Homey feel, thanks in part to the property comprising five townhouses
Great location in the city center, but still quiet
Rooms have comfy beds and modern amenities
Trumans Restaurant serves locally sourced ingredients
Cozy bar serves cocktails, coffee, and food
Free Wi-Fi
Hotel pays for overnight parking at nearby lot
Fitness center is tiny and oddly configured
No air-conditioning, though climate is moderate
The 67-room, mid-range Buswells Hotel has a homey vibe. The property consists of five townhouses, and there are cozy furnishings in both the public spaces and guest rooms. Sizes of rooms vary even among the same category, but all have flat-screen TVs, comfy beds, and electric kettles. The hotel is located in the city center near many tourist attractions, but it's still quiet. The on-site Trumans Restaurant receives good reviews and the bar is a sophisticated spot to grab coffee or a cocktail. Note that the fitness center is tiny and oddly configured and parking is only free during overnight hours at a nearby lot.
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Scene
Property consisting of five townhouses has a homey, cozy vibe.
As one of the oldest hotels in Dublin, Buswells began operating in 1882 in one Georgian townhouse and has grown to five. It has retained some of its Georgian architecture and incorporated elegant, antique furnishings. The unassuming brick exterior with black metal awning leads guests into the gorgeous lobby with sheeny damask wallpaper, marble columns, and gold accented ceiling. Velvet armchairs and couches with forest-inspired fabric are situated next to a cozy fireplace, creating a living room vibe. The heavy brown drapes, gorgeous chandelier, and framed portraits enhance the homey, classic atmosphere. The casual bar has cushy, upholstered armchairs and sofas, as well as a more formal area with wooden tables and stools. The Trumans Restaurant is a popular spot to dine and has chic seating and patterned wallpaper. The intimate decor primarily attracts couples, but families and business travelers also find Buswells a prime hotel pick.
Location
In the city center of Dublin, next to the Irish Parliament and one-minute walk to Trinity College
Buswells Hotel is ideally situated in the city centre of Dublin, with easy access to many tourist attractions. It's next to the Dáil (Irish Parliament) and across from the National Museum and National Library of Ireland. It's about a five-minute walk to Grafton Street, a fashionable shopping area. It's a 12-minute drive to the Guinness Storehouse and The Brazen Head, the oldest pub in Ireland. The airport is a 25-minute drive. For guests with cars, the hotel pays for parking at a nearby lot between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 a.m. Outside of those hours, guests have to pay an hourly fee.
Rooms
Pleasant rooms have comfy beds, small flat-screen TVs, and electric kettles, but some can be cramped
Rooms range from small Single Rooms to Triple Rooms with a double and single bed. Each are decorated with similar wood furnishings, though some have an armoire and others have an open-air closet. The beds are comfy with plush duvets, red blankets and matching throw pillows. The gold and red striped drapes complement the armchairs next to a small wooden dining table. Guest rooms vary by size, even among the same category, due to being housed in refurbished townhouses. Flat-screen TVs, coffee/tea facilities, ironing boards, and free water are standard. Bathrooms are clean and feature shower/tub combos and high-end toiletries. Views are either of the street or an interior courtyard. Note that all guest rooms are non-smoking and there's no air-conditioning, although it isn't needed with the moderate climate.
Features
A popular restaurant, bar, and several meeting rooms, as well as a small gym that's oddly configured
The hotel's Trumans Restaurant is a popular spot for locally sourced dishes, including creamy fish pie and braised lamb shanks for around 18 euros. It also serves a carvery lunch on weekdays. The traditional Buswells Bar is a relaxed setting for guests and locals to grab both drinks or food. There is a small gym but the machines are oddly placed, so it's not an ideal setting in which to work out. Several meeting rooms are also available.
