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    The Clarence

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    6-8 Wellington Quay, Dublin 2, Ireland
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    4.0
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    6-8 Wellington Quay, Dublin 2, Ireland See on map
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    Reviewed 7 November 2016
    A birthday to remember

    From the moment of entering reception to the sad moment of checking out, we were treated like royalty from staff that need to be commended, The room, the bed, the food, Cleaver East is a must for dinner, the cocktails at the bar, and all...More

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    Response from PressUpEntertainment, Manager at The ClarenceResponded 13 November 2016

    I'm delighted to read such a great review of your recent stay with us as while you celebrated your girlfriends birthday. It was our pleasure to make sure you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you back next year!

    Reviewed 5 November 2016
    Clarence review!

    Hotel service excellent and overall furnishing of hotel was great.! However one major issue was the noise from Essex st at the back which was terribly loud during the night! Continued until bars closed circa 3am!! On this basis it ruined my stay!More

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    Response from PressUpEntertainment, Manager at The ClarenceResponded 6 November 2016

    It's such a pity to know that external noise beyond the control of the hotel ruined your stay, and while we have taken measure to reduce the impact of this it's simply not possible to eliminate it entirely. Even with this negative aspect it's good...More

    Reviewed 4 November 2016
    Top notch!

    Booked myself a river view room for a one night stay in Dublin (best value room in central Dublin I could find!). Was informed I was upgraded to a suite on check- in. 3 rooms all to myself! Bed was super comfortable, sitting room with...More

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    Response from PressUpEntertainment, Manager at The ClarenceResponded 6 November 2016

    It's great to read you found us to be the best value in central Dublin, and that we were able to offer you an upgrade to make your stay even more enjoyable. Your mention of the team here being of a high standard is appreciated...More

    Reviewed 3 November 2016 via mobile
    Great Hotel, Great Location, Great Staff!

    Really impressed with this hotel. We checked in a little early due to arrival, and were greeted with an amazing concierge, really friendly, chatty and welcoming staff on the reception desk! What made it even better, was that we were upgraded from a River View...More

    Thank Glenn S
    Response from PressUpEntertainment, Manager at The ClarenceResponded 6 November 2016

    It's such a pleasure to read how much you enjoyed your stay, the early arrival and upgrade. It was our pleasure to be able take care of you during your time here and we look forward to seeing you back here again soon.

    Reviewed 2 November 2016
    Disappointing

    This hotel is so disappointing. I think the rooms are supposed to be old chique but they are just old. The insulation was so bad and the heating did not work properly. We stayed for 3 nights and never once came across a friendly receptionist...More

    Thank ALs888
    Response from PressUpEntertainment, Manager at The ClarenceResponded 6 November 2016

    I'm disappointed to read your review especially the mention of unfriendly staff as it is the friendliness of the team here that is highlighted by so many guests in other reviews. We value the custom of each guest here at The Clarence and it's a...More

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    "Opt for room at the front side of the hotel overlooking the river. Here you hear less the Temple Bar noice."
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    "If you are hot natured asked for a fan. No A/C in room."
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    "Avoid the pullout beds and bring earplugs."
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    "for U2 fans - ask for room 508 it is the room where U2 shot the video for Beautiful day."
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