Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, DublinvsThe Shelbourne, Autograph Collection
Both hotels are highly recommended by professionals. Overall, The Shelbourne Dublin, A Renaissance Hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin. The Shelbourne Dublin, A Renaissance Hotel comes in at #1 in Dublin with approval from 16 sources such as The Telegraph, Forbes Travel Guide and Travel + Leisure.
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
The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection 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