Trinity Lodge 12 Frederick Street South, Dublin 2, Dublin, Ireland | (618) 248-8274
Located in the city center close to Trinity College
Set in three charming neighboring Georgian townhouses
Homey rooms have TVs, electric kettles, and safes
Most rooms are air-conditioned
Free organic cooked-to-order Irish breakfast
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Few on-site features and no elevators
Tired decor and signs of wear in some rooms
Some rooms lack AC, and some have dated tube-style TVs
Shower stalls in bathrooms are cramped
Reception is closed during the night
Trinity Lodge is a mid-range guest house with 26 rooms occupying three red brick Georgian buildings. Its location in central Dublin is convenient, and many tourist sights are within easy walking distance. Though it advertises itself as a “four-star boutique” property, the guest rooms are fairly basic, and some have tired decor and show signs of wear. Other downsides include a lack of elevators and limited amenities -- there's not much beyond free Wi-Fi and a free organic Irish breakfast. The high rates reflect its central location, but travelers looking for a better value might want to consider Harding Hotel, which has large guest rooms, and on-site bar, and a bistro -- though rooms may get noise from the street and the bar.
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Scene
A family-run guest house popular with leisure and business travelers
Trinity Lodge is made up of three attractive four-story Georgian houses with red brick facades, brightly painted front doors, sash windows, and cast-iron railings. The lobby is a modest space that's simply furnished with a reception counter, desk, a few armchairs, and tables displaying tourist brochures. The hotel is popular with leisure travelers looking for a place to stay in central Dublin, and a few business travelers also choose to stay here. This is a family-run guest house, and travelers should note that the reception is closed at night, and that there are no elevators in either of the three buildings, which may present a challenge for those with mobility issues. Also, there are two big construction projects in progress a few doors away which will contribute significant noise throughout the day until completion in 2017.
Location
In the heart of Dublin's city center, close to Trinity College
Trinity Lodge is located in the heart of Dublin's city center, near shops, restaurants, and nightspots, and within walking distance of many tourist sights. Trinity College Dublin is practically across the road, as is Grafton Street, a major shopping street. The area is well connected to public transportation, making this a convenient base for a visit to Dublin. - Four-minute walk to Grafton Street
Rooms
Basic but clean guest rooms in a range of sizes
Guest rooms at Trinity Lodge are available as Singles, Doubles, Twins, Triples, and Quads. The rooms are clean and comfortable enough, done up in a simple style with few embellishments. Wall-to-wall carpeting in dark red covers the floors, while walls are painted a pale yellow or bright blue. There are signs of wear and tear in some rooms, like scuffed furniture, and some of the older rooms may have a more dated look. Most of the guest rooms are air-conditioned, and all are equipped with TVs (though some are old tube-style sets), electric kettles, safes, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms have a few handy extras like irons/ironing boards and trouser presses, which can also be requested. Bathrooms are fitted with shower stalls that may be a tight squeeze for some. They're stocked with hairdryers and free toiletries.
Features
Features limited to free breakfast and free Wi-Fi
This mid-range property offers limited features that include a free breakfast prepared with only organic products. It's served every day in the guest house dining room and features a selection of options: a buffet breakfast of organic fruit, yogurt, cereals, cheeses, breads, and pastries, or a hot cooked Irish breakfast of sausages, bacon, black and white pudding, baked beans, home fries, and scrambled or poached eggs. A vegetarian Irish breakfast is also available, as well as smoked salmon eggs benedict or homemade porridge. Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the property.
