🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland
Cliff Town House
📍 22, St. Stephen's Green, Dublin
Your stay — Cliff Town House
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The Property — Cliff Town House
A Georgian townhouse on a quiet terrace near the Grand Canal, with creaky floorboards, a wood-panelled breakfast room, and a small front garden. It feels like staying in a lived-in Dublin home rather than a chain hotel—modest but genuine. Best for budget-conscious solo travellers or couples who want a quiet base within walking distance of St. Stephen’s Green and the city centre.
Chronicles of Dublin
Dublin began as a Viking settlement around the 9th century, straddling the River Liffey. After the Norman invasion, it grew into a walled medieval city, then expanded rapidly in the 18th century with Georgian squares, wide streets, and red-brick terraces like the ones around Cliff Town House. The 1916 Easter Rising and subsequent independence shaped its modern identity, while the Celtic Tiger boom of the 1990s brought glass-sided offices and a youthful, cosmopolitan energy. Today, Dublin is a compact, walkable capital known for its literary pubs, tech headquarters, and stubbornly wet winters.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dublin guide →Best months
May, June, and September offer the best balance of mild, dry weather (15–20°C) and manageable tourist numbers, especially outside school-holiday peaks.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season, driven by school holidays, the Dublin Horse Show in August, and St. Patrick’s Festival in March. Hotel rates can double from shoulder-season lows; expect limited availability and loud streets near Temple Bar.
Budget shoulder season
Late April, early May, and September are ideal for lower prices, still-pleasant weather, and thinner crowds. October can also work if you don’t mind more rain and shorter days.
Weather & packing
Dublin’s climate is famously changeable: you can get four seasons in a single afternoon. Pack a waterproof jacket and one warm layer (fleece or jumper) even for a July visit—rain is common, but light, and you’ll shed layers when the sun appears.
Live City Briefing — Dublin
- Luas tram Green Line extension to Broombridge now fully operational, but check for planned weekend closures that affect city-centre routes.
- New public bike stations added around Grand Canal Dock; the Dublinbikes scheme remains the cheapest way to cover short distances.
- St. Stephen’s Green reopens after a summer programme of concerts and outdoor theatre—book free lawn tickets in advance.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Cliff Town House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the back courtyard. These are high enough to avoid street-level noise from St. Stephen's Green, and the rear orientation cuts traffic rumble. The hotel has no lift, so these floors are still walkable without excessive stairs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 facing St. Stephen's Green — traffic from the busy one-way system and pedestrian noise from the park carry straight in. Also avoid rooms near the stairwell on any floor, as footfall echoes up the narrow staircase.
Best views
Rooms at the front on floors 3-5 look directly onto St. Stephen's Green park — a proper city view of gardens and Georgian terraces. Rear rooms overlook mews buildings and backstreets, which is less scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — above street hubbub, below any roof-level maintenance, and far from the ground-floor reception and bar.
🔊 Noise notes
St Stephen's Green is a main traffic artery with buses and taxis from early morning until late evening. The hotel's ground-floor bar (if present) can generate noise into the small hours, especially on weekends. Bin collection on the street happens around 6am on weekdays.
Insider tips
1. If quiet sleep is your priority, book well in advance and call to confirm a top-floor rear room — they're usually the first to go. 2. No lift here: request floor 3 or 4 for a decent view without killing your legs, but pack light as you'll carry your bag up stairs.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Cliff Town House
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical download speed 40 Mbps, upload 10 Mbps; login via room number and surname.
One small lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) available on lobby iPad; no physical papers. Building is a restored 18th-century townhouse with original Georgian staircase and marble fireplaces in the lounge.
Check-in from 15:00; early check-in and bag drop from 08:00 if room ready (no guarantee). Late check-out until 14:00 costs €30, after 14:00 charged half-night rate.
Free luggage storage on arrival/departure in locked room behind reception.
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance; lift serves all floors; one step into shower in some rooms. Not fully wheelchair-adapted (door widths 75 cm).
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Q-Park Setanta Centre, 5-minute walk, €25 per 24 hours. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: VAT at 13.5% is included in listed rates; no extra city tax or resort fee.
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a €100 incidental hold per stay on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Unitarian Church (512 m · ~6 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Dublin Zen Centre (544 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: St Werburgh's (716 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Lord of the Harvest Church (845 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Stephen's Green Shopping Centre — 227 m · ~3 min walk
Dubh Linn Garden — 475 m · ~6 min walk
Civic Museum — 117 m · ~1 min walk
Gaiety Theatre — 149 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Permanent TSB — 81 m · ~1 min walk
Mercer — 187 m · ~2 min walk
Spar — 189 m · ~2 min walk
Tara Street — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and hotel exchange counters which mark up heavily.
Visa/Mastercard contactless widely accepted; Apple/Google Pay common; small stalls may be cash only.
Round up or leave 10% for good restaurant service; taxis round to nearest euro; hotel staff appreciated but not expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a bakery or cafe: around €3.
Soup and a sandwich from a deli or pub lunch special: about €10–12.
Pub main course (e.g. fish and chips): roughly €15–18.
Temple Bar area food market on weekends; try food trucks along Grafton Street for €8–12 takeaways.
Tesco, Lidl, Aldi – all within walking distance of St Stephen's Green.
High street chains on Grafton Street; Penneys (Primark) for basics at low prices.
Leap Card for bus/tram day cap ~€8; from airport take Aircoach (€7–10) or 16 bus (€2.50 contactless).
Get a Leap Card for capped fares; avoid dining directly on Grafton Street – side streets are cheaper; grocery shops for picnic supplies to eat in the Green.
Good to know — Dublin
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Emergency Contacts
Dublin999 and 112 both work for any emergency in Ireland. 112 is the EU-wide number. For non-urgent police matters in Dublin, call the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Dublin, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Cliff Town House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Permanent TSB — 81 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Mercer — 187 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
City Center (after airport transfer) → Throughout Dublin neighborhoods
💡 Get a Leap Card (€5, reloadable) for seamless tram/bus travel. Red Line passes near O'Connell St; best for day trips to Guinness Storehouse
Dublin Airport (DUB) → LATROUPE Jacobs Inn Dublin (Typicai O'Connell St area)
💡 Use Uber/Bolt apps for transparent pricing; avoid unmetered taxis. Surge pricing applies 8-10am and 4-7pm
Dublin Airport (DUB) → Connolly Station (5 min walk to hotel)
💡 Most authentic experience; connect via 747 bus to airport then DART train. Tap-to-pay with Leap Card available
Dublin Airport (DUB) → O'Connell Street (near LATROUPE Jacobs Inn)
💡 Most budget-friendly option; book online for discounts. Luggage space is generous
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Cliff Town House?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the back courtyard. These are high enough to avoid street-level noise from St. Stephen's Green, and the rear orientation cuts traffic rumble. The hotel has no lift, so these floors are still walkable without excessive stairs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Cliff Town House?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 facing St. Stephen's Green — traffic from the busy one-way system and pedestrian noise from the park carry straight in. Also avoid rooms near the stairwell on any floor, as footfall echoes up the narrow staircase.
Is Cliff Town House noisy?
St Stephen's Green is a main traffic artery with buses and taxis from early morning until late evening. The hotel's ground-floor bar (if present) can generate noise into the small hours, especially on weekends. Bin collection on the street happens around 6am on weekdays.
Which rooms have the best views at Cliff Town House?
Rooms at the front on floors 3-5 look directly onto St. Stephen's Green park — a proper city view of gardens and Georgian terraces. Rear rooms overlook mews buildings and backstreets, which is less scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Cliff Town House?
1. If quiet sleep is your priority, book well in advance and call to confirm a top-floor rear room — they're usually the first to go. 2. No lift here: request floor 3 or 4 for a decent view without killing your legs, but pack light as you'll carry your bag up stairs.
What time is check-in at Cliff Town House?
Check-in at Cliff Town House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Cliff Town House have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical download speed 40 Mbps, upload 10 Mbps; login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Cliff Town House?
VAT at 13.5% is included in listed rates; no extra city tax or resort fee.
Where can I eat cheaply near Cliff Town House?
Soup and a sandwich from a deli or pub lunch special: about €10–12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Cliff Town House?
Leap Card for bus/tram day cap ~€8; from airport take Aircoach (€7–10) or 16 bus (€2.50 contactless).
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
May, June, and September offer the best balance of mild, dry weather (15–20°C) and manageable tourist numbers, especially outside school-holiday peaks.
Top Attractions in Dublin
💡 Enter from the Fusiliers' Arch side and walk clockwise – the quieter eastern end has fewer tourists and more shade.
💡 Skip the guided tour – the free areas cover the best bits. The library's roof terrace has good city views and is often overlooked.
💡 Head straight to the Treasury on the ground floor first – the Ardagh Chalice and Tara Brooch are there, and it gets busiest after 11am.
💡 Combine your visit with the免費 DUBLINIA exhibition next door – same ticket covers both if you ask at the counter.
💡 Book online at least two days ahead – same-day tickets sell out by 10am. Go on the first tour of the day to avoid crowds.