Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, DublinvsBuswells Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin is the choice of most reviewers compared to Buswells Hotel. Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin has a TripExpert Score of 82 with positive reviews from 7 sources such as The Telegraph, Frommer's and Oyster.
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin
Golden Lane, Dublin 8
From $161/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"The sleek glass-and-concrete Radisson, just off South Great George's Street, offers to-the-point business accommodations with a dash of cool contemporary style." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The Radisson Blu Royal is a 150-room, contemporary luxury property on the south side of the River Liffey." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located on the quiet stretch of Golden Lane between St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Temple Bar, the new Radisson Blu Royal is perfect for design-forward business travelers." Full review
Star Service
"This centrally located, purpose-built hotel adds a splash of gleaming glass and silver metal sophistication to old town Dublin." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The Dublin Airport branch of Radisson offers space, relaxation, a child-friendly vibe, and the tried-and-tested guarantees of a familiar hotel brand – all within easy walking distance of the terminal buildings." Full review
Frommer's
"It’s all about convenience and comfort. There’s a sophisticated restaurant, V’nV, and three bars...bedrooms are spacious and modern, with new, comfortable beds and large bathrooms " Full review
Buswells Hotel
23-27 Molesworth Street, City Centre - Stephens Green, Dublin 2
From $74/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
DK Eyewitness
"It has a central location beside government buildings... requented by political figures."
Time Out
"The rooms are distributed across three Georgian buildings and exude charm, from their hefty Georgian windows to the views of the broad streets below." Full review
Star Service
"This small, traditional four-story hotel—a series of five bricked Georgian town houses—holds plenty of old-fashioned historic charm, at least in the public areas." Full review
i
Room 100 is worth requesting for its spaciousness, but its hearth is merely ornamental.
Frommer's
"This traditional hotel has a wonderful sense of class that saves it from feeling stuffy." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Buswells Hotel has a homey vibe... the hotel is located in the city center near many tourist attractions, but it's still quiet." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Not so much grand as comfortable and quaint, with a matchless situation in the very heart of the city. The Aircoach stops across the road." Full review
Frommer's
"An old-school air pervades this rather traditional midpriced hotel...small but decently furnished guest rooms are modern in style." Full review
i
Guests with mobility problems should ask for a room on a lower floor, as the old building (actually three townhouses merged together) has many staircases.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The 69 bedrooms have all been given the once-over, but have left their Georgian charm intact." Full review