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The Clarence

4.0 star property
Travelers can immerse themselves in Irish culture at the Guinness Storehouse before returning to enjoy drinks at one of three welcoming hotel bars

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The Clarence in central Dublin offers an upscale base near Trinity College. Guests love the helpful staff and convenient location. The hotel provides car rentals, three bars, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi for staying connected while exploring the city.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Select Comfort bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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7.6 out of 10
Good
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Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Select Comfort bed
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Penthouse | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Premium Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • City view
  • 125 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Select Comfort bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in City Centre Dublin, a neighborhood in Dublin, The Clarence is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Dublin Castle and St. Patrick's Cathedral are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Stephen's Green and Phoenix Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Croke Park or Aviva Stadium. With scuba diving, parasailing, and windsurfing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Dublin travel guide
Map
6-8 Wellington Quay, Dublin, Dublin, 2

What's nearby

  • Dublin Castle, Dublin, Rep of Ireland
    Dublin Castle
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • View From O'Connell Bridge in Dublin, Ireland
    O'Connell Street
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Trinity College showing heritage architecture and a park
    Trinity College
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grafton Street featuring music, street scenes and a city
    Grafton Street
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. Stephen's Green in Dublin features visitors enjoying a sunny day near historic arches and vibrant surroundings
    St. Stephen's Green
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Jervis Station
    4 min walk
  • Dublin Tara Street Station
    12 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fitzsimons Bar
    2 min walk
  • The Norseman
    2 min walk
  • The Beer Temple
    2 min walk
  • The Porterhouse
    1 min walk
  • Bad Bobs
    3 min walk

About this property

The Clarence

Upscale hotel near O'Connell Street
A short walk from Trinity College and Grafton Street, The Clarence provides car rentals on site, 3 bars, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Express check-out, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A porter/bellhop, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 50 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and minibars.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and Select Comfort beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 19 per night); discounts available

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: EUR 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in starts at 2 PM. For late or early check-in, guests are required to contact the property in advance.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 4 2025 to August 31 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 19 per night (1640 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Clarence Dublin
Clarence Hotel
Clarence Hotel Dublin
The Clarence Hotel Dublin
The Clarence Hotel
The Clarence Dublin
The Clarence Hotel Dublin

Frequently asked questions

Is The Clarence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Clarence?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Clarence?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for EUR 20.

Where is The Clarence located?

Located in City Centre Dublin, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Dame Street, Trinity College, and Dublin Castle. O'Connell Street and Grafton Street are also within 10 minutes. Jervis Station is only a 4-minute walk and Westmoreland Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

The Clarence Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 572 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great hotel close to everything, staff very friendly and informative
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, friendly/helpful staff & excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel within walking distance of fantastic pubs and restaurants. Great value!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel staff very accomodating great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeccah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Lovely and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located. Friendly staff. Bedrooms and bathrooms nicely decorated and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Clarence was very charming, clean, had a very helpful staff, and was situated in a great location for touring much of Dublin's sights (and Temple Bar, of course!).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous hotel, great service and location. Expect some noise as you'll be right next to Temple Bar; however, the noise didn't disturb my sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed the location. The hotel had an eclectic, old-style vibe, which we loved. The room was spacious and comfortable. The bar area in the coffee shop was an added bonus. I would definitely recommend this hotel to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Perfect location

Great location for shops and bars. Literally couldn’t have positioned it any better
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Service was excellent. Bars were unique. The Suite was adequate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A must if you’re looking to stay in city centre.

Great stay, helpfull staff, great location, beautiful lounge, big and comfortable bedroom, very clean. Will definitely go back. Also a big thanks to the Costa Rican receptionist, unfortunately I didn’t get his name, but a great guy and made our stay so much better.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round .. perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff and ambience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute perfect location, beautiful rooms, and really awesome staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

James R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel along the River Liffie. Quiet, clean; nice room. Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely! Staff were so welcoming. Room was comfortable and clean. Lobby bar was great. The hotel is steps away from the Dublin Express bus stop, making it such an easy transfer from the airport. Would stay here again anytime!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small scale of property was an attraction, as was the unique design/decor. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to airport express bus stop, restaurants and castle
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great hotel and location will use again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good spot Temple Bar area

Very comfortable and clean room, within to Temple Bar area of city. Easily walk to many pubs, restaurant's and local attractions. Staff was extremely pleasant and helpful including staff in lobby bar which was convenient for a quick drink.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot for walking the city and seeing the sights. Rooms were comfortable and spacious. Bathroom shower needs repair. Front desk was made aware and thankful for the notice. Would definitely stay here again. We had a room with 2 separated rooms. Perfect for a traveling family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

bianca l

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay at the Clarence. Location, staff and room were lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jose at reception and Karen at the bar were very friendly and made me feel welcome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025