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31/32 Stephen's Street Lower Johnsons Place, Dublin, Ireland
#19 of 161 hotels in Dublin
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 1563 hotel reviews
9.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.4
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Comfort
9.5
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Location
9.8
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Facilities
9.1
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Staff
9.5
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Value for money
8.4
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Free Wifi
9.4
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Reviewed: April 13, 2025
Kristin
United Kingdom8 Reviews10“Great location but pricey”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Superior Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very pricey. Hotel next door had same room for half the price. We took this hotel because it advertised parking which we believed was onsite. However it was a parking garage across road a minutes walk away which was no big deal but it was the deciding factor between the two hotels as we had small children. Had we have known the parking garage was shared we would have chose the other hotel at the cheaper price.
Beautiful hotel great location. Family room great with bunk beds.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: April 12, 2025
Lyndsey
Ireland33 Reviews2 helpful votes10“Perfect again”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Second time staying with the Grafton Hotel and the experience was just as great as the first. It will be my go to hotel to stay when I need to be in Dublin City Centre. The staff are so welcoming and friendly and the rooms are immaculate and very comfortable.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 12, 2025
Suranthi
New Zealand1 review10“Had a great time and highly recommend this place to anyone that wants convenience and a safe and clean place to stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Extremely convenient location, that’s clean and tidy. Staff were amazing, made sure we were looked after and always willing to help.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 10, 2025
Susan
United Kingdom5 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Balcony Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Little improvements to the room would have made all the difference. The room itself wasn't very big, maybe because we chose one with a terrace. The terrace was nice to have, but the city view was the office block beside us and the back of the shopping centre. We had a reasonably sized bathroom but struggled to get the shower head to point the right direction. The TV remote was slow and wouldn't show any guide. I would have liked some biscuits with my tea and coffee and even a proper coffee machine. For the price I paid for the room I was a little underwhelmed by it, I did expect more!
Hotel is lovely, very well located in the centre of Dublin. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good with plenty of choice and not rushed. I would certainly stay here again but wouldn't pay for an upgraded room
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 9, 2025
Jesse
United States1 review9.0“Smart hotel, friendly staff, great breakfast and superb location!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room was small. Would’ve liked like a happy hour event? Or a free glass of champagne upon check in. But overall pretty happy.
Superb breakfast buffet. Extremely friendly staff. Excellent central location. Room was a little small, but then again I just paid for the basic rate. Hotel was under construction which dampened the ambiance a bit, but 10/10 would recommend the Grafton Hotel. Plan on staying there again on my next visit to Dublin!
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: April 8, 2025
Jenifer
United States5 Reviews10“Perfect location for a great time in Dublin”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Perfect location to walk everywhere we went while in Dublin. Near great restaurants, pubs, and city sights. Rooms were lovely, staff was friendly, breakfast was delicious. I would definitely stay at the Grafton the next time we're in Dublin.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: April 7, 2025
C
United Kingdom7 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Very good apart from the things mentioned above”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard King Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
Better selection on TV Better view Better music in foyer, where to read quietly?
office block
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 7, 2025
Karl
United Kingdom13 Reviews9.0“Good hotel in a good location”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good facilities, decent rooms
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 5, 2025
Helen
United Kingdom4 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Superb Location, extremely comfortable and clean, friendly staff, great cocktails.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 3, 2025
Kathryn
United Arab Emirates27 Reviews4 helpful votes8.0“Dublin Overnigher”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Wonderful staff, spotlessly clean. Great location for exploring the heart of Dublin.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 2, 2025
Rebecca
United Kingdom2 Reviews10“Fantastic!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Staff were extremely friendly and so welcoming. The hotel itself is lovely and fantastic location. We loved having drink in Bartleys Bar before heading out. The rooms were spotless and extremely comfortable. Can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: April 1, 2025
Jami
United States4 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Awesome location, clean and quiet rooms.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Superior Family Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
I am very pleased with our decision to stay at The Grafton Hotel. Some of the highlights were first and foremost the location, the rooms were clean, the beds were comfortable, and despite being in a bustling (loud) location- the room was quiet.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: April 1, 2025
Dee
United Kingdom12 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Excellent trip, helped by great hotel”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing.
Ideal central location. Easy walks to many sites. Friendly considerate staff. Comfy bed. Excellent breakfast. Just great hotel.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Vinny
United Kingdom38 Reviews3 helpful votes10“Excellent location and nice tidy hotel with great staff”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location was perfect
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Hughes
United Kingdom2 Reviews10“A wonderful stay over in this beautiful hotel. Good food, excellent staff and spotless room.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I have zero complaints
Beautiful hotel. Staff were all amazing. So friendly and helpful. Breakfast was top class. Great selection and the cooked breakfast selection was beautiful. Our room was spotless and very comfy bed.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Samantha
United Kingdom22 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very central
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Stacy
United States11 Reviews10“Super location. Helpful staff”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Loved it
Informative staff. Great location
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 29, 2025
Gary
United Kingdom6 Reviews10“Everything we hoped it would be”- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Standard King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything, it is a superb hotel and is manned by extremely helpful, friendly and professional staff. A joy to stay in! We would never think of staying anywhere else in Dublin.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 27, 2025
Vaughan
Australia10 Reviews10“Excellent”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Could not fault the location, services or the hotel
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 26, 2025
James
United States1 review10“Ideal location, would strongly recommend.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Overall great, but price could be slightly lower.
Location is perfect, steps outside to food and shopping, near Trinity College and museums as well.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 26, 2025
Sarah
United Kingdom25 Reviews3 helpful votes8.0“We would stay again x”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The shower and toilet were dreadful, rubbish flush and water pressure
The hotel was almost perfect, location, staff
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 24, 2025
Jason
United States2 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Such an amazing hotel with such an amazing staff!! Will always stay here when I’m in Dublin!!!
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: March 23, 2025
Julie
United States4 Reviews10“Great hotel, great staff, great location. Not a single complaint - will definitely book for out next trip to Dublin.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing!
The lobby was nice and welcoming and the staff were very kind and willing to help! They were able to accommodate our request to have our rooms moved next to each other. The location is unbelievable - so close to Grafton St. and all of the activity. Added bonus - the Harry Lemon is right across the street!
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 22, 2025
Damien
United Kingdom1 review10“Good food lovely helpful staff an very central to all venues would definitely stay again”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very nice an welcoming
Stayed in March 2025
