Stayed here years ago and thought give it another try. First , I'd like say this is a solid top 3…read morerating. So consider that if you book. I'm sure I might come again but might try other places. The location on temple street is excellent and I really want to give kudos to the excellent staff service which was very helpful. Reasonable price as well transit through for flight back. So let's give the pro and con Pro Great staff Generally very clean Good size room And if want to be in the action good location Less than pro Noise as sever bars right by ( they do give you ear plugs) Room had some issues , broken toilet roll holder and we had to put the door stop back on Also some hair on bed , before anyone sat on it And for this room no window view , but some rooms have it so just ask first Overall, I want to love this place , but I do like it. So given the above if you want to be in central Temple street and don't mind the noise give it a try and let us know what you think And again some of the nicest staff we have met in Dublin !

Staff did NOT meet special instructions. In order to arrive @ 6am and be accommodated, I was told…read moreto book the day before. I did that - I PAID FOR AN ENTIRE DAY so I could check in early. HOWEVER - staff CANCELED by ENTIRE reservation and clocked me as a NO SHOW THEN - despite my simple request for a quiet room, b/c I was on a bereavement visit - they IGNORED IT I was given the NOSIEST room in the hotel - it had a horrible view of mechanical equipment that filled the whole alley, then it was also the glass recycling bins - and it's like a frat house every night! After 2 days of non operating key cards, Staff was a bit demeaning...offering a free coffee one day. The next day, for my troubles they offered a small box of treats - which I took, but returned after I was once again, locked out of the room b/c even lock battery went dead and I was locked out for 20 minutes! coffee and candy just doesn't cut it after that. I demanded a better room. On my way out the next day, I said, "I look forward to my room change this afternoon" and the clerk asked why - I told him to check with the mgmt. from the previous night. Thanks for being kind guys - but you wouldn't have to apologize, if the job was done right. My reservation cancelation, unquiet accommodations, late arrival, key card issues were only handled as pocket problems - and was not spread across management so everyone was aware. Communication is GOOD Temple Bar Hotel - I did my part - I checked and double checked with staff to make sure the extra late (or super early) check in was processed and I would be expected AND I paid for that accommodation - staff lack of communication between shift mgrs. could have had me on the street w/o a reservation that I made weeks in advance. Unacceptable

Of the three hotels we stayed at during our Ireland trip, The Morgan was our favorite…read more I don't think you can beat its location. Right in the heart of Temple Bar, it's within easy walking distance of Trinity College, Grafton Street, Dublin Castle, countless pubs and restaurants, and many of Dublin's top attractions. We hardly needed transportation the entire time we were there. The Morgan is a boutique hotel with a modern feel, spacious rooms, comfortable beds, air conditioning (not always a given in Europe), and updated bathrooms. Everything throughout the hotel was spotless and well maintained. One concern about staying in Temple Bar is the late-night noise, but it wasn't an issue for us. Our room (#217) overlooked the back of the hotel, and we slept soundly every night. The staff was consistently warm and welcoming, and we especially enjoyed the restaurant team that greeted us each morning for a traditional Irish breakfast. They were a wonderful way to start each day. When we return to Dublin, I plan to stay at The Morgan again.

We recently stayed three nights here and had a great experience. Great location in the heart of…read moreTemple Bar. I sort of expected it might be noisy at night but that didn't turn out to be the case. Decent sized room and bathroom and perfect for what we needed. Close to the bus stop which was great as we took the bus quite a bit. Highly recommend and would return again.

Pros and cons with this place. Pros:…read moreGreat location for walking Cool vibes Friendly staff Decent breakfast Cons: Room was sweltering even with the heat turned down, windows open, and tower fan on. Shower was tiny Elevator was painfully slow Was this the worst hotel experience ever? No. Would I go back? Maybe if I didn't know where else to stay. I dunno. It didn't completely suck but it was really hard trying to sleep with it being so hot in the room.

WEIRD EXPERIENCE…read more.. Mixed feelings about our stay at the infamous Temple Bar Inn. Absolutely a beautiful lobby with a retro 70s industrial theme (see pics) with a 24/7 friendly security officer. The two desk clerks at the reception desk checkin area were professional and not secretive about the disclaimer of the late night noise from the hopping bar scene below our room, although they provide foam ear plugs to dull the wrath. Unfortunately, a room change to the opposite quieter side of the building was not possible at this juncture since they were sold out. Understanding that this hotel, like many others throughout Europe do not have cold a/c so the windows need to be cracked open. We were aware of the noise situation from reading prior reviews, therefore, we were prepared to deal with it. Within five minutes we were given our room key and up the elevator we went and into an oversized room. As we were unpacking everything, we noticed the pair of foam ear plugs next to the bed, the shower was massive with an affixed chair that took up half the stall with only a removable manual shower head that was level to my neck, a sink that almost was touching my thighs, thick bracing bars throughout and the bed seemed oddly low to the ground. The wife was not pleased and I could feel her stress building up. OMG...We were in the handicap suite or a room for little people, but more likely for handicap people. We checked our reservation which did not indicate a request for a handicap accessible room. The wife gave me the wonderful job to go back to the reception clerk to resolve this issue and hopefully switch rooms. The clerk advised that the hotel has five handicap rooms and we were blessed with one of them. Since the hotel was sold out, there was nothing he could do at this time. He advised me to meet with the clerk in the morning in an attempt to resolve the issue. The next day the clerk was able to provide us another room at the rear of the hotel with less noise, and happily I accepted. We secured this reservation over six months ago and this situation should have never happened in the first place. Not sure if the hotel policy is "First Come, First Serve" since we arrived at 8pm. The next morning we packed up everything and went to the new room, which was modern and perfect. We finally took our showers with excellent hot water pressure and left tired but happier. Other than those exciting issues we had a pleasant stay and the location is excellent with bars and restaurants within steps of the hotel. They provide a breakfast in the hotel for a fee but we chose to experience the donut shops and cafe around the corner. Check out was painless and taxi service can pull up directly to the front door. Interesting experience at this hotel but it worked out fine in the end. Based on the situation we encountered, we called ahead to our hotel in Scotland requesting firmly but politely, NO HANDICAP ROOM PLEASE.

The college green hotel (formerly Westin Dublin) is a storied luxury hotel in a fantastic central…read morelocation just steps from key sights like Temple bar and Trinity University. Our king deluxe room on the fourth floor had all the modern features including bedside power and a sleek marble bathroom with both a tub and separate shower. Our room rate (€700) for a one night stay in early June included breakfast. The room was fairly quiet and very clean. We rented a car for the rest of our trip around Ireland so reserved parking ahead of time through the concierge. The ever so friendly Bell Captain, Stephen, met us at the front and directed us just around the building corner where he took care of the car for us. Couldn't have been easier.

Checked in and was placed in a smoke-smelling room. I called the front desk that evening, unable to…read morebreathe comfortably -- maintenance came and confirmed the smell immediately, but could only suggest keeping the window open (loud, given the hotel's location). The hotel was fully booked, so I was stuck there overnight, coughing and congested enough to buy decongestants and lozenges. The next day at 3pm they offered a new room -- it smelled fine until we turned on the AC, which blew out a moldy, mildewy odor. I'm leaving the AC off and window open rather than risk a third room, but it had gotten worse so I asked that maintenance inspect the AC and address the issue. If you're sensitive to allergens, especially mold or smoke, I'd steer clear of this place -- it seems to be a recurring issue with the building itself, not just bad luck.

Very nice and immaculately clean hotel just a few minutes walk from fun pubs, delicious restaurants…read moreand amazing museums as well as Hop On/Hop Off bus stops and train stations. Bar is open late and drink prices are very fair. The lobby bar is a really nice spot to chill out and beautifully laid out. Before booking this hotel I was concerned about possible late night noise but there was none at all during our 8 day stay. The staff are amazing and the Irish Breakfast is a real treat! Take a walk over to the Irish Whiskey Museum Tour and The Irish Rock and Roll Museum!

Great staff, beautiful lobby bar and reception, good location and nice rooms. There is an elevator…read morebut on each hall there are a series of up and down small steps so mobility is necessary to get to your room. It was a hot spell when we were(75F) there so our rooms were slightly warm but we managed. Rooms have comfortable beds, we got one room that was a small double and I feel it was a nice accommodation for one person . Our other room was two twins and it worked great for two.

We had a great stay, the hotel was nice. The location is ideal, you can walk to Temple Bar,…read moreGrafton, Guinness, and there are countless bars and restaurants. Everyone at the hotel was very friendly and helpful... Saoirse was spot on with every one of her recommendations. We will be back for sure

Lovely hotel in the heart of the action! Front desk staff, everyone in caribou- outstanding!…read moreWalking distance to everything. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to others

The Riu Gresham is smack dab in Dublin's tourist district, with lots of restaurants, public…read moretransportation, a taxi rank (taxi stand), souvenir shop, and the Hop-on Hop-off bus stop nearby. The area felt safe during the day and evening, although there were some homeless people across the street. The smokers plant themselves by the entrance to the hotel so beware if you dislike that smell as I do. There are two restaurants in the hotel, one across from the front desk and Toddy's to the left of the hotel. Check-in was straightforward, and the staff stored our luggage while we explored. Our rooms weren't ready when we arrived, which was before check-in time. But they said it would be ready in 2-3 hours and they would notify us. We didn't hear from them but decided to come back after two hours & our room was then ready. The room was a good size and included a king bed, refrigerator, kettle, safe, toiletries, hair dryer, iron, desk, TV, and plenty of outlets. Note that they use both the EU plug and the UK plug in Ireland. When we checked in there are black fluff / lint all over the floor. But staff thoroughly cleaned the floor the next day. The bathroom looked nice with a marble like tile and had a low-entry shower. Though the shower seal allowed some water to leak onto the floor. The sofa was not good. The cushions kept sliding off so we avoided sitting on the sofa. Wi-Fi was easy to set up, and the breakfast buffet offered plenty of hot and cold choices. Gluten-free and some special hot items had to be requested from the servers. There is no pool, and we didn't use the gym or room service. The temperature controls were somewhat confusing, but a porter showed us how to use them. The hotel also has two attached restaurants and sells travel adapters at the front desk. Our room faced an interior courtyard and was quiet, with a comfortable mattress and effective blackout curtains. However, the pillows were too soft. There was a flickering light on the ceiling that would have kept me up. Thankfully I had a sleep mask to cover my eyes. The hotel is expensive in my opinion, but the location and excellent porter/concierge service made our stay worthwhile. Staff were especially helpful with restaurant recommendations and other requests. The waitstaff in the breakfast room were also nice. The hotel is also convenient for organized tours. Accessibility might be an issue for some. There are 3 steps to get to the entrance and 3 steps down to the breakfast room. I didn't notice a wheelchair ramp anywhere. Keep in mind the history of the Gresham. The hotel was originally three Georgian townhouses that were eventually connected. So some floor layouts feel unusual. To get to the parking garage you have to switch elevators. Overall, this hotel was worth it for us. I had a discount and our tour pick up spot was right in front of the Gresham so it was convenient for us. I'd say this hotel works best for adults and tour groups rather than budget travelers. I don't recall seeing any kids here during our stay. To avoid disappointment though, you should request a specific room type when booking if the layout or view matters to you. The property itself is nice, clean and well maintained.

I didn't stay here but had to check it out because I love old buildings! While I can't speak for…read morethe hotel, the building and lobby decor are fascinating! The Riu has renovated the historic Gersham Hotel. The architectural details have been refurbished combined with stunning modern details make a gorgeous lobby. The glass ceiling art added lots of color. The awning looks to be an original art deco piece. A restaurant is in the lobby. The staff I encountered were polite and helpful. The bathrooms were clean.

We had a very nice time here. The aloft we stayed at years ago had once of the most annoying…read morefeatures we've ever experienced - a single light switch that turned on the bathroom and room light. We don't stay there anymore. Here, they didn't make the same mistake! The room was well equipped. The beds were large and we had some good room to spread out (we have a total of 5). The bathroom wasn't huge, but worked fine. No shower door, but a nice shower head so it was a net zero. The gym was small but nice. Couple treadmills, an elliptical machine, some free weights and some stretching mats. Access was from outside the building with a key card. On the 7th floor, there's a bar overlooking the city and the seating area for breakfast. The breakfast wasn't included in the base price, but was very good when we tried it. All in all, a really solid spot on the east side of downtown. We'd go here again.

Nice hotel in a good location, within walking distance to a lot of attractions and restaurants…read more Rooms were clean and are decently sized with big windows. Standards room amenities and breakfast upstairs on the7th floor. Breakfast spread was good with bread, cereals, pastries and hot selections of eggs, hashbrowns, pudding and bacon. Some fruit and yogurt and smaller variety of cold cuts and cheese. Only odd thing was we couldn't get a table for 4 in the breakfast room (any morning, not due to crowd sizes) so we had to sit out in the bar area every morning.