Bewley's Grafton Street in Dublin

10/11/2025: We spent 2 nights here for the Ireland rugby match and it is so close to the stadium. The hotel has a great set up for match day and their offering for food and drink stays out the front while residents are only allowed in the hotel. They have toilets situated for anyone stopping for a drink before or after the match. One of the best setups I’ve seen. By that evening the hotel was back to normal and you wouldn’t never know it had all happened. Lovey staff, good food and they are really able to use what they have to their best advantage for residents and other patrons. Well done and btw we loved meeting your beautiful dog and look forward to staying again this weekend xx

10/11/2025: The Sandy Mount Hotel review is a mixed bag, but honestly, for a four-star stay in a great area, the trade-offs felt worth it. Let me start with the absolute best part: the service. The staff here are phenomenal. From the check-in desk to the porters and the dining room team, everyone was genuinely warm, super helpful, and always had a smile. That personalized, human-touch service really elevates the experience and is definitely what earned the hotel its four stars in my book. Now for the reality check. The rooms, bless their hearts, are certainly showing their age. You can tell the décor hasn't been updated in a while—it’s clean, don't get me wrong, but definitely has that slightly faded charm of an older building. My other minor gripe was the breakfast. For a hotel of this calibre, the buffet was surprisingly limited. It covered the basics, but there wasn't much in the way of specialty options or variety. It got the job done, but it wasn't the lavish start to the day I was hoping for. However, the location is a huge win. Being just steps away from the main transport link meant getting around was effortless, and the neighborhood itself felt safe and pleasant, with plenty of nearby restaurants and pubs to explore. Ultimately, if you value impeccable service and a fantastic base of operations over cutting-edge décor and a huge breakfast spread, you’ll be happy here.