Is parking available at the hotel?

Self parking is available on-site for a fee of EUR 20 per night, which includes in/out privileges. No reservation is required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to noon for a fee of approximately EUR 20.00 for adults and EUR 15.00 for children.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Pets are not allowed at the property. However, service animals are exempt from this policy.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee of EUR 25, subject to availability.

Are airport shuttle services available?

A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge of EUR 175 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3). Airport shuttle fees for children aged 1 to 18 years old are EUR 1 (one-way). Guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival to arrange the transfer.

What accessibility features does the hotel offer for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Additional accessibility features include elevators and designated accessible parking.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Bray, just a minute's drive from Bray Beach and 11 minutes from Powerscourt Estate. It is approximately 8 miles from Leopardstown Racecourse and 8.7 miles from Beacon Hospital. Public transport options are available nearby.

What are the hotel's policies regarding children?

Children are welcome at the property. Kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although specific age details are not provided.

The Strand Hotel in Bray, Ireland

Average nightly price at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$112
February	US$115
March	US$158
April	US$171
May	US$206
June	US$241
July	US$233
August	US$245
September	US$171
October	US$130
November	US$117
December	US$149

What guests think

The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde, draws consistent praise for its seafront location and views and friendly staff, while feedback frequently notes compact rooms, limited paid parking, and no elevator.

Reviews are mixed on room comfort and upkeep, citing occasional maintenance or cleanliness lapses, TV or hot-water hiccups, and intermittent noise from nearby venues or the restaurant. Most guests enjoy the Indian restaurant, bar and coffee shop, and breakfast is often praised, though a few mention subpar meals or service and the 8 am start time. Best suited to travellers who prioritise the location's scenery over room size and some service or facility limitations.

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Facilities

On-site bar and restaurants are convenient, and a café with a sea-view terrace is noted. Facilities come with trade-offs: limited paid parking, no elevator with many stairs, and occasional late-night noise around the property.

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Ray

5 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Small room, but all we needed. Newly decorated and comfortable, sea visable from the window. Bar and restaurant attached next-door, accessible via the hotel, perfect when raining. Staff all very friendly.

8

Marian

15 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was a challenge but we found off site parking. The restaurant was good and the location was gorgeous. Be aware you have to pay for early check in.

2

lisa

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Of the 10 lodgings we stayed at in Ireland, this was the most unpleasant hotel we have ever stayed at. 1Advertised self parking came with a 10 Euro fee if available in their 6 car lot. 2.$200 deposit in the event we destroyed the room was never mentioned in hotel description 3. No lift to our upper floor room. 4 Television didn’t work and no help forthcoming from the desk. 5.Charm was a misnomer and Oscar Wild would be embarrassed. 6. Water view if you’re lucky to have one included looking past a storage area for garbage bins and other trash. 7. Restaurant was seriously sub standard. 8 The mattress was thin, cheap and uncomfortable. 9. Overpriced for the substandard fare. Save your money. Oscar Wilde would.

10

Robert

22 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The only thing that might be a problem for some people was the fact that there were a lot of narrow stairs. Otherwise we had a very nice stay. Very friendly people.

8

Bert

5 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is charming, and right on the water. Perfect to get up early and go walk the shoreline. The coffee is the small shop is EXCELLENT, as was some of the cake/pastry we sampled. The small deck off the coffee shop is beautiful and overlooking the water. Also, there is a train right by the hotel that goes directly into Dublin. Perfect to avoid driving!!! The only two downsides: 1) It was a party atmosphere outside late night. If you want to sleep early, it can be difficult. 2) We tried to get into our room a little early, and the hotel could not accommodate us. Conversely, they asked that we actually wait longer than checkin time.

6

Donna

12 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was decent, but there were issues. The towel warmer in the bathroom was dripping water on the floor, which wasn't a huge issue. The biggest problem was the noise. On the first night we heard what sounded like someone moving furniture for hours above us. The second night, in addition to the furniture moving noises, there was loud dance music being played, I think at the restaurant on the property (we didn'tleaveour room to investigate). We barely got any sleep. Had we known that the place turned into a club on Friday nights, we wouldn't have booked.

10

John

17 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was lovely with different options for food and drinks. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. The views from the hotel were spectacular.

8

Mr M

5 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel with èxcellent views. Restaurant had an excellent choice of food and drinks. Parking can be a bit tricky with limited space £10 for 24hrs if staying at the hotel.

6

Kelly

18 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Could be a good hotel. But they seem to lack attention to detail for the property. Hot water went out in the evening, they said it would be back on in 15 minutes. After 30 I went back down and they said we only asked 5-10 minutes ago. After an hour (now 10pm) it was only luke warm. The bed fitted sheet had a medium sized hole in it. The shower leaked all over the bathroom floor. Heard another guest complaining of the same in the morning. Not the best experience.

6

Randi

4 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely staff, no elevator so lots of stairs to climb, great curry restaurant attached, overall a little worn around the edges.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: several guests found rooms clean, while others mentioned unvacuumed floors, stained bedding or carpets, frayed or holed linens, and bathroom odors.

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4

Miss

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bray has few hotels making this one able to charge £240 a night for very basic accommodation. Clean but quite basic.

6

David

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nicely appointed room but maintenance was spotty and towels were frayed.

6

Erin

31 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Floor looked as though it hadn’t been vacuumed, stains on bedding and strands of hair found on pillows. The staff was quick to change the bedding with the stains.

6

Daniella

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasant staff, location on the waterfront is lovely. Needs a good clean!! The bed was old lumpy and very uncomfortable. Over priced!

6

Jean

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is very tired. Would need a complete make over Rooms very small and bathroom tiny. Stains and iron burns on the carpet The bed was comfortable and clean and the breakfast was very good

10

Edward Martin

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Strand provides a wonderful stay. Very clean and nicely appointed. Great food in the reataurant with many options. Across the street from a lovely beach.

10

Richard

26 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and quiet. Great, hard working staff.

8

Michel

21 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and staff friendly.

6

Sheila

13 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel restaurant staff were argumentive. We ordered a Marguerita Pizza and got a Cheese Pizza. * Bathroom had a terrible sewer smell. * The room itself was pleasant and clean.

6

Kelly

18 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Could be a good hotel. But they seem to lack attention to detail for the property. Hot water went out in the evening, they said it would be back on in 15 minutes. After 30 I went back down and they said we only asked 5-10 minutes ago. After an hour (now 10pm) it was only luke warm. The bed fitted sheet had a medium sized hole in it. The shower leaked all over the bathroom floor. Heard another guest complaining of the same in the morning. Not the best experience.

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Rooms

Rooms are frequently small, with some offering excellent sea views; comfort varies with warm or noisy rooms, short beds or tiny bathrooms, and occasional TV or maintenance issues. A few rooms are more spacious.

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6

David

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nicely appointed room but maintenance was spotty and towels were frayed.

10

John

11 Oct 2023

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Excellent location. I had room #6, which was very spacious and had an excellent view of the sea. Walking distance to everything in town.

8

Ray

5 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Small room, but all we needed. Newly decorated and comfortable, sea visable from the window. Bar and restaurant attached next-door, accessible via the hotel, perfect when raining. Staff all very friendly.

6

Kate

22 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When booking the breakfast add-on raised the cost by £114?!? Im sure that was a technical error but not one i was going to fight. The room was clean but very warm. The TV is also only internet TV so No personal subscriptions-No TV. Not ideal.

8

John

18 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A bit noisy but not overwhelming. Ocean view room was tight but enjoyable. Indian restaurant was part of hotel had a nice menu and fare.

6

Jean

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is very tired. Would need a complete make over Rooms very small and bathroom tiny. Stains and iron burns on the carpet The bed was comfortable and clean and the breakfast was very good

6

Esteban

14 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I'll check the grammar and spelling in British English for you: This is the second time we stayed at The Strand, and we were a little disappointed this time. We stayed in a different room and this second visit was not as good as the first one. The hotel was understaffed with no 24-hour reception, and we needed to wait and look for the staff in the bar or restaurants more than once. The café with the terrace and nice view to the sea was not open this time. A real pity. The condition of the rooms was OK, but some of the lights, curtains, and windows required a little maintenance. Nothing terrible, but we were expecting something better for that money. The bed was a different story and we were more disappointed with. We are tall people by Irish or European standards, but the length of my bodies hardly fit in the small bed. Similarly, the toilet was small and not very comfortable. I understand that price is relative to demand, but we may consider staying in Dublin and avoid staying in Bray for that price and quality of this hotel room.

8

Jan Ivar

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

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6

Donna

12 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was decent, but there were issues. The towel warmer in the bathroom was dripping water on the floor, which wasn't a huge issue. The biggest problem was the noise. On the first night we heard what sounded like someone moving furniture for hours above us. The second night, in addition to the furniture moving noises, there was loud dance music being played, I think at the restaurant on the property (we didn'tleaveour room to investigate). We barely got any sleep. Had we known that the place turned into a club on Friday nights, we wouldn't have booked.

6

Kelly

18 May 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Could be a good hotel. But they seem to lack attention to detail for the property. Hot water went out in the evening, they said it would be back on in 15 minutes. After 30 I went back down and they said we only asked 5-10 minutes ago. After an hour (now 10pm) it was only luke warm. The bed fitted sheet had a medium sized hole in it. The shower leaked all over the bathroom floor. Heard another guest complaining of the same in the morning. Not the best experience.

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Service

Staff are often friendly and helpful, but experiences vary with reports of slow or difficult check-in, understaffing and no 24-hour reception, unhelpful responses, or argumentative restaurant staff.

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8

Javier

27 Mar 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

Excellent service

8

John Warren

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall a nice place to stay, but not "fantastic". Check-in took overly long, but the staff was very friendly.

10

Moheb

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent service, they remembered us from last year visit, they beautiful restaurant and the views from the room is amazing

10

Joseph

5 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Service was friendly and helpful. Location and view was fantastic. Room is very small, but we knew that going in. Raj was very kind. Food available in resteraunt below hotel was great!

8

Ray

5 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Small room, but all we needed. Newly decorated and comfortable, sea visable from the window. Bar and restaurant attached next-door, accessible via the hotel, perfect when raining. Staff all very friendly.

6

Esteban

14 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I'll check the grammar and spelling in British English for you: This is the second time we stayed at The Strand, and we were a little disappointed this time. We stayed in a different room and this second visit was not as good as the first one. The hotel was understaffed with no 24-hour reception, and we needed to wait and look for the staff in the bar or restaurants more than once. The café with the terrace and nice view to the sea was not open this time. A real pity. The condition of the rooms was OK, but some of the lights, curtains, and windows required a little maintenance. Nothing terrible, but we were expecting something better for that money. The bed was a different story and we were more disappointed with. We are tall people by Irish or European standards, but the length of my bodies hardly fit in the small bed. Similarly, the toilet was small and not very comfortable. I understand that price is relative to demand, but we may consider staying in Dublin and avoid staying in Bray for that price and quality of this hotel room.

2

cameron

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Tiny room uncomfortable bed no parking as promised Difficult check in. Unhelpful staff and a curry smell up to 3rd floor.

2

Barbara

16 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Possibly the most unwelcoming check in I’ve ever had! After 12 hrs of travelling to get there the check in was laborious, unfriendly and inefficient. We chose the place as we had an interest in Oscar Wilde…….. I doubt if any of the staff had heard of him or even cared about the history of the place. Information had to be extracted about hotel facilities. Breakfast didn’t start until 8!and we needed an early start each day. Parking at the hotel cost more for residents than if we parked on the road outside!

10

Pamela

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beach view, restaurant/bar on site, friendly/helpful staff were all wonderful.

6

Sheila

13 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel restaurant staff were argumentive. We ordered a Marguerita Pizza and got a Cheese Pizza. * Bathroom had a terrible sewer smell. * The room itself was pleasant and clean.

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Location

Scenic seafront setting across from Bray Beach with great views and easy walks to town and the train. Some guests note weekend traffic and late-night noise, and a few found airport connections or taxis difficult.

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Tracy

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Prmefect location for the beach, short walk to the main town centre. Very busy with traffic at weekends.

10

John

11 Oct 2023

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Excellent location. I had room #6, which was very spacious and had an excellent view of the sea. Walking distance to everything in town.

10

eddy

28 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Incredible stay. Location and comfort at its best.

8

Ray

5 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Small room, but all we needed. Newly decorated and comfortable, sea visable from the window. Bar and restaurant attached next-door, accessible via the hotel, perfect when raining. Staff all very friendly.

8

Joanne

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel and friendly staff. Well kept up and located right across from the beach.

10

Joshua

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Such an amazing place to stay, right next to the ocean with a bunch of dining options. Would absolutely book with them again.

8

Bert

5 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is charming, and right on the water. Perfect to get up early and go walk the shoreline. The coffee is the small shop is EXCELLENT, as was some of the cake/pastry we sampled. The small deck off the coffee shop is beautiful and overlooking the water. Also, there is a train right by the hotel that goes directly into Dublin. Perfect to avoid driving!!! The only two downsides: 1) It was a party atmosphere outside late night. If you want to sleep early, it can be difficult. 2) We tried to get into our room a little early, and the hotel could not accommodate us. Conversely, they asked that we actually wait longer than checkin time.

10

John

17 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was lovely with different options for food and drinks. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. The views from the hotel were spectacular.

8

Wendy

11 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very difficult to get the air coach to the airport. Not easy to book a taxi. Relied on the locals for help. To isolated

10

Ken

6 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Across the street from the ocean. At the end of the street, walking distance about 12 min from train. Many restaurants walking distance, including a bar/restaurant on the property.

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Dining

Many guests praise the on-site options—particularly the Indian restaurant, bar and coffee shop—and enjoy breakfast. A minority reported subpar meals or service, and breakfast typically starts at 8 am.

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Deborah

25 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely town and lovely accommodations. We ate all meals at the hotel and all were fantastic.

10

Sean

22 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel holds all that is charming about the era in which it was built in combination with fully modernized lighting, plumbing, and mattress. We are SO impressed with the kindness and gracious welcome of all the staff here. Our room was on the top floor with a small window looking out on the ocean; perfect! We slept really well. The water pressure was fantastic in the shower. We had dinner in the Curry Leaf restaurant downstairs; delicious! Breakfast was just right; lots of options. We HIGHLY recommend this place.

8

Marian

15 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was a challenge but we found off site parking. The restaurant was good and the location was gorgeous. Be aware you have to pay for early check in.

2

lisa

30 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Of the 10 lodgings we stayed at in Ireland, this was the most unpleasant hotel we have ever stayed at. 1Advertised self parking came with a 10 Euro fee if available in their 6 car lot. 2.$200 deposit in the event we destroyed the room was never mentioned in hotel description 3. No lift to our upper floor room. 4 Television didn’t work and no help forthcoming from the desk. 5.Charm was a misnomer and Oscar Wild would be embarrassed. 6. Water view if you’re lucky to have one included looking past a storage area for garbage bins and other trash. 7. Restaurant was seriously sub standard. 8 The mattress was thin, cheap and uncomfortable. 9. Overpriced for the substandard fare. Save your money. Oscar Wilde would.

8

John

18 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A bit noisy but not overwhelming. Ocean view room was tight but enjoyable. Indian restaurant was part of hotel had a nice menu and fare.

8

Bert

5 Sept 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is charming, and right on the water. Perfect to get up early and go walk the shoreline. The coffee is the small shop is EXCELLENT, as was some of the cake/pastry we sampled. The small deck off the coffee shop is beautiful and overlooking the water. Also, there is a train right by the hotel that goes directly into Dublin. Perfect to avoid driving!!! The only two downsides: 1) It was a party atmosphere outside late night. If you want to sleep early, it can be difficult. 2) We tried to get into our room a little early, and the hotel could not accommodate us. Conversely, they asked that we actually wait longer than checkin time.

2

Barbara

16 Mar 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

Possibly the most unwelcoming check in I’ve ever had! After 12 hrs of travelling to get there the check in was laborious, unfriendly and inefficient. We chose the place as we had an interest in Oscar Wilde…….. I doubt if any of the staff had heard of him or even cared about the history of the place. Information had to be extracted about hotel facilities. Breakfast didn’t start until 8!and we needed an early start each day. Parking at the hotel cost more for residents than if we parked on the road outside!

10

Scott

10 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

From check in to check out, everything was wonderful. Great little town, great establishment and fantastic staff! Best cappuccino I’ve ever had as well. Dinner was good at Wilde’s and the wait staff was phenomenal!

10

Pamela

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beach view, restaurant/bar on site, friendly/helpful staff were all wonderful.

6

Sheila

13 Jun 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Hotel restaurant staff were argumentive. We ordered a Marguerita Pizza and got a Cheese Pizza. * Bathroom had a terrible sewer smell. * The room itself was pleasant and clean.

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1 $102	2 $106	3 $106	4 $106	5 $132	6 $146	7 $146
8 $132	9 $132	10 $132	11 $131	12 $131	13 $146	14 $158
15 $152	16 $152	17 $152	18 $152	19 $152	20 $166	21 $166
22 $152	23 $152	24 $152	25 $152	26 $152	27 $166	28 $178
29 $152	30 $152

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