Bruxelles in Dublin

18/10/2025: Wynn’s Hotel, Dublin, is an absolute joy. It’s in a great location - close to Trinity, museums, shops and restaurants. The decor is Victorian wth a bit of a ‘70’s vibe, and the seafood chowder is sublime. What makes the hotel stand out is the staff. From the Czech barman who remembered our drinks and advised me on which gin to have, to the waiter who told my 65 year old friend to put her phone away and eat her breakfast before it got cold, we met big personalities who gave excellent service and made us feel totally at home. There is nothing corporate here, just a great hotel with a lovely atmosphere. Like the staff, the hotel is quirky and idiosyncratic, and in a gentle and understated we had one of the best hotel experiences ever. I absolutely loved it.

17/10/2025: Before you rush to judgment at the 4.3 average rating, check out the overwhelming proportion of recent glowing 5 star ratings for this hotel. My wife and I spent 5 nights here, and as frequent travelers with 2 BNBs of our own we were extremely impressed. Absolutely everyone who staffed the front desk during our stay was exceptional, but as others have noted, Sam stood out amidst this outstanding bunch. He was delightful to talk to and eager to please. The room was well equipped and very comfortable, and breakfast was truly something to look forward to each morning - the food, the setting, and again the service were all fantastic. And the location, with easy walks to Trinity College and other key Dublin locations and a light rail stop about a block away was a definite plus. We rarely stay this long a one hotel, but I’m glad we had an unusually extended stay here.