
7.74
Bathroom was dirty, broken tiles around the bath, and grime noted.
Service
8.71
Staff were lovely and great to deal with both in reception and at the restaurant.
Location
9.25
Great location for going to the Aviva or the RDS, very convenient access.
Room Quality
7.7
Beds were a little soft in the middle, and one room had hard pillows.
Amenities
8.23
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.19
Generally fair but some aspects were overpriced considering the quality.
Food and Beverage
6.74
Food was very poor for the price; breakfast options were limited.
Overall Experience
8.21
A decent stay overall with key areas needing improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 16:07

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience comfort and style in our spacious rooms featuring en suite bathrooms, fluffy duvets, and free Wi-Fi. Enjoy a restful night's sleep on hypo-allergenic pillows and make use of the convenient work desks with lamps.

Exquisite Dining Experience
Indulge in traditional breakfasts, light snacks, and international cuisine at The Grandstand Bar & Restaurant. With its charming ambiance and delicious offerings, it's the perfect spot to unwind and savor a delightful meal.

Convenient Location
Located near popular attractions like the RDS, 3Arena, and the Aviva Stadium, our hotel offers easy access to Dublin city center and key landmarks. Whether you're here for business or leisure, Clayton Hotel, Ballsbridge is the ideal choice for a memorable stay.

Book now for an unforgettable experience at Clayton Hotel, Ballsbridge!

Important information:

Please note that breakfast and dinner prices may vary when booked directly at the hotel.

For advance purchase bookings, guests will be sent a payment link 24 hours after the booking is made. Failure to complete payment may result in cancellation of the booking.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 5152 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.74
Service: 8.71
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 7.7
Amenities: 8.23
Value for Money: 8.19
Food and Beverage: 6.74
Overall Experience: 8.21
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Bordin • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Callum • couple • gb
10
Was down for a tryka completion in the RDS, great location with it being so close, was on first thing in the morning and
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • ie
7
Disappointed in the lack of communication among staff.
Pros:

Room was very comfortable.

Cons:

I gave a negative rating for the staff due to a disappointing experience during our stay. On Thursday morning at 8:00am, a member of staff mistakenly woke us up. Despite having paid for an extended checkout until 2:00pm the previous evening, we were then contacted by three different members of staff after 11:00am, each asking us to check out. This was particularly frustrating as our late checkout had already been arranged and paid for in advance. Unfortunately, the repeated interruptions and lack of communication between staff members had a negative impact on our overall experience.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Annekathrin • family_with_children • de
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Oliver • couple • de
5
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Linda • extended_group • ie
7
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • couple • ie
8
We had a very pleasant stay in this hotel. The rooms are standard hotel rooms with comfortable beds and some nice touche
Pros:

Location,the hotel is beside the RDS and close to the Dart, there is a bus stop outside. However the Dart wasn’t running the weekend we were there and I understand this happens quite often especially on bank holiday weekends. The room was very quiet at night however some guests who were up very early made a lot of noise coming and going.

Cons:

We were charged €10 per night for parking in the hotel’s own car park which was a bit much considering the price we paid for our stay. We were waiting 30 mins for our order to be taken at dinner one evening and another 35 before food was served. The food was nice but expensive considering the size of the portions which were very small.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Katrina • couple • gb
9
Great location with safe parking. Good food and breakfast but rooms warm
Pros:

Location, cleanliness, friendliness. Good gluten free options

Cons:

Warm room and no air con

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • ie
6
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Janice • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Kuralay • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Dr Lisa • couple • ie
4
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • extended_group • gb
8
Great location and staff very helpful
Pros:

Location and facilities

Cons:

No shower caps, and kettle was faulty

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Aileen • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Mairéad • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Andreea • solo_traveller • ro
9
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Fay • family_with_children • ie
8
Great but could improve on communication
Pros:

Hotel was lovely & staff were excellent

Cons:

Room was far too hot (stiffling). I asked on several occasions about shower facilities to use after the marathon & was told every time "oh no problem, you can use". When I ACTUALLY came back from running the marathon I was then told "we dont have any facilities". I had a 4 hr drive home! This part was incredibly frustrating & disappointing from a 4* hotel. I asked if there was a designated hotel room they might have for the runners to take turns as I knew other hotels (such as Landstown hotel) provided this service & was told no.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Niamh • couple • ie
8
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Breda • family_with_children • ie
3
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Derek • extended_group • ie
8
Great stay
Pros:

Great staff, great breakfast

Cons:

Payed for car parking was a bit rich as we payed for hotel etc.
Charging for car parking is terrible letdown

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee