The Devlin, DublinThe Devlin in Dublin, Ireland has a corrected score of 3.7 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 36 of 129 hotels we score in Dublin. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.8 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.5. Rooms from about $229 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Devlin is a four-star boutique hotel situated in the Ranelagh district. It contains 40 rooms featuring a modern interior design. Guests can access Layla's, a rooftop restaurant and bar, as well as the Americana bar and a basement cinema. The property is positioned near University College Dublin and the Aviva Stadium. On-site facilities include air conditioning, a minibar, and room service. While the hotel offers diverse dining options and entertainment, the room count is relatively small for a central establishment. It suits travellers looking for a contemporary base with social spaces like the rooftop terrace.What stands out

Rooftop restaurant and bar

In-house basement cinema

Modern room design

Air conditioning included

Watch out for

Small number of rooms

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