Grand Canal HotelvsBrooks Hotel
Brooks Hotel and Grand Canal Hotel are both endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Brooks Hotel ranks significantly better than Grand Canal Hotel. Brooks Hotel ranks #8 in Dublin with accolades from 9 publications such as Michelin Guide, Afar Magazine and Time Out.
Grand Canal Hotel
Grand Canal Street Upper, Ballsbridge, Dublin Dublin 4
From $96/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Oyster
Mid-Range
"It's a modern hotel with all the amenities expected of a mid-range property, plus a few more -- free on-site parking for one." Full review
Frommer's
"Overlooking the 18th-century Grand Canal—a major part of Dublin’s industrial heritage, long since abandoned as anything but a picturesque waterway—this large hotel is a strikingly modern place" Full review
Brooks Hotel 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 Telegraph
8.0
"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"