The Fitzwilliam Hotel Dublin

Stayed here as I was away on business with my wife and it was my Birthday. Have to say the hotel was only OK and I thought expensive for what it was I expected a higher standard. Bat had a very limited selection tion and I thought it lacked atmosphere.

The staff is amazingly and consistently supportive, helpful and friendly. And the rooms are well appointed and very comfortable. Plus you cannot beat the location. One foot out the door and you are in the center of activity.

When I booked this hotel I wanted to stay in a nice hotel in the St Stephen's Greene area. My last visit to Dublin 11 years ago had been to this same area and I had found it to be safe and charming. When we arrived, we were greeted curbside and our bags were quickly taken and our car was valet parked safely in the hotels own underground parking. Parking is 20 Euros a day but worth it. We were shown to our room by a friendly young woman that was new to the hotel and the area. Our bags soon followed. Once the A/C was turned on the room temperature was as comfortable as the room itself. Our room had a very cool stylish design. Not cold, but cool. The bathroom had an enormous tub which unfortunately due to an early morning flight we were not able to sample. The Fitzwilliam knows how to add the nice little comfort touches. In the room awaiting us were two bathrobes, two sets of slippers, a clothing press, iron and ironing board. A knock on the door a few minutes after we settled in was our turndown bed service, complete with chocolates. Very nice touch ! The Fitzwilliam has a very nice bar area where we enjoyed a night cap to toast our last night in Ireland. They offer a great selection of whiskeys, gins, vodkas, beers and wines. Unlike other hotel bar/lounges, the Fitzwilliam's is stylish, roomy and properly lit. You can have a drink for two in one spot while a group of friends is in another and there would be no intrusion.

Location was perfect, right in the centre of town. The staff were really friendly and welcoming and the room was great. Only slight criticism was that the bar area had no natural light which made it a bit gloomy. Other than that this hotel should definitely be on your list if you are visiting Dublin

We faced the park (and traffic), absolutely quiet. We had a great room that gave us access to the roof and a outdoor table and chairs for an evening libation. The main shopping area is a long putt away. This is a walking city and the hotel is in the center of much of the places of interest.