The Spencer Hotel

It's very convenient for transit on the TFI (Transport for Ireland) network. You can take Dublin Express from Dublin Airport directly to this hotel (20 minute ride from the airport). Also, you can take Dublin Express back to the Airport from the hotel. The hotel staff was very helpful during checking in and out of the hotel. Breakfast was fresh and there was always room to eat. The gym was available for immediate use plus a locker room to change into gym clothes and/or bathing suit for the nearby indoor swimming pool. Wi-Fi connection was reliable and you can grab a bite to eat from a variety of restaurants and/or bars within 5 - 10 minutes walking distance. Finally, you can take a ride to Downtown Dublin using the 60, G1, G2 buses or the Red Line light rail nearby.

The whole hotel was in great condition. The rooms were well proportioned very immaculate with contemporary still and had everything needed for our stay. Breakfast in the Pantry was delicious with a very good selection of both hot and cold food. The Asian restaurant food in the hotel was also delicious. Staff in all areas of the hotel were very pleasant and helpful from reception check in and help with travel queries to the bar staff, Asian restaurant staff and hotel cleaners. The hotel location on the banks of the River Liffey was perfect for us to be outside the main crowds but in walking distance of all main areas. The tram was an added bonus just behind the hotel to get to further destinations, e.g. the Guinness location. We didn't have time to use the hotel Pool, Sauna, Hot Tub or Spa, but did visit the area which looked excellent.

Really good location, nice decor. The staff were really friendly. Nice to use the pool and spa even though it was full of children left to their own devices, parents not to be seen. Good that we could leave all our baggage at reception, breakfast was absolutely beautiful.

My friend and I arrived at the hotel at 11am due to our flight times. We asked to leave our bags at the hotel while we explored the city and to our surprise the lady at the desk gave us our room. This was one of the highlights and very appreciated as check in time is usually 4pm and it was great to have a room this early. We were then able to use the spa early. The hotel is in a great location - a very quiet area on the weekends as it’s the business district, but only a short 15 min walk to the centre of Dublin where the shops are. Also only a 10 min walk to Connolly station.

Great location - the Dublin Airport Express is literally across the street (drop off) and a block away (pick up); it's the second stop. The red line tram is behind the hotel and will take you to Heuston train station (points south), and less than 10 min walk to the train at Connolly station (points north). You can never get lost because the hotel is right on the river! Room was nicer than some Marriott's I stay in for business travel in the States! Espresso maching with daily biscuit and bottled water refreshed. Very modern, and comfortable bed and linens, very clean. Large flat screen tv and plenty of mirrors. Nice toiletries from Rituals. I did not take a room with river view or balcony, and it was very quiet. Staff was friendly and helpful in storing my bag upon arrival and check out, and booking me a taxi for dinner out. I did not eat at the hotel- there are a few coffee options on the plaza next to the hotel, if you want to save money on breakfast - but I did have a drink and the bartenders were friendly.