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The Shelbourne, Autograph CollectionvsThe Westbury
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, The Shelbourne Dublin, A Renaissance Hotel ranks slightly higher than The Westbury. The Shelbourne Dublin, A Renaissance Hotel comes in at 96 with praise from 16 reviews including Insight Guides, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.
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
The Westbury Michelin Guide
Fodor's Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure Time Out Star Service
The Telegraph
Hideaway Report
Forbes Travel Guide Jetsetter Show All Reviews
Grafton St, Dublin 2, Dublin Dublin 2
From $258/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide "Well-run hotel with a stylish bar."
Fodor's "This luxurious, chandelier-filled, modern hotel, just off Grafton Street is a favorite with elegantly dressed Dubliners who often stop for afternoon tea in The Gallery." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Visiting celebs looking for some quiet time have long favoured the Westbury's elegant suites, where they can watch TV from the Jacuzzi before retiring to a four-poster bed." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located in Dublin’s city center, the Westbury Hotel is located just off Grafton Street, next door to the high-end Westbury Mall, and close to Trinity College and Temple Bar." Full review
Time Out "The understated style of its guest rooms (and the myriad luxurious touches, such as the Acqua di Parma bathroom products) exudes wealth and sophistication." Full review
Star Service "This grand hotel continues to impress its loyal repeat guests with its contemporary interiors, traditional service and prime Grafton Street location, close to historic St. Teresa's Church." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This place has a corporate but luxurious feel, and is popular with international businessmen and affluent tourists alike." Full review
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Don't miss the generous full Irish breakfasts or the lavish afternoon teas - an Irish institution.
Hideaway Report94.0
"Sophisticated city hotel ideally located in the heart of Dublin right off of bustling Grafton Street with its myriad shops and restaurants." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
" Hidden away off Grafton Street, straddling the city’s bustling shopping and creative quarters, the hotel its now as intrinsic a part of the Dublin experience as the Ha’penny Bridge. " Full review
Jetsetter "Smack on Dublin’s posh Grafton Street, a classic grand hotel that recently emerged from a multimillion-euro refurbishment." Full review
