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Avalon HousevsBrooks Hotel
Both hotels are recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Brooks Hotel ranks significantly higher than Avalon House. Brooks Hotel comes in at 85 with accolades from 10 publications including Star Service, Condé Nast Traveler and Time Out.
Avalon House
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Oyster
EuroCheapo
Lonely Planet
55 Aungier St, Dublin 2
From $13/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
- Breakfast included
Frommer's "This warm and friendly hostel in a beautiful old redbrick building is a not-so-well-kept secret among those who travel to Dublin on a budget." Full review
DK Eyewitness "One of the longest established hostels in the city, the centrally located Avalon House provides cheap and cheerful accommodations in a restored redbrick Victorian building."
Time Out "A firm favourite among Dublin's budget travellers, this pleasantly warm and cheery guesthouse occupies a lovely old red-brick building." Full review
OysterBudget
"The 72-room Avalon House, one of the oldest hostels in Dublin, is a lively budget property that's within walking distance of many tourist attractions." Full review
EuroCheapo "Far enough from the Dublin pub action to be a decent choice for the quieter hostel lover." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"One of the city's most popular hostels... a good spot of meet-the-backpacker lounging." Full review
Brooks Hotel
Michelin Guide Frommer's
Concierge Time Out
Star Service
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Independent Show All Reviews
59-63 Drury Street, Dublin
From $129/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide "Smart, boutique-style townhouse hidden down a backstreet... Experienced owner keeps a keen eye over proceedings."
Frommer's "This sophisticated, trendy hotel isn't for everybody, but those who love it, love it." Full review
Concierge "You can't fault the location of the comfortable, efficient four-star Brooks Hotel."
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 "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 "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 "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 "Try a night cap- Red Breast 12 at the Brooks Hotel, piano playing, great atmosphere." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Family-run Brooks offers something rare and valuable – a stylish and truly snug refuge from the world." Full review
Independent "Considering the reasonable enough room rates, there’s a real sense of individualised attention to detail at the Brooks Hotel"
