The Hendrick Smithfield

I had such a wonderful stay! From the moment I arrived, the service exceeded my expectations. A special shout-out to Karishma, who was incredibly nice, patient, and kind throughout my stay. She truly went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. All the staff members were just as welcoming and friendly. Every interaction felt warm and genuine, which made my stay even more enjoyable. The hotel itself was comfortable and well-kept, but the service is what truly stood out. Highly recommended — I’d definitely stay here again!

I had a great stay at the Hendrick Smithfield. The hotel itself provided everything I needed and wanted. It was about a 20-30 odd minute walk into the city for those happy to walk, but close to the Luas. The hotel had good Wi-Fi (and could cast to the TV easily!), hairdryer, lovely complimentary shampoo, conditioner and shower gel, big comfy bed, and clean room and bathroom. There was a kiosk with snacks at the bar which was handy after getting back to the hotel after all restaurants and shops had closed on a Sunday night. Others had noted in reviews that the rooms were small but as a solo traveler that didn't bother me. Check in was done online before arriving so it was quick picking up my key. Check out they just have a drop box for keys if no one is there. The only little things I'd wished were different were that I'd brought earplugs due to the occasional noisy person or slamming door late at night. I did appreciate that the blinds were great at keeping the light out, so I had no sense of what time it was when I woke up! The room was quite warm but I didn't mess with the AC settings but maybe I should have. The breakfast options were OK (cold meats/cheeses, pastries, toast, tea/coffee, cereal, juice) but a bit limited compared to getting a proper breakfast out. I didn't see any dairy alternative milk so I was glad I'd opted to not have it included and only tried it the once as there's great breakfast places close by (shout out to Third Space). I would happily stay at the Hendrick again and recommend it.

Nice and comfortable hotel in a decent location. Staff were always very proactive and friendly throughout the stay. We had some issues with the electronics in our room overnight and all 3 guests found that only some devices charged via the outlet / USB overnight. There were dance classes held during our stay in the weekend in the main area which is a nice touch, but it took up pretty much the entire cafe / bar area and made it hard to relax there in the evening or afternoon for a drink / recharge, which made it feel like the hotel guests came second.

We had some problems with our room but the staff were very helpful and fixed it instantly! Everyone is really friendly and happy, there are also lots of activities in the lobby. The breakfast is good but the pastries were always a bit burned. Overall I would definitely recommend the hotel it’s a cheap and good hostel!

This is the 2nd year in a row I have stayed at the Hendrick’s after a work Xmas party and I have to say, the staff were fantastic. They made every effort to make us feel welcome and catered for. Special shout out to Patrick who ensured the troops were looked after at breakfast time! Thanks a mill to all 🙌🏼

The Hendrick is on a par with other self check-in hotels. It's very clean and, while basic, it's fine for city stays. The staff were friendly and helpful and were right out front, unlike other budget hotels where you are actively encouraged not to deal directly with them. I can't speak for all the rooms, but ours was very small, although clean and adequate. Most importantly, the bathroom was a good size and had plenty of fluffy towels. Clothes storage is in the form of a couple of hanging rails which are convenient and more than adequate, but they do make the room look untidy. One minor thing was that the only sockets in our room were on the opposite wall to the bed and there were no USB outlets, which is surprising in such a new building. While the bathroom was fine with good pressure in the shower, it was a bit worn, with a broken hinge on the cupboard, a shower door that refused to stay on the tracks and a partially blocked washbasin. I don't know what it is, but I've stayed in 5 hotels in 5 weeks and 3 of them had blocked washbasins - room 106 in this case. The beds were comfortable and we slept well, perhaps because the well-carpeted corridors were quiet. The artwork in the public areas is very good and seems to have been carefully chosen, which is much nicer than the bland generic copies you usually find in chain hotels. I've never previously wanted to check out the artwork in a hotel whose rates I could afford! The lobby area had an excellent atmosphere when we were there with other guests playing guitar and there are USB charge points here. Breakfast is also served here, but while at €13 it's not expensive, it's pretty basic. The location is very convenient, with an excellent selection of bars, reasonably-priced restaurants and a good cinema. It's only a 5-minute walk from the tram and another 15 minutes to the centre of town. However this part of town is only gradually being gentrified and, while I'm not generally a fan of gentrification, this area really needed it. This means that, while it's an interesting spot, tourists would be advised to keep their wits about them at night and keep to well-lighted areas.

We stayed at this hotel in April 2024, and even almost two years later we still look back on our experience with a big smile. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and had a great bar. The location was perfect for exploring Dublin as well. During our stay, I was on crutches due to an injury just a few days before our trip, and I wasn’t able to arrange a wheelchair myself. That’s why we want to give a special thank you to Prafull D.S. He did absolutely everything he could to provide a wheelchair for me and was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout. His dedication truly made our stay so much easier and more enjoyable. Highly recommended — thanks to the hotel and especially to Prafull!

Yes, rooms are small but very well equipped. Location is great. 15 minute walk to Temple Bar. Area is quiet and cute pubs with more of a local feel. Would definitely stay here again.