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Academy Plaza HotelvsThe Westbury

Both The Westbury and Academy Plaza Hotel are praised by writers. On balance, The Westbury scores significantly higher than Academy Plaza Hotel. The Westbury ranks #3 in Dublin with positive reviews from 13 reviewers like Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Time Out.

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
The Westbury
9/10
Grafton St, Dublin 2, Dublin Dublin 2
From $258/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Well-run hotel with a stylish bar."
Fodor's Fodor's
"This luxurious, chandelier-filled, modern hotel, just off Grafton Street is a favorite with elegantly dressed Dubliners who often stop for afternoon tea in The Gallery." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Visiting celebs looking for some quiet time have long favoured the Westbury's elegant suites, where they can watch TV from the Jacuzzi before retiring to a four-poster bed." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Located in Dublin’s city center, the Westbury Hotel is located just off Grafton Street, next door to the high-end Westbury Mall, and close to Trinity College and Temple Bar." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"The understated style of its guest rooms (and the myriad luxurious touches, such as the Acqua di Parma bathroom products) exudes wealth and sophistication." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This grand hotel continues to impress its loyal repeat guests with its contemporary interiors, traditional service and prime Grafton Street location, close to historic St. Teresa's Church." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"This place has a corporate but luxurious feel, and is popular with international businessmen and affluent tourists alike." Full review
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Don't miss the generous full Irish breakfasts or the lavish afternoon teas - an Irish institution.
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
94.0
"Sophisticated city hotel ideally located in the heart of Dublin right off of bustling Grafton Street with its myriad shops and restaurants." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
" Hidden away off Grafton Street, straddling the city’s bustling shopping and creative quarters, the hotel its now as intrinsic a part of the Dublin experience as the Ha’penny Bridge. " Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Smack on Dublin’s posh Grafton Street, a classic grand hotel that recently emerged from a multimillion-euro refurbishment." Full review
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