Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge
Merrion Road Ballsbridge, Dublin, 4, Ireland
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Merrion Road Ballsbridge, Dublin, 4, Ireland
Boasting spacious rooms with private bathrooms, Clayton Hotel, Ballsbridge is a beautifully restored 19th-century Masonic orphan’s school with landscaped gardens. Located less than 5 minutes' walk from the RDS, the city buses stop right outside the hotel. The hotel is within walking distance of Dublin city center and just 5 minutes from Sandymount DART station. Underground car parking is available for an additional charge. Bedrooms feature fluffy duvets and hypo-allergenic pillows. Rooms have desks with lamps and free Wi-Fi. Traditional breakfasts are served each morning, with light snacks and a carvery through the day. In the evening, international cuisine is served in the The Grandstand Bar & Restaurant. With its stained glass windows, high ceilings, oak paneled walls and original mosaic tiling, the restored Thomas Prior Hall is the jewel in the crown of this beautiful hotel. For any guests attending hospital appointments or visiting family and friends, the hotel is conveniently located only a 5-minute drive to St Vincent's Hospital and 10-minute drive to the Blackrock Clinic. With the 3Arena nearby, The Grandstand Bar & Restaurant is the perfect place for a pre-concert drinks and food. The Aviva Stadium, Bord Gais Energy Theater and the Grand Canal are within 1 mile of Clayton Hotel, Ballsbridge.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Business Center
  • Garden
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Bar
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Elevator
  • Coffee shop
  • Heating
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Snack bar
  • On-site parking
  • vending machine
  • Accessible parking
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Sun Deck
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Food delivery
  • balcony/terrace
  • Daily disinfection
  • Facilities for disabled guests available
  • Fitness center
  • Ironing amenities
  • Laundry services
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Soundproof rooms available
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
  • Room service available
  • Takeout dining services available
  • Parking available (charges may apply)
  • Indoor parking (charges may apply)
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stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Clean and good beds, nice staff and handy parking
Food was very poor for the price would not choose to eat there again
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
Bed was tiny. No kettle, A coffe maker but no pods, no tea bags
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Extremely sharp turn into car park
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Location was perfect as we were taking part in the HYROX event at the RDS which is literally next door.
A massive issue for us was the traffic in the surrounding area. It took us an hour to get to the hotel from Dublin airport but it’s only a 15km journey. We had a nightmare trying to get back to the airport on the Friday afternoon. Every road from the hotel to cross the river was completely gridlocked. We ended up jumping out of our Uber and walking across the river then spent 40mins trying to find another taxi on the other side. Thankfully we made it to the airport in time, just. Not the hotels fault obviously but something to be very aware of as we know people who missed flights as a result of this. One other minor gripe is that umbrellas were on a hire basis which I felt was a bit stingy. Given it was pouring with rain the entire time we were there a system for giving out umbrellas free would be a very nice touch.
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The room was spacious. The shower was terrific. The bed was comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and the staff was very helpful and kind. I will always stay here in the future. Being so close to the DART (literally 2 min walk) was invaluable. I didn't use a cab the entire time.
The one issue I had was ordering a taxi for the airport. I put an order in the night before at the desk and in the morning I waited and the cab wasn't there. I would suggest not using an app in the future when a guest makes an early appointment and deal directly with a cab company or car service. I actually ended up missing my flight. It wasn't the end of the world (I was just flying to the UK) but it was a stressful morning.
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
Clean, reasonably comfortable and very conveniently located.
Not reminded that Breakfast had been paid for on booking.
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Beautiful hotel, wish I had more time there
Nothing
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
It's a lovely hotel, we had a lovely stay
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Unfortunately our plane was delayed along with 12,000 other people at the airport in Dublin . Thank goodness for the Clayton hotel , we were so lucky to have gotten a room here . The hotel is absolutely beautiful, the staff is so incredibly friendly and understanding (they even assisted in a medical issue a friend of mine was experiencing that required urgent professional attention) . The rooms are very clean and comfortable and the breakfast was amazing and a huge variety of. Thank you so much for our stay !
Nothing … perfect !
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Love the location and overall appearance of the exterior and interior!
Beds were quite hard
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Love the location and the ambience of the hotel..it is an historic building and the character of the architecture has been maintained very.well..
No dislikes!
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The location is great. The pubs in the area have really good food, ambiance and service quality, I.e. Searson’s and The Bridge. It is easy to take the train to central Dublin
It was all good.
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The building is splendid and staff super attentive!
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Loved the building it’s in and the location close to the Dart. Also walking distance to coffee shops and restaurants
Staff was outstanding and breakfast was excellent
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Beautiful property, friendly staff and clean accommodations. The food at their restaurant was delicious. Great overall experience.
The plumbing was a bit finicky. Be prepared to do the Hokey Pokey in the shower because the water goes from freezing to scalding in a matter of seconds. The sink was slow to drain. The parking garage is an adventure to navigate for people that aren’t used to driving in tight spaces.
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Well kept
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great food with amazing breakfast with a lot of seletion
I was totally satisfied with everything.
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The room was great.
Nil. No issues.
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Location is away from city center. Very little direction from hotel staff regarding bus or local area.
Staff did not seem well informed.
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Like the repurposed use of the property. Old but updated. Kind staff.
No refrigerator in room. Had to take insulin medication to bar for refrigeration. No top sheet. Bed covers too heavy. Needed a lighter cover.
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Area information

    Airports Show all on map »

    • Dublin Airport - 7.03 mi

    Transport

      Train stations Show all on map »
      • Bahnhof Lansdowne Road - 0.56 mi
      • Grand Canal Dock Dart Station - 1.07 mi
      • Bahnhof Grand Canal Dock - 1.07 mi
      • Pearse Station - 1.56 mi

    Museums

      Art Galleries Show all on map »
      • National Print Museum - 0.80 mi
      • Number 29 - Georgian House Museum - 1.26 mi
      • National Museum of Ireland - Natural History - 1.49 mi
      • Nationalmuseum Irland - 1.51 mi
      • National Gallery of Ireland - 1.51 mi
      • National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology - 1.57 mi
      • Heraldic Museum - 1.61 mi
      • Gallery 29 - 1.63 mi

    Hospitals

      Hospitals Show all on map »
      • St. Vincent's Private Hospital - 0.82 mi
      • Blackrock Clinic - 0.82 mi
      • St. Vincent's University Hospital - 0.84 mi
      • Clonskeagh Hospital - 0.86 mi
      • The Royal Hospital - 0.96 mi
      • National Maternity Hospital - 1.33 mi
      • Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital - 1.50 mi

    Other attractions

      National Parks Show all on map »
      • Herbert Park - 0.35 mi
      • Ringsend Park - 1.12 mi
      • Merrion Park - 1.38 mi
      • Saint Stephens Green Park - 1.60 mi
      Stadiums, Arenas, and Racetracks Show all on map »
      • Aviva Stadium - 0.65 mi
      • Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium - 0.90 mi
      Golf Courses Show all on map »
      • Elm Park Golf Club - 0.74 mi
      Rivers and Lakes Show all on map »
      • Grand Canal - 1.02 mi
      Historical Buildings Show all on map »
      • Pigeon House Harbour - 1.13 mi
      • Oscar Wilde House - 1.32 mi
      • Leinster House (Houses of the Oireachtas) - 1.50 mi
      • Leinster House - 1.57 mi
      Theatres Show all on map »
      • Bord Gais Energy Theatre / Grand Canal Theatre - 1.35 mi
      Colleges and Universities Show all on map »
      • University College Dublin - 1.40 mi
      Other Show all on map »
      • Ballsbridge - 0.35 mi
      • RDS - 0.36 mi
      • D4 Hotel - 0.56 mi
      • Dublin Marathon - 1.36 mi
      • Irish Traditional Music Archive - 1.41 mi
      • Royal Hibernian Academy - 1.45 mi
      • Grand Canal Harbour - 1.46 mi
      • The O2 Dublin - 1.47 mi
      • Department of Taoiseach - 1.47 mi
      • The Point - 1.48 mi
      • The Point (Club) - 1.53 mi
      • Dublin Pearse - 1.53 mi
      • Dublin Hafen - 1.59 mi
      • National Library of Ireland - 1.61 mi
      • St. Stephen's Green - 1.64 mi
      • Convention Centre Dublin - 1.64 mi
      • Alexandra Basin - 1.67 mi

Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge

Merrion Road Ballsbridge, Dublin, 4, Ireland