ANNANDALE HOUSE, Dublin

Annandale House sits in the residential area of Drumcondra, about 3 km from Dublin city centre and Temple Bar. The nearest bus stop is a five-minute walk away, with services every few minutes that reach O'Connell Street in 10 to 15 minutes. The last bus back to the area departs the centre at 23:30. Dublin Airport is a 10-minute drive away; a taxi from the airport costs around 20 EUR, and a taxi from the city centre is about 12 EUR. The property is also 3 km from Croke Park Stadium and 15 minutes by car from Dublin Ferry Port and the coast. A short walk leads to local pubs, restaurants, a supermarket and a convenience store, making self-catering easy.

Room categories vary in size, with some described as compact and others as reasonably spacious. Rooms with garden views typically have a seating area, soundproof walls and streaming services. All rooms are on the second floor, and the quadruple family room is up two flights of stairs without a lift. Single-use bathroom amenities are provided, and electric kettles, irons and hairdryers are standard. The accommodation is suitable for adults and children over 10. No extra beds or cots can be added. Some rooms have skylight windows that provide natural light but may have a lowered ceiling. Room comfort is generally well-rated, though the smallest units have limited space for luggage and movement.

Breakfast is served from 08:30 and costs 15 EUR per person (a price of 10 EUR has also been reported on site). Options include a Full English/Irish breakfast made to order, with continental items such as bread, pastries, tea and coffee. Guests write their breakfast preference the night before. The dining room is shared and opens onto a garden. There is no restaurant or bar at the property, but guests are welcome to bring takeaway or supermarket food into their rooms. Several pubs and restaurants are within a 5- to 15-minute walk, including Brass Onion Bistro (0.5 km) and Eddie Rockets City Diner (1 km). The nearest bus stop provides quick access to the wider city dining scene.

Wi-Fi is free in all areas and generally reliable. Free public parking is available at a location nearby without a reservation; on-site parking is possible but limited to availability and not guaranteed. Luggage storage can be arranged from 10:00 on arrival, allowing morning city visits before check-in. Express check-in/out is free, and a private check-in/out system is in place. There is no lift, and rooms are only on the second floor, which may be challenging for those with mobility needs. The property has fire extinguishers and smoke alarms. No laundry facilities, business centre, or shuttle service are provided.