Reviews of Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
Killiney Hill Road, . Dalkey, Ireland
#2 of 2 hotels in Dalkey
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 1231 hotel reviews
8.4Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.9
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Comfort
9.0
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Location
9.1
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Facilities
8.6
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Staff
9.1
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Value for money
8.1
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Free Wifi
8.8
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Reviewed: July 1, 2024
Vinita
Ireland10 Reviews4 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
- • Stayed 1 night
There were no ramps to carry child with pram.
Excellent staff and location
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 29, 2024
Pierre
Ireland2 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room (2 Adults Max)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We loved our stay! The staff was very polite and professional, the room was immaculate and comfortable, there are a lots of options for food and drinks and the pool is very relaxing. We'll be back!
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 26, 2024
Kevin
United Kingdom8 Reviews1 helpful vote5.0“Very tired room, not up to your normal standard”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Small room. Bathroom loose toilet seat, extractor fan not working, cracked sink
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 23, 2024
Adrian
Ireland7 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The location to the aviva stadium was excellent, short dart ride right to the door.The hotel was spotless and staff were very professional from start to end of trip.Would have no hesitation recommending this hotel to family and friends.All kids want to know is when are we staying again 😀
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 23, 2024
Bryan
Ireland3 Reviews2 helpful votes10“Lovely hotel in a very nice area”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Leisure centre could use a light refurb
Very nice staff. Especially John at breakfast
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 22, 2024
Emer
Ireland4 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely family hotel, fantastic staff. Will definitely come back and stay again when in Dublin. Great location. 👍
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 18, 2024
Rita
Ireland9 Reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room (2 Adults Max)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bedroom needs updating
Staff excellent location great
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 15, 2024
Joseph
Ireland9 Reviews1 helpful vote6.0Pleasant- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No views from hotel or bedroom
Staff very busy had to wait for food to come out at breakfast Hotel very old and in need of updating
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 13, 2024
Susan
United Kingdom5 Reviews1 helpful vote1.0“Awful first room, second better. Beds comfy”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room (2 Adults Max)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Dirty, light broken, 1 plug in room, really needs a major uplift. Upgrade room was better but still needs a huge amount spent on it to improve the stay
Bed was comfortable. Staff upgraded immediately we complained and were very helpful and pleasant
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 10, 2024
Ciara
Ireland4 Reviews10“Lovely Castle and great helpful staff”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
Lovely Castle, really friendly and helpful staff, the restuarant was brilliant. Very nice time, Thank You
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 5, 2024
Barbara
United Kingdom12 Reviews1 helpful vote10“So relaxing!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room (2 Adults Max)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing! :-)
Lovely location near to Dalkey village. We've been coming here for years and have always enjoyed the castle...so relaxing, great food and friendly staff.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: May 26, 2024
Ennis
Ireland1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room (2 Adults Max)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Stunning hotel, in a stunning location.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 22, 2024
Aine
United States5 Reviews10“Absolutely wonderful! Your staff, other than Mr. Fitzgerald, were without doubt, all well trained”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 4 nights
one server at breakfast - Mr. Fitzgerald! Controlled the seating even at 7:30 a.m. before the place filled up. Refused to let us sit in the first section, although the restaurant was mostly empty. A Canadian visitor also had some problem with him. She asked to be seated in the first section so she could see her friend arriving - he refused! Also overheard him direct a third couple way up to the front of the cold serving area, even though they asked to be in the first area. The Canadian visitor's friend arrived - there was some, absolutely accidental, bumping incident at the cold section - she turned to him, and said something, like "wow" and he said to her "I guess someone is having a bad day". We missed our first breakfast, May 13th, our own fault, due to jet lag, did not get up in time; 2nd morning, we were met by a lovely female server who made us welcome, at 7 a.m. and told us it was okay to sit wherever we like; 3rd morning, Mr. Fitzgerald, who seated us in a dark area, even 'tho we requested in the first area, 4th morning, lovely server who seated us anywhere we liked.
Food was great and staff 99% helpful
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 19, 2024
Daniel
United States3 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
This was an iconic Irish experience. Everything was amazing from the staff to the food to the beautiful hotel and grounds. I can't recommend this place enough! It is also located close to Killeny Hill Park which is a must see place to visit.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 17, 2024
Brona
Ireland9 Reviews1 helpful vote10“V family friendly great location”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Too short a stay
V friendy staff a lovely lady at breakfast gave the kids colouring books
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 11, 2024
Julia
United States4 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We loved everything.....friendly staff, good bartenders, amazing food and the room was out of a dream. We had a perfect view of the water from the terrace and a wonderful breeze with the open door as we slept. The coffee maker in the room was also truly appreciated.....they also had a delicious cake waiting for us upon arrival for my boyfriends birthday. We can't say enough good things about our stay and highly recommend!
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 7, 2024
Jarlath
United Kingdom19 Reviews5.0“OK for a few days...”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Building is in serious need of a refurbishment. Rusty walls on our balcony. Corroded patio furniture, etc.
Room was a good size and bed was comfy. Breakfast was good. We requested a fridge and it wasn't there on arrival, but they rectified that within a few minutes.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 6, 2024
Joseph
United Kingdom1 review10“Absolutely everything I could have wished for as a birthday treat for my wife”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Could not fault anything about the hotel or location
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 2, 2024
Stephen
Australia30 Reviews1.0“Run down and dated”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room (2 Adults Max)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Run down and dated.
Its in a good location for our purposes.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 29, 2024
Maureen
United States9 Reviews10“Felt like home.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room (2 Adults Max)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very welcoming/ treated like a Queen. The staff was amazing. My room was beautiful and shower was very nice. Bed was very comfortable/ food at the pub was delicious . Beautiful area to walk and see the view of the Irish Bay/ walkable to the village. Wish I could have stayed longer. Highly recommend.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Michael
United Kingdom4 Reviews6.0“Great location to visit Dublin City and to experience Dalkey whhch offers a non tourist experience of Dublin”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Balcony
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bit run down in places and needs a refresh.
Location very good.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 19, 2024
Carter
Ireland7 Reviews6.0“Ok but not terribly exciting.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
- • Stayed 1 night
You wouldn't be walking into the village from the hotel. It's a bit far if you wanted to walk down for the evening or just to stroll around in the day. Also, not much of a castle.
The location was really nice. Very quiet area. The bar was really nice. Breakfast was nice. Buffet style breakfast with plenty to eat.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 16, 2024
Aisling
Ireland4 Reviews10“Exceeded Expections. Amazing!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
I can't say enough about this place! The staff were phenomenal. There was such a wonderful attention to detail. We were there for a special occasion and they made very personalised gifts for my daughter and she felt like a real princess. The rooms were spacious and clean and the beds very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and had something for everyone. We didn't get a chance to visit the other restaurants and bar but there seemed to be a lovely atmosphere when we passed them. The pool facilities were great and also very clean. I'd recommend to anyone staying in Dublin and thanks to the staff who made the stay so very special for my daughter.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 9, 2024
Susan
Ireland22 Reviews1.0“Old and cold and falling apart”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room (2 Adults Max)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Old and cold and just tatty, walls crumbling
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Aislinn
Ireland8 Reviews6.0“Nice hotel but needs some updating”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room (2 Adults Max)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I think the hotel needs some updating. We were disappointed with the exterior as we pulled up. Paint peeling etc. The rooms were a little shabby. Dust on shades, marks on walls.
The staff were pleasant. Check in was a bit slow. Only two desks for check in slows the process down. However, staff were very apologetic. The food was very nice in the lobby.
Stayed in April 2024
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