This is a very beautiful hotel, close to the centre of town, really friendly staff, and the best hotel breakfast I've ever had. The room was small but gorgeous, and the bed sooo comfortable. I also liked the nice small touches like the pretty cups and saucers and gorgeous toiletries. This hotel understands that it's attention to the small details that make for a really great stay.
We also enjoyed some amazing cocktails in the bar. I was a bit worried when I booked this hotel that the style might be a bit dated now that it has been open a few years, so I was delighted that it is as cool as ever! It was a special experience staying there, I will definitely go back.

I arrived in Dublin the morning of my 38th birthday. Tired, I made my way to the Morrison I'd luck out and be able to check in early. No luck. So, I spent a few hours at the lobby bar and enjoyed a few pints of Guinness and good service from a friendly bartender.

The hotel does have a hipster feel to it but everyone was friendly and committed to service. The location is tough to beat.

Each morning I had breakfast at a spot about a half block away (see my photos) at a place called Panem. Everything was made fresh and the prices are low. It is only open in the morning. I enjoyed it not only for the excellent quiche, fresh squeezed oj, excellent coffee and the warm smile from the owner each morning.

After reading some of the more negative reviews posted, I was concerned how our stay would be. I'm happy to say that it was much better than expected.

The only legitimate negative observation I thought was accurate was that the hotel could use a little sprucing up. A few points though:

I have no idea what people are talking about when it comes to the lighting. Yes, the hallways and common areas are dimly lit, but the lighting in the rooms is perfectly fine.

The staff could not have been nicer. They were gracious, helpful, and even turned down a gratuity after I screwed up the safe by saying "Thank you, but that's not necessary. That's what we're here for." Thank you, warm staff at The Morrison.

I also read about people complaining about the plumbing. Again, we had no problem. It's definitely European plumbing (versus the cascades of water us Americans may be used to), but everything worked perfectly fine and was consistent with what we experienced throughout Ireland.

Lastly, the location really is very good. I hadn't been to Ireland in several years, and Temple Bar is like a theme park of sorts. We were very happy to be just over the bridge from all of it. Every major site and attraction on the south side was well within walking distance.

All in, a very nice stay.

I am sorry, but after staying at the Morrison Hotel, I believe that the previous reviewer was having a bad time and has taken it out on the Morrison!

I have never stayed in a more welcome, energetic and beautiful hotel as the Morrison Hotel. The girls on reception (Kate in particular) greated me with a smile and made me feel at home. I asked if possible to have a room away from the lift as I was a light sleeper and she gladly obliged. I even got a call 10 minutes later to see if all was OK with the room.

That evening, I decided to dine in their restaurant but unfortunately it was fully booked. The concierge, Cormac was very helpful though and recommended a fabolous restaurant. They too were fully booked, but after some persuasion they accepted the booking. He called us a cab which arrived within minutes wished us an enjoyable evening.

Breakfast was fantastic and what made it more special was the "genuine" hello and smile from the girls (sorry, I can only remember Vladka and Miate) when I arrived.

The concierge that morning, Simon was extremely helpful as I was not sure what to do during the day. He recommended many options and I felt I could ask him about anything.

I had drinks in the bar that night with some of my colleagues and to get such great service in a very busy bar was amazing. The Morrison may even get some new business as a result!

All in all, I had a marvelous stay and will definately be back in the future. I would recommend all to dis-reguard the previous "complaint" as it does not paint a true picture of the Morrison in any way!