The Westbury

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The Westbury

Hotel · Ballsbridge

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Balfe St, Dublin 2, D02 CH66, Ireland

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Elegant rooms, chic cocktail bar, polished restaurant, and brasserie.  

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24 Best Hotels in Dublin

"From the second you walk into The Westbury in Dublin and up the grand, bifurcated staircase, it’s hard not to be impressed. Settle into one of The Gallery's plush armchairs for afternoon tea, grab a seat in The Sidecar for a perfect martini, or book a table at WILDE, an impeccable restaurant with a luxurious 1930s feel, for a full meal. Upstairs, the rooms and suites are light-filled and tranquil, with large bathtubs and Irish art; beds are dressed in crisp Lissadell linens and sumptuous Blanc d'Ivoire throws, and bathrooms have marble and heated floors. (If you're really looking to go all out, splurge on the Presidential Suite, a penthouse with its own bar and a huge bathroom—complete with a private sauna and steam room.) The Westbury is a classic city meeting place, and it's ideal for a special occasion—you’ll find guests celebrating big birthdays, anniversaries, and other milestones. In December, The Gallery is filled with folks taking a break from Christmas shopping on Grafton Street. This is unbridled Irish luxury at its finest, and the service is always exemplary." - Nicola Brady

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The Westbury

"How did it strike you on arrival?From the second you walk into The Westbury and up the grand, bifurcated staircase, it’s hard not to be impressed. Settle into one of The Gallery's plush armchairs for afternoon tea; grab a seat in The Sidecar for a perfect martini; or book a table at WILDE, an impeccable restaurant with a luxurious 1930s feel, for a full meal. Upstairs, the rooms and suites are light-filled and tranquil, with large bathtubs and Irish art. You’ll feel a strong, welcoming vibe at every turn—the staff here is endearingly helpful. Nice. What’s the crowd like?The Westbury is a classic Dublin meeting place, and it's ideal for a special occasion—you’ll find guests celebrating big birthdays, anniversaries, and other milestones. In December, The Gallery is filled with folks taking a break from Christmas shopping on Grafton Street. The good stuff: Tell us about your room.Every room category feels luxurious here; beds are dressed in crisp Lissadell linens and sumptuous Blanc d'Ivoire throws, rooms have plush armchairs, bathrooms have marble and heated floors, and some suites have four-poster beds. If you're really looking to go all out, splurge on the Presidential Suite, a penthouse with its own bar and a huge bathroom—complete with a private sauna and steam room. How about the little things, like shower goodies. Anything of note?The Aromatherapy Associates toiletries are heavenly—perfect for filling the tub, emptying a bottle under the faucet, and leaning back with a glass of wine. If you’re in a suite, you might find a TV by the bath, too. Feel no guilt about switching it on—after all, you're on vacation. Room service and food: Worth it?Yes; the steak sandwich—with springy herbed focaccia, onion marmalade, horseradish, arugula, and a side of fries—is an absolute dream. Staff: If you could award one a trophy, who gets it, and why?Guest relations manager Joseph Dowling has an uncanny memory; he recognizes anyone who has ever stayed in the hotel, as well as any conversations they shared. He also possesses an encyclopedic knowledge of Dublin—ask him for recommendations, and you won't be disappointed. Anything stand out about other services and features? Whatever stuck with you.Parking: Valet parking is €25 ($29) a day. Restaurant: Be sure to grab a meal at WILDE and a G&T at The Sidecar. Bottom line: worth it, and why?There’s a reason Dubliners love The Westbury—this is unbridled Irish luxury at its finest, and the service is always exemplary." - Nicola Brady

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Our Readers' Favorite Hotels in Dublin of 2023

"Part of the Irish-owned Doyle Collection, this five-star property couldn’t have a more prime location: The Westbury is located just off busy Grafton Street, and a short walk from Trinity College and St. Stephen’s Green. Our readers were knocked out by the superb service. “Unbelievably kind and memorable team members are always willing to go that extra mile for guests,” wrote one traveler. “The friendly staff get to know you very quickly. A reservation at an exclusive restaurant was made possible for us by the concierge.”" - Travel + Leisure Editors

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The Best Hotels in Ireland: 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards

"From the second you walk into The Westbury in Dublin and up the grand, bifurcated staircase, it’s hard not to be impressed. Settle into one of The Gallery's plush armchairs for afternoon tea, grab a seat in The Sidecar for a perfect martini, or book a table at WILDE, an impeccable restaurant with a luxurious 1930s feel, for a full meal. Upstairs, the rooms and suites are light-filled and tranquil, with large bathtubs and Irish art; beds are dressed in crisp Lissadell linens and sumptuous Blanc d'Ivoire throws, and bathrooms have marble and heated floors. (If you're really looking to go all out, splurge on the Presidential Suite, a penthouse with its own bar and a huge bathroom—complete with a private sauna and steam room.) The Westbury is a classic city meeting place, and it's ideal for a special occasion—you’ll find guests celebrating big birthdays, anniversaries, and other milestones. In December, The Gallery is filled with folks taking a break from Christmas shopping on Grafton Street. This is unbridled Irish luxury at its finest, and the service is always exemplary." - CNT Editors, Nicholas DeRenzo

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Sarah Connolly

Google
Stayed here recently for my Birthday and upgraded to a terrace suite... which was such a great idea. The hotel itself is stunning, staff are incredible and on hand for assistance in anything you could want/ need. The room was incredibly spacious with a huge comfortable bed, seating area and large bathroom. The only down side was, I only stayed one night!! I live in Dublin and this was a real treat but so worth it! I'll be back!

galdaldoc

Google
We stayed for 7 nights and it was a wonderful experience. The staff, accommodations, service were excellent. The breakfast was sumptuous with both continental and made to order options available. The food was fresh and abundant. The room was large, comfortable and the beds were sleep inducing. I very highly recommend staying here. The location is terrific - within walking distance of many attractions. Staff is very helpful, friendly and accommodating.

193iane

Google
We didn’t stay overnight just popped in for a cheeky glass of wine. Beautiful place with excellent staff and a very good selection of wines by the glass. We ended up staying for dinner. |Lovely food and atmosphere well worth a visit. We had mussels and a beautiful seafood salad. We left very satisfied.

C6588LZdanam

Google
I come to Ireland once a year and usually stay at the Westbury for a couple of nights. It’s in a great location and has valet parking and good food. But after my most recent visit I would not stay there again. I booked a King room through Amex Platinum and asked for a rollaway bed as a king sized bed isn’t big enough for two adults and two kids. No one notified me that the room was too small for a rollaway bed so I didn’t know until we walked into our room. It took multiple calls and visits to reception, eating up precious vacation hours and straining the patience of exhausted parents and kids, to find out the hotel would do absolutely nothing to help. They offered an adjoining room for zero discount (so it would cost me double) or a suite that was also double the price. If they had reduced it by even €50 as a sign of goodwill I would have paid it but they stubbornly refused to be of any help. Honestly with Amex platinum I’m entitled to a free upgrade anyway which they wouldn’t honor. So we had a horrific nights sleep with 4 people in one bed, all waking up grumpy and exhausted and extremely eager to check out. We walked down the halls of the hotel with our luggage, noticing an extremely strong smell of mildew which the staff were covering with perfume. Awful. There are so many better hotels of the same standard and pricing - the Conrad is way better in terms of service, size of the rooms and general attitude of the staff.

934kimberlyo

Google
Its a very well located hotel with generally lovely staff and good breakfasts. The concierges were super helpful in helping us find good meals too! On the other hand, its a rather old feeling facility that doesn't feel fully clean, like there were dirty trays in the hallway, old drab carpet in rooms, the AC was noisy and not fully up to modern times and the bathrooms are old and not that functional. It had that feel of a hotel that used to be grand but feels a little run down now.

Caryn Isabelle

Google
An amazing beautiful and high end hotel. We got in pretty early on our flight. They were able to get us a room right away and even upgraded us. The suite was lovely, especially after a very long flight. I was sad to only spend one night, but I made sure to enjoy the bathtub that had a TV! The breakfast was very good, and they were able to serve us quickly so we could make our early morning walking tour. We had a small bite during tea the next day while waiting for our ride to the airport, but the service was not as good. Luckily, we were in not as much of a hurry.

harish malavade

Google
Location is great, the hotel lobby is good but experience not so good. While the staff at hotel is really nice and great luxury lobby but rooms are pretty old, I also had issues with ac not working and room service took lot of time to deliver water. It’s been 3 days since I checked out still waiting for the receipt usually hotels like Marriott’s just send them out immediately after checkouts you must try the complimentary short breads at the room though, they are very yummy. They were my go to with coffee in the morning. Breakfast here is super expensive and not so great. 36 euro for a simple egg white omelet 18 euro a egg is expensive no matter how rich you are

snowflak

Google
Everything about this wonderful Luxury hotel was perfect. The room was clean and spacious. The service was impeccable from checkin to checkout in all areas of the hotel. The staff was very helpful, warm and friendly. The location of the hotel is perfect just off Grafton Street and walking distance to many attractions. Breakfast every morning was delicious and there was never a wait. I would highly recommend this hotel for the discerning traveler.
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Emily F.

Yelp
Absolutely gorgeous hotel in a convenient location. Beautiful, clean, comfortable rooms, friendly staff, etc. Would highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Dublin.
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Miranda L.

Yelp
The Westbury Hotel was such a disappointment. The hotel is a five star hotel near Grafton Street in Dublin. The outside and entry areas are beautiful! They have truly married the aesthetic of preserving historic accents to modern finishes. Our group had (1) king room and (1) double room. We checked in at 1pm and the double room was ready; king room was ready shortly after. Overall the rooms were pretty, bedding was extremely comfortable, and they go above and beyond to give guests products, robes, slippers, etc. Why the two stars? Our double room was not in a five star condition. We found dirt and contact lenses on the floor, my sheets had makeup all over them, we found dust and a bug crawling on our phone, and our room was at the end of the hallway around a corner between a fire exit door and service cart that we were told would be left there all night. When we called down to tell staff, they said we should look to book another room type in the future as the double rooms are always in this part of the hotel. Excuse me? Multiple people had mentioned to us how much we will love the Westbury as it is a top notch hotel experience but somehow we didn't get to have that.
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Connie H.

Yelp
Lovely hotel at the center of the shopping district- King sized beds, a/c and personal slippers and robes. Good quality products as well.
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Kat T.

Yelp
The hotel was extremely comfortable and staff very gracious and friendly. Breakfast in morning was best we encountered in Ireland. Great central location for wandering around. Close to Trinity College. I wouldn't hesitate staying there again.

David D.

Yelp
Great location, very nice staff...but very loud. Music plays until 2am every night. You won't sleep.
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Fairy T.

Yelp
It was a bittersweet afternoon of tea and nibbles at the Westbury, my last afternoon in Dublin before I headed home the next day. I spent the afternoon staring out the window and being greeted by a warm and kind French waiter with a set of beautiful blue eyes and dark curly hair. His name eludes me now but his kindness left an imprint on my heart. He was so gracious, checking on me and bringing me numerous pots of hot tea. Little did he know, I was under the weather at this last tea time but I gathered the last of my energy to attend this farewell tea time. The bites were very flavorful and I took my time to enjoy each and every bite. My first tea was the Peach Oolong, which did not please my fading palate. Next I chose a Chai tea and then concluded with a sparking tea cocktail. By my last pot, I was too full to enjoy my desserts, so I took them back to my hotel for later...which turned into breakfast the next day. On an entirely separate note, upon arrival to make my tea reservation several days prior, I had a sense of deja vu - I had been here before in another life. My final tea time did not disappoint and if I'm ever in Dublin again (this life or the next) I'll certainly be back for another high tea by the window.
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Caroline V.

Yelp
Great service, beautiful decoration, delicious food! My stay at Westbury was a highlight of my trip!
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Shawn A.

Yelp
The location is just perfect! You walk right into Crafton street and in the middle of action. Can't go wrong and never be board! The hotel has an impressive lobby, decor, and variety of bars and restaurants indoor and outdoor sitting. Plenty of workers to assist the guests with their basic needs. Chandeliers are abundant and make the place feel and look fancy and absolutely a 4-5 start hotel. I have stayed here for business 4-5 times and have had variety rooms ranging from a single, to a queen, and even an upgraded suite. I've found the beddings and large pillows very soft and comfortable. The bathrooms are tight and not easy to use comfortably as compared to US top hotels. But again the property is old and we all know Dublin is a tightly spaced city! The breakfast quality is very good. Continental or made to order selections are wonderful plus a full table service. The biggest disappointments for me are the smallest little gym that is around specially for such top end hotel. And only open at 7am. Which is really too late for the business travelers. I had to beg them to let me in early and they made some exceptions but I found it very annoying. The other option was to go across the street and pay €10 per visit!! Finally, the cost of the hotel per night is very pricey.

Shauna J.

Yelp
This hotel does not allow any outside food inside of their premises. If you bring any inside, you must go to your room and eat on a bed. My son was asked to leave a sitting area with his family because he had food from a different venue. The gym, although isolated cannot be accessed after 8 PM. The rules of this hotel are nonsensical and has made for some frustration and embarrassment.
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Rebecca C.

Yelp
Had the most exceptional stay at The Westbury. We had informed the hotel that we would be arriving around 12pm and they promised to do their best to have our room ready for us. Check in wasn't until 3 but we were happy to hear that our room was ready at 12pm when we arrived! The room was clean, spacious and very updated. Our room had robes, slippers, and a very nice size TV and closet. We were brought champagne to our room for our anniversary which was lovely, as well as some desserts. They put rose petals all over our bed and I love the extra details they do for turn down service. I'm a sucker for a nice chocolate on the pillow and every night there was a delicious chocolate treat. The service was amazing, the location was second to none and overall it was worth every penny. We will definitely be back!
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Tania A.

Yelp
Best afternoon tea in the area! The rooms are decent but the real attraction is location, amenities, restaurants and surrounding area! Friendly staff too!

Joanna H.

Yelp
Not sure I would recommend staying here. For a "Leading Hotel of the World," they have a ways to go. The room was dated and can't compare with The Shelbourne down the street. Service at the Balfe downstairs was very disappointing. They couldn't find our reservation (ultimately they did and offered an apology), we waited over an hour for our soup course and another hour for our mains with no update as to delay. Tons of servers and restaurant nearly empty (maybe 5 tables seated). Requested room service at 7:45 am, but they knocked on the door at 7:10. Called for someone to help with bags at checkout and waited 20 min. Carpet in room was stained in many spots, Phone connection (to ask for luggage help) was so static-y we could barely hear each other. Noticed there was pastry crumb in the phone receiver. Room was quite hot and air conditioning inadequate. Having spent time recently at the lovely Shelbourne a few blocks away, it's a no brainer.
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Jules T.

Yelp
This was my worst hotel experience ever! After a 6 hour flight. I arrived at 5:10am to check in. Only to be told no rooms were clean and ready for my arrival. Booked in advance on their website, also letting them know of my early check in. So I waited, had a nice breakfast & tea (great breakfast Watched the sun rise because I had to wait a full 4.5 hours to have a room cleaned and available! Didn't get into the room till 9:30am. This is totally unreasonable. No, thank you.
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Michael K.

Yelp
My wife and I stayed here in late October for three nights at the end of our week in Ireland. We enjoyed our stay but didn't feel like the high room rate we were charged was justified. Service at times was great but other times lacking. One evening the AC in our room failed. Our call down to the desk was promptly answered with someone coming up to check for user error within minutes even though it was after 11pm. When it was determined that it couldn't be fixed until the next day, they offered to bring us fans to cool off which was much appreciated. Two thumbs up. When we arrived via taxi late in the afternoon, there was no one available to assist with our bags nor anyone at all. We were not initially uncertain which was the main entrance as the hotel is tucked into a corner. Also, someone was at our door just ten minutes after check-in for evening turndown service. We asked if they could return in 10 minutes as we were heading out for dinner. After returning an hour and a half later, we discovered we were skipped. Fortunately we found someone in the other hallway and redirected them. The room itself was in good condition and comfortable. Although being just a half block off Grafton St and there being road works close by, our room was quiet. Breakfast every morning was yummy but then again service was good one morning and lacking the next. The hotel does not have a pool if that is important to you but instead gives you a letter to use one in a nearby fitness center. Not conducive to visiting in your robe and slippers. The hotel's beautiful and spacious lobby has been transformed into a restaurant. There really is no public space downstairs although they did say we could sit in the restaurant area even without ordering. The Westbury has a great location but I feel they could do better based on their room rates.
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liesl l.

Yelp
Our management team recently stayed at the Westbury hotel and couldn't have been more pleased. Super friendly service and a fantastic location we highly recommend it!

Jolene G.

Yelp
For the cost this hotel is not worth it. The bathroom is inadequate with a very dangerous bath tub. I don't recommend it.
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Melissa L.

Yelp
A posh hotel right off of the best shopping area of Dublin, Grafton Street. Hotel was great about arranging car service from airport (we got in very late in the evening). Upon arrival, check-in was smooth. After traveling for hours, we saw that the bar was still open and wanted to get a bite & drink before heading to bed. However, when we attempted to flag a server, they said they would get our order and never returned. After waiting around for 10 minutes, we got the hint. Headed up to the room to order room service. We were booked in a suite and its Huge. Large living room & bedroom. The bathroom was smaller than expected with only a single sink. Room had a fancy Nespresso (I have one at home, but this one took me a little longer to figure out how to use). There's a stocked minibar, if you need a snack while waiting for room service. The sandwich from room service was delicious. The best part of this hotel is the convenience to the shopping, restaurants, etc.
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Lynn S.

Yelp
Staff here were so nice... authentically nice. Went out of there way to be accommodating. I felt genuinely welcome and taken care of in a new country.
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Mark D.

Yelp
We were in Dublin for a business trip and my colleague recommended Wilde restaurant which is at the Westbury. First of all, the setting is amazing, with floral decorations that are elegant and fanciful, which really sets the mood. You could tell the wait staff were very well trained. Alexander was very professional and called us by our first names which was a nice touch which I hadn't experienced for a long time. The food was equally as good. I had the roasted beetroot to start follow by the duck which was to die for. We had spicy Margaritas which were very well balanced and hit the spot (probably the best I've tasted). The total cost of the meal was 110 euro which included a 3 course meal, glass of wine, cocktail and tip which I think was money well spent for the quality of the food and the experience at the Westbury. We will be visiting again when we are back in Dublin.
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Patty R.

Yelp
If you are looking for a great location within walking distance to Temple Bar, shopping, Trinity College, and so on - this is the spot. My husband and I had a great visit, and as part of a large group arriving over the course of 2 days, and the check-in process was smooth as could be. The staff were friendly, everyone from the door man who greeted our arriving van, to the housekeepers, front desk, and bell staff, all were welcoming and eager to assist. The room was superb. All areas were clean, and the bathroom, as well, was spotless. It was very spacious, too. The amenities were all of good quality, as were towels, sheets, etc. We didn't want for anything. The breakfast each morning was delightful. We enjoyed the buffet of continental items, and were glad to have the opportunity to try the Irish Breakfast of blood sausages, bacon, eggs, and all the fixings. Tasty! We felt badly for the front desk staff who were seen being "chastised" on two occasions, by arriving guests (early AM arrivals) when no clean, vacant rooms were available. It was a shame that guests took their frustration out on the poor employees. Guests should make themselves aware of check in and check out times to ensure availability - or one can always rent the room for the night before to ensure it's ready on arrival. We really enjoyed ourselves, overall, and would definitely return here.
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Nan F.

Yelp
The location can't be beat. It's literally on Grafton St. The service was good. A long line to check in but I didn't mind after I saw the yummy chocolates they leave in your room in the afternoon. The restaurant was a little pretentious except for one waitress that made us laugh and didn't take life too seriously, just my kind of people. The lounge is fun. Music. Great whiskey. Great ambiance. Room was spacious. But the bathroom was not. I chose a king size bed kind of room. The gym was awful. That's the picture. If you want something better you can walk a few blocks but guests of the hotel still have to pay. I won't choose this hotel if I go back to Dublin. I'll try the Shelbourne. We went there for tea and service was much better. Still a little pretentious. Or maybe I'm too.... what would be the word?
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Kaitlin M.

Yelp
The Westbury is luxurious, beautiful, and optimally located; could easily walk anywhere. Nestled in the heart of Dublin, surrounded by great attractions, delicious food, and charming scenery. The staff were super friendly and helpful. The concierge booked a couple tours and gave us great restaurant recommendations. Beautiful, modern, and perfectly located.
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Maria C.

Yelp
Fantastic tea! Tasty sandwiches, scones and champagne. They even have vegan and gluten free options. Great view of Grafton St and the Beautiful Christmas lights. Exceptional service just a perfectly lovely afternoon in Dublin.
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WW T.

Yelp
Excellent service and the hotel accommodations were very nice. The breakfast was great at the Wild Restaurant and overall the hotel staff went out of their way to make it a great stay. Very expensive so be prepared to pay for the 5 star service.
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Stephanie D.

Yelp
Our stay was amazing. Go to their bar, Side Car, for an after dinner drink. The bartenders are amazing! I asked for a New York Sour, which wasn't on their menu, but they still made an amazing drink. The staff here is top notch. The beds are super comfortable and the location is great. 20 minute walk to Guinness and 5-10 for local attractions. After spending the night at Side Car, the breakfast is clutch.
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Jasper B.

Yelp
What an absolute piece of shit. The staff were exceptionally unhelpful and obstructing, completely inflexible, and demeaning. I hate this place and these people with a passion. I arrived early in the morning to meet my family who had already checked in the day before. I had no way to reach them, and the hotel staff refused to contact them because they "hadn't heard I would be arriving." My passport shows we have the same last name! I was them n made to wait in the lobby for two hours until their wake up call when the staff called. The managed told me I should "feel lucky" that I was allowed to stay in the lobby. As I said previously : an absolute pice of shit
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Kirsten K.

Yelp
Love this hotel. It's right in the heart of downtown Dublin, lots of great shopping and food in walking distance. The food in the hotel is AMAZING!!! Love the breakfast buffet and the fresh backed bread and everything else is very tasty and healthy! I could taste the freshness!!!

Philip B.

Yelp
Great location. Upper class hotel. Lovely rooms , comfy beds. Fabulous breakfast Great Bar. Staff are very efficient and courteous If your on a budget this is Not the hotel for you, but if you want to treat yourself,your in the right place. Close to everything nearby Thank you to Laura Fontana who looked after me
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Gemma C.

Yelp
This place is pricey as hell, we're talking 9 blips for a glass of vino pricey, but it's also so lovely to sit in for a drink. The big foyer upstairs is massive and calm, the staff are attentive and on the ball and you always get a spicy, nutty mix to nibble on with your bevvys. It's a nice little escape from the bustling bars in that area and they have a full and yummy looking range of cocktails for anyone who is particularly thirsty. Oh, and Winter is the perfect time to visit, as they have a cosy roaring fire to sit next to - always a plus.
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Kelly S.

Yelp
Such a lovely hotel and amazing amazing service and cocktails! Giacomo made the loveliest drinks for everyone at the bar. I'm so impressed, really special ! yum!
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Sharon S.

Yelp
Review is based on the bar, not stayed here as a guest. As you enter the hotel, the staff are on point to welcome you and help you with directions. Wanting just a drink, we made our way to their marble bar and again, greeting was all very professional and polite. Within a minute we were offered seats directly at the bar, perfect given it was just the one drink. Drinks are of the finest ingredients, with high end mixologist doing her thing. I really enjoy this bar as a sit back, relax after some shopping up/down Grafton Street. Cause you know what, sometimes it really is nice to be in a well refined place and yes, it's pricey but it's the nice experience you're paying for and staff who will bend over backwards to ensure your satisfied
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Ally C.

Yelp
Sooooo, we were using Trip Advisor to choose between the top two hotels in Dublin and the decision was between the Westbury and The Merrion. WOW - am I happy I opted for the Westbury. It was central. Like REALLY central and we had a blast walking all over the place. Plus you're right in the center of Grafton so you really can't beat it for awesome food options like Carluccios (see my review here: http://www.yelp.com/biz/carluccios-dublin?hrid=hyj38y5C2QiOQoYaUWNP-g#src:self) and Little Ass Burrito (see my review here: http://www.yelp.com/biz/little-ass-burrito-bar-dublin?hrid=UrUtUFD-cJBfRgJVfb7nXw#src:self). Turns out the Merrion is waaaay out there (over a km walk from major attractions) and we found out when we went to visit for lunch. You can check out that review here: http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-cellar-restaurant-dublin?hrid=dH5cDRaypnFUXrN8SO_zEQ#src:self We had a great suite overlooking Grafton and they helped to make it special with a fruit basket, bubbly and tasty desert on our first evening's arrival. Definitely opt for the studio suite or above - the added room was excellent. Though do watch your step hopping out of the shower! (It's quite high up.) The only downside of the Westbury was Wilde The Restaurant. While we never tried it for dinner (just far too many incredible options in the Grafton area) Wilde for breakfast was quite underwhelming for breakfast. The Irish breakfast my husband order clearly sat under the heat lamps in the kitchen for far too long. And, getting a side of toast seemed to be a Herculean task. The French lady managing the place could use a good happy pill too. Her attitude was....lacking positively, let's say. Added bonus to the Westbury: talk with the bellhops and door men. At first they seem the epitome of professionalism (and they are), but spend a few moment chatting and they will give you both the local and insider tips for exploring Dublin.
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Kathleen C.

Yelp
Where else do you have dishware in your room that is Waterford (ok, maybe in Waterford...). Anyway, I loved everything about my stay at the Westbury (which was admittedly a while ago, but from what I hear, things are the same). The rooms are relatively spacious compared to others I have stayed in in Europe. They are beautiful and sparklingly clean. The staff is extremely pleasant and offered suggestions to me of what to see and do in the city (I was traveling alone). I of course had to have tea at the hotel (a must!) while I was there. I felt extremely pampered during my stay. I didn't want to leave!
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Michelle C.

Yelp
The Westbury hotel is so beautiful and luxurious! The concierge and staff are very accommodating and friendly! The rooms are beautiful and it is centrally located in the heart of Dublin. I highly recommend this hotel to all!
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Erin L.

Yelp
The hotel in general is nice and great location, but the wifi is AWFUL. For anyone out of country we rely on wifi so our data plans don't sky rocket but I have more issues here then anywhere else , the wifi is constantly kicking you off bouncing on and off. For the price of the rooms per night I'd at least expect as good as wifi as the pub down the street
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Ellinor L.

Yelp
Stayed at the Westbury for 4 nights, the room was spacious and nicely decorated, the bed was comfortable and had soft linens. The staff was friendly and the reception always manned. The breakfast was a delight, the food extremely tasty and the seating nice and comfortable. Not really anything to complain about, except perhaps the price in the minibar which was absurd, as it always is.
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Kate M.

Yelp
The Westbury hotel is a 5 star hotel located just off Grafton St, beside the aptly named Westbury mall...Hmm, I wonder why they called it that. As I live in Dublin, I have no need WAHTSOEVER to stay here, but I have been here a few times for coffee. It's quite nice. I was never blown away by it, and was quite surprised to hear it was 5 star, but I guess maybe I haven't experienced quite what makes it a 5 star hotel - ie the service, rooms, food etc. It'd be a nice spot to brig your mom or granny for a cup of tea after a hard days shopping.
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Sean G.

Yelp
I booked a deluxe room for my mothers 70th. As we entered the hotel the staff set the tone which was one of warmth and sincerity. The room was upgraded and checkin was swift. The room was large albeit proportionally the bathroom could have been bigger. The view was facing the front of the hotel and certainly no noise (3rd floor). Breakfast was served with he same flair and certainly you won't leave hungry and the setting in Wilde is bright and airy. Yes it is expensive but as long as the hotel hits your expectations and in this case exceeds then it is worth it.
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Katherine E.

Yelp
I'm a regular traveler to Dublin, and have stayed in many of the best hotels. Not sure why this year I finally decided to try the Westbury but we did. Called the week before arrival and had a nice chat with (Gavin?) about our room. Checked in efficiently (important when you've flown from the West Coast of California, it's a long way) and up to the room. Nice, of course, and we looked out onto the front of the hotel, which is a lovely street. I think they were double-paned windows because much (not all) of the outside street noise was buffered. Clean bathroom, clean sheets -- but stupidly, only one luggage rack (WHY hotels, WHY?). We decided to just eat at the fine dining restaurant WILDE that night and wow was it AMAZING. From the service to the appetizers to the entree's it literally was perfection. Bravo! We had several drinks and tea, etc., in the main room off the lobby during our 3 days and that too was delightful, if not really expensive (so just know what you're getting yourself into should you dine there, or even order tea.) Service was exceptional, again. Balfe's was a true disappointment -- the service was terrible...we went in there twice for morning food/coffee and there's a lot of staff, but they aren't there to serve tables. Ugh! Let's end on a high note though -- SIDECAR, is such a great bar! And the bartenders -- I feel like I've known them my whole life. Upbeat, very skilled, super friendly -- I had so much fun at Sidecar, it's a reason to return to this hotel as a guest.
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Gary W.

Yelp
Great, central location for a stay in Dublin. Beautiful hotel with outstanding service, and large rooms. Great lounge, excellent restaurants and very beautiful accommodations. Loved the Nespresso machines in the rooms for great espresso, as well as the built in US plugs for charging many of our devices. And loved the free wi-fi. I rate this a 4 star, instead of a 5 star, due to the lack of a decent gym (nor swimming pool) in the hotel. For a family, they lacked features ideal for kids (or ideal for those that want to get a solid, quick workout in during their stay). Admitedly there is a gym right across the street, but you have to leave the building and pay for access. Overall a great 4-star experience...great rooms and great staff.
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Susie D.

Yelp
We were thrilled to arrive at The Westbury and were met with enthusiastic, helpful bellmen. We were welcomed with opened arms and led to the front desk where we were greeted by an exceptionally professional staff. Our advisor at the desk was informative and efficient. She took the time to get to know us, knowing we were exhausted from our trip and she still managed to make us feel like she welcomed us into her own home. We were led over to the concierge desk where the gentleman took the time to book our visit to the Guinness factory and Kilmainham Gaol prison. (The prison is a MUST see if you visit Ireland so look for my review!). Everything at the front desk and concierge was seamless and we were given our keys to our rooms. We had three rooms booked and all three were near each other which we appreciated very much. The rooms are beautiful, well appointed and clean! We loved the turn down service and the replacement of towels in the middle of the day. I love fresh towels daily and cringe when it is expected that we reuse a towel. There is a well stocked mini fridge and chocolates, fresh fruit, and water bottles are left each day. The location is central to everything in Dublin and couldn't be more convenient. Breakfast was included in our package and we appreciated the vast assortment of cheeses, juices, bakery items, cereals, and the ability to order eggs, pancakes, etc which was all included in the price. The staff is attentive and caters to every request without question. This hotel was our absolute favorite on our trip to Ireland. I wish all the hotels we visited were this exceptional!
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Tony F.

Yelp
We loved the Westbury. I never say anything interesting about hotels, but about this one, I shall. Alright, the easy stuff: the room and the bed were great! I wasn't super in love with the bathroom, til we got to London, and then I realized I should've counted some chickens. The design of the foyer/lobby/dramatic staircase etc is just short of breathtaking. Lush carpeting, marble, gold and glass fill every inch of the frame, and the service at the desk is top knotch. We stayed on the 2nd floor, so the huge carpeted staircase was my vertigo's bestfriend, and I never felt funny for second (until London, ugghhh). The afternoon tea was AMAZING!!! I love a great 3star, frou frou restaurant, where I have to dress funny, and wine pairings imply a level of knowledge I'll never attain. However, I was quite reticent about the whole afternoon tea biz. It's just a little too white, a little too bougie - I thought. No, it's not my scene, but Man is it awesome! The sandwiches, sweets and teas were amazing, and yes, it feels pretty good to be waited on like royalty. And that's how everything feels at the Westbury. The bar, the room service, the bellhops... everyone in this joint is working at optimum efficiency, and provides maximum comfort to each guest. Bravo!
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Christopher E.

Yelp
Beautiful hotel right in the middle of all of the action of Dublin. History was all around. Shops, pubs, restaurants all within walking distance. Nothing was more than a five minute walk. Rooms was well suited, modern amenities, and very clean. Courteous staff was alway helpful. The lounge bar was cool combination of laid back swank. Was a bit difficult to get our rental car back to the hotel with all the pedestrian and one way streets.... Otherwise I would easily stay here again on our next visit. Well worth the $.
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Melissa B.

Yelp
The Westbury was a fabulous place for us to stay in Dublin. The entire hotel is classy, well-run, and beautiful. I had picked up some food poisoning in Italy, and I spent too much time in the hotel room in Dublin as a result. The staff was incredibly helpful, especially Eddie, Ronan (the manager), and JD (a concierge). After I had experienced random bouts of vomiting, the hotel was very good about sending up toast and tea after very little time had elapsed. JD and co. were helpful throughout. Later at night, we asked him where we could find appropriate OTC medication, and he found the nearest convenience store for us. If there's one knock, it's that I found the hotel a bit noisy. The walls are thin, so make sure you don't have two different rooms of the same family on either side of you. Helpfully, following another louder-than-expected room, they graciously moved my sick self and my sister to a lovely suite! It was indeed quiet, though Grafton Street is still loud (but I am a light sleeper so take that with a grain of salt). I really would recommend this hotel, though. They really go above and beyond.
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Victoria W.

Yelp
Really amazing cocktail bar here! Tried 4 different cocktails between the two of us and loved them all! The service was top notch and the bartender even gave me a small prosecco while my drink was being made bc it took longer than the rest of our group. Super classy place and the afternoon tea looked awesome! I'd love to go back for that!
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Melanie E.

Yelp
The rooms were comfortable, clean & quiet. The staff were accommodating & welcoming. The lobby area was very nice & they set up a nice tea in the afternoons & have a late night bar service as well. This hotel is in a great location & it is easy walking distance to the Temple Bar District as well as surrounded by shopping, theaters & restaurants on Grafton St & the surrounding streets & historic landmarks. I would definitely stay here again on a trip to Dublin.
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Bee B.

Yelp
Afternoon Tea at the westbury. Beautiful ambiance. The granny garden has a very aromatic floral fruit sweet fragrance and also smells like hot cold syrup. The apricot & almond is sweet with a citrusy flavor. The morgentau is a very fragrant delicate green tea.
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Tami H.

Yelp
This is a really wonderful hotel in a great location in Dublin. The service is spectacular. First, I had a few issues in my room, but all were resolved the next day with a note detailing their attention to each issue. When I checked out, I actually overslept for my flight but the hotel came to my room to ensure I was awake, then had my bill and taxi waiting for me. Just above and beyond service! The hotel has a range of bars and restaurants. The Sidecar lounge has the most amazing drinks and service, plus great food too! Balfes is also great for an afternoon or evening drink. Rooms are comfortable with solid décor and amenities like a Nespresso maker. The only negative (beyond the minor issues I experienced in the room) is that the gym is literally the size of a hotel room and only open at 7am with some exception if you request it earlier and no one is staying next door! Ideally they would invest in a legit gym at the hotel.
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Jen B.

Yelp
Fabulous hotel. I honesty have nothing negative to say at all. The location can't be beat for Dublin. The service was top notch. The room was beautiful, quiet, comfortable, and luxurious. The food at breakfast and afternoon tea was scrumptious. I highly recommend the Westbury for both staying overnight and for a lovely afternoon tea experience.