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Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge

dublin, ireland

About Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge

location

This beautifully restored 19th century Masonic School is ideally located in the heart of Dublin's exclusive business district and embassy belt. The hotel is next door to the RDS Arena and just a 10-minute drive from Dublin city centre and attractions such as Trinity College, Dublin Castle and Christchurch Cathedral. Dublin Zoo can be reached by car in 15 minutes. Public transport via bus and rail is only a few minutes’ walk from the hotel and Dublin International Airport is 15 km away.

facility

The hotel has junior suites, suites, apartments, studios, single rooms and 304 double rooms, which are located on 7 storeys and are reachable by lift. Guests are warmly welcomed by English-speaking staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service, cash machine and drinks machine. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are a number of shops, including a souvenir shop. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park (for a fee). Further services include a babysitting service, medical assistance, room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

rooms

Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is among the standard amenities of some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a TV and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Slippers are included. A hairdryer and a telephone are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

sport

The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including tennis, a gym, a spa and a sauna. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.

meals

Various dining options are available, including a café and a bar. A non-smoking restaurant with air conditioning, high chairs and a separate area for smokers is available to guests. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. For dinner, guests can order à la carte. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Amenities at Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge

Facilities

24-hour check-in24-hour receptionAir conditioningBar(s)CaféCar ParkConference RoomCurrency ExchangeDisability-friendlyGarageHotel SafeLaundry FacilitiesLaundry ServiceLiftsMedical AssistanceRestaurant(s)Restaurant(s) with high-chairsRestaurant(s) with non-smoking areaRestaurant(s) with smoking areaRoom ServiceShopsWifi

Hygiene

Contactless check-in/-outContactless paymentContactless room serviceEnhanced cleaning programmeHand sanitiserNo high-touch furnishingsNo high-touch furnishings in public areasPackaged mealsProtective hygiene screensSocial distancing regulationsUse of commercially available disinfectants

Meals

à la carte DinnerBreakfast BuffetContinental BreakfastLunch BuffetSpecial DietSpecial Offers

Sport/Entertainment

Children's EntertainmentGymNumber of PoolsOutdoor Pool(s)SaunaSun terraceTennis

Location

Map preview
Ballsbridge, Dublin, Ireland

Merrion Road

Nearest airport15km
Nearest beach1.5km

What's nearby

  • Nearest beach1.5km
  • City centre4.5km
  • Nearest airport15km

Check-in from 3:00 PM · check-out by 11:00 AM

User Rating & Reviews

3.8

Good

3526 reviews
  • Value
  • Rooms
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  • Excellent1226
  • Very Good1173
  • Average642
  • Poor297
  • Terrible188

Recent Reviews: 3526

  • User: Lothse

    Trip type: Business

    Private property lost

    21 May 2026

    I stayed at this hotel for 3 nights during a business trip. Unfortunately, I forgot a brand-new perfume, which I bought at the airport as a gift, my bad I left it in a drawer when leaving early in the morning. I called the hotel the same day as soon as I reali…

  • User: Keita D

    Trip type: Friends getaway

    The staff& food made our stay exeptionally good

    20 May 2026

    Really enjoyed our stay, the hotel was great , but most importantly- the staff and service was exceptional. Reception team helped us various times at arrival day and made the stay immediately enjoyable. The duty manager Victor assisted in solving some of our c…

  • User: CelticWarrior1916

    Trip type: Business

    Hot and uncomfortable

    17 May 2026

    Large spotlessly clean rooms. Helpful staff. Good food and service. My only problem is that the rooms are very warm (hot in my opinion) with a lowest temperature during the night of 23 celcius. There are no means for guests to control the temperature other tha…

  • User: David C

    Trip type: Family

    Room issues

    16 May 2026

    Room was too hot the first night. Called operator, it rang about 15 times. She said she would send maintenance. They never showed up. Bathroom gad drips that could not be stopped and there were funny noises from the sink. Food was good though and staff was fri…

  • User: Ivaylo M

    Trip type: Solo travel

    Amazing people

    14 May 2026

    I really enjoyed my stay at Ballsbridge, all the staff are amazing. Specially Gabriela and Víctor Carrejo. , Guest Services / Front Office at Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge, responded to this review Dear Guest,Thank you for the great review of our hotel! We ar…

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