Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane

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Clayton
8.2 (13321 reviews)
Cardiff Lane, Sir John Rogerson's Quay, Dublin 2 , Dublin , ie

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Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable beds
Lovely breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Slow restaurant service
Basic room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.53
Some comments indicated issues with cleanliness, such as food containing mold and a dirty carpet in one room.
Service
8.8
Overall positive feedback regarding staff responsiveness, despite some mentions of slowness in the restaurant.
Location
9.04
Repeatedly mentioned as great and convenient.
Room Quality
7.99
Rooms were generally well-reviewed but had comments on the temperature and basic amenities.
Amenities
8.52
Facilities like the bar/restaurant and fitness area received positive mentions.
Value for Money
7.48
Some value concerns noted, especially regarding the early check-in fee for basic rooms.
Food and Beverage
8.03
Mixed reviews, with some enjoying the breakfast while noting issues with food quality.
Overall Experience
8.2
A general sense of satisfaction with some caveats.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 01:55

Property Description

Riverside Luxury Overlooking Bord Gais Energy Theatre

Spacious Rooms and Club Vitae Health Club
Indulge in the comfort of spacious rooms equipped with interactive TVs and power showers. Unwind at Club Vitae Health and Fitness Club with a 22-metre swimming pool, Jacuzzi®, sauna, steam room, and gym.

Stir Restaurant and Vertigo Bar
Savor European and Irish cuisine paired with fine wines at Stir Restaurant or enjoy cocktails at Vertigo Bar. Relax in stylish surroundings with plasma-screen TVs, creating the perfect ambiance for your evenings.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience at Clayton Hotel, Cardiff Lane.

Important information:

The property does not have its own car park however there is Pay & Display Parking on the street outside the hotel operated on a first-come, first-served basis. Alternatively there is a public car park located in Grand Canal Square, across the street from the hotel, and can be booked in advance by contacting the property.

Please book tables for the bar or restaurant in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

All guests using the swimming pool must wear a swimming cap. Swimming caps can be purchased at Club Vitae reception for EUR 3 each.

From Monday to Friday children are permitted to use the pool until 17:30, after which it is adult swim time only. However, during, weekends, bank holidays, summer months, Easter, Halloween, and Christmas midterm breaks there are no restrictions.

Please note there may be closures of the restaurant, bar and leisure facilities during the Christmas period. Please check with the property for further details.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • 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.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 20 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 13321 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.53
Service: 8.8
Location: 9.04
Room Quality: 7.99
Amenities: 8.52
Value for Money: 7.48
Food and Beverage: 8.03
Overall Experience: 8.2
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darlene z • solo_traveller • gb
8
Helpfulness/kindness of the staff is one of the important aspects that I’m looking for in my stay and they have exce
Pros:

Accessibility
Helpful staff
Good breakfast

Cons:

Not very good drainage in our bathroom

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Transport 24 • couple • ie
10
The best Hotel in Dublin
Pros:

Very modern and quite and delicious breakfast

Cons:

None

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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KMG • extended_group • gb
10
Excellent hotel will stay again
Pros:

great hotel our room was on the 5th floor view wasnt great but we didnt mind as it was justa room for a concert sleepover.. big bathroom was unreal open shower room was very nice well finished lots coffee options but didnt avial of them beer was on our minds..lol

Cons:

cant think of any bad points

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Maritta Michaela • solo_traveller • de
8
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Anders • family_with_children • se
8
Helt ok hotell som låg bra till när vi besökte Aviva/Metallica.
Pros:

Bra och tyst rum

Cons:

Sakande fungerande AC, tyvärr. Vi hade en liten bordsfläkt.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Sara • family_with_children • sg
5
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Christopher • extended_group • ie
10
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Mel • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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fflur • extended_group • gb
9
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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rebecca • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great location and spotless

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Błażej • couple • pl
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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MVDMM • solo_traveller • cl
7
Pros:

Nada en particular

Cons:

Precio muy alto para la oferta

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • solo_traveller • ie
7
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra Denisa • couple • it
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Leon • couple • ie
8
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Eva • couple • ie
10
Lovely stay
Pros:

Comfy room, friendly staff and good location

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Mikko • family_with_children • fi
10
Hyvällä paikalla sijaitseva moderni hotelli. Sopiva kaupunkilomalle.
Pros:

Sijainti, siisteys ja aamiainen. Iso uima-allas ja gym.

Cons:

Huoneessa ilmanvaihto heikohko.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Mc Daid • family_with_children • ie
10
We where very welcome to the hotel as we went in the door
Pros:

The breakfast was on real

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Maire • solo_traveller • ie
8
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Katrina • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee