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The Shelbourne, Autograph CollectionvsIsaacs Hostel
The Shelbourne Dublin, A Renaissance Hotel and Isaacs Hostel are both praised by expert reviewers. On balance, The Shelbourne Dublin, A Renaissance Hotel ranks significantly higher than Isaacs Hostel. The Shelbourne Dublin, A Renaissance Hotel ranks #1 in Dublin with positive reviews from 16 reviews like Oyster, Concierge and Lonely Planet.
The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Concierge
Insight Guides
Jetsetter
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Star Service
Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
27 St. Stephen's Green, Dublin 2
From $357/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide "Landmark Georgian hotel with elegant guest areas... High level of services and extras."
Frommer's "One of Dublin's true grande dame hotels, the Shelbourne hotel has played a significant role in Irish history." Full review
Concierge "An airy, Georgian palette (butter yellow and rose) is brought back to earth by boxy Italian cherrywood credenzas."
Insight Guides "This grand old institution has competition as Dublin’s finest hotel these days, but it still boasts a historic aura that’s hard to beat, with a liveried doorman and the best address in town."
Jetsetter "A slice of Dublin history overlooking St. Stephen’s Green, with an on-site museum and barbershop." Full review
Lonely Planet "Dublin's most iconic hotel, founded in 1824, was bought out by the Marriott group, who spent a ton of money restoring its rooms and public spaces to their former grandeur, a few years ago."
Travel + Leisure "Keen to research your family's Irish roots? Save an afternoon for a meeting with the hotel's Genealogy Butler." Full review
Time Out "After having had more than €40 million lavished on it by its new owners (this 19th-century Dublin landmark is now a member of the Marriott empire), the Shelbourne is looking pretty damn good." Full review
Star Service "Because of the hotel's central location, the public rooms are always abuzz with distinguished locals and in-house guests. " Full review
Afar Magazine "Irish history sets the tone throughout this red-brick Victorian’s marbled halls." Full review
Isaacs Hostel Time Out
Let's Go
Oyster
EuroCheapo
The Telegraph Lonely Planet
2 - 5 Frenchman's Lane, Dublin 1
From $40/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
Time Out "This is the aristocrat of Dublin's hostels. ... It has the usual mix of bunk beds, lockers and TV rooms, but adds a heady cocktail of extras like...a restaurant and an attractive (free) sauna." Full review
Let's Go "There seem to be a million hostels near Gardiner Street, but this is the one that you want to stay at." Full review
OysterBudget
"Isaacs Hostel is a two-pearl property housed in a converted 19th-century wine vault that's within walking distance of many popular Dublin sites and is well serviced by public transportation." Full review
EuroCheapo Editor's Pick
"From the street, the Isaacs Hostel has an undeniable, ramshackle charm. Bright red trim pops against a well-worn exterior of brick and stone. The reception area is similarly attractive." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Isaacs does urban accommodation very well indeed: a prime location in the city centre, a quirky and historic character, and a buzzing and friendly atmosphere ensure that it stands out among Dublin hostels." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The north-side's best hostel – hell, for atmosphere alone it's the best in town – is in a 200-year-old wine vault just around the corner from the main bus station." Full review
