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Academy Plaza HotelvsBrooks Hotel

Both Brooks Hotel and Academy Plaza Hotel are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Brooks Hotel scores significantly better than Academy Plaza Hotel. Brooks Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 85 with approval from 10 reviews such as Star Service, Frommer's and Condé Nast Traveler.

Academy Plaza Hotel
7/10
10 - 14 Findlater Place, Off Upper O'Connell St, Dublin
From $64/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Star Service Star Service
"For those on a budget, this clean, friendly hotel is a good bet in Dublin." Full review
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Whichever way you choose to look at it, the rates are right.
Fodor's Fodor's
"This modern, architecturally uninspired Best Western Plus hotel is centrally located just off O'Connell Street and offers lots of comfort at an affordable, slightly unfashionable-neighborhood price." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Owned by the Best Western chain, this large, modern, low-frills option is popular with business travelers and well located for travelers exploring central Dublin" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Only a few steps from O'Connell St, this solidly three-star hotel is part of the Best Western group and as such offers the kind of comfortable, if unmemorable, night's sleep associated with the brand." Full review
Brooks Hotel
8/10
59-63 Drury Street, Dublin
From $129/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Smart, boutique-style townhouse hidden down a backstreet... Experienced owner keeps a keen eye over proceedings."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This sophisticated, trendy hotel isn't for everybody, but those who love it, love it." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"You can't fault the location of the comfortable, efficient four-star Brooks Hotel."
Time Out Time Out
"The rather cramped guest rooms of this sophisticated hotel on Drury Street feature dark purple and muted gold colour schemes that will look lovely to some, tacky to others." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Besides a prime location, this place benefits from stylish guest quarters, a great little restaurant and a caring staff." Full review
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Ask for one of the dozen Classic rooms that just received a renovation to a more modern style.
Fodor's Fodor's
"Public spaces and the bar are a warm and cozy refuge from temperamental Irish weather, with leather chairs, high-veneer oak paneling, and decorative bookcases." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"This Dublin hotel offers guests a number of luxe amenities—including an on-site cinema—but for spirits fans, the whiskey tastings at the Jasmine Bar are a sure bet." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Try a night cap- Red Breast 12 at the Brooks Hotel, piano playing, great atmosphere." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Family-run Brooks offers something rare and valuable – a stylish and truly snug refuge from the world." Full review
Independent Independent
"Considering the reasonable enough room rates, there’s a real sense of individualised attention to detail at the Brooks Hotel"
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