The Clarence

4 stars
6-8 Wellington Quay, Dublin D2, Ireland
Dublin, Ireland
+353 1407 0800
8.1
Very good
based on 1512 reviews
1,512 reviews
Sun 14/6
-
Mon 15/6
2 guests, 1 room
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£107
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
£107
Deluxe room
£176
Classic room
£467
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Overview

Owned by U2 members, Bono and The Edge, The Clarence Dublin enjoys a convenient location and offers easy access to the Dublin's popular tourist attractions. It is moments from Christ Church Cathedral, Temple Bar and Dublin Castle.

There are a range of facilities available to those staying at the hotel, including an express check-in and check-out feature, valet parking and meeting facilities. It also provides child-minding services, a currency exchange and a reception that is available around the clock.

Rooms at The Clarence Dublin are equipped with mini bars, cable/satellite channels and refrigerators. Bathrooms are equipped with necessities like a shower and a hair dryer.

Guests staying at the hotel can enjoy a unique dining experience at the in-house restaurant, suitably situated for those who want to stay close by for a meal. Those wanting to unwind can relax in the hotel's bar, The Octagon. Guests can also try one of the many bars and cafés in the local area.

The Clarence Dublin is within walking distance of St Stephen's Green and St. Mary's Pro Cathedral. It is also close to O'Connell Street.

8.1
Very good rating
Based on 1,512 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Clarence

Sun 14/6
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Mon 15/6
Classic room
No inclusions
1 king bed
£467
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 king bed
£479
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 king bed
£612
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room
No inclusions
1 twin bed
£176
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£180
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£195
nightly with VAT
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£107
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£142
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£143
nightly with VAT
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Amenities at The Clarence

  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Parking
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • Babysitting or child care

Services and conveniences

  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

Things to do

  • Gift shop

General

  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care

Reviews of The Clarence

8.1
Very good
1512 verified ratings
Wonderful
727
Very good
302
Good
197
Okay
111
Fair
90
Mediocre
36
Poor
49

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent central location, stylish bar, and friendly, attentive service. The hotel offers spacious and comfortable rooms, though some guests noted issues with cleanliness, room maintenance, and lack of air conditioning. The atmosphere and historic charm were also highlighted positively. Overall, the hotel is well-regarded for its location and service despite some room-related drawbacks.
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Location10 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Room Size3 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2018
Pros (+) The check in was very quick and easy. I reserved our balcony room months before and that’s what we got. Sometimes hotels don’t give you what you reserved.
7.7
Good
Anonymous, Jun 2017
Pros (+) Very clean, accommodating and helpful staff
Cons (-) It is next door to a pub that is very loud and noisy with music till way into the night
8.2
Very good
Anonymous, Nov 2016
Pros (+) Location is good for the Clarence, you can walk to most places
Cons (-) Can get noisy especially as the room is hot and opening the window means it gets very loud
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Sept 2016
Pros (+) The rooms and facilities are great. The service is highly professional and courteous. Right next to a small cafe if you want breakfast but don't want to dole out the 10-15 euro for the hotel's.
Cons (-) Stay was overall very good. You are still in downtown Dublin, though, so keep in mind that while closed windows help greatly, there are still lots of people partying just outside in the adjacent bar/c...
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10
Wonderful
wil, Jul 2016
Pros (+) The quality of the room design, materials, decorations, are all first-rate and comfortable. The service from check-in to delivering a requested U.S. to British Standard wall transformer was splendid.
Cons (-) We had a late arrival into the city, dinner with friends, and just less than 3 hours stay in the hotel before our taxi arrived for a pre-dawn flight home. Would have enjoyed staying for a while.
6.8
Okay
Anonymous, Jun 2016
Pros (+) The location is absolutely fantastic.
Cons (-) The room was HOT! The hotel does not have A/C. We stayed once before in November and did not notice there wasn't A/C then. In fact we were excited to stay again at this hotel because our first experie...
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8.8
Very good
Anonymous, Jun 2016
Pros (+) The bed was comfortable and the fridge was a nice bonus.
Cons (-) Check-in is kind of late in my opinion. Travelers with early arrival flights have to wait a long time before they can have access to their room. Also, the location while nice, is a burden i.e. noisy a...
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Location

6-8 Wellington Quay, Dublin D2

What's nearby

  • Dublin City Centre135 yd
  • Dublin Castle305 yd
  • Christ Church Cathedral388 yd
  • O'Connell Street0.3 mi
  • Grafton Street0.4 mi
  • Trinity College0.4 mi
  • St. Patrick's Cathedral0.5 mi
  • St. Mary's Pro Cathedral0.5 mi
  • St. Stephen's Green0.6 mi
  • Leinster House0.6 mi
  • Grand Canal1.2 mi
  • Croke Park1.2 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Clarence

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July
June
£182
£198
Cheapest month to stay with an average 30% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 23% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Clarence

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Clarence, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in July and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Clarence, plan to stay on a Monday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Clarence was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £227, while the most expensive was £483.
  • How long should you stay at The Clarence? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The Clarence

  • Where is The Clarence located?

    The Clarence is located at 6-8 Wellington Quay in Temple Bar - St. Stephen's Green, 0.2 miles from the centre of Dublin. Dublin City Centre is the closest landmark to The Clarence.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Clarence?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at The Clarence.

  • How far is The Clarence from the airport?

    The Clarence is 5.6 miles from Dublin. The Clarence is 71.8 miles from Holyhead Anglesey.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Clarence hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Clarence in Dublin and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Clarence and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Clarence.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.0
0.2 mi
Dublin
5.6 mi

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