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White Sands Hotel

Property class: 3

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Pub, beach views
Exterior
Beach nearby
Pub, beach views
Daily full breakfast (EUR 20.00 per person)

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Portmarnock, Portmarnock, County Dublin
  • Place, Portmarnock Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Portmarnock Links Course
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Malahide Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Portmarnock

White Sands Hotel places you 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Trinity College and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. This 3-star hotel has 58 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Portmarnock Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Portmarnock Links Course - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Malahide Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Trinity College - 24 min drive - 13.4 miles

Getting around

  • Dublin Portmarnock Station - 4 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duffy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gibney's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Seaview Lounge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jameson Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Siam Thai - ‬4 min drive

About this property

White Sands Hotel

At White Sands Hotel, guests have access to a nightclub, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a business center, a meeting room, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Safes, phones, and desks are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 20 for adults and EUR 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Oasis Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 10 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 12.00 for children
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 10 percent

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • 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, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

White Sands Hotel Portmarnock
White Sands Portmarnock
White Sands Hotel Hotel
White Sands Hotel Portmarnock
White Sands Hotel Hotel Portmarnock

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at White Sands Hotel?

White Sands Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at White Sands Hotel?

As of Apr 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Sands Hotel on Apr 19, 2026 start from $139, including 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 around White Sands Hotel?

This hotel is located in Portmarnock within a short 5-minute walk of Portmarnock Beach. You'll also find Malahide Castle and Malahide Beach within a short drive.

Is there a spa available at White Sands Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does White Sands Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, White Sands Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at White Sands Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does White Sands Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, White Sands Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Oasis Bar and Grill.

Does White Sands Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at White Sands Hotel.

How close is the airport from White Sands Hotel?

The closest major airport to White Sands Hotel is Dublin Airport (DUB), which is 6.7 mi away (23 minutes by car).

White Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 892 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 892 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 892 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 892 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 892 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Manal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was very nice and my stay was relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dallin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding property and excellent hospitality. I will be looking forward to staying here again next time we’re in Dublin.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless, warm and very very comfortable. Meal was very good, staff were all very helpful. Location was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adeola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Got exactly what i paid for. Friendly staff, nice cozy environment right at the door step of a beachfront. Can’t complain really.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ulrike

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niall

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderfu feom check in to check out. This will be my place to stay when I'm in Limerick.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The people was very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niall

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was great. The rooms were nice with heated towels & floor. Nice ocean view. The owners just need to add the dining hours to the website for people getting in late or leaving early.
You have to purchase the breakfast voucher at the front desk
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view - great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

My Number

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was Extremely nice and Friendly, made an effort to make you feel at home !!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

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