The Dawson HotelvsHarding Hotel
Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Harding Hotel scores marginally better than The Dawson Hotel & Spa. Harding Hotel comes in at 73 with recommendations from 3 reviewers such as oyster.com, Frommer's and EuroCheapo.
The Dawson Hotel
35 Dawson Street, Dublin 2
From $136/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide
"Georgian townhouse with Art Nouveau exterior and quirky, eclectic decor."
Travel + Leisure
"Standing outside on orderly Dawson Street, you’d never imagine the Indo-Asian fantasy that lies behind the door of this Georgian manse." Full review
Fodor's
"Overlooking the Mansion House, home to the luxe and popular Balzac restaurant... this intimate town-house hotel is one of the classiest boutique hotels on the Dublin scene." Full review
Time Out
"It’s all about location, location, location when it comes to The Dawson. A combination boutique hotel and award-winning spa complex, guests are never far from the city’s best offerings –..." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A boutique hotel with a range of elegant rooms designed in a variety of styles, from classical French to more exotic Moroccan." Full review
Harding Hotel
Copper Alley Fishamble Street, Christchurch, Dublin 2
From $74/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Air Conditioning
- Accessible
Star Service
"This remains one of the better budget hotels in Dublin, a rough-around-the-edges operation that continues to fill its rooms based more on low rates than style, service or standards. " Full review
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Oyster
Mid-Range
"The Harding Hotel is a family-run three-pearl hotel, with a warm, welcoming atmosphere." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"The Harding Hotel is located a five-minute walk from Temple Bar—close enough for easy access but far enough away to allow guests to feel just slightly more grown up than the Temple Bar hostel kids." Full review
Frommer's
"The polished wood and bright, floor-to-ceiling windows of the cheerful lobby give off a pleasantly old-fashioned vibe. The comfortable, if plain, guest rooms are good value." Full review