Schoolhouse Hotel Shortlist*
Dublin, Ireland
Good Hotel Guide Review
In Ballsbridge, a tree-lined residential district within walking distance of the centre, this 19th-century schoolhouse by the Grand Canal is today a hotel with a restaurant and a ‘very jolly’ bar. The Victorian building flaunts distinctive turrets and high chimneys; an original wooden staircase, panelled walls and a stone fireplace within. Period-style bedrooms (some in the basement) are decorated with pastel shades and William Morris patterns; the best rooms have canal or garden views, or access to the lawn. Pub classics and ‘basic’ bistro dishes (beetroot and goat’s cheese salad; chargrilled chicken burger) are served all day under a vaulted ceiling in the restaurant and lively bar, or alfresco on the terrace.
Hotel details
Address
2–8 Northumberland Road
Dublin
4
Ireland
Telephone
00 353 1 5014
Bedrooms
31. Some on ground floor.
Open
all year except 24–26 Dec.
Facilities
bar, restaurant, private dining/meeting room, in-room TV, wedding facilities, ½-acre garden, limited parking.
Background music
in bar, restaurant.
Children
all ages welcomed.
Dogs
only assistance dogs allowed.
Credit cards
Amex, MC, Visa.
Prices
per person B&B €89–€399. Set menus €25 (2 courses), €30 (3 courses). À la carte €42.
Last updated:
April 13, 2021