The Strand Hotel - Bray

3.5 star property
Ocean-view hotel with a bar/lounge, near Bray Beach

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Cafe
Terrace/patio
Exterior
The Selfish Giant | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Cafe
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
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  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
73 Strand Rd, Bray, County Wicklow
  • Popular LocationBray Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationKillruddery House and Gardens5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarlay Park15 min drive

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Room options

The Garden Of Gros

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

The Duchess Of Padua

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

The Selfish Giant

  • 183 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

The Young King

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Private Bathroom, Sea View

  • 236 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

The Happy Prince

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Lady Windermere's Fan

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Impressions Of America

  • 172 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

The Picture of Dorian Gray

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

The Devoted Friend

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bray

Bray Beach is a short stroll from The Strand Hotel - Bray, and other popular attractions like Powerscourt Estate are within a 15-minute drive. This 10-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Bray Beach - 2 min walk
  • Killruddery House and Gardens - 5 min drive
  • Powerscourt Estate - 11 min drive
  • Marlay Park - 15 min drive
  • Dublin Port - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherrywood Station - 9 min drive
  • Bray Station - 10 min walk
  • The nearest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB): 44-min drive, 29.6 mi/47.6 km.

Restaurants

  • Catalyst Coffee - Beach - 9 min walk
  • Platform Pizza Bar - 9 min walk
  • Finnbees Coffee House - 6 min walk
  • Cafe Vergnano 1882 - 2 min walk
  • Butler & Barry - 6 min walk

About this property

The Strand Hotel - Bray

Ocean-view hotel with a bar/lounge, near Bray Beach
Guests of The Strand Hotel - Bray enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. If you drive, self parking is EUR 10 per night, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 125 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a fireplace in the lobby, an ATM, and a reception hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, safes, and ironing boards.

Languages

English, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (EUR 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 20 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 50
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 50 for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 50

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 200 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 20.00 for adults and EUR 15.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 125 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 1 (one-way), (from 1 to 18 years old)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 50 for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 50 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Strand Hotel former Home Oscar Wilde Caffe Vergnano 1882 Bray
Strand Hotel former Home Oscar Wilde Caffe Vergnano 1882
Strand former Home Oscar Wilde Caffe Vergnano 1882 Bray
Strand former Home Oscar Wilde Caffe Vergnano 1882
Strand Hotel former Home Oscar Wilde Caffe Vergnano 1882 Bray
Strand Hotel former Home Oscar Wilde Caffe Vergnano 1882
Strand former Home Oscar Wilde Caffe Vergnano 1882 Bray
Strand Hotel former Home Oscar Wilde Caffe Vergnano 1882 Bray
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Strand Hotel - Bray?

The Strand Hotel - Bray provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Strand Hotel - Bray?

As of May 10, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Strand Hotel - Bray on May 13, 2024 start from $158.87, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see close to The Strand Hotel - Bray?

This hotel in Bray is within a 10-minute walk of Bray Beach and SEA LIFE Bray Aquarium. You'll also find Killruddery House and Gardens and Bray Head within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Strand Hotel - Bray?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 10 per night with in/out privileges.

Does The Strand Hotel - Bray feature a casino at the property?

No, The Strand Hotel - Bray doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Strand Hotel - Bray?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Strand Hotel - Bray good for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a bar, a restaurant, and private dining.

Are there hot tubs at The Strand Hotel - Bray?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Strand Hotel - Bray have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Strand Hotel - Bray serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Strand Hotel - Bray allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Strand Hotel - Bray though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Strand Hotel - Bray?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Strand Hotel - Bray?

The closest major airport to The Strand Hotel - Bray is Dublin Airport (DUB), which is 29.6 mi away (44 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Strand Hotel - Bray?

No, at The Strand Hotel - Bray, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Strand Hotel - Bray Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 172 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 172 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 172 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 172 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 172 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Moheb

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Des

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Bill

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great apartment
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sinead

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and view and food in both the bar and the Indian restaurant was great. Breakfast in the cafe was perfect and coffee was the best. Rooms very comfortable with great bed. All staff were really helpful and approachable. Would recommend for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023