This is a stately hotel across the street from the ocean (maybe not a big deal for frequent visitors to the Emerald Isle, but I enjoyed that). The rooms were clean and comfortable enough. It would have been nice to have air conditioning, but being near the shore made for a nice breeze. The breakfast options were great for those who enjoy traditional food. The parking filled up to capacity every night, but it all worked out. The hotel staff were cordial and helpful.
About this stay
Esplanade Hotel is a 3-star hotel, located in Bray, County Wicklow. Highlights include free parking, a restaurant and a bar. Guests rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 563 reviews.
For food and drink, Esplanade Hotel has a bar and lounge and a restaurant. Outside there is free parking. Also on offer: gift shop, a meeting room, multilingual staff and wedding services.
Rooms at Esplanade Hotel have free wi-fi and a safe. For downtime there is newspapers. Services include a 24-hour front desk, babysitting service, dry cleaning service, laundry service and a lift.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- Babysitting service
- Bar and lounge
- Dry cleaning service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Gift shop
- Laundry service
- Lift
- Luggage storage
- Meeting room
- Multilingual staff
- Newspapers
- Restaurant
- Safe
- Wedding services
Location and getting there
Esplanade Hotel is at Strand Rd Newcourt Bray Co. Wicklow. It is about 27 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport.
From Esplanade Hotel, a car makes it easiest to reach the places around Bray; buses link the larger towns, so check current timetables before travelling without one.
The closest other places to stay near Esplanade Hotel are The Strand Hotel the former residence of Oscar Wilde (150 m), The Palm (350 m) and The Martello Hotel (350 m). Comparing them on the booking page shows which has rooms for your dates.
Bray has 13 places to stay on this site: 6 hotels, 2 B&Bs and guesthouses, 2 self-catering stays and 3 other places to stay. The best rated of the others are The Martello Hotel (4.3 from 3,153 reviews) and Firefly Carrolls (4.4 from 106 reviews). Comparing them with Esplanade Hotel 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 Esplanade Hotel, measured in a straight line; roads wind, so allow more time than the distance suggests.
- Lough Tay (16 km): A dark lake below the mountain road, with a beach of pale sand.
- The Book of Kells and the Long Room (19 km): A ninth-century gospel book and the old library of Trinity College Dublin.
- The Howth cliff path (20 km): Loop walks around Howth Head, reached from Dublin city on the DART.
- Temple Bar (20 km): Cobbled streets on the south bank of the Liffey, with music most nights.
Guest reviews
Esplanade Hotel averages 3.7 out of 5 across 563 reviews. A selection, quoted as written:
We had a really enjoyable and comfortable stay here. Granted, there are a few signs of wear in this grand and characterterful hotel, but they're insignificant. Our room was clean and had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable with good-quality sheets and the bathroom was clean with plenty of hot water and fluffy towels. Breakfast was generous. The location is superb.
We held a family reunion here recently, most of family stayed here. So we had the whole experience. The location is superb, the hotel staff were very helpful and couldn't do enough for us. Family were up in the residents bar til all hours and the night manager coped with everyone wirh good nature. The breakfast was great too. Arrangements were easy and no problems
Good to know
- Families: babysitting service.
- 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 Esplanade Hotel, 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 Wicklow
Esplanade Hotel is one of 148 places to stay in Wicklow on this site, 54 of them hotels, and one of 13 in Bray. By guest score weighted for the number of reviews, it ranks 23 of the 26 rated stays there. The average guest score across them is 4.3 out of 5.
Wicklow in one line: Glendalough's monastic site and two lakes in a glacial valley.
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Questions about Esplanade Hotel
Where is Esplanade Hotel?
Esplanade Hotel is in Bray, County Wicklow, about 27 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport. The closest other place to stay on this site is The Strand Hotel the former residence of Oscar Wilde (150 m).
What type of stay is Esplanade Hotel?
Esplanade Hotel is a 3-star hotel.
What do guests say about Esplanade Hotel?
Guests rate Esplanade Hotel 3.7 out of 5 across 563 reviews. 3 reviews are quoted on this page.
What facilities does Esplanade Hotel have?
Esplanade Hotel offers free parking, a restaurant, a spa or sauna and wi-fi, among 16 facilities in all.
How far is Esplanade Hotel from the airport?
Esplanade Hotel is about 27 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport. Road distances are longer.
Does Esplanade Hotel have parking?
Yes, Esplanade Hotel has free parking.
Is Esplanade Hotel suitable for families with children?
Esplanade Hotel has babysitting service. Ask about age rules and cots for your dates.
How do I check availability at Esplanade Hotel?
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