I have so many fond memories of The Clarence. When I heard of the substantial renovations it was about to undergo, I decided to book a stay there at the end of July as a sort of 'goodbye' to the scene of so many good times. Though some of the rooms have been looking a bit worn of late, 303 was still in great condition. Check-in was easy, and the sets of double windows minimized noise from the quays. There is a real charm to the look and feel of the rooms - the well-built, practical cabinets, the subtle gold tiling accenting the bath. I fear most of it will be replaced by whatever happens to be trendy as the refit is undertaken, but hopefully some of what made the place special will…
About this stay
The Clarence is a 5-star hotel, located in County Dublin. Highlights include a restaurant and a bar. Its average guest score is 4.2 out of 5, from 1,003 reviews.
On the food side there is a banquet room, a bar and a restaurant at The Clarence. Outside there is bike hire. Also on offer: bell boy, a business centre, a lounge and multilingual staff.
Rooms at The Clarence have free wi-fi and a safe. Services include a 24-hour front desk, a concierge, express check-out, a lift and luggage storage.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- Banquet room
- Bar
- Bell boy
- Bike hire
- Business centre
- Concierge
- Express check-out
- Free Wi-Fi
- Lift
- Lounge
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
- Restaurant
- Safe
- Sailing
- Wheelchair accessible
Location and getting there
The Clarence is at 6 8 Wellington Quay, Dublin. It is about 9.1 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport.
Getting around from The Clarence: buses, the DART coastal rail line and the Luas trams cover much of Dublin; check current routes for this address.
Other stays near The Clarence are 2 Bedroom City Centre Apartment With Patio (next door), Violet Lodge (next door) and Temple Bar Wellington Quay Apartments (next door). Comparing them on the booking page shows which has rooms for your dates.
Dublin has 1,087 places to stay on this site: 406 hotels, 48 B&Bs and guesthouses, 542 self-catering stays, 28 hostels and 63 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 The Clarence 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 The Clarence, measured in a straight line; roads wind, so allow more time than the distance suggests.
- Temple Bar (0.2 km): Cobbled streets on the south bank of the Liffey, with music most nights.
- The Ha'penny Bridge (0.3 km): A cast-iron footbridge over the Liffey, opened in 1816.
- Dublin City (0.6 km): Georgian squares, Trinity College and pubs along the Liffey quays.
- The Book of Kells and the Long Room (0.8 km): A ninth-century gospel book and the old library of Trinity College Dublin.
Guest reviews
The Clarence averages 4.2 out of 5 across 1,003 reviews. A selection, quoted as written:
Best hotel in Dublin!! I had a nice room with a view on the river on my request. The staff is super friendly and nice. My room was just a bit small for the price but I guess it is Dublin everything is so expensive in this town. 😅 And I had a king size bed. And the location is amazing in the center close to temple bar district but just one minute away so we escape the noise. And I loved the nice lobby and bar to have a last drink and relax before bed after being busy tourism all day. 😁🍹
This hotel is perfect - charming and modern, perfectly located and the absolute best service - shoutout to Jose and Michael in particular. The bar and lobby area are lovely places to spend time and there are lots of thoughtful touches like a mending kit in the bathroom and flexibility on late checkout. Highly recommend Room 403 which has windows onto the river for a glorious sunset and sunrise and wonderful cool evening air.
Good to know
- Families: no family facilities are mentioned; ask about cots and extra beds.
- Accessibility: described as wheelchair accessible; confirm the room and entrance before booking.
- Wi-fi: free wi-fi.
- Parking: none mentioned, so check before arriving by car.
- Pets: ask before bringing a pet.
Before you book The Clarence, 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
The Clarence 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 129 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 The Clarence
Where is The Clarence?
The Clarence is in County Dublin, about 9.1 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport. The closest other place to stay on this site is 2 Bedroom City Centre Apartment With Patio (next door).
What type of stay is The Clarence?
The Clarence is a 5-star hotel.
What do guests say about The Clarence?
Guests rate The Clarence 4.2 out of 5 across 1,003 reviews. 3 reviews are quoted on this page.
What facilities does The Clarence have?
The Clarence offers a restaurant and wi-fi, among 17 facilities in all.
How far is The Clarence from the airport?
The Clarence is about 9.1 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport. Road distances are longer.
Does The Clarence have parking?
No parking is mentioned for The Clarence; ask the property before arriving by car.
Is The Clarence suitable for families with children?
No family facilities such as family rooms, cots or a playground are mentioned for The Clarence. Ask the property about children's ages and beds before booking.
How do I check availability at The Clarence?
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