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The Dublin Skylon Hotel is a family-run hotel situated next to many famous Dublin landmarks. National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin Cemetery & Croke Park Stadium can be reached in 15 minutes on foot, while Dublin City University (DCU) is located just a 10-minute walk. Dublin Skylon Hotel's secure on-site car park is favoured for guests with Dublin Airport & M50 located just a 10-minute drive. An express taxi/bus lane is located directly outside the hotel giving guests even more accessibility to the Dublin city centre. The elegantly designed bedrooms are finished to the highest standard that includes stylish Respa beds, Laptop Safe, free Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom with Rituals Toiletries. Guests can enjoy an extensive cooked Irish breakfast or Continental options that will be served to your table. The Skylon Bar & Grill offers classic bar favourites using locally sourced ingredients. All the menus come with a suggestion of wines from around the world, an extensive cocktail menu and a gin gallery. Check-in is after 2 pm. Please note that we are constantly thinking of what we can do to ensure our guests' safety & peace of mind throughout this time. Our housekeeping standards are of the highest order and planned and executed to provide extra peace of mind for our guests. We have hand sanitizing junctions at all important locations throughout the hotel. We wanted to go above and beyond to make sure everyone feels safe. Team Skylon
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Highchairs available
Taxi service
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
24-hour security
Secured parking
Wifi
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Concierge
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
First aid kit
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Room features
Desk
Housekeeping
Room service
Safe
Telephone
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Flatscreen TV
Iron
Laptop safe
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Family
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, Croatian and 4 more
Location
60Somewhat walkable
Grade: 60 out of 100
34Restaurantswithin 1 km
5Attractionswithin 1 km
27 Upper Drumcondra Road, Dublin D09 V1Y2 Ireland
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My wife and I stayed on Monday night the 27th Nov. 2023 at the Skylon Hotel, Dublin. Hotel location was very convient to bus route to city. Reception staff were very helpful, room was very comfortable. Some outside noise from the air-conditioning.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Absolutely fantastic hotel with great hospitality from arriving early to find our room was available. The room was very comfortable with a very comfortable bed with great pillows. The walk in shower was amazing and the toiletries were my favourite from Rituals. We will definitely be returning next year and can’t wait.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Good place to stay when travelling from Dublin airport- relatively close to the airport, but still on the side, with nice shops and restaurants around. The beds were comfy, and the room was clean. We will be back.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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The room was clean and comfortable, just a bit too hot but a fan is provided. Our room was at the back and it was quiet. The bathroom was large and shower excellent. Breakfast was adequate and staff were polite. We had dinner in the hotel and the sea-bass was delicious. The other two had scampi and it was a small portion with a handful of skinny chips with not even a leaf of lettuce! It was tasty but similar to a takeaway and for the price it's not what you expect from a 4* hotel. Disappointing and nothing special.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The skylon has always been the go to place for our family, my husband has stayed there since he was a child, his aunts uncles and all the family have stayed there at some stage. Family events are held there and its always associated with amazing memories, however, this has changed along with the old staff. I stayed in the Skylon with my mother and twin daughters back in June, my husband was up for medical treatment and we always stay at the Skylon. Its central near the family and great for meeting up with everyone. We were getting ready for bed one night when my daughter brushed pass the long mirror in the hallway and it fell. She was not badly injuried she got mainly a fright we all did. She had a bruised arm. I contacted reception and the first thing the receptionist said was is the mirror ok?the main concern was the mirror. I left the mirror in the corridor and said I would speak to a manager in the morning after some screaming on my part I have to admit! The mirror was held with two small screws and wasn’t plated or secured to the wall safely The mirror was duly collected and eventually a manager did speak to me as did the reception he apologised said English wasn’t his first language and I felt so uncomfortable like I was being accused of racism and eventually apologised to him. I spoke to the manager Nima she gave us a meal and apologised then gave us her card to contact her when we were back and we would get a discount I was happy with this. Fast forward to when we go back I emailed and rang several times eventually I got through to Nima who gave me the rate for the hotel and told me to book with reservations, when I booked the hotel I was looking for 3 nights however, Nima advised there were no rooms available the reservations clerk advised me to ring now and again and the extra night might come up. My husband was up for surgery and I wanted to make sure I was around for him. When I rang back and enquired another reservation clerk advised there was plenty of availability and he would add the night. He then questioned who was using the room and I explained my mother, me and twin girls. He said if I turned up he wouldn’t let me into the room that I was defrauding the skylon hotel and that I wouldn’t have gotten that room if I had been honest. He then berated me I felt awful and said I would take it up with the manager Nima. I sent an email and cancelled the accommodation as I didn’t want to run the risk of turning up with kids and a disabled mother and no where to stay, and she eventually got back to me and wished me a pleasant stay in another hotel. The Skylon isn’t for locals anymore they just want international guest and don’t value repeat trade. There is no accountablity on part of the managers and staff and they can treat you how they wish.…
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Dear moonpie234, We are sorry to hear about your experience with us. We have spoken to all personnel involved and are taking steps to address any issues that may have arisen. We understand that you felt like you were defrauding the hotel, but we want to assure you that this was not the case. Our manager had encouraged you to make bookings directly with her, as our reception staff does not have managerial access to comply with all on-call demands. We want to emphasize that we tried our best to assist you at all stages during your stay and are sorry that you still feel mistreated in any way. We appreciate your feedback and will ensure that your comments are taken into account for future improvements. We hope you have a better experience with us if you were to consider us in the future. Kind regards, Mandar - Guest Relations
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This was my fourth stay at this hotel and, once again, it was excellent. Great location, easy parking and first-class facilities. Next time in Dublin I will definitely stay here again. Oh, and the food is superb too!
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Date of stay: November 2023
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The room was well appointed. A standard size double bed, bedside units, lights and plenty sockets either side of the bed. A larger mirror the length of the wall over the bed gave the illusion of it being a more spacious bedroom. The bathroom had a double shower unit and was spotlessly clean. There was also a small table in the bedroom and two armchairs. The wardrobe had plenty hangers and there was a case stand beside it. The breakfast was €15 each extra per night. The vegetarian breakfast we ordered was varied and delicious, and very tasty. It included a generous serving of fresh ripe avocado, vegetarian sausages, tomatoes, beans, mushrooms, hash browns and eggs to your liking. All very satisfactory. However, sad to say Igor C who wrote a review in September 2023 has a valid valid point to make. …
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The hotel itself is fairly dated. The elevators are absolutely tiny. We were in a room facing the main road and heard road noise all night. We both checked to ensure the window was closed as it sounded like it wasn’t. It was, just didn’t block out any street noise. Also could nit figure out the light switches? There wasn’t a way that we could figure out to have only the bathroom light on without having the light in the bedroom on too. The staff were super helpful and ordered us a couple cabs while we stayed there.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Avoid being on the 1st floor, facing the main road
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Staff was very nice and accommodating. Location is a little far from most of the major tourist spots but it is close to the airport for early flights out. Lots of nice restaurants nearby as well that made picking what to eat for dinner the hardest part.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Ask for a room not facing the street or if it is for it to be on a higher floor. Road noise was a...
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We have stayed at the Skylon a few times and it has always been pleasant. The staff are helpful. The hotel is convienent to DCU. Last week I was attending a graduation at the Helix. I ordered a taxi for 8:15 am. The taxi never arrived. Thankfully the manager in the breakfast room went and hailed me a taxi on the street. Thank you for your kindness, otherwise I would have missed the graduation. Perhaps the Skylon management team shoukd reconsider the taxi group they use?
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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PRICE RANGE
US$103 - US$178 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
skylon hotel dublin
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
BEST WESTERN Dublin Skylon Hotel
LOCATION
IrelandProvince of LeinsterCounty DublinDublin
NUMBER OF ROOMS
126
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dublin Skylon Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Dublin Skylon Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Kennedy's (0.6 km), The Goose Tavern (0.9 km), and Wilde Vintage Dublin (1.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Dublin Skylon Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Dublin Skylon Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Dublin Skylon Hotel?
Yes, paid private parking on-site, paid private parking nearby, and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Dublin Skylon Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Restaurant 104, San Sab, and Shouk.
Are any cleaning services offered at Dublin Skylon Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Dublin Skylon Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Dublin Skylon Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Croatian.
Are there any historical sites close to Dublin Skylon Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Kilmainham Gaol Museum (5.1 km), 14 Henrietta Street (2.5 km), and Guinness Storehouse (4.1 km).
Is Dublin Skylon Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.