The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by HiltonvsClontarf Castle Hotel
Both properties are recommended by expert writers. Overall, The Morrison, a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel scores slightly higher than Clontarf Castle Hotel. The Morrison, a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel scores 82 with approval from 7 sources including Star Service, Insight Guides and Lonely Planet.
The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lower Ormond Quay, Dublin 1
From $223/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"Fashion fans will have no trouble pegging the design of this trendy hotel as the work of the uber-cool John Rocha." Full review
Concierge
"While some hotels would sit back and bask in the glory of their success, this is the kind of place that prefers to keep one step ahead of the crowd."
Insight Guides
"With its contemporary styling, the Morrison vies with the Clarence for the title of most media-hip hotel in town."
Time Out
"The comfortable rooms plead to be enjoyed, with Egyptian-cotton bed linen and the sheer decadence of Portuguese limestone in the bathrooms." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The riverfront location in central Dublin is superb, with most of the city center within walking distance. Rooms also have an uber-modern aesthetic." Full review
Star Service
"This is one of Dublin's newest, and only, hip design hotels, and the Doubletree tradition of warm cookies at check-in is an added perk." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Now operated by Hilton Doubletree, you won't sleep in more luxurious surroundings anywhere on the north side." Full review
Clontarf Castle Hotel
Castle Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin D3
From $117/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Modern rooms and characterful luxury suites with cutting edge facilities. Grand restaurant reminiscent of a knights' banqueting hall."
Frommer's
"If you want to be within striking distance of Dublin airport (8km/5 miles away), this hotel in Clontarf is a good option about 10 minutes' drive away." Full review
Time Out
"Looking every inch the swanky modern hotel (except, of course, for the elements of the 12th-century structure that have been artfully integrated into the design)." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Clontarf Castle Hotel is a striking, historic property in a north Dublin suburb that expertly mixes old and new." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Romantic and baronial meets modern at the four-star Clontarf Castle." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"For a trip to Dublin, Clontarf Castle Hotel has it all. Close to the city center—the coastal suburb is a 10-minute drive away—check. On site dining worth imbibing—a Michelin-starred chef,..." Full review