Experience Donnybrook Hall, a charming guesthouse near University College Dublin. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the garden and relax on the sunny terrace. Helpful staff are always available to assist with your needs, from luggage storage to tour/ticket assistance.
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About this property
Donnybrook Hall
When you stay at Donnybrook Hall, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Aviva Stadium and St. Stephen's Green. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
National rating
This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Donnybrook Hall?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Donnybrook Hall?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Donnybrook Hall?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Donnybrook Hall and nearby?
Donnybrook Hall has a garden.
What's the area around Donnybrook Hall like?
Donnybrook Hall is a short 17-minute walk from University College Dublin and 13 minutes' walk from RDS Main Arena.
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Reviews
Donnybrook Hall Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2026
Room was spotless
Excellent, would use again when back in Dublin
ALISTAIR
ALISTAIR, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2026
room was clean & the staff was so lovely!
Alexis
Alexis, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 29, 2026
Room was small but clean and tidy, good value for money. After some confusion about actually getting in and accessing my room (probably my own fault), things were sorted out by friendly and efficient staff and my stay then went smoothly.
Dermot
Dermot, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2025
Martina, Tammy and the rest of the staff made it a pleasurable experience
Michael
Michael, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2025
Very convenient Tesco Express nearby, serviceable and restaurant around the corner, though better meal options easily accessible nearby. It was a great location for accessing Dublin City center and UCD, both easy bus rides or about 20-30 minutes enjoyable walk away.
Scott
Scott, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Amazing
The staff was incredibly friendly. Room was nice and tidy; the bed was very comfortable. Great location and bus services just down the street.
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1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2025
Clean room
Mohamedali
Mohamedali, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2025
Clean room and clear instructions for entering the property
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 8, 2025
Great, quiet place. A few grocery and necessity shops around the corner. Although not ideal for long term stay as no microwaves and fridges.
Dominic
Dominic, 13-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Lovely friendly welcome and I liked the secure access to the property. Very clean and quiet, had a great sleep. Perfect for the wedding I was attending down the street.
Lucy
Lucy, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 20, 2025
PROs: Good location, clean room, friendly staff, and the newly renovated bathroom was very nice.
CONs: In level 1 room you can hear the floor above walking around (light thumping), room has a bit of a damp smell to it, and using the electronic lock on the doors was finicky and frustrating a couple times.
Overall a good spot and would recommend/revisit.
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
Cosy and clean rooms; well equipped bathroom. Even kettle for tea/coffee in the room. Absolutely quiet at night; I slept very well. Staff is very friendly and helpful.
Stefan
Stefan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 19, 2025
The property and the staff were lovely.
The room,number 4 was terribly small for two people.
It was more suited for one person.
Overall,it was a pleasant experience and the location is close to bus lines that service the city center.
Aine
Aine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2025
A helpful welcome
We are so grateful to Martina for her help upon our arrival. Even though check-in time was at 2:00, we were on her doorstep when she arrived for work very early in the morning. She kindly allowed us to drop off our bags, and when we came back later in the afternoon, she had readied our room and moved our bags upstairs, allowing us to immediately crash and sleep off our jet lag. Thank you Martina!
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 31, 2024
One night in Dublin
Clean and well maintained, in a excellent location if going to the RDS or Aviva, and about a 30 minute walk to the city centre. Perfect if you just need a place to sleep after a night out in Dublin.
Rory
Rory, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2023
Excellent guesthouse
Thanks so much to Terry and his staff. They made my stay at Donnybrook Hall very comfortable. It is a lovely property, out of the way of the noise of the city but close enough to walk to the centre and still experience Dublin!
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2023
Marathon weekend stay
This is an amazing guest house. Spotless clean. Martins and Terry couldn’t do enough. Will definitely return. 5 star service.
Noel
Noel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2023
20 out of 10 was also what I meant to say as I was checking out. Great property, friendly and helpful staff. Thank you!
Emrecan
Emrecan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2023
A great stay at Donnybrook Hall
An excellent stay, friendly staff and comfortable room. The hosts greeted me at check-in and served coffee. The hotel is a few miles outside center but has great bus service, also convenient for Bray. I loved my room a nice little annex overlooking the garden. Lots of nice shops and restaurants nearby and a clean and safe area. Thanks for making my stay great Donnybrook Hall I hope to return again.
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 19, 2025
3 nights.
Three night stay. Situated on a quiet, mostly one way road. Not as grand as name suggests, end- of- terrace with extension. Staff friendly and helpful. Parking is a single space in front of extension. Bed comfy, shower good, plenty of hot water.
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3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2023
A brilliant discovery, worth coming back to
Lovely, extremely clean, wonderful friendly proprietors, in a safe and convenient location. My garden room was gorgeous - made me wish I'd booked to stay longer than just one night. Everything was A+. Pro-tip - do take the recommendations for where to go and what to do in Dublin - everything they suggested to me was spot-on perfect.
carolyn
carolyn, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 26, 2024
Room ok. The lighting in the room was poor...could have been brighter. But overall comfortable enough.
Orla
Orla, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Nov 24, 2023
I have been traveling a lot for work for well over a decade, and unfortunately, this has been the second-biggest accommodation disappointment to date. Based on its great reviews, I was expecting a nice stay, but I ended up with a room that smelled like mold and had at least one big visible mold spot (I have photos and videos to prove this). Since my stay was only a few nights and the staff was exceptionally nice to me, I didn't complain, but I hope they do something about the mold situation. The property consists of two buildings, a regular house in the front that was warm and smelled nice, and a few additional units in the back yard. I stayed in one of the latter, so I suspect the positive reviews come from rooms in the main building.
Florian
Florian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2026
Very welcoming and very comfortable. Also convenient for local shops and frequent buses into Dublin City centre,