The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde

4.0

Good(1,177 Reviews)

Hotel in County Dublin

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsInternet / Wifi, Beachfront or waterfront, Parking and more

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About this hotel

Situated in Bray, 90 metres from Bray Beach, The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a bar. The property is set 800 metres from National Sealife Aquarium, 5.

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Beachfront or waterfront

Map of County Dublin

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Double Room

1 Double • 269 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

1 Double • 322 ft²

Sleeps 3

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Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

1 Double • 269 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View

1 Double • 269 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

1 Double • 215 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde

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4.0

Good(1,177 Reviews)

Hotel in County Dublin

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsInternet / Wifi, Beachfront or waterfront, Parking and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hotel

Amenities

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Beachfront or waterfront

Map of County Dublin

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Double Room

1 Double • 269 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

1 Double • 322 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

1 Double • 269 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View

1 Double • 269 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

1 Double • 215 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

4.0

Good(1,177 Reviews)

100% verified reviews

4.0

May 2024

crap

crap do not like Indian hotels

the whole place

4.0

Feb 2024

Excellent customer service

I was travelling from Sofia to Dublin, a work trip, first time in Ireland.My stay at the strand hotel was very pleasing, I loved how friendly the staff was, especially the receptionist and the waiters at the restaurant. The food was also very delicious, the room was clean. Such a luxurious hotel, I absolutely loved it, but the people's attitude towards us surprised me more, because we were foreigners I expected a more reserved behaviour, all I can say is that irish people are very welcoming from what I saw - the hotel staff, our taxi driver, the people on the street and supermarkets - amazing. I'd 100% be back at Ireland. Wilde’s bar food was exceptionally good.

4.0

Feb 2024

Romantiek aan de kust

Romantische kamer niet groot maar praktisch. Koffie/thee faciliteiten, zitje bij het raam, veel kussens en comfortabel bed. Badkamer; mooie tegels en veel druk op de stortdouche. We hadden kamer 7 happy prins met een uitzicht op Bray en berg en de tuinen van de locals. Historisch pand met mooie plafons en lampen. Sfeervol ingericht restaurant met adembenemend uitzicht op het strand van Bray. Ontbijt van eggs Benedict tot full Irish met hele lekkere koffie. Openbaar vervoer op loopafstand Dart en bus. Hotel heeft diverse restaurants mogelijkheden; pub, takeaway Italiaans en curyleaf. Wandelmogelijkheden helaas was the cliffwalk dicht. Zeer vriendelijk personeel

Misschien voor wat oudere mensen de trappen?

4.0

Feb 2024

Great weekend with family. Best cocktails in bray

On a weekend break with a group of 8 friends and on a Friday afternoon we wandered into the Wildes bar for cocktails and were so glad we did. The staff were great and we loved the fact while waiting for our Limoncello Spritzes, Espresso Martinis, Moscow mule etc they brought us a glass of Prosecco That was a classy touch as cocktails take a long time to prepare. It was not a cheap afternoon but was worth it!!

4.0

Feb 2024

Unless your are 20yrs old or younger, then avoid this noisy youth center

Small rooms but functional enough Frayed towels but at least they were clean

It was ridiculously noisy, the music they played in the downstairs bar thumped throughout the hotel until 11:30pm and then we seemed to have people noisily stumbling back to their rooms through to the early hours of the morning. Really unnecessarily loud for what is meant to be a small boutique hotel

4.0

Feb 2024

Great Staff beautiful stay in bray sea front

Could not fault any of the hotel facilities or staff. They really made our weekend in bray special! Especially Raj at reception - At very short notice he went above and beyond to organise a birthday surprise in the room for my other half. We will definitely be staying again next time we are in bray. Excellent bar, fab food.

4.0

Feb 2024

Lovely staff and friendly staff

Bit quirky and good location

Staircase is difficult for older people. New handrail needed

4.0

Jan 2024

Such potential but let down

Located in a good position within reach of Dublin on th Dart without all the trauma of being within the city. 20 mins dart from the centre

I was charged €10 a night to park my car which added to the cost of the hotel rate. Maintenance was poor. I was here in January it was freezing my room was cold so I told the guy on reception, he said give it half hour and it would be warm. I returned to my room a few hours later, still cold and I reported it again before I went to bed. Morning came still cold, I deduced the radiators needed bleeding, simple job, which even a monkey could do, so I told them the issue before I went out for the day. On my return radiators still cold, no one had been around to fix them. I used my nail scissors to bleed the bathroom radiator but unfortunately couldn't do the main bedroom one. Generally poor maintenance as holes in the wall where poorly filled still with a quick paint over. The guys on reception where clearly out of there league not having any hospitality skills

4.0

Jan 2024

Traumhafte Lage - Leckeres Essen

Die Lage mit Blick aufs Meer und seitlichem Bray Head Blick . Das war wirklich schön. Personal super freundlich!! Das Café Vergnano war der Hammer!! Muscheln 10/10 ! Habe sogar nach einem Löffel gefragt damit ich die restliche Brühe essen kann. Faire Preise ! (Fish and Chips waren auch gut . Könnte aber etwas mehr gesalzen werden) Rest war spitze !

Es war etwas Schade, dass unser gebuchtes Zimmer mit Doppelbett wegen der Dusche nicht beziehbar war und hatten dann ein Zimmer mit 2 zusammen geschobenen Einzelbetten. Das war für eine Nacht auch absolut in Ordnung, aber dennoch Schade.

4.0

Jan 2024

Perfect for couples - Excellent Bar and food service

It’s a beautiful hotel, the staff were lovely, the beds were so comfortable and the breakfast was delicious. I would definitely stay here again.

No lift but I understand it’s protected building.

4.0

Jan 2024

Expensive and facilities poor.

Location was great.

The socket where you put the card to get the light on was broken. The guy at the reception came to fix with sellotape. The tv was another issue as it wasn't connected to the hotel WiFi and had to call the receptionist to fix it. I had to use my own login for Netflix. The room have marking and could do with a fresh paint job. Also the main door is closed after hours and you will need to ring the bell to get it opened. For two hundred euros without breakfast was disappointing. The guy at the reception wanted me to pay parking when parking is free after 7pm and free on Sunday. Gap in the door and could hear the next guest coming in and out of their room. Room is very small and toilet is very tiny.

4.0

Dec 2023

We loved our stay, the service, people and food were all amazing!

The location and view was so beautiful

The bathroom needs more lighting / space and updating

4.0

Nov 2023

Lovely hotel. Car parking charges a rip-off.

Lovely hotel, very comfortable room, great WiFi, friendly helpful staff, good food options - lovely Indian restaurant and pub downstairs, smart coffee bar and bistro upstairs. Lots to like, BUT...

The hotel car park is pay and display. An absolute gold-plated rip-off. I was told I could pay 20 euros to pay and display in the hotel car park, but it would be cheaper to pay to park on the street. How can a (quite expensive) hotel like this, NOT allow guests to park without charging them. Having to keep going out to pay the meter (on street) was a massive pain in the butt. NOT what you expect in a hotel of this quality. For this reason alone (because everything else was great) I would not stay here again. I don't like being gouged.

4.0

Oct 2023

Nice room with beautiful view but I would never stay there again!!!

Good

Unfriendly service and rising the prices for cigarettes. The room was very cold 🥶.

4.0

Oct 2023

Great beachside location

Great location, staff were lovely. Had a few drinks in the bar, very warm and comfortable. Has a good menu, but we chose to eat in the curry leaf restaurant the back. It was very tasty food, but the lamb was a little scarse in my husband's dish, although he said it had excellent flavour. Breakfast the following morning was generous and delicious, and I could not fault it.

4.0

Oct 2023

Dissapointing

Location

Box room sea view no heating lot of communication errors as non Irish run hotel bar about 3 people food wrong orders didn’t know what pint of bulmers was parking onsite for about 4 cars not good experience would not return

4.0

Oct 2023

Passable

L’emplacement est très bien et la chambre très propre

Le manque de chauffage et la qualité du petit déjeuner

4.0

Oct 2023

The bedroom was a long way up from the road.

The hotel has a lot of character. Room was clean and well equipped and the bed was comfortable. Extensive choice of beer in the bar and a varied bar menu.

The narrow, steep stairs to the top floor rooms. Breakfast seemed inordinately expensive at around 20€ for a bowl of porridge, two slices of toast, a cup of coffee and an orange juice.

4.0

Oct 2023

I would pick a different place. I couldn't sleep. The decor was lovely.

The heat was broken in our room. They did bring a space heater. The hot water was warm. The bar/club downstairs was loud and the bass could be felt in the room.

Tiny bathroom, heat not working, hot water was only warm. They tried to fix everything but we ended up with a space heater.

4.0

Oct 2023

Excellent service and staff

Location and very helpful and friendly staff

4.0

Jul 2023

The hotel, staff and location were excellent. I look forward to coming again.

The room was very good. The staff also were excellent. Location in Bray could not be better.

I was a bit confused regarding the pub on the ground floor and its relation to the hotel. It was not of the same standard as the rest of the hotel (although the staff were excellent). We had a drink there because I didn't realise that there was a bar on the first floor. Also there was confusion in my head regarding the restaurant menu: where it was served. I thought meals were only served in the pub, which was not very inviting. Perhaps this should be made clearer on check-in. Or perhaps I misunderstood when I arrived. Otherwise very happy.

4.0

Jul 2023

Raj and staff go above and beyond to ensure an excellent stay every time.

Location, ambiance, staff, boutique hotel

Nothing.

4.0

Jul 2023

Very good

The room was quirky,spotless clean big massive towels included bathrobes and there was Netflix provided as TV had no channels the staff in bar and checkout were really pleasant and friendly.omg the food in bar was sooooo good and shower was roasting hot

The hotel could do with a fresh lick of paint outside and in the carpet down to bar was a bit worn the mirror in bedroom was rusty. Went to breakfast taught the food would have been as good but was disappointed rashers were cooked but cold as were mushrooms and pudding was cooked in deep fat fryer not good and was no offer of juice,water or cereal or more toast .

4.0

Jul 2023

Room size

Very helpful staff.

The room was probably the smallest we have ever stayed in. We travel extensively and have done so for 40 years plus so that is quite a statement. There is also no lift and very little parking

4.0

Jul 2023

Superb

Location perfect across the road from the promenade

Breakfast v expensive

4.0

Jul 2023

Enjoyedmystay

Greatlocation Fantasticservice

Stairs Nolift

4.0

Jul 2023

Location great, but price was to high for size of room and definitely not the sea view described

Location was great

It was described as a sea view room well I had to sit in the bathroom entrance to look at the sea, not value for What we paid for the room that’s for sure

4.0

Jul 2023

Exceptional

Bray is amazing place to have a good rest. This hotel looks quite unique for this local area. Blue walls and blue chair, nice to have little sea view from window as well. We liked this place. Top scores 🙌

4.0

Jun 2023

We abandoned our booking after one night

Nothing

Room was too small and the stairs are very difficult

4.0

Jun 2023

Exceptional

Everything you needed was at this hotel. Walk across the street for the ocean.

Nothing opens in the entire area until 8 or 830...I wake up at 4am so 8 am is not early. But that seems to be the norm here in Ireland.

4.0

May 2023

Me, myself and I

Located by the sea

Breakfast should be earlier to accommodate guests leaving early..it was 8.15am but should be 7am.

4.0

May 2023

Invest in more staff & do one thing very well rather than several very poorly

Food in Indian restaurant was ok

Lack of staff, music playing late on Saturday night

4.0

May 2023

nice little hotel.

location. food

tv didn’t work. bedroom wall needs painting

4.0

May 2023

A fantastic couple of days in a great hotel!

The Strand was excellent from start to finish. The welcome we received on arrival, the help we received from everybody went beyond what you’d expect at a hotel! Breakfast was superb and the coffee brilliant. The staff were so good, even giving our friends a lift to the Dart station when their taxi didn’t turn up!

Nothing

4.0

May 2023

Pleasant but nothing special

Reception staff was very nice. Breakfast (not included in price) was very good.

Room was on the small side. Room wasn't cleaned in the morning or afternoon. Room was on a pretty high floor. People should request lower floor if that's important to them.

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in County Dublin?

The average price for a rental in County Dublin is $166 per night. This rental is $43 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, balcony or patio, and tv.

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The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde

Hotel in County Dublin

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of County Dublin

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Double Room

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde

Hotel in County Dublin

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of County Dublin

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Double Room

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in County Dublin?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?

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