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The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by HiltonvsThe Central Hotel
Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Morrison, a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel scores significantly higher than The Central Hotel. The Morrison, a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 82 with approval from 7 sources like Insight Guides, Concierge and Star Service.
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
"Fashion fans will have no trouble pegging the design of this trendy hotel as the work of the uber-cool John Rocha." Full review
"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."
"With its contemporary styling, the Morrison vies with the Clarence for the title of most media-hip hotel in town."
"The comfortable rooms plead to be enjoyed, with Egyptian-cotton bed linen and the sheer decadence of Portuguese limestone in the bathrooms." Full review
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
"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
Top Choice
"Now operated by Hilton Doubletree, you won't sleep in more luxurious surroundings anywhere on the north side." Full review
The Central Hotel
Insight Guides
Fodor's
Time Out
Oyster
Lonely Planet
1-5 Exchequer Street, Dublin 2
From $87/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Meeting Rooms
"Has more character than some of Dublin’s bigger, pricier places, with the first-floor Library Bar a popular spot with literary types. Situated close to Grafton Street. ."
"Every city center needs its little oasis, and the Central's book-and-armchair-filled Library Bar—warmed by a Victorian fireplace—nicely fits the bill." Full review
"This comfortable, 187-year-old hotel is unique in that it's a prime piece of real estate (right off Dame Street near Temple Bar) that the designers haven't yet got their hands on." Full review
Mid-Range
"Dating back to the 19th century, the mid-range Central Hotel has become a local landmark." Full review
Top Choice
"The rooms are a modern – if miniaturised – version of Edwardian luxury." Full review