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Convenient
I went there because it is across the road from Connolly Dart & rail station, and is near the Bus...
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john42
- Feb 3, 2012
Very good for its PRICE!
We stayed in one of the Premier Rooms for 7 days and it was great. The Premier Lounge offered...
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Traveler on a Budget
- Nov 16, 2011
Hotel immortalized in Joyce novel stands out from the crowd
North of the River Liffey stands the beautiful Georgian building housing the North Star Hotel with a particularly cool pedigree. Ireland's literary master, James Joyce, mentioned this landmark in his novel Ulysses. The hotel has been extended to accommodate 175 rooms, an award-winning restaurant, two bars, including a heated beer garden and the new exclusive Premier Club Lounge. Guests can walk to the James Joyce Center or head over the river to Temple Bar and Grafton Street for shopping and entertainment.
Highlights
- Stunning 19th century building immortalized in James Joyce's literary masterpiece Ulysses
- Award-winning Bianconi Restaurant , McCoy's traditional Irish bar and heated beer garden
- Premier rooms enjoy use of exclusive 7th floor club lounge with skyline views
Rooms
The North Star's 175 rooms cater to every kind of traveler. Standard rooms are housed in the original Georgian building, while the hotel's modern addition holds executive and premier rooms and suites. Tastefully decorated, standard and executive rooms come with the usual amenities such as TV, tea and coffee station and trouser press. Additionally, premier rooms and suites include such luxuries as pillow-top beds, goose down bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, fridge and rainforest shower. Many have a private balcony that offers stunning views of Dublin's skyline. Access to the exclusive 7th floor Premier Club Lounge is available to guests in premier rooms. Wi-Fi access is available in all rooms (fees apply).Features
The North Star Hotel offers guests an escape from Dublin's busy city center. Enjoy the hotel's award-winning restaurant, Bianconi, or two bars, including the heated beer garden where guests can unwind from a day of meetings or sightseeing with a traditional Irish libation. The hotel features a gym and sauna for all guests. Premier rooms afford access to the relaxing new Premier Club Lounge with stunning views of the city. Wi-Fi access and parking facilities are available (fees apply)
Transportation
- Hotel car park (fee applies)
- Luas and DART station (across the street)
- Dublin bus service 41 and 41B nearby
- Taxi service available
Attractions
- The James Joyce Centre (0.6 mi/1 km)
- Spire of Dublin (0.7 mi/1.1 km)
- Garden of Remembrance (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
- Trinity College (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
- Temple Bar (0.9 mi/1.4 km)
Business
- 4 conference and meeting rooms with capacity of 140 guests
- Complete range of audiovisual facilities available
- Broadband Internet access
- Banquet facilities
North Star Hotel Rooms
- Standard double
- This room offers double bed or twin bed with direct dial telephone, TV, trouser press and tea & coffee facilities, hairdryer, voicemail, air conditioning, alarm clock, bathroom amenities, ensuite/private bathroom, heating, Internet access, iron/ironing board, kettle, modem/data port connection, non-smoking rooms, room service, tea and coffee making facilities and valet service.
- Premier Club Rooms
- Celebrating a Special Occasion or just fancy a little Pampering ... why not upgrade to our New Premier Club rooms. Recently launched summer 2008, the spacious and contemporary Premier Club rooms offer the ultimate in guest luxury....King size pillow top beds, Goose down duvets and pillows, Egyptian cotton sheets, interactive widescreen LCD TV's with in-house movies, WIFI, personal fridge, laptop safes, tea/coffee making facilities and air-conditioning. Many of our Premier Club rooms have a private terrace or balcony and all rooms have complimentary access to our exclusive 7th floor Premier Club Hospitality Lounge offering spectacular views of Dublin city's skyline. Upgrades are just 30.00 euro per room per night. (Subject to availability).
- Non Refundable Room
- This room offers double bed or twin bed with direct dial telephone, TV, trouser press and tea & coffee facilities, hairdryer, voicemail, air conditioning, alarm clock, bathroom amenities, ensuite/private bathroom, heating, Internet access, iron/ironing board, kettle, modem/data port connection, non-smoking rooms, room service, tea and coffee making facilities and valet service.
- Executive Rooms
- Our executive rooms at the North Star Hotel Dublin are of an extra-large size to provide added comfort. Each room comes complete with direct-dial telephone, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and multi-channel television , air-conditioning, trouser press, larger bathroom, Wi-Fi,. Each bedroom is tastefully decorated, bright and designed to international standards and Ideal for the busy corporate guest, or to make your leisure break in Dublin even more relaxing and enjoyable!
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Dublin.
- Nearby airports
- Dublin International Airport.
- Area description
- The North Star Hotel & Premier Club Suites is in short walking distance from the O2 Venue (10-15 minutes) Temple Bar, O'Connell Street, The Gaiety Theatre, The Olympia Theatre, The Grand Canal Theatre, The Convention Centre, Trinity College, shopping districts including Henry Street and Grafton Street.
Amenities
- Business center
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Fitness center
- Health Club
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Wireless Internet
Dining
- The Bianconi Restaurant
- The Bianconi Restaurant stands tall among its competitors, offering a fine display of cuisine to please even the most discerning palate. This includes the best of both international and traditional Irish delights. The Breakfast Room is renowned throughout the country for its Full Irish Breakfast, served buffet style. McCoy's Bar is a traditional Irish Pub visited by local characters, business people, and the hotel's guests. Its theme is the history of stagecoach and Connolly Train Station which historical main entrance is located directly opposite. The bar/pub food attracts people for lunch and dinner. Daily specials offer a variety for the hungry visitor. The Beer Garden is a contemporary, state of the art smoking area which has been developed beneath the train arch at the rear of McCoy's Bar to include heaters, comfortable seating and a flat screen TV.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1400
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (64)
Ratings and reviews for North Star Hotel
- All travelers (64) 3.9 / 5
- Business (4) 3.8 / 5
- Couples (22) 3.3 / 5
- Families (5) 3.4 / 5
- Friends (7) 4 / 5
- Singles (5) 4.4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.8
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.3
- Hotel staff:
- 4.1
- Room comfort:
- 3.7
- Location:
- 4.1
- Value:
- 4
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
john42
Convenient
I went there because it is across the road from Connolly Dart & rail station, and is near the Bus Aras transport hub (for the Airport). And because I wanted to be on Dublin's North Side. My room left nothing to be desired and all the staff were delightfully friendly.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Bewleys, Grafton Street ranks with the greatest Vienna cafes.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
DannyH
Disappointing
I was disapppointed when we arrived as we asked for a double room and got a twin i.e two single beds. We rang down to reception and were told we would be changed the following day we accepted, but they did not change our room. When going for a shower, we found out the shower was not working, only cold water came out, after getting someone up to 'fix' it, we were still unable to shower as the water was now boiling hot! and finally, after being told at reception that breakfast was included, we found out when we went down to eat, that we had to pay. In the end, they tried to fob us off by giving us a 'free upgrade' for the next time we stayed, which you could get by being their friend on facebook.....it says a lot about the hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Traveler on a Budget
Very good for its PRICE!
We stayed in one of the Premier Rooms for 7 days and it was great. The Premier Lounge offered practically every beverage and spectacular views not to mention comfortable lounge chairs. The rooms were very modern and up to date. The king sized bed was a pillow top, great for getting some rest after a long day. The hotel is within walking distance to O'Connell St (10min max) the concierge was very helpful and willing to bend over backwards. The only downside is paying for the internet every day which was 11euros for 24hrs.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
frequent bus
Good location
It was at a good location not too far from the bus terminal to/from the airport. Rooms are outdated but pretty standard one from 1970's design. As long as it works, fine. Internet is not free and a bit slow though.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Keep searching
Not the best in Dublin
Although the location was not bad, we were unimpressed with this hotel. It was our least favorite of the ones we stayed at in Ireland. The staff was not very accomodating, and we did not receive the room we requested. The asked if we would like to have a double bed or two twins when we checked in, we said double and received two twins. I asked where I would be able to purchase feminine products and was directed to a store that did not sell them, The coffee machine was broken. In the morning I injured myself and needed a band-aid for bleeding, I asked the front desk and they explained that I oculd go walk and buy some at a store in the city. Not the most helpful. We asked how far Guinness was from there, and they said a 1/2 hour walk and we needed a more expensve tour ticket. Only to find out it was much closer and we didn't need them. Unimpressed
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
John European Traveler
Old hotel, expensive, not all that great
The North Star Hotel was in an alright location. The room was old and dated. You had to pay 10 euro for 24 hours of internet. Our room was on the main floor next to a busy street/walkway. The walls are super thin. Just not very impressed for the price we paid compared to the other hotels we stayed at throughout Europe.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
U.S. traveler
Wouldn't recommend
The location is not very good. It's on the north side of the river and I would recommend staying on the south side. The front desk staff was not very helpful. The room was not very clean (the sheets were dirty. The noise from the train is horrible.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anne Whitewood
Adequate
First time in Dublin; picked this hotel the quickest--regret that now. It was adequate. Stayed two days with my adult children. The service was so-so; the front desk was often disinterested in us. The one bright spot was the downstairs concierge... what a great guy! He was instrumental in helping us have a marvelous time in Dublin *outside* our hotel. The location was great, just wished I had researched better.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Loved the hop-on/hop-off buses in Dublin. We chose the red bus--a great and cheap way to get around w/out the hassle of a car or expense of a taxi. The ticket was good for two days!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Lumpy
Good deal for the price
First room was hot & couldnt shut off heat,they were kind enough to change our room to an upgrade.Easy enough to walk to town,but you are on the north side of canal which late at night can be sketchy with kids drinking in the streets,we had no problems.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Kevin
Nice clean hotel with friendly
Nice clean hotel with friendly staff. 15 mins walk to Temple Bar. Handy for main train and bus station. Only problem is the rail line runs along the side of the building and a main road on the other. Despite having double glazing, it was noisey at times.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
