The Gibson HotelvsThe Shelbourne, Autograph Collection
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Shelbourne Dublin, A Renaissance Hotel ranks significantly better than The Gibson Hotel. The Shelbourne Dublin, A Renaissance Hotel comes in at 96 with accolades from 16 reviews including Insight Guides, Concierge and Time Out.
The Gibson Hotel
Point Village, Dublin
From $88/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"The terrace bar at the tastefully modern Gibson Hotel has to be the dream spot to view the impressive skyline and shimmering waterways. ... A calm oasis in the bustling city." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Built for business travellers and out-of-towners taking in a gig at the O2 next door, the Gibson is undoubtedly impressive: 250-odd ultra-modern rooms...and internet work stations." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The comfortable Gibson — perched close to the banks of the river Liffey with views across Dublin Bay — offers the wide skies and bracing air of a seaside hotel." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The four-pearl Gibson Hotel is a modern, streamlined property that though far from Dublin’s city center, is right next to a music and events venue and close to a convention center." 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