The place to the Cliff Walk is the ideal location. The house and the room are very traditional and nothing fancy, but the owner was very friendly and kind. He prepared the Irish breakfast for guests and provided great service. I was going to hike the trail of the Cliff Walk, but my wifi didn't work. He drove me to the tourist office and the train station to find the maps, and also drove me to the start point of the trail. When I was leaving for the Dublin airport, he also arranged a taxi for me. I really enjoyed my stay.
About this stay
Gleann Na Smol, in County Dublin, is a 3-star hotel. It offers free parking, a kitchen and a garden. Its average guest score is 4.0 out of 5, from 157 reviews.
For food and drink, Gleann Na Smol has tea and coffee. Outside there is free parking, a garden, a patio and a terrace. Also on offer: a lounge.
Rooms at Gleann Na Smol have free wi-fi, a bath, a hairdryer, an iron and ironing board, a kitchen, a tv, toiletries and a washing machine.
Facilities
- Bath
- Tea and coffee
- Cots available
- Family rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Garden
- Hairdryer
- Iron and ironing board
- Kitchen
- Lounge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Patio
- TV
- Terrace
- Toiletries
- Washing machine
Location and getting there
Gleann Na Smol is at Kilrock Road Howth, Dublin. It is about 13 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport.
Getting around from Gleann Na Smol: buses, the DART coastal rail line and the Luas trams cover much of Dublin; check current routes for this address.
The closest other places to stay near Gleann Na Smol are Howth Village Apartment (350 m), Village 3 bed Town House (400 m) and King Sitric (450 m). Comparing them on the booking page shows which has rooms for your dates.
Dublin has 1,065 places to stay on this site: 404 hotels, 44 B&Bs and guesthouses, 528 self-catering stays, 28 hostels and 61 other places to stay. The best rated of the others are Staycity Aparthotels Dublin City Quay (4.8 from 2,733 reviews) and Staycity Aparthotels Dublin City Centre (4.7 from 2,662 reviews). Comparing them with Gleann Na Smol on the booking page is the quickest way to see what is free on your dates.
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Places covered on this site within reach of Gleann Na Smol, measured in a straight line; roads wind, so allow more time than the distance suggests.
- The Howth cliff path (1.2 km): Loop walks around Howth Head, reached from Dublin city on the DART.
- The Book of Kells and the Long Room (14 km): A ninth-century gospel book and the old library of Trinity College Dublin.
- Dublin City (14 km): Georgian squares, Trinity College and pubs along the Liffey quays.
- The Ha'penny Bridge (14 km): A cast-iron footbridge over the Liffey, opened in 1816.
Guest reviews
Gleann Na Smol averages 4.0 out of 5 across 157 reviews. A selection, quoted as written:
Typical Irish B&B within 10 minutes walking distance to Howth Harbor. Although the bedrooms are bit dowdy, the location and price are excellent. Host Sean cooks a magnificent full Irish breakfast.
Booked in for 2 nights,left after one.Every negative review is accurate. Sean is a nice man and to help and make you welcome ,however his facilities are extremely shabby and dated. Bedding and towels should all be replaced as should the bed mattresses. They are all shameful. Photos on the website are very old and therefore deceiving .Zoom in on the TV!! It must be from the last century. We didn’t believe the negative views, however sadly they are accurate. I’m amazed that so many people enjoy this accommodation.
Good to know
- Families: cots available and family rooms.
- Accessibility: wheelchair access is not mentioned; contact the property if it matters.
- Wi-fi: free wi-fi.
- Parking: free parking.
- Pets: ask before bringing a pet.
Before you book Gleann Na Smol, check what the rate includes and the cancellation terms for your dates. The booking page on app.impt.io shows the live rate and inclusions for your exact party.
About staying in Dublin
Gleann Na Smol is one of 1,199 places to stay in Dublin on this site, 455 of them hotels. By guest score weighted for the number of reviews, it ranks 187 of the 234 rated stays there. The average guest score across them is 4.2 out of 5.
Dublin in one line: Georgian squares, Trinity College and pubs along the Liffey quays.
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Questions about Gleann Na Smol
Where is Gleann Na Smol?
Gleann Na Smol is in County Dublin, about 13 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport. The closest other place to stay on this site is Howth Village Apartment (350 m).
What type of stay is Gleann Na Smol?
Gleann Na Smol is a 3-star hotel.
What do guests say about Gleann Na Smol?
Guests rate Gleann Na Smol 4.0 out of 5 across 157 reviews. 3 reviews are quoted on this page.
What facilities does Gleann Na Smol have?
Gleann Na Smol offers free parking, a kitchen and wi-fi, among 17 facilities in all.
How far is Gleann Na Smol from the airport?
Gleann Na Smol is about 13 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport. Road distances are longer.
Does Gleann Na Smol have parking?
Yes, Gleann Na Smol has free parking.
Is Gleann Na Smol suitable for families with children?
Gleann Na Smol has cots available and family rooms. Ask about age rules and cots for your dates.
How do I check availability at Gleann Na Smol?
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