Handel's Hotel
US$165
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Handel's Hotel
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US$165
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Handel's Hotel average US$97 in the cheapest month (February) and US$207 in the most expensive month (September), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$118 |
| February | US$97 |
| March | US$139 |
| April | US$154 |
| May | US$195 |
| June | US$193 |
| July | US$198 |
| August | US$199 |
| September | US$207 |
| October | US$165 |
| November | US$125 |
| December | US$123 |
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Most expensive: September (~US$207)
Cheapest: February (~US$97)
About this property
Centrally located hotel in Dublin with espresso makers, flat-screen TVs, and a coffee shop/cafe for a delightful stay.
Location
Located in City Centre Dublin, a neighborhood in Dublin, Handel's Hotel is in the entertainment district. St. Patrick's Cathedral and Dublin Castle are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Guinness Storehouse. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Croke Park or Aviva Stadium. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Room options
8
Standard Triple Room
Room details
3× Single Beds
Sleeps 3
205 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
6
Deluxe Single Room
Room details
1 Single Bed
129 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
9
Standard Double Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
183 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
13
Superior Family Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
215 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
5
Deluxe Double Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
172 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
13
Superior Triple Room
Room details
3× Single Beds
Sleeps 3
215 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
8
Standard Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
183 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
8
Standard Family Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
205 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
13
Superior Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
194 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
13
Superior Double Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
194 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
Guest reviews of Handel's Hotel
8.2
Very good
Based on 1,342 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
9%
Couple
36%
Family
22%
Group
23%
Solo
6%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, Handel's Hotel is praised for its central, walkable location by Temple Bar and Christ Church and for friendly, helpful staff, while feedback on rooms and amenities is mixed, highlighting both comfortable stays and notable drawbacks.
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Across recent reviews, Handel's Hotel is praised for its central, walkable location by Temple Bar and Christ Church and for friendly, helpful staff, while feedback on rooms and amenities is mixed, highlighting both comfortable stays and notable drawbacks.
Many note the lack of air conditioning, warm rooms, and some windowless or small pod rooms; noise from nearby pubs, church bells, or the lift can affect sleep depending on room placement. Cleanliness and maintenance are generally acceptable but inconsistent, with reports of tired carpets, dated bathrooms, slow drains, or missed housekeeping alongside plenty of spotless rooms. Breakfast and amenities are basic and variable, with several finding the buffet average or overpriced and facilities limited; overall, expect a straightforward stay focused on convenience rather than full-service extras.
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Facilities
Facilities are limited: there is no air conditioning and often no in-room fridge, with fans provided and few extras. Access and amenities are mixed (steps to the lobby, occasional lift issues, nearby parking/discounts, modest bar or cafe options).
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10
Marshall
10 Dec 2023
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Parking was a bit of a pain and expensive but other than that, it was a great hotel
Parking was a bit of a pain and expensive but other than that, it was a great hotel
6
David
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and right next to Darkey Kelly’s pub. Great food and live music. The rooms need an overhaul and the bathrooms require serious updating. I’m unclear why any hotel has bathtubs at this point. No air conditioning. Great and friendly staff. For the price, great place.
Great location and right next to Darkey Kelly’s pub. Great food and live music. The rooms need an overhaul and the bathrooms require serious updating. I’m unclear why any hotel has bathtubs at this point. No air conditioning. Great and friendly staff. For the price, great place.
10
Matt
30 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was excellent. The rooms were comfortable (if a bit warm even with the radiator turned down), and the bathroom/shower were lovely. The area is excellent, close to many many sites, restaurants and pubs. A discount at a nearby parking ramp was a nice plus as well. Overall a very good value in an excellent location in Dublin.
The staff was excellent. The rooms were comfortable (if a bit warm even with the radiator turned down), and the bathroom/shower were lovely. The area is excellent, close to many many sites, restaurants and pubs. A discount at a nearby parking ramp was a nice plus as well. Overall a very good value in an excellent location in Dublin.
8
Kaylee
12 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A great moderate hotel walkable to cafes and dining. Easy parking in back lot.
A great moderate hotel walkable to cafes and dining. Easy parking in back lot.
8
James
24 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We were pleased with the hotel, and their staff met all our needs with a pleasant and helpful attitude. Two slight comments to others. One is that there are two sets of short steps to reach the lobby. For anyone with difficulty with stairs this may be a consideration. Our room, while nicely done was tight for the three of us. Overall, we would stay again..
We were pleased with the hotel, and their staff met all our needs with a pleasant and helpful attitude. Two slight comments to others. One is that there are two sets of short steps to reach the lobby. For anyone with difficulty with stairs this may be a consideration. Our room, while nicely done was tight for the three of us. Overall, we would stay again..
8
BRENDA
20 Jun 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very few amenities ie o refrigerator microwave hot tub gym or pool
Very few amenities ie o refrigerator microwave hot tub gym or pool
8
Raelene
11 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
First thing was the very late check in. I mean what is going on with 3pm room availability. Ridiculous. Hire more staff!! Room was pleasant, but no fridge!! It’s location is terrific if you want to walk to popular sites. Darkeys right next door was an absolute blast. Typical Irish pub with exceptional service and food. Syltayed 2 nights to see Dublin City, which did not disappoint. Absolutely loved the Irish hospitality.
First thing was the very late check in. I mean what is going on with 3pm room availability. Ridiculous. Hire more staff!! Room was pleasant, but no fridge!! It’s location is terrific if you want to walk to popular sites. Darkeys right next door was an absolute blast. Typical Irish pub with exceptional service and food. Syltayed 2 nights to see Dublin City, which did not disappoint. Absolutely loved the Irish hospitality.
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Peter
18 Feb 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
My second time at Handel’s and it was enjoyable again. Friendly staff and a great central location, with good bus links to the airport. The rooms are clean but ours looked a little tired. Would score higher if it had a gym.
My second time at Handel’s and it was enjoyable again. Friendly staff and a great central location, with good bus links to the airport. The rooms are clean but ours looked a little tired. Would score higher if it had a gym.
6
Annick
27 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Le prix de la chambre était élevé (plus de 200€) pour le confort. L'équipement était moyen, la chambre trop chaude (besoin de sortir le ventilateur) du placard. Comme le petit-déjeuner n'était pas compris dans le prix, on a pris le petit déj dans les cafés du quartier. Heureusement, il y avait l'embarras du choix. Hôtel calme. J'ai trouvé aussi que les oreillers étaient recouverts d'un tissu synthétique pas très agréable.
Le prix de la chambre était élevé (plus de 200€) pour le confort. L'équipement était moyen, la chambre trop chaude (besoin de sortir le ventilateur) du placard. Comme le petit-déjeuner n'était pas compris dans le prix, on a pris le petit déj dans les cafés du quartier. Heureusement, il y avait l'embarras du choix. Hôtel calme. J'ai trouvé aussi que les oreillers étaient recouverts d'un tissu synthétique pas très agréable.
10
Daniel
1 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location, only a minute or twos walk from temple bar and all the other great bars, comfortable hotel with 24/7 reception who were polite and welcoming. Only negative was that the rooms on the third floor were very hot & there is no Aircon. There was a fan available but it made for a hard nights sleep.
Great location, only a minute or twos walk from temple bar and all the other great bars, comfortable hotel with 24/7 reception who were polite and welcoming. Only negative was that the rooms on the third floor were very hot & there is no Aircon. There was a fan available but it made for a hard nights sleep.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is inconsistent: many guests found rooms very clean or spotless, but others reported dirty or tired carpets, signs of mould, insects, and missed or irregular housekeeping.
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10
Andrew
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very central location. Just a few minutes walk from Dublin Castle and even fewer to a great bakery! Room was immaculately clean and was refreshed every day by housekeeping.
Very central location. Just a few minutes walk from Dublin Castle and even fewer to a great bakery! Room was immaculately clean and was refreshed every day by housekeeping.
10
Eric
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Très chouette hôtel, idéalement placé dans Dublin, chambre très propre et rénovée avec goût, bonne literie, personnel très sympathique, bar agréable et petit déjeuner complet 👍
Très chouette hôtel, idéalement placé dans Dublin, chambre très propre et rénovée avec goût, bonne literie, personnel très sympathique, bar agréable et petit déjeuner complet 👍
10
Kevin
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was spotless from start to finish. They cleaned rooms daily. The hotel looked fresh and brand newly renovated
Room was spotless from start to finish. They cleaned rooms daily. The hotel looked fresh and brand newly renovated
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Emili
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Where to begin, the photos you see on the website are not at all accurate in our experience. Our room was very dated, our shower did not drain properly, we had flies in our room as well as black mold growing next to the radiator. My partner had a severe allergic reaction to the mold. The staff on night shift were very apologetic and bleached the wall for us after viewing my partners swollen face. There were no other rooms available due to the marathon. We checked out in the morning and had to pay for a new hotel at a higher rate (as it was last minute). We had no follow up with the hotel and had to not only email but go back multiple times to ensure a refund would be provided. The manager was helpful and ensured a refund will be processed.
Where to begin, the photos you see on the website are not at all accurate in our experience. Our room was very dated, our shower did not drain properly, we had flies in our room as well as black mold growing next to the radiator. My partner had a severe allergic reaction to the mold. The staff on night shift were very apologetic and bleached the wall for us after viewing my partners swollen face. There were no other rooms available due to the marathon. We checked out in the morning and had to pay for a new hotel at a higher rate (as it was last minute). We had no follow up with the hotel and had to not only email but go back multiple times to ensure a refund would be provided. The manager was helpful and ensured a refund will be processed.
4
Luke
1 Feb 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Room wasn’t clean
Room wasn’t clean
10
Espen Andre
11 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Resepsjonen og spisesalen var fin. Rommet var slitt, skittent vegg til vegg teppe, badet var skittent. Sengen var ok. Det var og sølv kre på badet Rommet manglet kjøleskap. Meget hyggelig betjening.
Resepsjonen og spisesalen var fin. Rommet var slitt, skittent vegg til vegg teppe, badet var skittent. Sengen var ok. Det var og sølv kre på badet Rommet manglet kjøleskap. Meget hyggelig betjening.
6
NISHAA
6 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The beds were comfortable. There was no ventilation in the room and the lock on the window was broken. Outside the window was the roof of the next building, it didn't feel secure. Bathroom was old, carpet was sticky.
The beds were comfortable. There was no ventilation in the room and the lock on the window was broken. Outside the window was the roof of the next building, it didn't feel secure. Bathroom was old, carpet was sticky.
6
Alan
5 Nov 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Room was OK.... some evidence of poor housekeeping. Silverfish insects in the bathroom No way to wash hands in warm water as the basin had only hot (which was scalding hot) or cold options and there was no plug provided to allow for filling the basin with warm water for washing hands, or rinsing out small clothing items. Bedding was clean and appeared fresh. The window didn't fully close as the locking mechanism was broken so there was always air coming in effectively moving the curtains. Staff was friendly enough but not overly helpful when we asked about getting a plug for the bathroom basin.
Room was OK.... some evidence of poor housekeeping. Silverfish insects in the bathroom No way to wash hands in warm water as the basin had only hot (which was scalding hot) or cold options and there was no plug provided to allow for filling the basin with warm water for washing hands, or rinsing out small clothing items. Bedding was clean and appeared fresh. The window didn't fully close as the locking mechanism was broken so there was always air coming in effectively moving the curtains. Staff was friendly enough but not overly helpful when we asked about getting a plug for the bathroom basin.
6
Bruce
18 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Place was okay. But it needed better cleaning and maintenance. Carpet in hall was filthy. Light bulb in room was burnt out.
Place was okay. But it needed better cleaning and maintenance. Carpet in hall was filthy. Light bulb in room was burnt out.
6
Bradley
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is in a great location and we could easily walk to restaurants, pubs, shopping, yoga studios, and other attractions. Rooms have plenty of space to spread out, comfortable bed, large bathroom. Carpet is older and a bit musty. Because there is no AC, tile or other hard flooring would be a better choice. Biggest cons: Bathroom sink has two separate faucets so you either get scalding or cold water. Faucets were placed too close to the sides of the bowl so you can barely get your hands under to wash. Water pools out onto the back counter. No stopper to fill the sink either. Bathroom wasn’t super clean.
This hotel is in a great location and we could easily walk to restaurants, pubs, shopping, yoga studios, and other attractions. Rooms have plenty of space to spread out, comfortable bed, large bathroom. Carpet is older and a bit musty. Because there is no AC, tile or other hard flooring would be a better choice. Biggest cons: Bathroom sink has two separate faucets so you either get scalding or cold water. Faucets were placed too close to the sides of the bowl so you can barely get your hands under to wash. Water pools out onto the back counter. No stopper to fill the sink either. Bathroom wasn’t super clean.
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Rooms
Room quality is mixed. Some are spacious and comfortable, but many are small or windowless (skylight only), get warm without AC, and show dated fixtures or quirks like separate hot/cold taps; noise varies by room location.
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Elizabeth
16 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Our room did not have any windows or direct access to each side of the bed. I requested to have our room changed and never heard back from the hotel management. I would never stay there again.
Our room did not have any windows or direct access to each side of the bed. I requested to have our room changed and never heard back from the hotel management. I would never stay there again.
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David
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and right next to Darkey Kelly’s pub. Great food and live music. The rooms need an overhaul and the bathrooms require serious updating. I’m unclear why any hotel has bathtubs at this point. No air conditioning. Great and friendly staff. For the price, great place.
Great location and right next to Darkey Kelly’s pub. Great food and live music. The rooms need an overhaul and the bathrooms require serious updating. I’m unclear why any hotel has bathtubs at this point. No air conditioning. Great and friendly staff. For the price, great place.
10
Andrew
14 Dec 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Good hotel but room lacked windows, with only a skylight
Good hotel but room lacked windows, with only a skylight
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Manilla
16 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Ett väldigt fint rum, men det finns ingen AC. Endast en bordsfläkt och ett fönster som gick att öppna men det ville man inte ha öppet på natten på grund av diverse ljud och fåglar som gärna ville komma in! Men aom sagt i övrigt ett mycket bra hotell!
Ett väldigt fint rum, men det finns ingen AC. Endast en bordsfläkt och ett fönster som gick att öppna men det ville man inte ha öppet på natten på grund av diverse ljud och fåglar som gärna ville komma in! Men aom sagt i övrigt ett mycket bra hotell!
6
Mirco
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Positiv: Zentral gelegen am Ende der Temple Bar Street, fast alle Sehenswürdigkeiten fussläufig erreichbar. Viele Pubs und Restaurants in der unmittelbaren Umgebung. Freundliches Personal im Hotel. Schneller und unkomplizierter Check-Inn. Negativ: enorme Hitze im Zimmer (4ter Stock) der nur eine fehlende Klimaanlage Abhilfe schaffen würde; der kleine Ventilator ist zwar nett, hilft aber genauso wenig wie das geöffnete Fenster, durch das bis zur Schliessstunde der Pubs zusätzlich entsprechender Lärm ins Zimmer dringt. Desweiteren sind die Wasserhähne im Badezimmer extrem merkwürdig angebracht... und zwar so dass das Händewaschen zu einer kleinen Herausforderung wird, die immer in einer kleinen 'Überschwemmung' endet. Die Hitze im Zimmer besonders während der Nacht war recht unangenehm aber die einzigartige Stadt Dublin ist immer wieder einen Besuch wert!
Positiv: Zentral gelegen am Ende der Temple Bar Street, fast alle Sehenswürdigkeiten fussläufig erreichbar. Viele Pubs und Restaurants in der unmittelbaren Umgebung. Freundliches Personal im Hotel. Schneller und unkomplizierter Check-Inn. Negativ: enorme Hitze im Zimmer (4ter Stock) der nur eine fehlende Klimaanlage Abhilfe schaffen würde; der kleine Ventilator ist zwar nett, hilft aber genauso wenig wie das geöffnete Fenster, durch das bis zur Schliessstunde der Pubs zusätzlich entsprechender Lärm ins Zimmer dringt. Desweiteren sind die Wasserhähne im Badezimmer extrem merkwürdig angebracht... und zwar so dass das Händewaschen zu einer kleinen Herausforderung wird, die immer in einer kleinen 'Überschwemmung' endet. Die Hitze im Zimmer besonders während der Nacht war recht unangenehm aber die einzigartige Stadt Dublin ist immer wieder einen Besuch wert!
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Kathryn
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel itself was fabulous, staff were amazing and we were able to check in a little bit early. It’s in a really good location near Christchurch. The only draw back is that since it’s so close to the church you can really clearly hear the bells at every hour and half hour. The street is also very noisy at night with cars and people walking home from pubs and the walls are kind of thin. The room is really nice though and the bathroom with the heated towel rack was a plus. 24hr front desk was really nice, especially for our 5:30 am check out time. Staff made everything very quick and easy for both check-in and out and the luggage drop was a god send.
The hotel itself was fabulous, staff were amazing and we were able to check in a little bit early. It’s in a really good location near Christchurch. The only draw back is that since it’s so close to the church you can really clearly hear the bells at every hour and half hour. The street is also very noisy at night with cars and people walking home from pubs and the walls are kind of thin. The room is really nice though and the bathroom with the heated towel rack was a plus. 24hr front desk was really nice, especially for our 5:30 am check out time. Staff made everything very quick and easy for both check-in and out and the luggage drop was a god send.
10
Robyn
17 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Centrally located, everything was walkable. Quiet, but some nights there was music from bar down the street and it’s close to Christ church so you do hear the church bells (I found it very nice). The noise didn’t bother us at all, nor impact our sleep. The superior twin room was spacious, clean and comfortable. It was everything we needed! I would stay here again and recommend it to others.
Centrally located, everything was walkable. Quiet, but some nights there was music from bar down the street and it’s close to Christ church so you do hear the church bells (I found it very nice). The noise didn’t bother us at all, nor impact our sleep. The superior twin room was spacious, clean and comfortable. It was everything we needed! I would stay here again and recommend it to others.
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Kaye
1 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel is in a very good location and staff were welcoming and helpful. Room was clean but in need of a bit of updating - mainly the bathroom. Double glazing in room not good - heard noise from road & church bells every 15 minutes. Looks like the hotel is in process of renovating. Could do with more comfortable pillows.
Hotel is in a very good location and staff were welcoming and helpful. Room was clean but in need of a bit of updating - mainly the bathroom. Double glazing in room not good - heard noise from road & church bells every 15 minutes. Looks like the hotel is in process of renovating. Could do with more comfortable pillows.
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Daniel
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Die Lage ist top und die Zimmer sind sauber. Allerdings werden alleine Reisende in stickige, fensterlose Löcher gesteckt. Ist man solo unterwegs würde ich unbedingt ein anderes Hotel empfehlen (ausser man ist Batman und lebt sonst auch in Höhlen).
Die Lage ist top und die Zimmer sind sauber. Allerdings werden alleine Reisende in stickige, fensterlose Löcher gesteckt. Ist man solo unterwegs würde ich unbedingt ein anderes Hotel empfehlen (ausser man ist Batman und lebt sonst auch in Höhlen).
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Bradley
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is in a great location and we could easily walk to restaurants, pubs, shopping, yoga studios, and other attractions. Rooms have plenty of space to spread out, comfortable bed, large bathroom. Carpet is older and a bit musty. Because there is no AC, tile or other hard flooring would be a better choice. Biggest cons: Bathroom sink has two separate faucets so you either get scalding or cold water. Faucets were placed too close to the sides of the bowl so you can barely get your hands under to wash. Water pools out onto the back counter. No stopper to fill the sink either. Bathroom wasn’t super clean.
This hotel is in a great location and we could easily walk to restaurants, pubs, shopping, yoga studios, and other attractions. Rooms have plenty of space to spread out, comfortable bed, large bathroom. Carpet is older and a bit musty. Because there is no AC, tile or other hard flooring would be a better choice. Biggest cons: Bathroom sink has two separate faucets so you either get scalding or cold water. Faucets were placed too close to the sides of the bowl so you can barely get your hands under to wash. Water pools out onto the back counter. No stopper to fill the sink either. Bathroom wasn’t super clean.
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Service
Service is generally friendly and helpful, with assistance on early check-in, luggage storage, and local tips. Some lapses are noted, including missed wake-up calls, slow or unavailable maintenance, and no late checkout.
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John
8 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff was very attentive and there was someone at the front desk 24 hours. Great location, very easy to get around Dublin. We'd definitely stay here again.
Staff was very attentive and there was someone at the front desk 24 hours. Great location, very easy to get around Dublin. We'd definitely stay here again.
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Savanna
13 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location was perfect and had several walkable landmarks. The staff was friendly and helped us with sightseeing tickets as well.
The location was perfect and had several walkable landmarks. The staff was friendly and helped us with sightseeing tickets as well.
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Grace
26 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is in a great location and is accessible to many attractions. The room itself was nice, but the hallway had trash outside during the entirety of our visit. The biggest concern was when we did not receive our wake up call. Thankfully, we had our phone alarm set. I think with minor adjustments, this could be a wonderful hotel.
The hotel is in a great location and is accessible to many attractions. The room itself was nice, but the hallway had trash outside during the entirety of our visit. The biggest concern was when we did not receive our wake up call. Thankfully, we had our phone alarm set. I think with minor adjustments, this could be a wonderful hotel.
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Sue
3 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel was clean and comfortable, however, on the first day, the elevator was out of service, there was no wifi and the TV did’t work. The manager’s response to a guest who was annoyed with the elevator outage was, oh well, not much we can do about it. Not impressed. I felt bad for anyone who couldn’t do stairs. No compensation was offered.
This hotel was clean and comfortable, however, on the first day, the elevator was out of service, there was no wifi and the TV did’t work. The manager’s response to a guest who was annoyed with the elevator outage was, oh well, not much we can do about it. Not impressed. I felt bad for anyone who couldn’t do stairs. No compensation was offered.
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Jasmine
26 Mar 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This property was great and very central for tourists. Our only issue was with the service of the hotel. The staff was extremely kind, however slightly unreliable. Our toilet stopped flushing at night and we were told they could not get a maintenance worker until the next morning. This problem was never resolved and the worker never came to check the plumbing. Also, we requested an additional towel and were told someone would come up in 15 minutes—no one ever arrived. I believe this is a great location to stay in Dublin, I just think the service itself especially for the price you pay could use some work.
This property was great and very central for tourists. Our only issue was with the service of the hotel. The staff was extremely kind, however slightly unreliable. Our toilet stopped flushing at night and we were told they could not get a maintenance worker until the next morning. This problem was never resolved and the worker never came to check the plumbing. Also, we requested an additional towel and were told someone would come up in 15 minutes—no one ever arrived. I believe this is a great location to stay in Dublin, I just think the service itself especially for the price you pay could use some work.
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Karen
12 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a terrific time in Dublin! The staff at Reception were exceptional (I believe their names were June, Clara, Alaina, and Olivia)! Super friendly, responsive to all of our questions, and even helped us figure out a hot water issue, like a plumber (thanks Alaina!). The room was a bit tired and worn, but clean. The window didn't close properly and we heard a bit of street noise. The breakfast was tasty. Overall, we had a pleasant stay! TY ladies!
We had a terrific time in Dublin! The staff at Reception were exceptional (I believe their names were June, Clara, Alaina, and Olivia)! Super friendly, responsive to all of our questions, and even helped us figure out a hot water issue, like a plumber (thanks Alaina!). The room was a bit tired and worn, but clean. The window didn't close properly and we heard a bit of street noise. The breakfast was tasty. Overall, we had a pleasant stay! TY ladies!
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Ryan
12 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff, spacious rooms and bathrooms, great location, carpets need to be replaced. No late checkout for VIPs which was the reason I booked in the first place.
Friendly staff, spacious rooms and bathrooms, great location, carpets need to be replaced. No late checkout for VIPs which was the reason I booked in the first place.
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Mari
8 Feb 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Bra läge. Rent rum. Trevlig personal.
Bra läge. Rent rum. Trevlig personal.
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Denise
22 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This hotel has so many helpful employees. They made our stay so much easier with booking tours, taxis etc. also very knowledgeable of the area And things to do. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The only complaint we would have is there is no late check out option. This would have been ideal and willing to pay for that service and unsure why it is not an option.
This hotel has so many helpful employees. They made our stay so much easier with booking tours, taxis etc. also very knowledgeable of the area And things to do. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The only complaint we would have is there is no late check out option. This would have been ideal and willing to pay for that service and unsure why it is not an option.
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Cecilio
27 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Housekeeping was not done everyday and I had to ask the front desk to have our room cleaned. There was no maintenance person to fix a situation about the drying rack in the bathroom and front desk people tried to fix it to no avail. Food on the breakfast area were dry and felt like they were reheated.
Housekeeping was not done everyday and I had to ask the front desk to have our room cleaned. There was no maintenance person to fix a situation about the drying rack in the bathroom and front desk people tried to fix it to no avail. Food on the breakfast area were dry and felt like they were reheated.
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Location
Central and walkable beside Temple Bar, Christ Church, and Dublin Castle, with easy access to buses and airport links. Area noise (pub patios, deliveries, church bells) can be heard in some rooms.
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Annika
10 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A good hotel in a good area in Dublin, walking distance to restaurants, sites and transportation. A nice hotel with good breakfast and good size of the room.
A good hotel in a good area in Dublin, walking distance to restaurants, sites and transportation. A nice hotel with good breakfast and good size of the room.
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Savanna
13 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location was perfect and had several walkable landmarks. The staff was friendly and helped us with sightseeing tickets as well.
The location was perfect and had several walkable landmarks. The staff was friendly and helped us with sightseeing tickets as well.
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Elif
11 Jun 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Location was great. the hotel is actually lovelier than it looks on the photos. loved it. gonna stay there again :-)
Location was great. the hotel is actually lovelier than it looks on the photos. loved it. gonna stay there again :-)
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Christine
14 May 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Great quiet location near Temple Bar. Very walkable to everything!
Great quiet location near Temple Bar. Very walkable to everything!
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RICHARD J
16 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to the Temple bar area and Christ Church, Saint Patrick’s and many other historic sites.
Close to the Temple bar area and Christ Church, Saint Patrick’s and many other historic sites.
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mark
17 Dec 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location, easy access to Dublin sites.
Great location, easy access to Dublin sites.
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Kelemwork B
20 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Valgte dette hotellet helt tilfeldig, men vi ble svært positivt overrasket over beliggenheten. 200-500 meter fra Temple Bar området. Kort vei til handlegater. Kunne nesten ikke vært mer sentralt. Likevel ganske stille utenfor med lite støyende trafikk. God service fra alt av personale. Kommer definitivt til å booke her igjen neste gang jeg skal til Dublin.
Valgte dette hotellet helt tilfeldig, men vi ble svært positivt overrasket over beliggenheten. 200-500 meter fra Temple Bar området. Kort vei til handlegater. Kunne nesten ikke vært mer sentralt. Likevel ganske stille utenfor med lite støyende trafikk. God service fra alt av personale. Kommer definitivt til å booke her igjen neste gang jeg skal til Dublin.
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Robyn
17 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Centrally located, everything was walkable. Quiet, but some nights there was music from bar down the street and it’s close to Christ church so you do hear the church bells (I found it very nice). The noise didn’t bother us at all, nor impact our sleep. The superior twin room was spacious, clean and comfortable. It was everything we needed! I would stay here again and recommend it to others.
Centrally located, everything was walkable. Quiet, but some nights there was music from bar down the street and it’s close to Christ church so you do hear the church bells (I found it very nice). The noise didn’t bother us at all, nor impact our sleep. The superior twin room was spacious, clean and comfortable. It was everything we needed! I would stay here again and recommend it to others.
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Fred
6 Dec 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Handel's Hotel is very well maintained, modern and the staff are friendly and helpful. Their breakfast was hot, varied and delicious. Its a short walk to Temple Bar area and right beside Christ Church and Dublinia, both of which I highly recommend.
Handel's Hotel is very well maintained, modern and the staff are friendly and helpful. Their breakfast was hot, varied and delicious. Its a short walk to Temple Bar area and right beside Christ Church and Dublinia, both of which I highly recommend.
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FRANCISCO
14 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was very friendly and polite. The location is great, it is right in the center of the city, with walking distance to main attractions.
The staff was very friendly and polite. The location is great, it is right in the center of the city, with walking distance to main attractions.
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Dining
Breakfast feedback is inconsistent: several guests enjoyed it, while others found items dry, cold, or overpriced and noted occasional closures. Many used nearby cafes and pubs as alternatives.
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Marianne Lundbeck
7 May 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Meget fin beliggenhed, men gamle installationer på badeværelset, og morgenmaden lever ikke op til forventningerne i forhold til prisen. Personalet er serviceminded.
Meget fin beliggenhed, men gamle installationer på badeværelset, og morgenmaden lever ikke op til forventningerne i forhold til prisen. Personalet er serviceminded.
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Patric
25 Sept 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Small room with only a skylight way up for natural light. Double bed against wall made it extremely difficult for us to get into bed at night. Sink was clogged for most of the days, asked for helped multipe days and finally someone unclogged it. Asked for minor room cleaning - new towels, trash emptied, body wash/shampoo filled - we were told housekeeping is only there from 3:00 to 4:30 - so it would happen when it would happen and we had to wait at a table until it was done. We are not messy people and pick up after ourselves everyday making sure everyitng is put away - and we were told we must have had some stuff on our bed is why our room was only partially made up on one day. Hair dryer button had to be held down in order to work, and then it heated up so I had to wait for it to cool before drying my hair. Was told that this was a standard hairdryer for the UK, but we didn't have one like that at any of the other 6 locations we stayed at in the UK. Location was great for walking to many of the area attracting including the train station and the locations where we met with two of our tours. Breakfast was stale and cold- pancakes and eggs.
Small room with only a skylight way up for natural light. Double bed against wall made it extremely difficult for us to get into bed at night. Sink was clogged for most of the days, asked for helped multipe days and finally someone unclogged it. Asked for minor room cleaning - new towels, trash emptied, body wash/shampoo filled - we were told housekeeping is only there from 3:00 to 4:30 - so it would happen when it would happen and we had to wait at a table until it was done. We are not messy people and pick up after ourselves everyday making sure everyitng is put away - and we were told we must have had some stuff on our bed is why our room was only partially made up on one day. Hair dryer button had to be held down in order to work, and then it heated up so I had to wait for it to cool before drying my hair. Was told that this was a standard hairdryer for the UK, but we didn't have one like that at any of the other 6 locations we stayed at in the UK. Location was great for walking to many of the area attracting including the train station and the locations where we met with two of our tours. Breakfast was stale and cold- pancakes and eggs.
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Megan
25 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Overall it was a great stay. The staff was great. The rooms were great. I will say that the profile said there was a restaurant on property but every time we asked about it, the kitchen was “closed”. There was also a situation where one of the staff members made themselves a latte at the coffee bar in the lobby and then when we went to order lattes, we were told that the coffee bar was closed.
Overall it was a great stay. The staff was great. The rooms were great. I will say that the profile said there was a restaurant on property but every time we asked about it, the kitchen was “closed”. There was also a situation where one of the staff members made themselves a latte at the coffee bar in the lobby and then when we went to order lattes, we were told that the coffee bar was closed.
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Patrick
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Nice hotel in a great area for walking to most of the main sites of Dublin. I would skip the breakfast as there are other less expensive options nearby. But it is a buffet so if you are hungry it might be a good choice.
Nice hotel in a great area for walking to most of the main sites of Dublin. I would skip the breakfast as there are other less expensive options nearby. But it is a buffet so if you are hungry it might be a good choice.
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Paul
27 May 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
The morning breakfast buffet was great.
The morning breakfast buffet was great.
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Alan
20 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
My room flooded , breakfast was bad and room was noisy
My room flooded , breakfast was bad and room was noisy
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Fred
6 Dec 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Handel's Hotel is very well maintained, modern and the staff are friendly and helpful. Their breakfast was hot, varied and delicious. Its a short walk to Temple Bar area and right beside Christ Church and Dublinia, both of which I highly recommend.
Handel's Hotel is very well maintained, modern and the staff are friendly and helpful. Their breakfast was hot, varied and delicious. Its a short walk to Temple Bar area and right beside Christ Church and Dublinia, both of which I highly recommend.
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Kenzie
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Well cleaned room, easy check in/check out experience. Good breakfast (though the pancakes were hard/tough).
Well cleaned room, easy check in/check out experience. Good breakfast (though the pancakes were hard/tough).
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Cecilio
27 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Housekeeping was not done everyday and I had to ask the front desk to have our room cleaned. There was no maintenance person to fix a situation about the drying rack in the bathroom and front desk people tried to fix it to no avail. Food on the breakfast area were dry and felt like they were reheated.
Housekeeping was not done everyday and I had to ask the front desk to have our room cleaned. There was no maintenance person to fix a situation about the drying rack in the bathroom and front desk people tried to fix it to no avail. Food on the breakfast area were dry and felt like they were reheated.
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Michael
11 Jun 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Our room was clean, but hot and stuffy. No air conditioning and only a small window and fan. Since our room was above an alley, it was noisy at times. The breakfast staff was friendly, but the food was only fair & not worth the cost. Although we liked the location and the historical significance of this hotel, we are not likely to go there again or recommend it to others.
Our room was clean, but hot and stuffy. No air conditioning and only a small window and fan. Since our room was above an alley, it was noisy at times. The breakfast staff was friendly, but the food was only fair & not worth the cost. Although we liked the location and the historical significance of this hotel, we are not likely to go there again or recommend it to others.
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Samuel
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
The rooms were clean and the staff were friendly and helpful.
The rooms were clean and the staff were friendly and helpful.
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Tanner
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice clean rooms, friendly staff, great location.
Nice clean rooms, friendly staff, great location.
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James
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Due to lack of air conditioning and a very small ventilation window, took quite a while to cool the room down in the evening. Lobby/bar area very useful due to small sleeping rooms. Breakfast was great.
Due to lack of air conditioning and a very small ventilation window, took quite a while to cool the room down in the evening. Lobby/bar area very useful due to small sleeping rooms. Breakfast was great.
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Helen
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel, location and staff. Thanks.
Great hotel, location and staff. Thanks.
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John
18 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Overnight stay. Right in the heart of old Dublin.
Overnight stay. Right in the heart of old Dublin.
Property policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 23:00
Before 12:00
FAQs about Handel's Hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, complimentary on-site parking is available for guests.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 20.50 per person.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at the property. Service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM and ends at 11:00 PM. Check-out time is by 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in City Centre Dublin, close to notable landmarks such as St. Patrick's Cathedral and Dublin Castle. It is also near attractions like Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Guinness Storehouse.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the hotel. One child aged 6 years old or younger can stay for free when occupying the parent's or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
What is the policy regarding extra beds and cribs?
The hotel does not offer rollaway or extra beds. However, cribs may be available upon request for infants.
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