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The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Bray Beach

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Cafe
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Cafe
The Selfish Giant
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • In-room childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library
  • Reception fireplace
Feel at home
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov

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  • 19 sq m
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  • 18 sq m
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  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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  • Ocean view
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  • 16 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
73 Strand Rd, Bray, County Wicklow

What's nearby

  • Bray Beach - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Killruddery House and Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Powerscourt Estate - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Beacon Hospital - 12 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Leopardstown Racecourse - 13 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 44 min drive
  • Dublin Shankill Station - 9 min drive
  • Bray Station - 10 min walk
  • Dublin Killiney Station - 12 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Butler & Barry - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finnbees Coffee House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Vergnano 1882 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Macari's Food Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Catalyst Coffee - Beach - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde

Situated by the ocean, The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde is a great choice for a stay in Bray. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • On-site self-parking (EUR 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • On-site parking is limited

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–noon
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach

Working away

  • Co-working spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Television in common areas
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Handrails in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 200 per stay

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 20.00 for adults and EUR 15.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 125 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 25 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 1 and 18 costs EUR 1 (one-way)

Parking

  • Self-parking costs EUR 10 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Strand Hotel former Home Oscar Wilde Caffe Vergnano 1882
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?
Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 10 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 125 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of EUR 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 25 (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Bray Beach (2-min walk) and Powerscourt Estate (6 mi), along with Leopardstown Racecourse (8 mi) and Beacon Hospital (8.7 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde like?
The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde is a short 10-minute walk from Bray Station and 2 minutes' walk from Bray Beach.

The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel with èxcellent views. Restaurant had an excellent choice of food and drinks. Parking can be a bit tricky with limited space £10 for 24hrs if staying at the hotel.
Mr M, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alexander, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cute place to stay. Our room was smaller, but had enough space.
Kathryn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Allison, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay away from the bustle of Dublin
From check in to check out, everything was wonderful. Great little town, great establishment and fantastic staff! Best cappuccino I’ve ever had as well. Dinner was good at Wilde’s and the wait staff was phenomenal!
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the location...only downside was not many food locations open late unless u wanted a pub and bar. Other then that top notch!!
4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

John, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such an amazing place to stay, right next to the ocean with a bunch of dining options. Would absolutely book with them again.
Joshua, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Cery
Bray has few hotels making this one able to charge £240 a night for very basic accommodation. Clean but quite basic.
Miss, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Service and breakfast pretty disappointing
Good location, limited parking and non included with the staying. Dated room Shocking breakfast. Very limited choice so we went for the poached eggs. Boiled eggs were served instead. We made the waiter aware those weren’t poached eggs but boiled eggs. He said “they’re just harder”. Yeah right. We asked for yogurt and granola instead and they charged us nearly 20€ for those.
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Hotel restaurant staff were argumentive. We ordered a Marguerita Pizza and got a Cheese Pizza. * Bathroom had a terrible sewer smell. * The room itself was pleasant and clean.
Sheila, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Tony, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Fantastic location in Bray. Helpful staff. Our room was small but nice. Overall a lovely stay!
Shannon, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The number one point of this fabulous hotel is Raj and his staff. They will do anything to accommodate and I mean anything. The room is spacious and clean, the complimentary breakfast is just what you need on Ireland. The location and view is breathtaking, minutes from the train and buses. To underline Raj is terrific
Paul, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Luisa, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel
The hotel was lovely with different options for food and drinks. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. The views from the hotel were spectacular.
John, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kevin, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very friendly and attentive ….food was excellent location was perfect.
Anne, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Lovely staff, no elevator so lots of stairs to climb, great curry restaurant attached, overall a little worn around the edges.
Randi, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

fabulous location, good night’s sleep. Very friendly breakfast staff. Would have like a working TV in room. Breakfast start before 8am would help guests. I do not expect towels to be changed daily when I have hung up to reuse.
Tracey, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The hotel is in a beautiful location. We had a few issues with our room upon arrival that could have been handled a bit better. The food was incredible, but we wish the same care was given to some of the hotel facilities.
Elizabeth, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The location was decent, but there were issues. The towel warmer in the bathroom was dripping water on the floor, which wasn't a huge issue. The biggest problem was the noise. On the first night we heard what sounded like someone moving furniture for hours above us. The second night, in addition to the furniture moving noises, there was loud dance music being played, I think at the restaurant on the property (we didn'tleaveour room to investigate). We barely got any sleep. Had we known that the place turned into a club on Friday nights, we wouldn't have booked.
Donna, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Krystal, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Adrian, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Moheb, 1-night trip
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