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    Grand Canal Hotel

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    Grand Canal Street Upper | Ballsbridge, Dublin Dublin 4, Ireland
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    Reviewed 18 September 2015
    good location

    Stayed in this hotel as it is within 8 minutes walk of Bord Gais Theatre and about 15 minutes walk to city centre. Was not at all pleased at reception as we were not welcomed, no eye contact whatsoever and asked "your name" "staying for...More

    Thank John C
    Response from GCHDublin, Manager at Grand Canal HotelResponded 21 September 2015

    Dear guest, Your review is very much appreciated and we are delighted that overall you had a great stay with us. I have noted your comment regarding check-in and will be sure to speak with the Front Office Manager about that. I hope you enjoyed...More

    Reviewed 17 September 2015 via mobile
    Conveniently Located

    The hotel is located very close to many big companies - amongst those the European HQ of Google, and is therefore great for business purposes. Arriving by car there is a car park underneath the hotel, and this is complimentary if you stay at the...More

    Thank Michael Friis J
    Response from GCHDublin, Manager at Grand Canal HotelResponded 18 September 2015

    Dear guest, We really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review following your stay with us. We are delighted to hear that you had a great stay and that liked the location. With regards to the selection of TV channels, I will be...More

    Reviewed 16 September 2015
    Nice hotel

    Stayed here for one night in September, rooms were large, comfortable and very clean. I had room service for dinner and the food was very good. I was a little disappointed in breakfast but it was okay. Staff were very helpful

    Thank TravelCork
    Response from GCHDublin, Manager at Grand Canal HotelResponded 18 September 2015

    Dear guest, Many thanks for your review. It's great to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to welcome you back to the hotel the next time you are in Dublin. Kind regards, Lisa

    Reviewed 16 September 2015
    peaceful sleep

    The Grand Canal Hotel, just off of Ballsbridge, is located exactly where we wanted to be. Just a 5 minute walk to excellent little restaurants, pubs, the Dart train station and Google offices. We took the bus from the airport and were let out on...More

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    Response from GCHDublin, Manager at Grand Canal HotelResponded 16 September 2015

    Dear guest, Thank you very much for your review. We agree that the hotel is in such a great location. That is fantastic that you felt it was the exact location that you wanted to be in and that you enjoyed all the great places...More

    Reviewed 16 September 2015
    Good value

    We booked online n found this to be very comfortable and great location, only short 15 minute walk to city, so close to most things. Red hop on hop off bus goes past around 8.45 in morning. Had a excellent breakfast selection. Walk down canal...More

    Thank Ivan R
    Response from GCHDublin, Manager at Grand Canal HotelResponded 16 September 2015

    Dear guest, We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your recent stay with us and thought that the location was great. We hope that you had a wonderful time in Dublin. Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review on the...More

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    25 March 2018|
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    Response from Christina_Barry | Reviewed this property |
    If your travelling by train there is a station closer called grand canal doc, within walking distance
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    25 February 2018|
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    Response from JohnOL10 | Reviewed this property |
    AS PER HOTEL WEBSITE... The Aircoach 702 or the 703 bus. You can take the bus from Airport Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. The closest drop off & pick up stop to the Grand Canal Hotel is located at the Schoolhouse Hotel on... More
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    Response from Barry M | Reviewed this property |
    Hotel is located 15 kilometers ( 9 miles from Dublin Airport) but much closer to the port (5kms max)
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