Grand Canal Hotel, DublinGrand Canal Hotel in Dublin, Ireland has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.1 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 72 of 129 hotels we score in Dublin. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.4 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.3, Agoda 3.4. Rooms from about $193 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located on Grand Canal Street Upper in the Ballsbridge area, this family-owned hotel sits beside the Grand Canal and directly opposite the DART station. It provides 142 non-smoking rooms featuring espresso makers and Smart TVs. The property includes an on-site restaurant, bar, and 2,200 square feet of conference space. It is a practical choice for visitors wanting to walk to the Aviva Stadium or Trinity College. While the rooms are well-equipped, guests should note that parking height restrictions are in place. The hotel is suitable for business travellers using the meeting rooms or tourists exploring the local district on foot.What stands out

Spacious and clean rooms

Large bathrooms with strong showers

Helpful professional staff

Generous breakfast options

Watch out for

Parking height restrictions

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