Maldron Hotel Merrion Road

"Completely disgusted by this hotel in Dublin, has been staying in this hotel for nearly a week. Because I just came to Dublin, I didn't know there was a football match recently, so I didn't renew the rent long in advance, and when I woke up, I found that I couldn't book a room. When we went to the front desk, the manager asked us to check out, wait for someone to check out in the hotel and arrange a room for us immediately, and arrange us to wait in the conference room, we were assured to book a room for the next day. During this period, we were afraid of making the hotel difficult, and we have been looking for other hotels, but none of them have rooms. Then, around 12 am, a Chinese Northeast Shenyang employee of the hotel came and asked us to leave. We explained why, but he said we had to leave. And then the night shift manager at their hotel came and kicked us out again. But it was the most dangerous time in the early morning, and we were afraid to leave with a lot of luggage and two children. Then they said they would call their manager to ease things up, but instead they called the police, and when they got to the bottom of it, they told us to stay. It felt like a thrill and a scare. Refresh our knowledge of Irish hotels. You can run a hotel and bully guests? I don't know who would dare stay in a hotel like this."

Marine Hotel

"Really nice"

Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel

"I decided to ditch staying in the city centre based on my below par experiences there on my last trip. When looking on Trip.com, Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel in Dalkey was the same price as several dorm rooms in the city centre when I looked. Getting there from Dublin Airport was relatively straightforward. I took and Aircoach from the airport to Dalkey/Ulverton Road and then walked for about 15 minutes. Up to the hotel entrance. The hotel is fairly old fashioned but personally I found it very charming. The staff were well-trained in the art of hospitality, the rooms were clean, locals were in and out of the bar, restaurant and leisure centre. Furthermore, the room was spacious with tea and coffee making facilities. The tv had a nice range of channels and the bathroom had a working shower and an abundance of towels. One thing missing was a toothbrush, toothpaste and shaving kit. I was told that you can get slippers on request as well. Get the breakfast. It’s €16 and it’s a buffet style with a delicious selection of hot and cold food. There’s rashers, sausages, hash browns, pancakes, the works. I wish I could’ve eaten more! I loved that they had a wide range of ages working there as well. One of the staff tripped when she went to ask if everything was ok and she said ‘I’m fine, I’m falling for you!’ It was then that I knew that I was home. The leisure centre is one of the best I’ve come across in a while. I’ve stayed in so many places where it’s literally an empty room with a few bits of old equipment but they had loads of weights, treadmills, bikes, etc. They do classes and physiotherapy as well. The pool and jacuzzi were also excellent. Plenty of ages in both as well but it wasnt overcrowded so you’ll get a few lengths in if you want. Lastly, make sure to go for a walk about Dalkey and the surrounding areas. I spent the morning walking down to the Vico Baths, the Forty Foot (both swimming locations) and passed through Dalkey Village. Plenty of people will be out with their family and friends whether it be for a walk, bike ride, swim or a coffee and a chat. Ditch Dublin City and say yes to Dalkey!"

King Sitric Seafood Bar & Accommodation