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The Westbury vs Avalon House

Both hotels are highly recommended by experts. Overall, The Westbury scores significantly better than Avalon House. The Westbury has a TripExpert Score of 94 with accolades from 13 publications such as Oyster, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.

The Westbury
The Westbury
9 / 10
Grafton St, Dublin 2, Dublin Dublin 2
From $258 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Well-run hotel with a stylish bar."
Fodor's Fodor's
"This luxurious, chandelier-filled, modern hotel, just off Grafton Street is a favorite with elegantly dressed Dubliners who often stop for afternoon tea in The Gallery." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Visiting celebs looking for some quiet time have long favoured the Westbury's elegant suites, where they can watch TV from the Jacuzzi before retiring to a four-poster bed." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Located in Dublin’s city center, the Westbury Hotel is located just off Grafton Street, next door to the high-end Westbury Mall, and close to Trinity College and Temple Bar." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"The understated style of its guest rooms (and the myriad luxurious touches, such as the Acqua di Parma bathroom products) exudes wealth and sophistication." Full review
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Avalon House
Avalon House
7 / 10
55 Aungier St, Dublin 2
From $13 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundy Room
  • Multilingual
  • Breakfast included
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This warm and friendly hostel in a beautiful old redbrick building is a not-so-well-kept secret among those who travel to Dublin on a budget." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"One of the longest established hostels in the city, the centrally located Avalon House provides cheap and cheerful accommodations in a restored redbrick Victorian building."
Time Out Time Out
"A firm favourite among Dublin's budget travellers, this pleasantly warm and cheery guesthouse occupies a lovely old red-brick building." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"The 72-room Avalon House, one of the oldest hostels in Dublin, is a lively budget property that's within walking distance of many tourist attractions." Full review
EuroCheapo EuroCheapo
"Far enough from the Dublin pub action to be a decent choice for the quieter hostel lover." Full review
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