3 Iona Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 Dublin, Ireland
#26 of 167 B&Bs and Inns in Dublin
Guests' ChoiceBased on 32 B&B reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Jane
AustraliaIf you don’t like stairs this property has stairs.
Having my own bathroom and being in a traditional red brick home. Being close to the bus into town. Loved having the botanic gardens a share walk away. Food Orion nearby. Bernie went out of her way to make my stay an excellent one.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 July 2025
Irene
United StatesEverything was great! Bernie is a wonderful host
It was very pretty and in a nice quiet suburb. I felt very welcome, the house is nicely appointed and cozy. I am very happy to have stayed there and definitely will stay again. The bedding and linens were very comfortable, very pretty and everything was very clean. I was only there for one night and Bernie was very helpful with arranging a taxi back to Dublin airport. The location is also very convenient by bus.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 5 May 2025
Gina
SwitzerlandThe mattress was a bit on the bouncy side for my liking. I had to put the incense sticks out on the window sill as I found the smell very strong and it reminded me slightly of cigarette smoke. Once I’d put the increase outside, it wasn’t an issue anymore.
Clean and quiet, nice location within an easy bus ride to the centre, friendly and helpful host. I’d definitely come back.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 3 April 2025
Allison
United StatesReally cozy little spot, especially nice in the single room with private bathroom. Host accommodated late check-in with clear instructions and was super helpful and sweet. Little outside of the city centre
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 30 March 2025
Debbie
CanadaTraditional Irish home with very comfortable beds, fabulous location surrounding by grocery stores, excellent pubs serving good food and the best Guinness! Access to City bus and Taxi. Bernie is a gracious host, extremely helpful, providing good tips and info on tours, restaurants and bus routes. I highly recommend staying at the Botanic B&B. Thank you Bernie!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 8 March 2025
Philomena
United KingdomThe only thing I did not like was there was no access to a toilet downstairs. But that was mainly because my friend could not do the stairs often.
Loved the location, the breakfast room and the room was spacious and comfortable. Good shower to and comfortable bed.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 24 November 2024
Michele
New ZealandBernie was lovely and so welcoming. The bedroom was comfortable, clean and quiet.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 11 November 2024
Jack
United StatesBernie was an amazing host. She was very easy to contact, and was quick to respond. She took the time to take out a map and show us all of the best spots to hit around the area and in the city. Comfy room, exactly what we were looking for. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 17 October 2024
Megan
IrelandWe stayed in Dublin spontaneously for the Rugby match and found that B&B last minute. The location was very handy, a couple of minutes from Croke Park, but very quiet and really nice. The hosts very absolutely friendly and helpful. The room was small, but beautiful, absolutely comfortable and with a private bathroom. We would stay there anytime again!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Strnisa
NetherlandsThe owner is extremely kind and helpful. The room is clean and tidy with everything you need. The beds are comfortable... The breakfast is excellent, an excellent price-quality ratio.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 July 2023
Anne
IrelandExcellent friendly owner
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 16 April 2023
Antonio
SpainI loved the structure.
Berni is a fantastic woman. Very welcoming and willing to help.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 29 March 2023
Oksana
GermanyBreakfast could be serve a bit better. To put cereals directly from big plastic bag to my small plate was not very comfortable. Like I said location is not very in the center, so I used taxi.
The hotel is located a bit far from center, but its around 30 min by foot. The host is very nice woman, she try to help and can provide hints depends what you wanna see in the City. The room was big and nice, bed was big and comfortable. The adapter for my phone was also provided, it is useful. Internet worked, continental breakfast was fine.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 28 March 2023
Andrew
United KingdomNothing, I can’t recommend this B&B highly enough.
I booked this B&B at the last moment to add a few days in Dublin following a work trip to Limerick. I didn’t have any particular expectations but I was delighted with my stay. The hosts were very friendly and offered advice on things to see on arrival, something I hadn’t researched myself. The room was very clean, the bed was comfortable and it was very quiet - I slept better than I do at home. The location was perfect - close to Glasnevin Cemetery and the Botanic Gardens and it took me less than half an hour to walk into the city centre. For those not keen on the walk, there are excellent bus connections to Dublin Airport and the city centre, which are much cheaper than taxis or driving. One tip, buy a Leap card, which you can load with credit to use on public transport throughout Ireland - it’s much easier than having to have the right cash fare ready. I don’t usually eat breakfast but I did on this trip and it was excellent. I had the full Irish breakfast (similar to a full English) and it filled me up for the whole day. I spent my days exploring Dublin city centre and had my evening meal at a local pub. There are plenty of places to eat within easy walking distance and if you want a takeaway (again, many choices) you can, just eat it downstairs, not in your room. I have never written a review for somewhere I’ve stayed before but on this occasion I felt I had to because I was so pleased with my stay and thankful for an alternative to the overpriced hotels closer to the city centre. I got home last night and I’m already wishing I could go back! Lovely hosts, lovely room, delicious breakfast, great location - if you can get a booking at this Bed & Breakfast, I’m sure you won’t be disappointed!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 12 February 2023
Alessandro
ItalyConvenient location to reach the city, very kind owners and very clean room. In the future I will definitely return to this B&B
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Olayinka
IrelandRhe hotel was a bit pricy for the short stay.
The room was clean and tidy. The area is close to my work.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 18 March 2025
Andrena
AustraliaIf you're a smoker, then it could be the right place to stay for you. The first thing that hit me was the smell of smoke when I first walked in. There was a wall socket coming away from the wall which I forgot to mention to owners.
Bedroom clean bed comfy.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 17 October 2024
Tiragalo
BotswanaPoor internet connection.Blankets were not comfortable but good
warm welcome Good assistance to find taxis and locate shops There were always there to assist
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 17 October 2024
Anne
IrelandSmall shower. Difficult to find as no B&B sign
Central location close to bus stop. Quiet
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 23 September 2023
O'gorman
IrelandTV didn't work. Did not want to disturb owner as she had covid.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 21 September 2023
Glenda
AustraliaRoom very small
Great spot
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Anonymous
United KingdomI had a lovely, pleasant stay at the Botanic View. The location was easily accessible to the city centre, with plenty of pubs, restaurants, take aways. The beautiful National Botanic Gardens is a short walk too. Bernie was very helpful and friendly and made me feel welcomed.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Richard
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 June 2025
Hilliard
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in June 2025
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