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The Royal Marine Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a full-service spa and a health club

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Exterior
Sauna, steam room, body treatments, mud baths, hydrotherapy
Exterior
Dining
Interior entrance
Travelers find tranquility at The Royal Marine Hotel in Dun Laoghaire. The property features a garden, indoor pool, and Sansana Spa for rejuvenating treatments. Guests can relax by the lobby fireplace and enjoy complimentary WiFi throughout their stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available

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About the neighborhood

Map
Marine Road, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin

What's nearby

  • Dun Laoghaire Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University College Dublin - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Leopardstown Racecourse - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Aviva Stadium - 15 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Dublin Port - 16 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Dun Laoghaire Station - 3 min walk
  • Cherrywood Station - 8 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Forty Foot (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shoe Lane Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Papi Chulo - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Marine Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel near University College Dublin
At The Royal Marine Hotel, you can look forward to an airport shuttle, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in reflexology, a facial, and a Swedish massage at Sansana Spa, the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), an elevator, and free newspapers
Room features
All 228 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 17 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • 11 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

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

More

  • 9 floors
  • Built in 1828
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 16.00 per person

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
Cashless transactions are available
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

Hotel Royal Marine
Marine Royal
Royal Marine Dun Laoghaire
Royal Marine Hotel
Royal Marine Hotel Dun Laoghaire
The Royal Marine Hotel Hotel
The Royal Marine Hotel Dublin
The Royal Marine Hotel Hotel Dublin

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Marine Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is The Royal Marine Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Royal Marine Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Royal Marine Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Royal Marine Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Royal Marine Hotel located?

This family-friendly Dublin hotel is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Dun Laoghaire Harbour and Dublin Bay. Blackrock Clinic and Killiney Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). Dun Laoghaire Station is only a 3-minute walk and Dublin Sandycove and Glasthule Station is 12 minutes.

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Reviews

The Royal Marine Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 499 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It's a great location if you are visiting Dun Laoghaire and there are stunning views. However, some of the balconies in one of the newer builds are concrete, meaning you can't see the view when sitting down, and there is no outdoor furniture. The rooms are pretty tired and in desperate need of a refurb. Beds are very comfortable and the room we had (Executive Sea View) was a great size. Service in the lounge is very slow but the staff are pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent three pleasant days at this hotel. Rooms are updated and well-laid out. Bed is super comfortable for those who just arrived on a flight from the US! Staff was competent and friendly enough. We tried to check in about 1-2 pm, originally they said could check in at 4 and store our bags, but a room immediately came free, which was very appreciated. Buffet breakfast and food in the cafe outside the bar were pretty good. All in all a good stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

julie

Definitely not 4 star hotel

We had a room with absolutely no view at all just a wall with corridor windows, room carpet was tired and worn, sink was cracked in bathroom hard to believe it was 4 star to be honest
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

dermot, kilkenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Still one of the best in dublin that’s why we go back again and again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay with friendly. & efficient service & excellent food. Most enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Covid reduced service's in place

As per the title. Needed TP. etc. Not clear on how to get it. So I went to receptionist to source. Should be a better system in place. The beds were fabulous. Slept like a log. No noise at all. Beautiful property. Convenient to transport, ocean & walks. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

JOANNE

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

Stunning location.

Beautiful hotel. Location was stunning. Clean, spacious and staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My husband and I had a lovely time.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Royal stay

Lovely location great walks all round. Would definitely stay again. Rooms slightly dated but comfortable and clean. Bar menu could have more options but food was good and reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely hotel on the waterfront. Easy access to town and dart.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carpets could be updated….
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Une nuit romantique royale

Une superbe nuit dans ce magnifique hôtel, juste en face de l'océan donc très pratique pour de jolies balades à toute heure. Le personnel était accueillant et les autres commodités telles que le spa et la piscine étaient très agréables. Un séjour romantique garanti !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Sophie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Poor choice of hotel

Overall very disappointing. Unpleasant staff, horrible food and very basic rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice hotel, staff on training!

The hotel was nice, but there was a serious lack of experienced staff in the evenings and night times. Bar staff were mainly 'being trained', and so it was very difficult to get a drink or any other order. The service was slow and poor. I got a glass of water in a glass which was cracked and chipped. The senior/managerial staff were good, but they were few and far between.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room needs updating

Lovely hotel, beautiful view and the food was very nice but hotel was noisy, the pipes in the bathroom kept making noises and the air conditioning didnt work so the room was very warm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

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

Royal Marine Hotel

Very enjoyable overnight stay and three course evening meal in the Hardy Bistro. Excellent staff Food and C-19 measures in place. Dun Laoire a vibrant busy and interesting place to visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

PHILIP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
we had a great stay at the hotel, the only bad thing to say was my daughter was devistated that we couldnt use the pool as it was fully booked.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Liam

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

Nice Hotel

Decent hotel room ok bit stuffy...311...good shower and bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a beautiful hotel and some of the staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty view from the main room, but very dated rooms. Our mini fridge was broken but the light was on. Some things we put in there were spoiled. We told front desk. They said sorry. But a few bucks off for the rotten food in the fridge would’ve been the fair thing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Noreen

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

The Royal Marine Hotel

Great location , staff warm and friendly ,good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent but please get the fried eggs sorted!

Only problem was system for serving fried eggs at breakfast. Was finished rest of fry both days before fried eggs arrived. NOT a good thing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Gillian

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Room allocated was of a poor standard and very small. It was a standard type of room which I have stayed in many times but this one was in the the original building and by far the worst.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

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