Clontarf Castle Hotel

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9 (3586 reviews)
Castle Avenue, Clontarf , Dublin , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly and professional staff
Beautiful ambiance
Cons:
Room not cleaned during stay
Inconsistencies in food service

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Some guests reported that rooms were not cleaned during their stay.
Service
9.5
Most guests praised the friendly and professional staff.
Location
9.5
The hotel is well-located in a quiet area with easy access to Dublin.
Room Quality
9
Rooms are clean and modern but one guest reported a cold room.
Amenities
9.5
Great amenities including beautiful architecture and excellent dining options.
Value for Money
9
Considered well worth the price for the quality and service offered.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Food quality is high, but some inconsistencies with service noted.
Overall Experience
9.5
Guests enjoyed their stay and recommended the hotel highly.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 16:58

Property Description

Ancient Charm Meets Modern Luxury

Luxurious Accommodations: Experience air-conditioned rooms with LCD TVs, free Wi-Fi, and plush pillow-top mattresses. Indulge in 24-hour room service for ultimate convenience.

Fine Dining Experience: Delight your taste buds at Fahrenheit Grill with exquisite local beef and fish dishes. Unwind at Knights Bar, known for its ornate ceilings and cozy fireplaces.

Elegant Lounge: Relax in Indigo Lounge's chic ambiance with stylish sofas and red chandeliers. Enjoy a variety of beverages from morning coffee to evening wines.

Book your stay at Clontarf Castle Hotel for a unique blend of history and luxury.

Important information:

The hotel will ask you to provide either a credit card or a cash deposit at check-in.
If you require extras, such as flowers, fruit, champagne in your room on arrival, or a gourmet dinner in the restaurant, please inform the hotel.
Guests should be advised that where a reservation has a total of 5 or more room(s) or consecutive nights and/or the total value of the booking is greater than €1000.00, hotel group booking and cancellation policies may apply.
In such cases the hotel reserves the right to request a payment deposit or credit card pre-authorization in advance of the arrival date as a reservation guarantee.
A maximum of 2 adults and 1 child can be accommodated in all double/twin rooms. The maximum number of extra beds per room is 1.
For further information please contact the hotel’s reservations team.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • 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 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for € 30 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 3586 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9.5
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 9.5
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Michelle • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • ie
10
Everything about from start to finish was great
Pros:

It’s was lovely

Cons:

Everything

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • ie
7
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Andrea.K. • solo_traveller • at
10
Pros:

Es war sehr schön. Das beste Frühstück, das wir bei unserer Irland bekommen haben. Wir machten auch drinnen viele Fotos, weil es so viele tolle Motive gab.

Cons:

Nichts

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Jillian • couple • us
10
Pros:

Delicious food and drinks at the restaurants and bars. The brunch was exceptional with everything you could want. The quality of the food and wait stuff was top tier. The rooms were all very clean.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Sue • extended_group • au
9
Loved staying in a castle that wasn’t too far to drive to see the Dublin sites. I’d stay again.
Pros:

Loved the building and the atmosphere.

Cons:

I didn’t feel the staff were well trained in customer service. There were a few interactions that were unsatisfactory.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • bh
10
A Castle fit for a King and Great launchpad for a Dublin break
Pros:

Great location following late arrival into Dublin Airport. The room was very comfortable and enjoyed a restful night's sleep. The Irish Breakfast is buffet style so you can help yourself to your favourites. The castle has a fascinating history and provides a backdrop for some memorable pics.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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hanspeter • extended_group • ch
8
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • extended_group • ca
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Wandoch • solo_traveller • pl
8
Pros:

The building is amazing, the decor really feels like a proper castle. The restaurant is top class as well. The breakfast was rich, nothing missing. The staff service was great as well.

Cons:

I had no fridge in the room, had to ask for one, then the one they brought wouldn't fit in the cabinet so it had to be left standing in the corner. The staff acted really quick, but I just expected to not have to deal with stuff like this. Also when I asked about the fridge, the first thing I heard was "what do you want the fridge for?" - felt a bit nosey to question imo, like it makes any difference, I expected yes sir I'm on my way. I put in the fridge a drink, food or my jocks if I want to wear them cold, nobody else's business. The room in general was pretty but it felt below the standard of the entire hotel, probably because the corridors are VERY well finished and decorated, I felt a bit of contrast. Also I couldn't get to use YouTube or Netflix on TV, wanted to login to my accounts to enjoy some content but the TV was fixed to a hotel system, felt limited, but I didn't even ask the staff about it,.maybe there was a way. The view from my room was a plain stone wall, also a bit of a suprise even though I wasn't promised a spectacular view, I wouldn't expect to look at a wall. Avoid the room 214.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Eline • solo_traveller • no
3
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
10
Everything was wonderful!
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Cox • solo_traveller • us
10
Great welcome to Dublin
Pros:

Exceptional staff and breakfast buffet in beautiful and historic setting. Good value for a first class hotel. A great place for an international visitor to get a taste of Ireland.

Cons:

Slightly farther from city center than I had expected and less expansive surrounding grounds than advertised.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Imelda • extended_group • us
10
We felt like royalty!!
Pros:

It was beautiful and all inclusive. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Can’t think of anything.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Excellent accommodations mixed with the historic glamour of a historic Irish castle with lots of charm. Amazing staff, great Breakfast. Easy access to much of Dublin. Comfortable clean room.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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SARAH • extended_group • gb
9
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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tiziana • family_with_children • it
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Doolittle • solo_traveller • ca
7
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Plunkett • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Liked everything. We missed the ferry and had a last minute 2 rooms needed. We were accommodated with a happy smile ans everything was just perfect.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Ralfsoli • couple • de
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee