Welcome to the Clarence

Welcome to The Clarence Hotel in Dublin 2

Located in Temple Bar and listed in The Irish Independent’s 50 Best Places to Stay in Ireland, The Clarence is Dublin’s original rock ‘n’ roll hotel and is home to award winning restaurant Cleaver East, The Curious Mister, Roberta’s, Tomahawk, The Giddy Dolphin, and 58 bedrooms and suites.

Being one of Dublin’s most iconic hotels, we offer everything you need for a city hotel break or romantic getaway in the lively heart of Dublin City.

Offering an incredible location on Wellington Quay in Dublin 2, experience the best of Dublin City right on your doorstep, from the cobble stone streets of Temple Bar and historic Trinity College, to the buzzing energy of Grafton Street, all moments from our boutique hotel.

We are 20 minutes from Dublin Airport: 10 minutes from Heuston and Connolly Train Station or 5 minutes from Busáras Central Bus Station. Being a city centre hotel we are right in the heart of the action, which can mean some extra noise from neighbouring businesses and lively partygoers at night.

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Dublin’s original rock and roll hotel offers luxury hotel rooms, delicious food and a top location. But we also offer incredible Dublin City Hotel Offers when you book directly.

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Rooms & Suites

The Clarence Hotel is home to 58 bedrooms and suites, along with our world-famous Penthouse Suite which offers stunning panoramic views of Dublin City.

Also known as the ‘U2 Hotel’, we have a range of hotel rooms ranging from Double Room, Deluxe Double Rooms, River View Rooms and Luxury Hotel Suites in Dublin City Centre.

Eat & Drink at The Clarence

The Clarence is home to a host of restaurants and bars, offering a range of different dining experiences. Tuck into an artisanal cocktail or glass of wine at The Curious Mister or savour a pint of Guinness with live music in The Giddy Dolphin, located adjacent to The Clarence. On the hotel’s ground floor, dine in the Clever East Restaurant or enjoy a steak dinner in style in the intimate Tomahawk, located below the hotel on Essex St. E.. For more casual dining tuck into Roberta’s, an award-winning restaurant serving a New York Italian-inspired menu.

Dublin Things To Do

The Clarence Hotel is located on the quays, around the corner from the popular Temple Bar in Dublin 2.

There is plenty to see and do while staying with us. Explore Dublin Castle, take a stroll around St Stephens Green or Merrion Square Park. Visit the National Gallery or Trinity College Dublin.

Take a family trip to Dublin Zoo or Phoenix Park. Shop til you drop on Grafton Street and learn to pour a pint of stout at The Guinness Storehouse. Catch a gig at Olympia Theatre, Aviva Stadium or Croke Park. There’s never a dull moment here at the U2 hotel in Dublin.

Where we are

The Clarence Hotel is located on the quays in Dublin and our prime location within the buzzing district of Temple Bar in Dublin 2 means that fun, food and music is never far away.

With lots of cool restaurants, cafes and pubs nearby in Temple Bar as well as live music at Olympia Theatre 250 metres away and much more to see and do, there’s never a dull moment.

There are lots of great tourist attractions within a stone’s throw of our front door. You’ll be sure to enjoy your holiday at our beautiful boutique hotel in Dublin 2.

The Clarence
6-8 Wellington Quay
Dublin 2

Gallery

Excellent as always A bit of cultural tranquility in the heart of Dublin with excellent staff and an amazing restaurant. The perfect venue to welcome customers to our product launch; and to wine and dine them in style. This is at least our 4th visit and we will return! More

A TripAdvisor Member
2/22/2019

four days in Dublin The hotel was very nice, room overlooking Temple Bar area. The bathroom had some mold on the
grout lines and the shower curtain a had sour smell. It was not so easy getting a tub of ice for the
room!!

Jerry R
5/27/2019

Garden Terrace This was the most perfect New Year's Eve trip to Ireland watching the fireworks from the top of the garden terrace! Amazing view! The room was great and only a couple minutes walk to the Temple Bar Pub which has a great atmosphere! Will definitely be staying again!

Inspire60036511068
1/11/2019
Nice Quiet Hotel in the Temple Bar The room was comfortable and surprisingly quiet considering the hotel is in Temple Bar. The service was good and the bar was decent. Some of the couches were a bit dirty and there was no food service but the bartender was friendly and prices weren't too high.

Nakdeinthang
8/05/2024

Great hotel! Great hotel overall, the room was cozy and even though our room only had a view of the buildings behind it, it was still nice to have a small balcony to get some fresh air. Also, the front desk staff was very helpful! More

Lgorrill
7/20/2019

Room with a view Welcoming staff, lovely accommodations, great location, fabulous view of the River Liffey, and excellent bar and restaurant. I will definitely stay here again. Steps away from Temple Bar but quiet and relaxing. More

FrequentFlier764312
5/26/2019
Great location and lovely room Great location. We were going to a gig in the Olympia. Room was nice and big..and a King size bed. We were upgraded on arrival to a room with a small balcony. Which was nice to sit out on the next morning!. Would definitely stay again.

Niamh M
5/16/2019

Just average Felt the room was a little dated, with the shower taking ages to get hot , great location , friendly staff. Good for a short break and location superb but would not stay here again due to facilities . More

Caroline B
2/10/2019

wedding anniversary -x- comfortable, clean, quiet inside hotel in a lively fun area, close to everything, temple bar, guiness and jameson, plu on the river. The breakfast was delicous espeically the full irish and fresh orange juice. 5 star recomended, would love to come back again.

Sue H
8/01/2024

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