Pros

  • Big, attractive spa with heated pool, kids' pool, and hot tub
  • Modern rooms with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and kettles
  • Bright, large fitness center with variety of machines
  • Good selection of dining and drinking options on-site
  • Designated play area for kids
  • Big car park
  • Free Wi-Fi
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Cons

  • Far from Dublin's main attractions
  • Backs on to busy road so traffic noise audible from some rooms
  • Lack of air conditioning in rooms
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Bottom Line

With little local competition, the 352-room Clarion Hotel Liffey Valley is a modern, functional hotel that is light on charm but perfectly adequate for the needs of its clientele. Rooms are contemporary, if a bit corporate-feeling, and Wi-Fi is fast (though the lack of air conditioning might be an issue). A spa with a big pool and hot tub is a plus, along with the large, bright fitness center. Guests hoping to explore Dublin city center will be disappointed -- it's a good 20-minute drive away.

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Amenities

  • Fitness Center
  • Internet
  • Pool

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Scene

Conference center chic hotel in a retail park

Stepping through the modern, silo-esque entrance area of the Clarion Hotel guests are met with a large airy atrium, polished stone floors, and a general hum of modern efficiency. Interior design is conference center chic, with minimal no-nonsense decor and functional furnishings. Popular with wedding parties, exhibition attendees, and businessmen, the ambience borrows from the nearby retail park, with commercial mall-meets upscale hotel vibe. Outside a patio with seating and manicured bushes stretches along the connected restaurant building, and a separate building just beyond houses the suites.

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Location

Located in a retail park seven miles from Dublin center

Set in the Liffey Valley retail park seven miles west of Dublin, the location of this hotel would not appeal to those interested in easy access to the city center. There's little in the surrounding area for the average tourist, but there are family-oriented attractions such as Pirate's Cove and the SuperDome bowling center a short drive away. Dublin center is about a 25-minute drive, while the airport is about ten miles away, or 20 minutes by car.

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Rooms

Free high-speed Wi-Fi but no air conditioning

The Clarion Hotel Dublin Liffey Valley has 352 rooms, decorated in light modern tones with simple contemporary furnishings. Standard in-room amenities include 32-inch flat-screen TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee facilities. Tiled bathrooms have marble tops and high-performance hair dryers. Many rooms come with bathtubs and floor-to-ceiling windows. Lack of air conditioning can be an issue during warmer weather.

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Features

Kids play area, pool, and fully-equipped fitness center

The on-site Kudos Bar provides a relaxed environment for lunch and dinner, specializing in healthy options. The Sinergie restaurant serves up European flavor in more formal surrounds, while the Savour lounge bar is good for drinks and snacks. The Sanovitae Health & Fitness Center features a large heated pool and kids' play pool, as well as sauna, steam room, and hot tub. As well as a fully-equipped gym for the grown-ups, the 'Little Gym' also provides classes and programs for children. There is also ample parking for those arriving by car.

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Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley

Scene

Conference center chic hotel in a retail park

Stepping through the modern, silo-esque entrance area of the Clarion Hotel guests are met with a large airy atrium, polished stone floors, and a general hum of modern efficiency. Interior design is conference center chic, with minimal no-nonsense decor and functional furnishings. Popular with wedding parties, exhibition attendees, and businessmen, the ambience borrows from the nearby retail park, with commercial mall-meets upscale hotel vibe. Outside a patio with seating and manicured bushes stretches along the connected restaurant building, and a separate building just beyond houses the suites.

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Location

Located in a retail park seven miles from Dublin center

Set in the Liffey Valley retail park seven miles west of Dublin, the location of this hotel would not appeal to those interested in easy access to the city center. There's little in the surrounding area for the average tourist, but there are family-oriented attractions such as Pirate's Cove and the SuperDome bowling center a short drive away. Dublin center is about a 25-minute drive, while the airport is about ten miles away, or 20 minutes by car.

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Rooms

Free high-speed Wi-Fi but no air conditioning

The Clarion Hotel Dublin Liffey Valley has 352 rooms, decorated in light modern tones with simple contemporary furnishings. Standard in-room amenities include 32-inch flat-screen TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee facilities. Tiled bathrooms have marble tops and high-performance hair dryers. Many rooms come with bathtubs and floor-to-ceiling windows. Lack of air conditioning can be an issue during warmer weather.

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Features

Kids play area, pool, and fully-equipped fitness center

The on-site Kudos Bar provides a relaxed environment for lunch and dinner, specializing in healthy options. The Sinergie restaurant serves up European flavor in more formal surrounds, while the Savour lounge bar is good for drinks and snacks. The Sanovitae Health & Fitness Center features a large heated pool and kids' play pool, as well as sauna, steam room, and hot tub. As well as a fully-equipped gym for the grown-ups, the 'Little Gym' also provides classes and programs for children. There is also ample parking for those arriving by car.

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Business Center

  • Cable

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Fitness Center

  • Full Kitchen

  • Internet

  • Kids Allowed

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Pool

  • Poolside Drink Service

  • Rental Car Service Desk Onsite

  • Room Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Supervised Kids Activities

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