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Clontarf Castle Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Dublin Port

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Irish cuisine
BBQ/picnic area
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Irish cuisine
Exterior
28-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies
Clontarf Castle Hotel blends modern luxury with historic charm in Dublin. Guests enjoy breakfast or dinner at The Fahrenheit Grill, unwind by the lobby fireplace, and appreciate the in-room WiFi. The helpful staff and convenient location consistently earn praise from visitors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Clontarf, a neighborhood in Dublin, Clontarf Castle Hotel is near a train station. 3Arena and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit O'Connell Street and Grafton Street. Check out an event or a game at Croke Park, and consider making time for Dublin Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, windsurfing and sailing adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
Castle Avenue, Dublin, Dublin, D03 W5N0

What's nearby

  • Clontarf Castle - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Croke Park - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Dublin Port - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • 3Arena - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Aviva Stadium - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • The Point Station - 6 min drive
  • Dublin Killester Station - 17 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harry Byrnes - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Yacht - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The 1884 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Epicenter Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beachcomber - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Clontarf Castle Hotel

Upscale hotel near Dublin Port
Take advantage of a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby at Clontarf Castle Hotel. The on-site Irish cuisine restaurant, The Fahrenheit Grill, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge), and self parking (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A 24-hour front desk, a ballroom, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 111 individually decorated rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and free international calls, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 28-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, 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

  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (EUR 8 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 14.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Knight's Bar
  • The Fahrenheit Grill

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1172
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 14.50 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 8 per night

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the 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

Castle Clontarf
Clontarf Castle Hotel Hotel
Clontarf Castle
Clontarf Castle Hotel
Clontarf Hotel
Hotel Castle
Hotel Clontarf
Hotel Clontarf Castle
Clontarf Castle Hotel Dublin
Clontarf Castle Hotel Hotel Dublin

Frequently asked questions

Is Clontarf Castle Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Clontarf Castle Hotel?

Self parking is available for EUR 8 per night.

What time is check-in at Clontarf Castle Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Clontarf Castle Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Clontarf Castle Hotel located?

Located in Clontarf, this hotel is steps from Clontarf Castle, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Dublin Port and Croke Park. St Anne's Park and 3Arena are also within 3 mi (5 km). Dublin Killester Station is 17 minutes by foot and Dublin Clontarf Road Station is 22 minutes.

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Reviews

Clontarf Castle Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 849 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1029 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an amazing place to stay! Staff were wonderful and the castle is simply amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff so very helpful and the grounds were spectacular. Rooms were simple and well-appointed. What a treat to stay in this beautiful castle landmark!
beautiful dau in front of the Clontarf!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable and everything on the property was immaculate! It was such a pleasure to stay there!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Clontarf Castle Hotel was wonderful! From the ease of checking in, the friendliness of the staff, the beauty of the interior, and the amazing room! Absolutely loved staying here! I would definitely recommend staying here when you have time to appreciate the facility and the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Interesting property with lots of character. Rooms are clean, cosy and luxurious staff a friendly and do try to make you welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful! Very clean, spacious rooms and comfortable bed. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay, the pub was welcoming, staff is friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clontarf Castle Hotel was an unforgettable experience! The blend of historic charm and modern comfort made our stay so special. The staff were attentive, the rooms were beautiful, and the overall atmosphere was magical. Everything was perfect from start to finish — highly recommend for anyone visiting Dublin.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed one night at Clontarf Castle, it was within a 30 min walk of the bus and train. Our room was comfortable and clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Our dinner at the pub was very enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, lively rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable stay I would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gundi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Great pub and food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a cool experience. The hotel was very cool, the dinner was very good. Not too much to do nearby but would stay again. The stay was very friendly. Thank you for the amazing experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was immaculate, beautiful and comfortable. We had everything we needed or wanted during our stay. The view as you pull up front just amaze every time. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy access to staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice area and beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was easy. Our flight got in early and they were able to accommodate us with only a short wait. Rooms were clean. Service was good. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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