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McGettigans Townhouse
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A charming 11 bedroom townhouse right in the heart of Dublin City. Our townhouse is a home away from home and is run in conjunction with our infamous bar McGettigans.
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Paid public parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Free breakfast
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Adults only
Non-smoking hotel
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Swimup bar
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Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Bottled water
Private bathrooms
Flatscreen TV
Walk-in shower
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City view
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100Great for walkers
Grade: 100 out of 100
60Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
43Attractionswithin 0.5 km
78 Queen Street, Dublin D07 PW67 Ireland
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Stayed at the end of November but have only just been able to write a review.
I loved this hotel, I couldn't fault it. The staff were great, so very helpful throughout our stay. The bed was so comfy , the shower room was everything that we needed and being able to go to the bar at the end of our evening was just perfect. The only slight annoyance was the noise from the tram it was really loud from our room due but due to location and being on the tram line there is nothing that could have been done.
Breakfast is soo good! The morning staff staff are lovely. Overall, I was really really impressed - one thing I will say.. If the Chicken and Mushroom soup is on the menu GO FOR IT! Probably one of the best soups I've had!
Will certainly be back :)
I loved this hotel, I couldn't fault it. The staff were great, so very helpful throughout our stay. The bed was so comfy , the shower room was everything that we needed and being able to go to the bar at the end of our evening was just perfect. The only slight annoyance was the noise from the tram it was really loud from our room due but due to location and being on the tram line there is nothing that could have been done.
Breakfast is soo good! The morning staff staff are lovely. Overall, I was really really impressed - one thing I will say.. If the Chicken and Mushroom soup is on the menu GO FOR IT! Probably one of the best soups I've had!
Will certainly be back :)
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Date of stay: November 2019
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If you’re looking for a friendly, clean and close to town accommodation then this is your place. We arrived late due to miscommunication as we’ve been attending wedding at a different location. They were able to arrange for us to get to our room at 11pm.
Room is lovely and clean, bathroom is clean, lovely and stylish. Yes, it’s cosy however, for a pub hotel, this is a very very good standard.
Breakfast is downstairs at the pub and you’re served good healthy home made meal.
All the 3 gentlemen at the pub are lovely, social and friendly.
I’ll highly recommend this place if you’re looking for somewhere in town to put your head down for 2 - 4 nights.
We’ll be back.
Room is lovely and clean, bathroom is clean, lovely and stylish. Yes, it’s cosy however, for a pub hotel, this is a very very good standard.
Breakfast is downstairs at the pub and you’re served good healthy home made meal.
All the 3 gentlemen at the pub are lovely, social and friendly.
I’ll highly recommend this place if you’re looking for somewhere in town to put your head down for 2 - 4 nights.
We’ll be back.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This hidden gem is a ten minute walk to the main area and far less in price from places further down. Clean comfy rooms, a warm welcome from Paul (who was lovely the whole time) and a hearty choice of breakfast. (Breakfast had quite a long wait but we can forgive that)
Shower gel and a cream being included was a nice touch especially with those of us only taking hand luggage as was the soft dressing gown.
We shall look forward to coming back.
Shower gel and a cream being included was a nice touch especially with those of us only taking hand luggage as was the soft dressing gown.
We shall look forward to coming back.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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McGettigan's Townhouse exceeded our expectations. My partner and I stayed in the Martin suite, and while it was small, this lent to the overall cozy and home-y atmosphere.
Staff were extremely friendly, helpful, and responded to emails quickly. The room had great amenities, including bathrobes, Netflix access on the TV, complimentary beverages (including a Guinness!), ample towels, a fan, tea/coffee bar, plenty of electrical outlets (including USB ports, which meant we didn't need to use our plug adapter), and overall beautiful decor.
The bed was comfortable, and had multiple options for blankets (a top sheet, a thin quilt, and a large duvet). The shower was roomy and had a large rain shower head. The bathroom mirror also had built-in lighting, which was great for makeup application. The window provided a great view of the neighbourhood, and the curved brick ceiling added to the historical charm of the building.
We were in Dublin to attend a formal event and required the use of an ironing board; the staff were very accommodating with this.
Unfortunately, there was an issue with the kitchen during our stay so we were unable to enjoy the breakfast. However, the staff were very apologetic and we were immediately offered reimbursement for this portion of the room cost.
Overall, we loved our stay at McGettigan's, and will absolutely be back to try the breakfast and stay again!
Staff were extremely friendly, helpful, and responded to emails quickly. The room had great amenities, including bathrobes, Netflix access on the TV, complimentary beverages (including a Guinness!), ample towels, a fan, tea/coffee bar, plenty of electrical outlets (including USB ports, which meant we didn't need to use our plug adapter), and overall beautiful decor.
The bed was comfortable, and had multiple options for blankets (a top sheet, a thin quilt, and a large duvet). The shower was roomy and had a large rain shower head. The bathroom mirror also had built-in lighting, which was great for makeup application. The window provided a great view of the neighbourhood, and the curved brick ceiling added to the historical charm of the building.
We were in Dublin to attend a formal event and required the use of an ironing board; the staff were very accommodating with this.
Unfortunately, there was an issue with the kitchen during our stay so we were unable to enjoy the breakfast. However, the staff were very apologetic and we were immediately offered reimbursement for this portion of the room cost.
Overall, we loved our stay at McGettigan's, and will absolutely be back to try the breakfast and stay again!
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Ideally located on the Luas line as we were arriving to Heuston Station and heading to the 3Arena later. Our room was on 2nd floor so was very quiet, no street noise with window closed and couldn't hear any sounds from the ground floor bar which had live music on the night we stayed.
The room was small but clean and apart from a creaky bed frame, was very comfortable.
Breakfast was a choice of cooked breakfasts, no cereal, etc on offer and so there was a bit of a wait for it but it was tasty when it arrived.
The room was small but clean and apart from a creaky bed frame, was very comfortable.
Breakfast was a choice of cooked breakfasts, no cereal, etc on offer and so there was a bit of a wait for it but it was tasty when it arrived.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We really enjoyed our stay in this hotel
The experience was positive from beginning to end.
We arrived very early but they were happy to store our bags and directed us to the nearest place to have some breakfast.
All the members of the staff are very friendly.
We were only able to get Joe's name but everybody else is lovely.
The breakfast is outstanding.
Love the sourdough bread and the Irish breakfast.
The only negative point that we had was when we came back after a day in the city, our door was not closed properly. We were able to walk in without using our keys.
We didn't bother to complain because we ran to the housekeeping staff just as we were going up the stair so we assumed that she just left our room.
I am very happy we chose McGettigans as our base for our Dublin trip.
The city and the locals are lovely.
I would definitely recommend this hotel and will sure stay here again!
The experience was positive from beginning to end.
We arrived very early but they were happy to store our bags and directed us to the nearest place to have some breakfast.
All the members of the staff are very friendly.
We were only able to get Joe's name but everybody else is lovely.
The breakfast is outstanding.
Love the sourdough bread and the Irish breakfast.
The only negative point that we had was when we came back after a day in the city, our door was not closed properly. We were able to walk in without using our keys.
We didn't bother to complain because we ran to the housekeeping staff just as we were going up the stair so we assumed that she just left our room.
I am very happy we chose McGettigans as our base for our Dublin trip.
The city and the locals are lovely.
I would definitely recommend this hotel and will sure stay here again!
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Communication prior to arrival to arrange room access was very helpful although not having a reception felt a little odd at first. Good location, right next to tram stop & airport bus stop just around the corner but most attractions in walking distance. Stayed in ‘Annie’, compact but comfortable with Tea, coffee, water & complimentary bottle of Guinness available. Paul & his staff were very friendly, welcoming and cooked a fantastic breakfast. Our only negatives were shower water didn’t drain & digital ‘room key’ disappeared from app so we were stranded outside briefly as pub was shut but Paul soon arrived to rescue us. Would definitely stay again.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Booked this hotel as it had good reviews. Unfortunately, this was not our experience. On arrival, the place was closed and we had to wander around till we spied someone behind the bar and had to knock on the window. The room was ok but lacked useable furniture. Two chairs built for leprechauns and a small table that only accommodated two small cups and saucers. The kettle and tea/coffee on a narrow shelf. The bed was comfortable enough but small. We left before breakfast the following morning on a (Fabulous day trip to the Cliffs of Moher and Galway with Wild Rover tours). When we arrived back, our room had not been serviced, bed not made, towels not changed and tea/coffee not replenished. We even went out and bought a jar of coffee). Apparently we were supposed to hang the ‘please service our room’ notice on the door. It would have been useful to have been told this on arrival. In fact there was no ‘Hotel Information’ in our room. Nevertheless, having spoken to the manager (Silvia), we left to wander around Dublin the following morning after a very nice full Irish breakfast, confident our room would be refreshed on our return. How disappointing. The cups were still there from the morning (bearing in mind we had already had to wash them ourselves the previous evening), the bed still unmade, so the same sheets on the bed for all three nights. No manager on the premises. The following morning we spoke to the manager who was singularly not interested. Apparently, servicing the room only entails changing the towels! This in no way resembles a 4 star establishment. We paid over €100 per night for what I would classify as a 1 star hotel. As an aside, yes, the hotel is within walking distance of the City Centre and Temple Bar BUT it is very close to two hostels and a Mission with overt drug taking on the street and in nearby doorways. It is not somewhere I would feel safe walking at night.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Can’t say enough good things about this place. We had an absolute nightmare with flights and ended up turning up at 3am and the staff had stayed there specially from clothing which was about midnight to let us in at that hour and honestly were so nice about it. The room was lovely, clean and all the amenities. Also the specially made bottle of Guinness in the room was a nice touch, we kept the bottle and brought it home. Great location close to everything. Paul behind the bar is an absolute gent and had some great chats with him over a fantastic pint of Guinness. All in all I’d stay here again any way and can’t recommend the place enough. 11/10
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Dropped into McGettigan's Townhouse with my family for breakfast / brunch last Sunday - 7 of us in total. Very happy with our visit. All the staff were very friendly and the food was really good. As for value, we guessed how much it would cost before the bill arrived. All of us were wrong as the bill was cheaper than any of us had guessed - not something that happens very often in Dublin. We did the same the week previous in another bar/restaurant and paid more than double what we paid here and the food was not as good. One really nice touch, was the water we asked for coming down in chilled Teeling whiskey bottles and at no charge. Looking forward to getting back here.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Dear Ethel
Unfortunately we do not have parking at McGettigan’s Townhouse.
The closest public Carpark is Queen Street/Smithfield. The hourly rate is E3.40 but it is possible to prebook a 24 hour rate of E20 on their website
Unfortunately on street parking is limited and metered.
Regards
Carol
"very noisy traffic, very hot room, no breakfast or meals mon and Tues. Very difficult to check in. No reception service staff to contact."Read full review
"When you see this place, just keep scrolling and book one of the many other venues available nearby. Waste of money (and time..)"Read full review
"We got the coach from the airport to the centre, found this to be very easy, quick and good value for money "Read full review
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€99 - €118 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
IrelandProvince of LeinsterCounty DublinDublin
NUMBER OF ROOMS
11
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Frequently Asked Questions about McGettigans Townhouse
Which popular attractions are close to McGettigans Townhouse?
Nearby attractions include Incognito Escape Room (0.4 km), St. Michan's Church (0.3 km), and The Cobblestone (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at McGettigans Townhouse?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a swimup bar, free wifi, and free breakfast.
Which room amenities are available at McGettigans Townhouse?
Top room amenities include a flat screen TV, blackout curtains, and a walk-in shower.
What food & drink options are available at McGettigans Townhouse?
Guests can enjoy a swimup bar, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant during their stay.
Is parking available at McGettigans Townhouse?
Yes, paid public parking nearby is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to McGettigans Townhouse?
Conveniently located restaurants include PHX Bistro, Urbanity, and Wuff.
Are there any historical sites close to McGettigans Townhouse?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Kilmainham Gaol Museum (2.0 km), 14 Henrietta Street (0.9 km), and Guinness Storehouse (0.7 km).
Does McGettigans Townhouse have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the city view available here.