The Clarence Hotel 6-8 Wellington Quay, Dublin, Ireland | (618) 248-8274
Upscale boutique
hotel with rock-star cachet
Riverfront
setting in Dublin's city center
Some rooms have
balconies with river views
Stylish
restaurant with Michelin-star chef
Snug basement bar
with regular live music
Small underground
car park (fee)
Free Wi-Fi
throughout
Rooms prone to
nightlife noise
Breakfast is
underwhelming
No fitness or spa
facilities
The Clarence is an upscale 50-room boutique hotel set on the banks of the River Liffey in the
center of Dublin. It's owned by U2's Bono and The Edge, and the vibe is mostly understated with simply styled, straightforward rooms -- though they're prone to the
noise of passing revelry at night. Cleaver East, overseen by executive chef Oliver Dunne, offers a six-course tasting menu, and the snug basement bar is super-atmospheric and
occasionally graced by the odd celeb. Travelers seeking sexier rooms should check out the Morgan just along the river, though rates are usually more reasonable here.
