Grand Canal Hotel
Dublin, Éire / Ireland

5.4COSY
The Grand Canal Hotel wraps guests in warmth through staff like George, Helen, Rodger and Glenn, who think nothing of breaking into a birthday song, alongside lovely canal-side rooms, a celebrated breakfast buffet, and a ten-minute stroll to Merrion Square.
How the cosy score works →Why it scores 5.4, from guest reviews
- hospitable staff singing birthday song
- great breakfast buffet
- lovely rooms
- very nice staff going above and beyond
Best for
A strong fit for the breakfast and a waterside stay. Guests point to great breakfast buffet and into a birthday song — alongside lovely canal-side rooms, a celebrated breakfast buffet, and a ten-minute stroll to Merrion Square.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is the Grand Canal Hotel located?
- The Grand Canal Hotel is situated in Dublin, Ireland, right by the Grand Canal itself. It's a 10-minute stroll to Merrion Square and conveniently close to Dublin city centre, with good access to public transport and on-site car parking.
- How cosy is the Grand Canal Hotel?
- The Grand Canal Hotel has a cosy score of 5.4 out of 10, offering a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for guests during their stay.
- Is the breakfast good at the Grand Canal Hotel?
- Yes, guests consistently praise the Grand Canal Hotel's restaurant and breakfast buffet, describing it as one of the best available. It's a real highlight of staying here.
- Is the service friendly at the Grand Canal Hotel?
- Absolutely. Staff members are noted for being very nice and hospitable, going above and beyond for guests, one review mentioned they even sang happy birthday for a guest's celebration.
- Are the rooms nice at the Grand Canal Hotel?
- Yes, guests describe the rooms as lovely and comfortable, making for a pleasant stay in the heart of Dublin.
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