Brooks Hotel, Dublin

59-63 Drury Street, Dublin, D2
4 star

Situated in the centre of Dublin, the Brooks hotel is a 4-star classic style hotel. The attention to detail and high quality of equipment, facilities and furnit...

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  • 10/10 Ryan (Young couple) 

    from Ballymena , GB on  May 30, 2008

    "excellent hotel right in middle of things. Probably one of the best I have stayed in. Breakfast is great and very well presented" (97429209)

    first class hotel close to city

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  • 6/10 Russ (Young couple) 

    from Wrexham , GB on  April 12, 2008

    "Hotel is in an ideal location. We booked an upgraded room but the only benefit was a DVD machine!The bar area is nice and they have a great guest services room free internet etc. The breakfast was very slow due to everything being cooked to order but the food it's self was very good. Would'nt stay again down to the cost of the hotel." (97962206)

    Great location

    Room was best described as ok. The bathroom could have been cleaner and the checking in at reception was slow.

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  • 9/10 Edward k (Solo business traveller) 

    from London , GB on  April 18, 2008

    very central and convenient to transport.Staff helpfull and service excellante

    the view !!!

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  • 10/10 Anonymous (Other) 

    on  March 13, 2008

    "This is a lovely hotel. Would highly recommemd it." (97101574)

    Cosy, clean, lovely decor. Staff very friendly and helpful.Good food. Excellent central location

    Nothing!

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  • 9/10 James (Mature couple) 

    from Cork , IE on  March 4, 2008

    "High quality hotel, with good facilities, suitable for a comfortable stay in Dublin. Location is excellent and the hotel is small and friendly." (97943042)

    Very nice hotel. You can walk anywhere.

    I had no particular dislikes.

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  • 9/10 John (Young couple) 

    from Co wicklow , IE on  March 19, 2008

    "Please note the we did not book this stay on the Brooks website, as we could get the accomadation cheaper on an alternative site." (97332289)

    Hotel has a nice atmosphere, we have stayed in the hotel many tines before and will return again.

    One dislke we have and have had on other occassions in the hotel is The the bar staff are extremely slow and not particularly friendly in comparison withe the rest of the hotel staff.

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  • 9/10 Trevor (Other) 

    from Mansfield , GB on  February 28, 2008

    "Excellent hotel with friendly, helpful staff, wonderful food and clean comfortable and good sized rooms. Easy to get to any where in the city. Would certainly re-use if in Dublin again." (97337836)

    Night time noise from street , may be due to being on 1st floor, would benefit from double glazing. Or should have had higher floor accomodation.

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  • 8/10 Martin (Mature couple) 

    from White notley, essex , GB on  February 26, 2008

    "Short but enjoyable stay clouded by the hotels inability to change a travellers cheque, I shall know next time. I would recommend this hotel and stay again despite the above issue." (97255864)

    I have stayed at Brooks before and find it very comfortable and convenient.

    Brooks must be the only hotel i have ever stayed in where they refuse to change travellers cheques, i had to catch a tram as i didn't have enough cash for a taxi.

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  • 8/10 Raksha (Group of adult friends) 

    from Newcastle upon tyne , GB on  December 29, 2007

    "My friend & I chose Dublin to spend our Christmas break. It was definitely a good choice of hotel, very well located in the city centre. We enjoyed our stay, especially Christmas Lunch in the restaurant. Very well organised and food was excellent. Compliments to the Chef. Staff were lovely as well. Would like to visit again." (97876540)

    The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful! The room was comfortable and clean. Location also very central.

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  • 10/10 Gerard (Mature couple) 

    from Loughrea , IE on  February 23, 2008

    "Its an excellent hotel . Central, well run, good accomodation, friendly staff, excellent breakfasf and good value for money in \central Dublin. I would stay there anytime." (97914045)

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  • 9/10 Jackie (Group of adult friends) 

    from County tyrone , GB on  February 6, 2008

    "Excellent for carparking and central for shopping and just 5 mins walk to temple bar. Staff very helpful anf friendly. Breakfast was lovely with an extensive range of food. Refurbishment taking place upstairs but unobtrusive. Deluxe room was spacious. Carpet could do with being replaced.(Maybe that will be part of the refurb) Other furnishings and decor were nice. I would prefer a duvet to the out dated blankets. Very good value for the rate on the night we stayed." (97181853)

    location,friendly staff,

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  • 9/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  August 2, 2008

    "We would stay again, and recommend it to others. " (97051330)

    Lovely Hotel, and staff, Lovely food . .. but . . see below . . .

    My Husband (In the restaurant) had a VERY small fillet of fish which would not fill a child, and the vegetables were extra, which we expected as all part of the meal. My Lamb was also very nice, but the vegetables, I think should be part of the meal, rather than an extra.

  • 8/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  July 4, 2008

    "Good but some decor not consistent with 4 star category SLH hotel. In need of re-decoration in some areas" (97231642)

    Good position for City centre Excellent restaurant for dinner Excellent bar

    Service not consistent accross all staff Cosmopolitan mix of staff

  • 9/10 Kevin (Young couple) 

    from Hayward, california , US on  June 24, 2008

    Excellent staff, very helpful, friendly, and professional.

  • 10/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  October 18, 2007

    The decor was tasteful, the staff were very friendly, helpful & professional, the breakfast was excellent, the hotel was quiet and conveniently located.

    No complaints!

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  • 9/10 Stephanie (Young couple) 

    from Birmingham , United Kingdom;GB on  May 9, 2007

    "Having stayed in many Dublin hotels previously, I was aware that they do not come cheap, but at least with this one you felt like you got your money's worth. Lovely hotel with warm and friendly staff in excellent location - just 5 minutes walk from Grafton Street and Temple Bar. The rooms were lovely and comfortable and the breakfast was superb. The only negative was the noise outside during the night, but I suppose that's the price you pay for being in the city centre. Overall - fantastic and we would definitely stay again." (99293013)

    Lovely hotel. Comfortable rooms. Excellent location. Wonderful service. Fantastic breakfast.

    Was on what appeared to be a quiet street, but it came to life after midnight, and there was a lot of noise from outside until about 3am.

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  • 9/10 Anonymous (Group of adult friends) 

    on  February 6, 2008

    "excellent service ,would stay again." (97465200)

    we had an excellent room with everything you need from an hotel . would recommend to friends.

    no dislikes

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Family with young children) 

    on  October 27, 2007

    "The room was ok. It felt tight with 2 adults and 2 small kids. Staff was nice, breakfast was average. But it is a bit pricey for what you get. If they would come down on price it would be a perfect hotel for Dublin." (97096003)

    Location, location!! All the main attraction within blocks.

    The hard to find street, very dark at night. Small rooms.

  • 8/10 Anonymous (Solo leisure traveller) 

    on  October 17, 2007

    Excellent breakfast

    Some noise from the street

  • 9/10 James (Mature couple) 

    from Chester , GB on  June 28, 2007

    "This hotel is well rated in other reviews and was selected on this bais. It fully lived up to our expectations. The staff were excellent and the facilities are of a high standard. Very nice breakfast. Good location - a short walk to a variety of Dublin's sights." (99207864)

    Excellent Staff, well appointed hotel, beautiful guest lounge, good location

    Expensive, but Dublin hotels are.

  • 9/10 Anthony (Mature couple) 

    from Liverpool , GB on  June 27, 2007

    "Staff were excellent - helpful, friendly and provided service with a smile. Our flight was late on the night we checked out, but the hotel looked after our bag while we went sight seeing until the evening. Residents' bar was well run by Ashley - it's always nice to chat to an Evertonian. Breakfast was excellent as were the staff. Hotel was very clean." (99797308)

    Very large bed & comfortable pillows

    Small bath.

  • 10/10 Janet (Group of adult friends) 

    from Darlington , GB on  May 20, 2007

    Everything about the hotel was excellent, from start to finish,superb,friendly and knowledgeable staff. Breakfast was a joy to eat!! The location was perfect for night life and shopping, all within 5 minutes walking distance. We will be back for sure.

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Group of work colleagues) 

    on  May 10, 2007

    "This is a fantastic hotel, centrally based with friendly and helpful staff. None of us had ever been to Dublin before yet the staff made sure we had a great time, they couldn't do enough for us. Both Dinner and Breakfast were great, quality of the food was fantastic and highly recommended." (99825728)

    The service was excellent and the quality of the food was exceptional

    The rooms did not match up to the restaurant and bar areas

  • 10/10 Anonymous (Other) 

    on  April 10, 2007

    "Our stay in this hotel was as pleasant as we had hoped and we discovered that the positive information that we had obtained before booking, was not exaggerated." (99323530)

    Having long hair, the second hairdryer (power) in the room was very welcome. The TV-sound was connected to the bathroom (never thought this would be so agreable)! Room was very clean. Staff very pleasant.

    Not possible to open the window at night, due to surrounding noise (cafés, air-conditioningmachinery in the surroundings).

  • 8/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  April 7, 2007

    "perfect location for the sights and shopping. overall experience of the hotel 8/10. Would be happy to recommend and we will return." (99419616)

  • 10/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  March 26, 2007

    "We spent 3 enjoyable days sightseeing around Dublin. Brooks Hotel was in a very good location for this purpose and had all the facilities we expect from a 4 star hotel." (99918812)

  • 10/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  March 2, 2007

    "From the very outset the staff were very friendly and welcoming when we arrived. The hotel itself and our room was spotless and very welcoming on the eye. The small touches were also impressive - taking our luggage to the room and on the final night placing free chocolates on the pillows! All in all my partner and I will definitely be returning again." (99361986)

    Fantastic location, very friendly and helpful staff.

    Nothing!

  • 10/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  February 17, 2007

    "Hotel served all the needs and requirements I had. The staff were attentive, polite and obliging and worthy of the rating. Room was exactly as described without any surprises." (99831293)

    relaxed, comfortable and quiet but central

    During the evening the staff called at the door of the room to turn down the bed 3 times and asked if they could. It would be better if they automatically defer if the client is still in the room. This is a minor point and they were polite.

  • 10/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  January 5, 2007

    "I would like to have known about the food and the excellent decor of the rooms" (3305378075)

    The decor, comfort of the rooms, the staff and the food was of a good standard

    The street outside was rather seedy

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Solo leisure traveller) 

    on  December 23, 2006

    Very comfortable

    Not your fault, but like everywhere in Ireland there are no facilities for smokers. This is why I usually go abroad now.

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Solo leisure traveller) 

    on  October 14, 2006

    "Overall hotel to be recommended. Excellent location, small, friendly, comfortable etc. The breakfasts are delicious with much to choose from cooked to continental and the unforgettable fresh bread!" (3305450933)

    personal touches like turn down service in the evening, tasteful decorations, professionalism of staff, excellent breakfasts

    My room was on the first floor just above the kitchen at the back of the hotel - probably because I had asked for a smoking room - which meant quite noisy and kitchen odours to mingle with tobacco smoke! The kettle still had water from the previous guest(s) which was rather off putting (smell)!

  • 10/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  September 2, 2006

    "Excellent hotel, would highly recommend." (3305214567)

    Everything was wonderful! Close proximity to all locations, Friendliness of the staff, and all the creature comforts of the room, including a pillow menu and multiple daily turn down services.

    Waiting for a night gaurd to unlike the main entry door if coming back late at night/early morning.

  • 9/10 Mary (Group of work colleagues) 

    from Toronto , Canada;CA on  September 1, 2006

    Great location, fabulous staff, lovely breakfast

    nothing

  • 10/10 Gerard (Mature couple) 

    from Loughrea , Ireland;IE on  August 26, 2006

    "We have stayed at this Hotel on as many business trips as it suits and some leisure breaks and we have always enjoyed our stay. The breakfast is good and the staff friendly and extremely helpful. Also the Hotel is beside two car parks one of which is 24 hour for awkard arrivaltimes or departure. Excellent Hotel." (3305241242)

    Central location, big beds,decent pillows,airconditioned throughout,TV sound in bathroom.

    Nothing

  • 8/10 Christopher (Mature couple) 

    from Mansfield , United Kingdom;GB on  August 5, 2006

    central location

    nothing

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  July 5, 2006

    Staff are lovely, central location but not too noisy. Good breakfast.

    Curtains are funky design but let in too much light - so difficult to sleep.

  • 9/10 Naomi (Young couple) 

    from New york , United States;US on  June 8, 2006

    "Overall this hotel was lovely and charming -- much old-fashioned detail. The location really cannot be beaten; we walked easily to Grafton St, to Trinity, to St. Stephen's Green. The staff were uniformly friendly and helpful and smart. There are many restaurants in the area, although most of these are not very good. Our request for a non-smoking room was honored; we were upgraded on arrival to a superior room, although this was in the back looking out over an ugly street/noisy A/C unit. With the window closed, the noise did not bother us. The full bath was very nice, not cramped in the usual way. There was maid service twice a day. The only downside was the internet access; we have two laptops and had to buy separate connections for each one, which then did not work properly during our entire stay." (3304228380)

    Room pleasant and comfortable; good climate control; nice bath; comfortable bed; reasonable phone rates; incredibly nice and helpful staff. Dinner restaurant good though expensive. Terrific location.

    Expensive broadband wireless connection did not work reliably, a major hassle for us. Our room looked out onto an ugly industrial back street and a noisy industrial A/C unit, so we had to keep the window closed.

  • 10/10 Karol (Mature couple) 

    from Apo , United States;US on  June 4, 2006

    "We arrived later in the evening, but the staff could not have been more friendly and welcoming. The concierge was very helpful in recommending things to do and politely arranged taxis for our friends even though they were staying elsewhere. We had the best gin and tonics ever and some wonderful truffle fries in the bar and the breakfast was great as well. I will stay in this hotel any time I am in Dublin if I can get a room because it could not have been more convenient. Next time we will also eat in the restaurant as the menu looked wonderful. We walked everywhere and there were so many pubs and restaurants that we had a real choice for eating and shopping." (3304495332)

    We had a lovely room in the back so it was very quiet and we were high enough up to have a view of the city line. We liked having a choice of pillows and how clean everything was.

    Nothing to dislike.

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  May 24, 2006

    "it would have been nice to have directions from the local bus station and if it was within walking distance." (3304097819)

    The friendly staff,cleanliness,and the facilities in the room

    The main menu was a bit fancy for our likeing and there wasant any chicken on the menu as in plain food not everybody likes sauces and fancy foods

  • 10/10 Richard (Mature couple) 

    from Georgetown , United States;US on  April 24, 2006

    "We were very pleased with our choice of the Brooks Hotel for our stay in Dublin. The staff were very welcoming and helpful, and since we don't mind walking a bit, the location was very convenient to the major shopping/tourist areas and still quiet at night. The room was scrupulously clean, as were all the common areas. For those who prefer to stay just outside the very busy Temple Bar area, I would recommend the Brooks Hotel, and we'd stay there again in a heartbeat should our travels find us in Dublin again." (2890037)

    The Brooks Hotel was spotlessly clean, the staff friendly and the location convenient.

    Not a major issue, but the view out of our window was of a parking garage. But it did make for a very quiet night's sleep!

  • 10/10 Kim (Family with older children) 

    from Gillingham , United Kingdom;GB on  April 10, 2006

    "Have no complaints about the hotel. This was my third trip to Dublin and whilst I like to try different hotels, I would definately return to the Brooks. Thought the style of the bedroom could have been a bit more contemporary, in keeping with the stylish dining area." (3304403380)

    Staff friendly and welcoming.Was upgraded, so that was a bonus. Room clean,service good,bed was even made even though we were due to check out.

    None. Although a complimentary biscuit would have gone nicely with the tea, in the room.

  • 9/10 Delwyn (Young couple) 

    from Menai bridge , United Kingdom;GB on  March 23, 2006

    Improved television facilities e.g music channel, films

  • 10/10 Anonymous (Other) 

    on  March 10, 2006

    "Very pleasant stay - hotel well located for shopping evening entertainment. Meals - Restaurant evening menu was excellent quality and value. Breakfast lovely fresh ingredients - pleasant relaxed atmosphere. The Irish no smoking policy FANTASTIC. We even used the bar which would be unheard of at home. Please copy in the UK SOON!" (3304322829)

    Appropriate for the price and hotel website self promotion

    No comment

  • 9/10 Craig (Solo business traveller) 

    from Fifield , GB on  October 16, 2007

    I like the Brokks hotel all round

    Phone in the room wasnt working (constantly engaged)

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  • 9/10 Walter (Mature couple) 

    from Grantham , United Kingdom;GB on  February 22, 2006

    "Excellant stay. I did not realise how close to Temple bar and Grafton Street the Hotel was. Or how good tourist information you provide is. Breakfast up to 11.30 should be adverised more as should 12.00 check out time, both used to full extent!" (3304157831)

    Large room, large comforable bed,clean well laid out room and bathroom. Very well trained friendly and heplfull staff

    I really do not know

  • 10/10 Joe (Mature couple) 

    from Cavan , Ireland;IE on  February 22, 2006

    "Second stay at Brooks and it is all I want in a city centre hotel. 100% all round." (3304218330)

    Lovely well trained staff,a great feeling of calm,great food + coffee,location,location,location.

    can't think of any

  • 10/10 Gerard (Mature couple) 

    from Loughrea , Ireland;IE on  February 17, 2006

    "I have stayed there over the past three years regularily and it has always been excellent. Check in is always easy and effecient and the breakfasts always good. I have stayed in other well known Dublin hotels and Brooks is our favourite." (3304247469)

    Airconditioned,good facilities, big bed, decent pillows, and nice decor.

    None comes to mind.

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Mature couple) 

    on  November 26, 2005

    "we found the hotel to be in a central location easy reach for most places.The level of accomdation was to a high standard and the staff were helpful and polite at all times, breakfast was good cooked and continental with a large variety to choose from.We did not eat in the restaurant but the menu had a good variety of dishes.We would definately stay there again when we visit dublin." (2892496)

    the accomadation was to a high standard

  • 7/10 Jane (Mature couple) 

    from Church broughton , United Kingdom;GB on  November 11, 2005

    "I enjoyed my Dublin break and would certainly stay at this hotel again. I found the on-line booking process somewhat misleading as I booked on a bed and breakfast basis but found that breakfast was not included. On check-out nor was it included in the price!! The accommodation was of a good standard, the staff were very enthusiastic and the restaurant itself proved more than satisfactory. The room service meal however was very disappointing with an extremely limp mixed leaf salad. That said, I would stay here again." (2923193)

    The hotel was an ideal base for a tourist in Dublin. The staff were very helpful and informative whilst the accommodation very comfortable.

    The room service meal was somewhat disappointing.

  • 10/10 Duncan (Mature couple) 

    from Wem , United Kingdom;GB on  October 20, 2005

    "The hotel is perfectly situated, just away from Temple Bar, where you don't want to stay unless you are already up at 4.oo am. We were woken one night at 3.00am by a club disgorging its customers, but it wasn't too bad & the crowds quickly dispersed. The staff were really pleasant and helpful - they sent someone out to buy a Sunday paper for us when we forgot to order one the night before. The hotel is smart and has high standards of food and service, but it remains relaxed and unpretentious. We loved Dublin and will definately return (God willing), and we will stay here again. We felt it was good value for money. If you like the Hotel du Vin hotels, you'll like Brooks Hotel, which is the same vibe but friendlier." (2826082)

    Friendly and helpful staff. Unpretentious atmosphere, but still high standards and smart.

    Room was slightly small, but pleasantly furnished. Very confortable beds.

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