Lucky Charms Ireland: Four Seasons Dublin

I'm really conflicted on this one ... how weird that the grounds and exterior look awesome, but the room is definitely screams yuck.

I think I would steal the L’Occitane toiletries, dine-and-dash at the breakfast buffet, and then would have gotten the hell outta there in the Mercedes S-Class.

Really. How did you and your friend survive this one?!?

Having spent a winter in Dublin on business, I decided to take up residence at the Dylan ( http://www.dylan.ie). Granted no loyalty points, but it was spacious, wonderful, and centrally located.

"it was more or less the cheapest option available."

Ben, you don't actually believe that do you? Even if you take the f&b credit at face value (which you shouldn't) there are still hundreds of cheaper options in Dublin. This may have been the cheapest 5 star option, but there are still plenty of perfectly nice independent properties (remember, you weren't earning points/stays anyway) cheaper than this with better locations. I'm not saying I wouldn't have done the same in your situation, but it's something to think about.

@ BrewerSEA -- Sorry, that statement wasn't completely accurate. Factoring in the hotel credit we were spending ~112 Euros per night, which was substantially cheaper than any other 3.5+ star option I could find, including the Crowne Plazas, Hiltons, etc., in town. So I should have said of the hotels I searched it was the cheapest option available.

I agree BrewerSEA. When I was in Dublin earlier this year, I stayed at a non-chain hotel that was centrally located, had amazing staff, gorgeous brand new rooms, and free wifi and breakfast. I paid 75 euros

Hey Lucky,

Enjoying the Dublin report so far! I just got back from Dublin last week (on your Avios miles Biz Class recommendation of course!) We stayed at the Westin (paid stay) - 3 nights get 4th night free. It was awesome! Terrific location, exceptional service, rooms were amazing... I can't wait to go back and already planning another trip for next month (and back to the Westin!).

Looking forward to reading the rest of your report....

To be honest, I read this blog for the chain hotels...the opportunity to earn and burn points, and ways people can leverage Virtuoso and FHR bookings. I appreciate Lucky's consistency.

I really like the Westbury in Dublin. Great location, nice rooms, and just a first class place.

At this rate you will just be allowed a guide visit at the four seasons london or paris but as you said,you get what you paid for,there most be a renovated wing in this hotel and an outdated section for cheap promotions.

Just checked out from the same hotel yesterday. I booked through FHR (no 85 Euro credit though). Got an upgrade to a deluxe room- 409. The room was cozy enough for me and didn't find it particularly bad. The highlight was most definitely the service. Alternatively to paid wireless internet, you may head to the Business Center (more of a booth rather than a center) where there are 3 HPs and a color multifunction printer.
Lucky Coins (has a ring to it), I'm at the Ritz now. Do you have one place that one MUST absolutely check out? ESPA perhaps? 🙂

JRL is a prick and a half.

@ mohamed b -- No, none of the hotel is renovated. And it's not like I was on some cheap promo rate, that was the prevailing rate. If anything Virtuoso guests get better rooms due to the travel agencies they're affiliated with.

@ halfRoss -- Now I haven't revealed this yet, but since you're there, I LOVED the Ritz. One of my favorite hotels ever. Highlight of the facilities had to be the pool. Have fun!

Thanks Ben. Pool is defo one of the best indoor pools. It's like taking a dip in the night sky.
Regarding your top 4 fave places, I must say I'm a bit ashamed that I'm Asian and never been to HK or Bali. I must correct this immediately. 😉

@TL --- May I ask the name of the 75 euro hotel that you loved? Thanks in advance!

I ALSO WONDER WHERE TL STAYED?

CAN YOU PLEASE SHARE THE NAME???

"The guests, however, were a different story. I’ve never been to a hotel with such “uppity” guests, that almost made me feel uncomfortable. The dining room was filled mostly with couples that wore suits to breakfast and potential cast members of “The Real Housewives of Dublin.”"

Wait, they were "uppity" just because they dressed up? That's all you are judging them on? Maybe some people just like dressing up...

"It’s just one of those hotels where you really don’t feel comfortable walking around the lobby in shorts, not because of the employees, but because of the other guests."

Well, furniture style and quality aside, it is a Four Seasons property, not Howard Johnsons. Occasionally the clientele will be a little dressed up...

@ jim a -- Sorry, where who stayed?

@ wwk5d -- No, it wasn't just how they dressed, but also how they acted.

I hear what your saying about the other guests, I visit this hotel frequently and breakfast always seems to have an akward atmosphere. Great pics btw

I have only been to Dublin once, but I stayed at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, and I was extremely satisfied. Both with the hotel property itself, the service and breakfast (best buffet I've had in ages) as well as the location. 10 minutes walk from Temple Bar - what more do you need in Dublin? 😉

Check out the Gibson Hotel next time you're in Dublin, it's very modern, only a few years old and has some great restaurants/food and you can get great deals in it. It's not right in the centre - it's down towards the docks (don't let that scare you - they're not 'scary' docks) but there is a tram stop right outside the hotel door that will take you in to the centre in 5 minutes.