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The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by HiltonvsSchoolhouse Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by expert writers. Overall, The Morrison, a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel scores slightly better than Schoolhouse Hotel. The Morrison, a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel ranks #16 in Dublin with praise from 7 sources including Concierge, Star Service and Insight Guides.
The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton
Frommer's
Concierge
Insight Guides
Time Out
Oyster
Star Service
Lonely Planet
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
OysterUpscale
"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
Schoolhouse Hotel
Michelin Guide
Fodor's Oyster
The Telegraph Time Out Lonely Planet
2 - 8 Northumberland Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4
From $97/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide "Spacious, well-kept bedrooms - most in the extension - boast William Morris designed fabrics and locally built Mackintosh-style furniture."
Fodor's "Excuse the pun, but this converted Victorian parochial school just off the Grand Canal really is A-plus." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Schoolhouse is a charming, historic hotel located in the leafy Ballsbridge neighborhood." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A 19th-century Dublin schoolhouse, before it became a boutique hotel, offering comfortable and reasonably priced accommodation close to the Aviva stadium and RDS concert arena." Full review
Time Out "With king beds, colourful quilts, antique oak desks, special edition wallpaper, flat-screen TVs, and a photograph of their namesake, the quaint lodgings are well above-par. " Full review
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Time Out tip: Parking is free but limited, so reserve a spot ahead if you’re coming by car.
Nearby:3fe: For quality take-away coffee and brewing necessitiesOscar Wilde Memorial: For an aptly colourful depiction of one of Ireland’s literary legendsOsteria Lucio: For surprisingly authentic Italian eatsCellar Bar: For lunch or pre-dinner drinks in an old wine vault
Lonely Planet "A Victorian schoolhouse dating from 1861, this beautiful building has been successfully converted into an exquisite boutique hotel that is (ahem) ahead of its class." Full review
