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The Clarence vs InterContinental Dublin, an IHG Hotel

Both The Clarence and InterContinental Dublin are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, InterContinental Dublin scores significantly better than The Clarence. InterContinental Dublin comes in at #4 in Dublin with positive reviews from 13 reviewers including Michelin Guide, Concierge and Lonely Planet.

The Clarence
The Clarence
8 / 10
6-8 Wellington Quay, Dublin 2
From $154 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Attractive riverside hotel... Stylish and well-run."
Concierge Concierge
"Unforgivably at these rates, service can falter, veering madly from friendly-polite all the way down to rude."
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"City-centre, riverside location, backing onto Temple Bar. The Art Deco interior has been lovingly restored by new owners (who include U2)."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"A handsome boutique hotel designed to reflect the aesthetic of a 1930s gentlemen's club." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The hotel's owners include Bono and The Edge of the band U2. This Arts and Crafts hotel was restored by the singer and the guitarist and reopened in 1992." Full review
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InterContinental Dublin, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Dublin, an IHG Hotel
9 / 10
Simmonscourt Road, Dublin 4
From $227 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Elegant guest areas... Spacious bedrooms; plenty of extras."
Concierge Concierge
"Sure, the odd clue that you're in Ireland is discernible—the Celtic seaweed treatments in the excellent spa, for instance—but really, this could be anywhere. If that bothers you, stay away."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"An upscale city bolthole with impeccable service and a hefty dose of Irish charm." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"It may be something of an eyesore from the outside... but the characteristically luxurious Four Seasons property has some of the largest and best-appointed guest rooms in town." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"The sunny conservatory lounge is flawlessly appended to the guests' bar and library to create an elegant, intimate setting befitting the well-heeled clientele. " Full review
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A chauffeur gladly transports guests into the heart of the city center free of charge upon request.
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