My wife and I walked past this hotel more than a dozen times and did not realized they had a nice pub and restaurant. We recently stayed a couple of nights because our usual hotel was booked and discovered this little gem. At first we came in only for drinks as they had a couple of live musicians playing Irish pub songs early in the evening. We saw several tempting meals being served to other guests so we decided to order a meal. My wife had a chicken Caesar Salad which she raves about and I had the barbecue baby back ribs with slaw and chips which was outstanding. The prices are very reasonable for a touristy area and the service was friendly and attentive. This hotel also sponsors the Celtic Nights dinner show for a three course fixed price menu which I highly recommend, however reservations are required. I can't wait to come back next year. #dublinpubs #dublinrestaurants #dublinlivemusic read more

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I have passed by this place so often with a superior sneer that I reserve for "tourist rip-offs" Apologies Arlington. I went here last night on invitation from Yelp, and I have to admit, it was a great evening. Yes the show it is obviously aimed at tourists, but that does not detract form the fact that the food is decent (Yelp kindly supplied finger food so I can't really judge VFM). The pint of Guinness is surprisingly good, and consistent all night, and the music and dancing was, while not my cup of tea, well executed and the band played well to the audience. Bar staff were very friendly and service was quite good. If you have any American cousins visiting, bring them along, they will have a great time. read more

We switched hotels after returning to dublin mid way through our trip and we were so much happier here. We stayed at the Clarence beforehand and found the Arlington to be better kept and quieter. We stayed on the third floor in the executive room. It had a king bed, two small night stands, a twin bed with a larger nightstand, a desk and a chair, and an open armoire. The room is basic, but well decorated. The historical feel and the details are nice. Pros The room was clean We had a room that faced the Liffey so there was some city noise such as cars and people walking by but ten times quieter than the Clarence!! The historical details The location The connivence factor- there is a nice bar where you can grab food and beverages and there is also a show at night There is dependable wifi The huge windows that let's lots of light and air into the room, so you don't really need AC Cons The bathroom was worn; the mirror was chipped and there's weird sticker like things on the wall and there appears to be a need for paint, there was a constant water noise. The room was in need of a dresser- which was fine for our short stay of three days but would drive me crazy if we had stayed any longer. I didn't find the staff to be very friendly, but we dealt mainly with people later in the day and night. There is no elevator There is no AC There is only soap and shampoo- no conditioner or lotion The pillows are flat read more

Stayed at the Hotel 3 nights in late August. Great room, especially traveling on a budget! Everything was fairly quite, just heard typical city noises. We got the breakfest every morning and it was absolutely worth it! We also went to the celtic nights show, while it was a bit touristy, it was definitely worth it and a lot of fun! read more

I was at the hotel's bar about 2 weeks ago with some friends, I have to say, that place is fun. We had few bites to eat before the drink session and that was nice, nothing fancy or expensive, but just delicious. Also we watched the Traditional Irish Music which is really good and then the Irish dancing. It was very entertaining, the dancer invite you to dance with them, that made our night. So, if you are looking for a traditional Irish night I'd highly recommend this place. read more

The Arlington Hotel is trying to capitalize on Ireland's image as being the land of leprechauns and jigs. It's so false that I have to give the hotel a falling mark for spreading lies. In the seven years that I have been living in Dublin, I never met anyone who does or did Irish dancing. Where do these people live? Probably somewhere in America. Anyways, the Arlington Hotel is really popular with cheesy tourists who buy into gimmicks. The two times that I have been in the pub, it was crammed with out-of-towners who ate stew and drank Guinness as they awaited the show to commence. Most of these people were older, in their 40s or 50s. I wouldn't recommend this pub/ restaurant to anyone looking for the real Irish experience. There are plenty of other places in Dublin where old traditions are maintained. read more

A good, cozy, friendly hotel! My sister and I are staying for the week and it's quiet and comfortable. Front desk staff was very accommodating. We flew in and arrived at 4:30 am, so we were anxious to get our room, and called ahead to the hotel to ask if we'd be able to get into our room before the allotted check in time of 3. They called back around 1 and were able to give us our room. We then took fabulous naps. It does show some wear and tear, but overall it's clean and comfortable. The location is everything though- it's right on the river Liffey, and it's so close to all the action! Definitely would stay again. read more

The Arlington is a must if you're staying in Dublin. It's in the heart of the city, the musicians are amazing, and the atmosphere can't be beat. I promise you won't get an experience like this one. read more

Stayed here for the Navy vs Notre Dame massacre in 2012. Booked the room a year in advance because I realised that 30K+ fans were coming, but I noticed the room rates seemed pretty high. I guess everyone raised their prices for the event, hotels were not easily to be acquired for the weekend. I chose Arlington on a recommendation and the central location. The location is right on the Liffey, and cannot be beat as far as being centrally located. All the normal touristy things are just a short walk away. In fact its difficult to get to sleep at night because you are so close to the bars... keep that in mind. Service was great, prompt, attentive, helpful staff at the hotel, definitely a plus. Very patient in answering all the repeat mundane clueless tourist's questions. The hotel's facilities are my only complaint. Creaky floors, dingy bathrooms, broken iron, busted light bulbs, and small 15 inch old school television... were all issues I experienced in my suite... I guess the hotel can justify its price on its location, and bar/entertainment. Breakfast is a meagre English style breakfast with less than enticing eggs, sausage, mushrooms, black pudding, hash browns, the normal faire. It does the trick though if you've got a hangover and again at least the service was nice! We attended the dinner show downstairs, and was very pleasantly entertained. Very humorous, talented musicians keep the crowd smiling and laughing. With traditional Irish style music, though it seems tailored to tourists expectations rather than authenticity. On the other hand there are Irish dancers which are very fun to watch! All in all, the facilities are bleh, but the service and location are great! read more

Great dinner/dance/traditional Irish show! Band we saw was called Puca! Lead singer was amazing! Reserve your seats early so you getting a better spot for the show. Service was nice, but a bit slow since there were so many people. Pre-set meal, ~33 euros not including alcohol. Definitely worth going to watch and being a tourist! read more

This hotel is in a great location by the river side and just a short walk from all the main areas and with a hop on hop off bus stop right outside. The rooms are well equiped and well serviced and there is live entertainment every night in the hotel the staff are friendly and attentive who will do all they can to ensure your stay is enjoyable. The breakfast is really good with a wide choice to suit all tastes and really sets you up for the day. A special mention to the staff who deals with the breakfast sittings they are everything that Irish tourism should aspire to be, they treat old customers as long lost friends and new customers as new best friends what a diamond and they are much loved. I enjoyed my time at Arlington hotel and will certainly return again. read more

I don't even know where to start with this hotel. Due to an Air B&B failure (by the landlord) we found ourselves (family of 6 plus an infant) in Dublin without accommodations. Called the Arlington and the were able to help us. From the moment we arrived the experience was exceptional. The location is very convenient to the tour buses and the downtown area. The only set back for location was the food options nearby if you have children. This led us to the restaurant at the hotel, again 5 star worthy service is what we found. They even served an American themed Thanksgiving meal, complete with American football. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The one knock here was that two of our rooms had showers with tubs and the third was a bit on the small side. Overall this was a great experience that we had based on another difficult one. My family was actually thankful for the failure of the Air B&B landlord. read more

We were not guests at this hotel but we ate at the restaurant twice while we were in Dublin. This was one of the places that our tour guide had suggested for food and live music. The first night that we ate there was for my birthday. I had the braised Irish beef with mashed potatoes and my fiancé had the salmon. Their food was great and their desserts were even better! You can't go wrong with any of the desserts on the menu. Following dinner, we went into the bar area and listened to live music and was very engaging with the audience, asking where everyone was from and taking song requests. I would try and stay here if we visit again. read more

I am lying here awake, after a full tiring day of walking the city. Can't sleep for the noise from the Irish dancing and music downstairs! And, we are on the third floor! Food was fine, bed was hard as a rock. Gonna look for new digs tomorrow. Their free WiFi was cool! Staff at breakfast was exceptional. read more

Stayed here for two nights on our singles trip. We arrived at 5:00am the hotel check was at 3:00 pm. They were not very accommodating in getting us in our rooms. I had to call to get our rooms cleaned. Irish breakfast was the best on our tour. The hotel bathrooms were not clean. Live music in downstairs was fun. Food steps at 10 in the bar. read more

The check in was great. Very friendly and they held our bags because we were early. Everyone at check I was great. We came back after sight seeing. Live music was playing at the bar and we order a few drinks. The kitchen was closed but the waitress suggested Apache next door. She said we could bring it back to our table. I ordered a pizza And the bouncer would not let me back in. Big to do...waitress admitted she told us we could have it back here but bouncer wouldn't let me in. The rest of the staff, including the manager was rude and not accommodating. We had eat our pizza outside...20 feet from our table??? Ruined the night. I would not recommend this place. read more

The Celtic Nights experience was definitely worth the money. Upon entering, you can tell they try to fit as many people as possible in this show, but lucky for us it was a slow night and not overly crowded on a Wednesday. That being said, our group of 4 was sat at a table connected to another party of 6. My chair was right in the corner where the wait staff was constantly passing with tight quarters and I felt very in the way. The overall atmosphere left a lot to be desired, and the whole place seemed a little dingy. What it lacks in atmosphere, it makes up in food. I had the Guinness and beef which was rather good, and the garlic mashed potatoes were to die for. The dessert platter was good as well, and I finished dinner with an Irish coffee. After drinking it for 10 min, they brought out some sugar which should have been brought out with the coffee. The Celtic music started just after we finished eating and this is the part that you're really paying for. The musicians are extremely talented and know how to put on a wonderful performance. I could have sat their listening to them all night. Overall: it was a nice place to eat, FANTASTIC music and dancing, but I'm glad we ate here the first night but there are much better places to eat around the city. read more

For the location in Dublin, you can't beat it. We got a pretty good rate for it and the rooms were clean. We also took advantage of the Irish Dance show downstairs which was very entertaining and the food wasn't bad. The location is great, right in the heart of it. Would definitely go back & stay if I'm ever in Dublin again. Free wi-fi which was another bonus. read more

Spent 4 nights at this hotel end of April 2017- Booked thru a website I was a little concerned but once I checked in I was pleased. The building is old but the room was spacious, clean and so was the bathroom- Te view was not good but quite.. Independent heating in the bedroom and in the bathroom turned the chilly night in a comfortable one. The hotel is in the center of the historic part and in the middle of the tourist area. Hop on Hop off stop right in front of the hotel. The place is super super busy but ALL staff ALWAYS pleasant - quickly responded and very professional. Convenient pub and show in the same building - Pub with music every night and good (no frills) food. I will come back on my next trip. I also attended the show one night. I was traveling solo so I got seated in a table with 4 other people (2 couples) who did not exchange one single word with me for the entire time. The food was good (paid a little extra for the stew) and the portion was HUGE. The sounds was not so great and the was less dancing than expected but the singing was great. The place was packed and by the end it was very stuffy. I am not sure I will repeat the experience but I will recommend for a first time. read more

Great place for the Celtic experience. The band and dancers were very good and the food ok for such a large venue. Only one vegetarian option, a mixed bean chilli, which was fine but be where, it was very spicy! Overall a good evening of food and entertainment. read more

I can't speak for accomodations at the hotel itself, but the Celtic Nights package was easily one of my favorite experiences in Dublin. The food was just alright, but I came for the music and the dance and had my socks blown off. The music was stellar and well thought out, giving you a taste of old Irish music and more modern Irish flavors. The dance was what really got me-just so strong and well-executed-you won't be able to take your eyes of the dancers. Please go if you can! read more

Great bar, great atmosphere, and good live music. Had more fun here than the tourist hangouts in Temple Bar.

Celtic Nights Food - excellent Music & dancers - excellent Service- excellent Great bargain, definitely NOT a tourist trap. read more

We visited the Arlington in 2007 and had an amazing night! We didn't stay there, but had a meal and night out in the club. It was recommended to us by the taxi driver who picked us up from the airport - always a good sign, as taxi drivers know the best places to go! We started with a meal in the restaurant - my fiance had a steak while I had roast chicken, both lovely dishes. We liked the fact that you could see the chefs at work in the kitchen through a hatch in the restaurant - that always shows that they have nothing to hide! We then stayed to watch a fantastic Irish band, who I wish to this day I could remember the name of...there was a brilliant atmosphere in the Arlington, with everyone singing and clapping along. This was followed by traditional Irish dancing, which was amazing! We felt we had had a proper Dublin night out, and would recommend it to anyone. read more

We went for the show downstairs. The players and dancers were great but the quality of the sound was horrible. It was very hard to listen. Food was ok but overprice (45e for the show and the dinner per person) Could find better in town read more

The Arlington is in the best location for shopping, sightseeing, and partying. There is a food mart across the street to grab snacks/drinks too . The Hotel Pub, called Knightsbridge has entertainment everynight of the week that attracts a great crowd. Everynight I was there they had a Irish band, followed by the Irish dancing, followed by either more Band, or great music. The hotel staff were very kind, and helpfull too. I would say the atmosphere was great. My room was clean, smelled lovely and the bed was so soft, which made it very possible for me to get a good nights kip. The location and the pub made it worth it. Ill definatly go back! read more

This hotel is in the middle of the City of Dublin.Great place to stay for you r visit.Rooms are a good size, modern and clean.The world famous Temple Bar is just over the river which runs just outside of the hotel.The bar is huge the service is spot on.Our server was serving about 5 people at the same time with out any fuss what so ever.If you r having a weekend there then consider staying here.Food is great,good location.Pop over the river and have a few drinkd around the Bar and you shant be dissapointed at all.Deffo stay here again and again. read more

Live bands and irish dancing 7 nights a week with optional sumptuous 3 course meal and on the weekends the Boardwalk Nightclub is open from 11:30pm!! read more

I've never stayed here as a hotel guest but I have spent many weekend nights in the bar over the past few years so will base my review on that aspect of the Arlington Hotel, Dublin. The shows are fantastic and totally free to watch, there's an array of entertainment from traditional irish dancers (I think every Sunday night but may be wrong) to musicians, singers and performers, one thing to expect is that each night there will be different entertainment and one thing guaranteed is it will always be good! A tip is to get there before 9pm to guarantee getting a seat, but if you do get in later and hang around seats will become available as people flag or move on. The bar staff are very friendly and tend to remember you and what you drink very quickly. The toilet attendant staff are really lovely and unlike some they don't beg they are just smiley, chatty and willing to help you zip up your dress if needed!! The smoking area at the back is pleasant, as far as smoking areas go, there's hundreds better in dublin but loads which are worse. It is shut off from the alley way by iron bars, this is a good thing as that particularly alley way sees some undesirable people so to be safe from them is a must. There's adequate heating and seating though the area can be very crowded if there's a lot of people out. The front smoking area is a nicer option and the door man is always friendly and chatty, but mind your bag because facing is the river liffey which is somewhat of a meeting area for drinkers, homeless and others who will see an opportunity and take it so keep your wits about you. Prices in the Arlington for food and drink are average for Dublin. read more

Overall, a nice stay. Staff is great, room comfy and clean (albeit small), restaurant/bar lively with music. My only major complaint is the lack of AC. And since the windows open only slightly, it can get pretty warm in the room. Staff provided a fan which helped a lot. I would stay here again but not during the summer months! read more

Highly recommend this place lively. good food and near city centre and short walk from temple bar area, be sure to make sure your not above the nightclub if you want a quiet night! read more

This hotel was definitely a great bang for our buck. Restaurant on site was awesome. The nightly entertainment was some of the best we found in the area. It was walking distance to all the attractions we were interested in visiting. Loved it! read more

If you love Irish music and dancing, this is the place for you. They have live bands and Irish dancers (sometimes booking is necessary), great atmosphere and they also serve lovely food. I have had mouthwatering pork spare ribs in here. On a Sunday the music starts from 12.30. If it has one drawback it would be its huge size, and sometimes can take a while to get served at the bar, but relax and enjoy the craic while you wait! read more

Had my 21st birthday there. Couldn't ask for better service or nicer people. Live band and Irish dancers were fantastic entertainment too! Lovely John looked after us so well and offered me a complimentary birthday cocktail and made sure we had a lovely time - even made me get up on stage to do an Irish dance! Had a wonderful time - next time I'm in Dublin will definitely go back. read more