NO 9 RATHGAR, Dublin

The property lies in a quiet, leafy residential area, a 12-minute walk from Saint Luke's Hospital and a 5-minute drive. A bus stop just 50-60 metres away serves routes 14, 15, 15b, and 65b, reaching the city centre and Temple Bar in about 20 minutes. Walking into central Dublin takes about 40 minutes. The neighbourhood is well served with supermarkets, pharmacies, and several restaurants within a 5-minute walk, including Spice Guru Rathgar, Bijou, and Kanum Thai. Free on-site parking is available but limited and on a first-come, first-served basis; on-street metered parking is available nearby. Dublin Airport is 17 km away. The location is practical for visitors to Saint Luke's Hospital, CYM Bowling Club (15 minutes' walk), and for those wanting a quieter stay with easy bus access.

The property offers single, double, and twin rooms, each furnished with a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Many rooms have a wardrobe, safe deposit box, and tumble dryer. While some rooms are spacious and bright, others-especially basement rooms-can be compact, with limited natural light, poor ventilation, and noise from the hallway or adjoining rooms. Window openings are restricted, which can make rooms hot and humid; a fan is provided but may not be sufficient. The television may only show 3 satellite channels in some units, and the safe and coffee machine have been reported as non-functional in some cases. The sink is located in the bedroom rather than the bathroom in several room types. Bed configurations: queen-size beds (150 x 200 cm) in doubles, with some small doubles requiring climbing over a partner to get out. Cleanliness has varied, with some reports of dusty rooms and stained carpets. Overall, accommodation best suits travellers prioritising location and private facilities over modern decor and consistency.

The property does not provide breakfast, but it has a partnership with local eateries offering a 10-15% discount on breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The lounge contains a microwave, kettle, coffee machine, and a full-size fridge for guest use. Within a 5-minute walk, guests will find a range of restaurants including Spice Guru Rathgar, Bijou, Kanum Thai, Mehek, The Revolution, I Monelli Authentic Italian Restaurant, and Lumanti of Nepal. A large supermarket is also within walking distance for self-catering supplies. In-room coffee and tea are provided via an espresso machine and electric kettle.

All rooms have free Wi-Fi. Parking is limited to a free first-come, first-served space on site; on-street metered parking is available nearby. Luggage storage is free, as is daily housekeeping but must be requested. The shared lounge features a TV area, microwave, kettle, coffee machine, and fridge. Safety features include CCTV, smoke alarms, key card access, and a safety deposit box. A fax/photocopying service is available for an additional charge. The property is fully self check-in with codes sent by email-there is no reception desk, so all communication is via phone or email. Check-out is 10:00, with later options subject to availability. Accessibility: steps at the entrance, but some rooms on the ground floor have no steps.