Zanzibar Locke

Hotels
9.4 (5344 reviews)
34 Ormond Quay Lower , Dublin , IE
+353 1 436 3700

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cleanliness of rooms
Cons:
Infrequent room cleaning
Uncomfortable bed quality
Noise from outside

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
Room was spotless and clean but had issues like scratchy sheets which decreased overall cleanliness experience.
Service
10
Reception was very busy but checked in quickly and staff were very friendly and helpful.
Location
10
Great location close to major sites, providing a true Dublin experience.
Room Quality
8.27
Room size was good, but issues with the bed quality and noise may have affected comfort.
Amenities
9.81
Nice amenities including fitness room and community areas, though room cleaning frequency was a downside.
Value for Money
8.76
Considered high for the quality of services given; particularly the room cleaning schedule.
Food and Beverage
9.29
Breakfast was rated good, with minor waits for food items.
Overall Experience
9.75
Overall a very positive experience; would recommend to others despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 02:46

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation in the Heart of Dublin

Prime Location: Situated just 400 meters from Dublin's city center, Zanzibar Locke offers a convenient and vibrant stay for guests. Explore the nearby City Hall and Dublin Castle with ease.

Modern Amenities: Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, a well-equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, microwave, and fridge in every unit. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, desk, and a private bathroom with a shower.

Accessible and Sustainable: With facilities for disabled guests and a focus on sustainability, Zanzibar Locke ensures a comfortable stay for all. Plus, with popular attractions like St. Patrick's Cathedral nearby, your Dublin adventure awaits.

Book your stay at Zanzibar Locke now for a memorable and hassle-free experience in Dublin!

Important information:

When booking 10 apartments or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Dog Stays - We have dog-friendly properties where 1 dog of up to 30 kilos is welcome. Registered service animals will be permitted in all locations where notice has been given prior to arrival. Additional charges apply for dogs (excluding registered service dogs) and a completed pet waiver upon check-in is mandatory. It is your responsibility before arrival to check that dogs are permitted at the Property.

Please note that earlier check-in or later check-out are possible upon request and for an additional charge.

We provide a weekly cleaning service for stays of 7 nights or more. We can arrange an additional cleaning service if requested for an additional fee.

Additional cleaning services are provided, including fresh towels and refuse collection for a surcharge.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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.
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: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 5344 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.27
Amenities: 9.81
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 9.29
Overall Experience: 9.75
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Paul • solo_traveller • ie
7
Cons:

A lot of external noise which was disturbing during the night. I have stayed here many times before and like the Locke. The noise issue seems to be a recent issue.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • au
9
A pleasant place to stay for more than an overnight stop.
Pros:

Well equipped for self catering and in a great location close to many Dublin sights and entertainment. The Luas tram is nearby and the airport bus stop is close. The staff were friendly, efficient and knowledgeable.

Cons:

Nothing to complain about really

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • us
5
Hotel itself was beautiful! Staff was brittle and rude.
Pros:

Clean, easy to find, spacious! We found the mini apartment room to be perfect to spread out before our flight the next day.

Cons:

Staff was very unfriendly. Visibly frustrated when we arrived 30 minutes before check in and asked for our bags to be held while we got coffee. TV did not work. WiFi was not provided unless requested. Staff did not care to be bothered by guests.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • ie
8
Cons:

A lot of noise from outside the hotel throughout the early hours of the night.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Neil • couple • au
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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LaSteule • extended_group • ch
10
Super !
Pros:

Que dire de plus que c'est un super hôtel, placé au calme mais proche du quartier de Temple Bar.
Intérieur moderne et bien décoré. Propre, confortable. Personnel accueillant et friendly.
Chambre spacieuse avec kitchenette.
Adresse à garder!

Cons:

Petit bémols: il y a un chantier derrière l'hôtel et il peut s'avérer bruyant en matinée et journée.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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JEFF • couple • us
9
Pros:

Comfortable spacious room. The room was extremely quiet. We didn’t hear traffic noise or neighbors. It was great.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Antonella • couple • it
8
Purtroppo la nostra stanza non è mai statapulita.Capisco la questione delle lenzuola e degli asciugamani, ma non svuotar
Pros:

Struttura molto elegante, molto tech

Cons:

Reception un po piccolina

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Magali • extended_group • us
10
We needed a comfortable yet affordable place to stay for less than 24hrs in Dublin - it was perfect!
Pros:

Location and facility are great and the staff was very friendly, helpful, and accommodating.

Cons:

We liked everything!

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Mascha • couple • nl
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Paul • family_with_children • gb
9
Comfortable and relaxing
Pros:

the location was great near food and nightlife, easily walkable to most areas of interest in Dublin

Cons:

Some of the staff were not as helpful as others - gave incorrect wifi details/setup instructions

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • ch
7
Pros:

Topp lage

Cons:

Direkt an einer baustelle

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Keiron • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • couple • us
10
I recommend this boutique hotel highly.
Pros:

I will definitely stay at Zanzibar again. The location was perfect. We used the Dublin Express to get to and from the airport. The room had a kitchenette overlooking the river. The room was so very quiet for being on the road.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Alicia • couple • ch
9
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Beatriz • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • pt
9
I would come back again.
Pros:

Lovely, super central and super nice

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • us
9
We would stay here again.
Pros:

Our room was , pretty, bright, spacious, very clean, had comfortable bedding and well stocked with bathing products and coffee,

Cons:

We forgot to pack washcloths for showering, so we had to go out and buy some.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Maile • couple • us
9
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Angela • extended_group • us
10
We had a wonderful stay
Pros:

The location was perfect. It is in the middle of everything which made walking easy. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We had a great stay.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee