Saw Barbie (my daughter insisted and I really enjoyed it. The theater was immaculate and beautiful inside. The seats were comfy recliners, nicer than I have at home. Staff was helpful and nice Great experience. Go online and get your tickets because the theater opens just before the first show and we had to stand outside a moment to be let in. read more

Not a bad theatre at all, for 10€ you can enjoy most popular movies but don't expect the comforts of assigned seating, leather upholstery, recliners, or an IMAX experience. The seats were actually pretty narrow in the theatre but I read that this place is pretty much antiquated. You can buy your snacks where you get your tickets and they have an assortment of things, including beer. They have WiFi here, but when I asked an employee passing by for the password he couldn't/wouldn't tell me. The conversation was lost in translation. Oh well. This spot is a-ok if you want to kill some time between shopping at Jervis but this definitely isn't a destination spot. read more

This is the best cinema in Dublin, at least of the mainstream ones. It maintains that Old World atmosphere lost in many of the huge omniplexes that pervade many other cities. The exterior is still like you would see in a 1940s movie, with the movie times in black and white, just as a cinema should look. The best thing about this place is the seats. Although they're generally of the fairly standard variety, if you get the right screen, you'll get a double seat...perfect for a cuddle, even better to hog for yourself!! Some of the lights still have to be manually switched on by staff after the movie, which means that there's no fancy fading going on here...good honest light switches suffice!! read more

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I wasn't sure what the appeal of the Savoy was before I saw a film there. It doesn't have that many screens. It has a tiny confectionary stall. Scumbags tend to buzz around outside it. All these factors put me off the Savoy quite a bit. Then I went to a film in screen 1 here and as soon as the curtains rolled back to reveal the screen it all suddenly made sense. The Savoy is a real traditional cinema experience. Get your popcorn and enjoy the picture. read more

I love the Savoy, one of the few cinemas I've ever been in that has some sense of atmosphere outside of the actual screen. And it's a nice old world atmosphere at that. Yes, giddy kids can be a problem but only in the afternoon. And lets be honest here, why would you want to watch a film in the afternoon? read more

Savoy - Cinema Near Me - Dublin, D

The Savoy is one of the most iconic and scenic cinemas in Ireland, even though it had to adapt to modern times - as it has to compete with all those multiplexes. The one (of the 6) screens where you need to watch a movie however is the main cinema 1. Here you can still see and feel the grandeur of old, especially when it is used as the cinema for the opening and closing night of the yearly Dublin Film Festival. And of course it's location directly on O'Connell Street is unbeatable, though you sometimes have to fight off the scroungers after a late screening. read more

Savoy - Cinema Near Me - Dublin, D

Went to see a film today at this iconic cinema. Situated in a plush building on O'Connell street. Nice grand lobby, very pricey ticket prices, but luxurious seating and superb screens. read more

What a sad state the Savoy is in. Like a glamorous aul wan who was a dead looker in her time, went to all the best parties, knew the most interesting people, lived a long life, then as the people who cared about her drifted away, so she stopped caring for herself, then sadly became invisible. Run down, uncared for, down on her luck, and unloved. Sob. How did this happen to such a stunning building back in it's prime? Such a shame and a disgrace really that it has been allowed to become such a bleak has-been. O'Connell St in general is desperate for some love and attention - it could be such a gorgeous street, and unluckily right now it's the first street that a lot of tourists see when they land in Dublin. Anyway. Back to the Savoy. Ah it's grand - it's told and tattered and depressed, and there's not much by the way of choice for refreshments etc (No pick n mix, or ice cream cones etc) It is cheaper than the rest though, and the staff I found to be lovely. So, if you wanna stash your own treats in your bag, and are after a cheap way of spending an afternoon, sure you know what you're getting. But please, won't someone sit up and take notice, treat this old lady to some pampering and bring her back to what she could be? read more

Great location, decent enough student discount on Tuesdays with valid student card (€5.50), comfortable seating and good selection of movies on show at any given time. The staff are mostly unpleasant and unhelpful when purchasing tickets which is disappointing as there is such a small timeframe of interaction with them. Food is crazy expensive so I would advise buying elsewhere beforehand for cinema snacks! read more

This movie theater has a lot of character and class on the inside with what I'll call a 1940's silver screen ambiance. The seats, the screens, the lighting, all make the movie going experience a bit of a time warp that is a pleasant relief. It's also located in a convenient location right where the buses stop in the city centre. I sometimes felt that they didn't have a wide selection of movies or times that cine world did, however, that aside, a very clean and beautiful theatre. read more

As a newcomer to Dublin - I would have to find a favourite cinema and this is it. I have heard horror stories about Cineworld (and personally seen too many undesirable youths hanging out in the vicinity) and unfortunately the Lighthouse is just a little too arty for me. Ticket prices were very reasonable especially for a student (yay) but the snack bar leaves a little to be desired. That said, the cinemas themselves are great - big comfy seats, spacious legroom, top of the range sound system and massive screens. Then again I have only watched in Screen 2 and 4. I have heard the other less popular films or those in their final runs get relegated to the smaller screens (which do make sense). All in all - if I want to watch a movie, this is the first place I will look at showtimes from now on. read more

I have been coming here since I was a chisler..... I miss the Carlton and the Adelphi very much but the Savoy and the Screen still hold that special nostalgic and atmospheric experience I crave when going to see a movie on the big screen. I really dislike Cineworld. No atmosphere. The Ryanair of cinemas but for the most part more expensive than the Savoy. The bits I really like? Less than €7 to see a movie before 6.30/7pm. Nice popcorn and again is actually cheaper than Sh1teworld. Friendly staff. Screen 1 is just the BEST screen in Ireland. The bad? Screen 5 and 6.... I'm sorry if anything is on in 5 and 6 I will swallow my pride and go to see it in Sh1teworld instead. Staff don't monitor the screens as much as they used to, so if someone is being a Motormouth Mary then you need to chuck some popcorn at them. Overall a far more enjoyable cinema experience in comparison to Sh1teworld on Parnell Street. Go here if you can unless it is screen 5 and 6 cos they are too small and uncomfortable unfortunately. read more

Not really a massive amount to say about the Savoy, it's an institution and a longtime fixture on O'Connell St. Saw a very random movie (How I Live Now, would NOT recommend....the ending completely ruined it!) in the always amazingly large screen 2. Comfy seats, good value tickets and crunchy warm popcorn to share... They do a deal on a Wednesday night - €10 for a ticket, medium drink and popcorn which is a pretty good deal when the cinema seems to cost so much these days... And hey what else would you be doing in town on a Thursday at 6.20.... Not a massive amount of snacks compared to larger cinema chains but I'm a popcorn and coke girl in the cinema and was certainly happy with how crunchy the popcorn was so no complaints there. I hear too they have double seats in some of the screens too.. definitely the place to take your date and cosy up.... read more

I was in Dublin for two days as part of a week long holiday in Ireland. My husband and I left the US on November 19th, the day "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" was to premiere, and we couldn't wait until we got back to the states to watch it! So on a particularly rainy afternoon we decided to just go to the movies...or as the Irish phrase it "the cinema." We made it to the matinee show on a Monday afternoon, so only paid 7EU per ticket, which was great as the regular ticket price was 10 EU (this is 13.25 USD...way too expensive!). When we walked into the lobby we really weren't very impressed, no seats, or restrooms to use while you waited for your movie to start, though they did have a toilet on the second floor), and we were 30 minutes early so spent our time outside in the cold. Also, the concession stand was quite basic it had your usual popcorn, sodas, and candies, but no real food items or unique items to the country (i.e. in Korea they have roasted squid, and in Mexico they feature full bars, I suppose I expected Guinness on tap or hot tea due to the weather...lol). As for my four star rating...it is due to our surprise when we walked into theatre one! It is huge (larger than the new stadium style theatres in the US), and reminds me of some of the theatres and performing arts centers in New York. Red velvet curtains cover the screen, there are matching comfy chairs, and elegant sconces line the walls. And, my complaint about no restrooms on the ground floor were resolved when I realized there was an enormous restroom at the back of the theatre, great idea for particularly long movies where you don't want to miss anything. Overall, we had a great experience and of course enjoyed the film! read more

So, today was my first time ever at the Savoy. I now understand why. The theatres are tiny and very old fashioned, which I can kinda understand but the heating? Really? The radiators on the walls were scalding, the air was way too intense, I couldn't breathe half way through the movie. The staff aren't very helpful, there was a lot of confusion with seating, meaning I had to be moved from my original seat to accommodate a couple who had booked a seat on either side of me and my friend. Why? The movie volume was kinda low. If anyone even moved in the theatre, we had to strain to hear it. It definitely wasn't my favourite experience. read more

I love this cinema so much. It just reminds me of old Hollywood movies when young couples always went on dates to the movies and nights on the town were nearly unheard of. The huge large screen that they have on the ground floor is just the best thing ever. It's what you think a cinema should be, with red velvet seats and long red velvet curtains covering the screen that are drawn back when the movie begins! It's just so magical The prices are very reasonable, cheaper prices than other cinemas in Dublin and offer student deals on Wednesday, 10 euro for a ticket and a medium popcorn and coke. Any other day I think it's about 7euro for a cinema ticket whereas other cinemas are roughly 10euro. The only reason I didn't give the Savoy 5/5 stars is because of the new screen that they have added that's located half way up the stairs. It's tiny....really tiny! I was in it a few weeks ago seeing the Hateful Eight, although it is a widescreen movie, surely it could have been projected onto one of the other bigger screens. The cinema has 20 seats, 4 seats in each row, May aswel have been watching it on my telly at home. I'm nearly certain that the Savoy shows little to no screenings on this particular screen so I wouldn't let this put you off. I'd definitely recommend this cinema, it feels like a night out :) read more

The Savoy cinema is a landmark on busy O'Connell Street and it is the oldest remaining cinema in the city centre. Its screen number one is the largest screen in the country and is used regularly for premiers and gala evenings. Once inside you can understand why, with its velvet curtains and red comfy, and well worn, chairs that are set in a stadium style, it is a reminder of old style Hollywood glamour. read more

Even though the weather has been so nice this summer I've found myself going to the cinema way more than usual during the past few months. I enjoy going to Savoy as it's a bit quieter than Cineworld down the street - perfect for a casual trip to the movies. The main theatre just off of the lobby is gorgeous and has some great old world charm. The theatres upstairs are nice as well. One is a bit small so just in case you're movie's playing in there, arrive early to avoid getting the dreaded front row seats! Student ticket prices are about €6.20, which is probably the cheapest I've seen in any of the cities I've lived in. The concessions stand is pretty small, but it's perfect if you're a classic popcorn and soda moviegoer. Last showings are usually sometime around 8PM, which is really early! All in all, I enjoy going to Savoy when I'm looking to relax while watching the latest blockbuster - just wish there were later movie showings & more concessions. read more

I'd love to give a 4 star for the cleanliness, prices and the comfy seats. However, for the screen and the sound, I'm only giving a 1 star ... plus taking away a star for the popcorn I've live in dublin for 15 years and had never been. Last weekend went to see Captain America 3D .. what a let down. The seats were comfy, but upon entering the screen room, my mate laughed and said "jaysus..your TV at home is bigger than this". ANd really, it pretty much is. We also have surround sound at home. Not this screen room is seemed.. it was too quiet and just not surround.. I felt like I was watching a movie at my grans. Hubby's popcorn was so salty he could barely eat it. Prices are cheaper than Cineworld, and ya Cineworld isn't the poshest place on earth..but they've huge screens and Dolby surround sound. You actually feel your in a cinema. Won't ever go here again sadly. read more

Pros: - more relaxed crowd than cineworld with good selection of mainstream films - Right on O'connell so convenient location - the screen I saw the man from u.n.c.l.e. on was huge with tons of seating Cons: - Paying 9.50 to watch Ant-Man on screen 7 with its tiny screen and 20 seats is robbery - screen 7; at least they warn you it's going to be small but damn it's really really small - messy theaters aren't cleaned properly read more

An Omniplex cinema, the Savoy is still the big daddy where most Irish premieres are held. It's in a fairly old building, so, despite a recent € 2 million upgrade, a lot of the 6 screens are smallish. The number 1 screen has around 800 seats and is quite good. The sound quality isn't as crisp as other more modern cinemas in Dublin though, and the city centre location means it's often filled with noisy, giggly teens who can really ruin a movie. Inside tip - if you want a drink or snack buy it at one of the many convenience stores on O'Connell Street and carry it in rather than paying the wildly ambitious cinema prices. read more

Savoy - Cinema Near Me - Dublin, D

I really like the savoy cinema, it is not too big but it is not too small either. It is a 6 screen cinema with all the latest blockbusters. I really enjoy coming here as the staff are friendly and helpful. read more

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A former movie palace that has been split into a six screen cinema the Savoy retains retains one large screen that is a great place to view blockbusters. Good quality projection and sound too. Still going strong despite competition from multiplexes. read more

Saw many a film in this theatre. Nothing to complain about except the tendency to be a bit overheated. read more

yep there aren't any dublin cinemas left who go for the theatrical experience, with the closure of the classic and the ambassador exhibiting other things, only the savoy takes me back to the cinema experiences of my childhood. But for all the nostalgia and, well, curtains, its still not the best cinema in town. I don't mind the small concession stand really, but I suppose the fact that what they show is limited and all but screen 1 are quite small screens. The savoy tends to close early and doesn't have enough variety of showings for my cinema needs. I end up there the odd time and don't check the listings for there first. Still though I'd miss it if it went. read more

Despite the low rating, this is actually one of the best cinemas in Dublin. I give it 3/5 mainly because the outside and some of the interior of the building was changed to a more modernistic silver and gray paneling a few years ago. The appearance from the outside makes it look like any other cinema which it certainly isn't once you're in the actual viewing rooms. The screens are huge and perfect for premieres and the old-school decor inside is lovely to see. Seating is pretty comfortable but the stupid minimalistic front takes away from one of the oldest cinemas in Dublin. Well worth a visit but make sure you go to see a film to get the full experience....it is a cinema after all! read more

I think this cinema is great i know they don't have a lot of showings and great movie times plus a lot smaller than cineworld but there prices are like half the price and always a great crowd in the pictures not to many messer's which means its easy to enjoy the movie without someone throwing popcorn at your head ha. read more

I have been there a couple of times, it is a normal cinema maybe they need to remodelate and modernizate the building and facilities as it looks a litle bit old. Otherwise it is located in the very centric O'Connell street and the prices are lower that the nearest cinemas. read more

I've been to Savoy on multiple occasions as I find it's less crowded and easy to get tickets than Cineworld. It's been around for years as my parents apparently went there a lot before I was even born! I like Savoy more than the much larger and popular Cineworld only a few minutes away as it's not as crowded, the queues for the tickets are much shorter and the ticket prices are slightly cheaper although not by a huge amount. The variety of films and the availability of times is much less which is a downside but they do screen all the major movies. The screens have a nice vintage feel to them and the seats are very comfy with a lot more leg room. I paid 8 euro for a student ticket on Saturday, but I think it would be cheaper on the weekdays like most cinemas. The only thing is that it can get hot inside as I noticed that there was no air conditioning which is fine in winter, but it was really hot when I went in the summer. The location is very easy access; right in the middle of O'Connell street. I didn't buy any food as I know food is generally overpriced at cinemas, but the selection is very minimal compared to Cineworlds large affair and cafe. They only have one booth that sells the tickets plus popcorn, sweets etc. The staff were ok, I didn't find them to particularly rude or friendly either, but compared to the multiple experiences I've had with rude staff at Cineworld, I didn't have any problems here. Overall, decent screens, old school atmosphere and shorter queues but fewer screening times and film variety. read more

Cineworld is my haunt but I come here when friends want too. It's a bit old now but sweets two for a fiver will do for me if needs must.

I really like the old school feel of this cinema, the main screen on the ground floor is super impressive. .... I will admit it really is the charm of the cinema which attracts me the most read more

Typical chain cinema. Shows the big films in mostly comfortable chairs. I still need more.... sweet popcorn, a proper ice cream stand, the ability to take a craft beer with me whilst watching my film.... read more

Fun place and looks really neat inside! Saw the first Sherlock Holmes movie here (I'm pretty sure this is the one-hahaha!) and the pricing was just a little higher than it is at home. read more

Decent enough spot. Spacious seats. Clean. Friendly staff. Be warned, however, that some of the rooms are strangely configured, so turning up early to ensure a good seat isn't the worst idea. read more

Such a great cinema, went to see premiere of ted 2, enjoyed and had great laugh, definitely coming back again!

An old fashioned cinema on O'Connell Street in Dublin. This theatre has about 6 screens and even though it has been modernised, it still reminds me of cinemas we used to visit as kids. The savoy has the usual facilities you would expect & you can purchase snacks before the performance. Tickets can be pre booked in advance. If you look under age, be prepared to be asked for ID, as age restrictions are taken very seriously here! read more

I like the savoy, It has recent had a face lift! apart from the toilets :-)odd It has the real old cinema feel with is great. Its not too big just has 6 screens its a pity they didnt add a small bar and I think it would be a great place! read more

I think I might be a bit biased in this review as I've many a happy memory from my childhood that is firmly laid in The Savoy's foundations. Location is central as you can find; retains an old fashioned feel, even though it's recently had a facelift. Screen 1 is by far the best of the auditoriums. read more

Went to the Savoy twice. First was Screen 1 and was ok. Second was screen 7 (tiny room but for an independent movie I don't mind at all), and it was... terrible. It was actually a disaster. First, the sound was way too loud, so loud that my gf put earphones just to cover her ears a bit. Second, the room lights, on the side walls, were left on during the whole movie, as if we were not in a cinema... The irony is that these lights were switched off only... during the ads at the beginning, and the credits at the end!! You don't pay 10 euros to be in worse conditions than at home, right? I don't think I'll ever return there. read more

Film was fantastic. However Savoy no. I will explain in due course for my 1 star rating. I think you will find it self explanatory. Upon arrival, I was greeted with my friend to a lovely staff member welcome. They didn't have Natchos :(. awww. However the popcorn was very salty. I actually developed a rash. I don't' know if there are lights on in all the screens or whatever, however in Cineworld, BEFORE the film in question commences, they leave the lights on so that you can find your seat etc., then they dim them at the trailers then completely off when the film starts. However here in teh Savoy, No lighting whatsoever in screen. Anyone could fall. I actually imagined myself falling. You could result in a fall. While waiting for the film, my friend and I were sitting down together waiting to go into the screen. I suddenly got a vibe that its not gay friendly. How well I was right. My mate noticed a staff member following us into the bathroom. He confronted him. It would appear the staff possibly thought we were doing gay acts such as blowjob or whatever etc. ie DIAGNOSIS homophobic. SO now you can see why I gave a 1 star rating. I shant be going to Savoy in the near future. They seriously need to get their acts together. Just cause you see two lads going to the gents, firstly don't mean the're gay and secondly doing gay acts. That's absolutely HOMOPHOBIC. read more