This is the perfect place to stay in Dublin.

I cannot say that it is home from home as nobody gets such an excellent breakfast if they stay at our place!

Everyone was very friendly and helpful, recommending good places to visit and restaurants to eat in.

We wanted to book somewhere special in Dublin for a weekend treat to celebrate a special 50th birthday (mine unfortunately but never mind!) and as it was our first visit to Dublin we were a bit unsure where to book. Consulted trip adviser and thought so many people can't be wrong about number 31. Booked a 2 night stay11th and 12th May and we were not disappointed. From the moment of our arrival we were absolutely wowed by the place - it was everything we were hoping
for and more. All the decoration and renovation mentioned in previous
reviews was completed and our room was gorgeous - everything new and luxurious. We couldn't fault anything, a very warm welcome, more than
helpful with advising where to visit, best restaurants etc and the best breakfast ever. We did have a bit of a problem finding the place - in the rain unfortunately - and I would certainly make sure you get directions from the owners on how to get there from the aircoach drop off point but once we arrived a bit damp admittedly! we
were seated by the log fire and served coffee and home made cookies and then shown to our lovely room. A truly lovely place and we would certainly recommend it if you are looking for something a bit special.

We found heaven in Dublin at Number 31 - bed and breakfast accommodation unlike anything else in Ireland that we experienced. Arriving tired and deflated from a previous experience, we were offered afternoon tea before we even arranged to stay there. The welcome was genuine and warm. As we sat by the fire we rejoiced in what we had found. Then we were taken to the most luxurious room, down-filled pillows and doona and exquisitely comfortable bed. Breakfast is an art form at No 31, very generous with the widest freshest range of choice experienced anywhere in our three week stay.

As we reluctantly set off on our touring journey, the wonderful Noel sat with us and planned our trip with wise advice and good humour and we can thank him for making our holiday memorable. He explained the best places to go and why, spending over half an hour with us at a busy breakfast time.

Nothing is trouble to Noel and Anne. We returned to Dublin to depart from Ireland and wanted to eat out on our last night but the room was so utterly everything you could hope for, we stayed in simply to enjoy it. Our best memories in Ireland are of No 31 and we travelled far and wide. It also eclipsed our experiences in Madrid and Paris - which is saying something. If anyone wants to be spoilt, to really relax and enjoy quality accommodation from lovely warm hosts, you cannot go past No. 31 and its hosts Noel and Anne. Mind you, it is hard to leave. Vanessa and Peter Crimmins

We loved our stay at Number 31! The hotel is really a cross between a hotel and a bread and breakfast. It is small and intimate and very friendly.

After a long flight, we arrived early in the morning. We were warmly welcomed and served breakfast while our room was being prepared. No problem about arriving hours too early! The breakfast alone is worth coming here! The standard Irish is always available, but also so many other choices. The breads and jams are all homemade, as are the two types of granola. Bowls and bowls of fruit salads were available each day. I could keep going on...

The hotel was just finishing up refurbishement when we were there. The entance was being worked, but I am sure it will be lovely when finished. The rooms were magnificent! Our's had a seating area and then the bedroom. Feather beds with crisp linens and lots of down pillows invited sleep. The bathroom was all in marble and all new! Quite lovely. Everythng was spotless.

The two drawbacks to the hotel are that the evening staff, while very friendly and accomondating, did not know Dublin as well as the day staff. So, for specific questions about attractions, we needed to be sure to ask during the day. Also, our room did not have a tv, which we would have liked for morning news and weather. I forgot to ask, but I wouldn't be surprised if the tv's are coming as part of refurbishement. They were almost finished when I was there, but had a bit to go.

Overall, a wonderful stay. Close enough to walk to Grafton St, Trinity, Temple Bar, etc.. We also discovered a great night life right in this area. We would definitely go back.