I stayed here during an overnight business trip. I arrived after dark and left early the next morning but despite my short visit, I was impressed the the beautifically restored combination of 4 old townhouses and the attached garden wing. The public rooms and guest rooms are all very nicely layed out. I liked the private club atmosphere of the Bar 23 and the nearby drawing rooms.

I had a room in the more modern garden wing overlooking the garden area and its fountains. The room was comfortable with a modern, white marble bathroom with both a tub and shower. Free wifi was provided in the room.

The service was very attentive. I was in the Bar 23, asked for directions to the Cellar restaurant and was personally led down the hall and right to the elevator. All the service staff were equally courteous and responsive in every way.

I had dinner at the Cellar Restuarant (in an old wine cellar). Food was delicious, service great.

Walked by a beuatiful looking spa with what apeared to be a large pool.

My partner and I spent two nights at the Merrion in late January and would happily return. We stayed in the original part of the hotel which is definitely the nicer section. There is a newer section and those rooms are quite average in comparison (we had massages and my treatment room was in the newer section of the hotel)...we chose a deluxe junior suite which while a bit pricey was worth it...the room was gigantic with a seating area, king bed and 15 foot+ high ceilings. The marble bathroom was great with separate shower and tub (though the shower was more like a small phone booth. There is a Michelin star restaurant (which we didn't have the pleasure of trying, Dublin's only two-star restaurant I think) and a more casual restaurant which was pretty mediocre. But we did enjoy high tea in the bar (you have to reserve in advance to enjoy tea in the parlor rooms which are nice and with fireplaces) which was great fun. The location is great and the staff very friendly. We would definitely return.

Favourite hotel in Dublin. Staff are courteous, attentive, friendly and yet discreet. Main lounge area is beautiful, subtle and understated and full of art to admire. Very convenient (5 minutes walk from Grafton Street) to best shopping and entertainment in Dublin. Thoroughly recommend. Have spent several very enjoyable, relaxing weekend breaks in Merrion and will continue to return.

There is something very special about staying and relaxing in grand ancient and luxurious rooms of a true Old Dublin Residence. Restored so gracefully, American visitors will tell you in detail about this fantastic experience but really its a pleasure us Irish should avail of more. The Merrion offers all that is wonderful about Dublin hospitality.