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About the Hotel

Northwood Park, Santry Demesne, Santry, Ireland, No postal

Located within the serene 34.5 hectare Northwood Park, the Holiday Inn Express Dublin-Airport offers guests convenient access to Dublin Airport, just 5 km away. This contemporary hotel is heralded for its affordability and family-friendly atmosphere. It features 214 modern guest rooms equipped with essential amenities, making it a popular choice for travelers. The hotel ensures a welcoming environment with a focus on cleanliness and customer service.

Location

The Holiday Inn Express is situated just 3 km from Dublin Airport, making it easily accessible for travelers. A public bus service operates from the hotel's entrance, offering a direct route to Dublin City Centre. The hotel also features a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport, enhancing convenience for guests. Nearby attractions include major landmarks, shopping, and local dining options.

Rooms

The hotel houses 214 contemporary guest rooms, including 114 that feature Queen Size beds. Room amenities include interactive smart TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, and comfortable bedding options. Each room is designed for convenience, offering a workspace, bedside outlets, and air conditioning. Families can benefit from double rooms equipped with sofa beds for added accommodation.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served daily in the Great Room, with hot options available on weekdays and weekends. Guests can unwind at the hotel's lounge bar, Cinnabar, which offers a selection of bar food and craft beers. Additionally, the close proximity to the adjacent Crowne Plaza Dublin-Airport allows guests to access wider dining options, including the Asian-inspired Touzai Restaurant.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides a 24-hour reception and a spacious lounge area for relaxation. Business travelers can take advantage of the conference facilities available at the adjacent Crowne Plaza, which includes meeting rooms and professional services. Guests can also enjoy leisure amenities that include nearby golf courses and public transportation access for exploring Dublin.

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12 m²

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Santry 1.2 km

Airports

Dublin (DUB) 3.8 km

Train

Killester Station 4.4 km

Harmonstown Station 4.6 km

Bus

Bus stop400 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“The room was incredibly spacious, allowing me to relax comfortably after a long day of travel.” view full review

Buffet Bliss

“The breakfast buffet was spectacular with a variety of fresh and delicious options that I wish I could have enjoyed longer.” view full review

Thoughtful Breakfast Packs

“I appreciated the breakfast pack they prepared for us since we had an early flight; it was a nice touch that made our morning easier.” view full review

Great Bathroom Size

“The bathroom was impressively large and well-equipped, making it a comfortable space for getting ready.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Internet access
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Free airport shuttle
Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Air conditioning
Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Northwood Park, Santry Demesne, Santry, Ireland, No postal

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Northwood Park, Santry Demesne, Santry, Ireland, No postal

City landmarks

Shopping Area

Omni Park Shopping Centre

1.4 km

Kart City Raceway

Kart City Ltd

750 m

Park

Albert College Park

2.6 km

Market

MACE Beaumount

2.2 km

Cemetery

Glasnevin Cemetery Museum

4.3 km

Garden

National Botanic Gardens

4.0 km

Malahide Rd

Casino at Marino

3.9 km

Poppintree Glasnevin

Poppintree Park

3.3 km

Finglas Village Crossroads Finglas

McKee Memorial

3.5 km

11 Church St

Finglas Abbey

3.5 km

Botanic Road Dublin 9

Our Lady of Dolours

3.8 km

Clancarthy Rd

Parnell Park

3.9 km

Castle

Dublin Castle

7.0 km

Mall

Clarehall Shopping Centre

4.3 km

Church

St Canice's Church

4.1 km

Charlestown

4.1 km

Park

Fairview park

4.5 km

Church

St. Mary of the Angels Church

4.1 km

University

Trinity College Dublin

6.7 km

Church

St Doulagh's Church

4.5 km

Church

St. Mary's Chapel of Ease

4.7 km

Santry Demesne Park

Santry Community Garden

4.5 km

College Green Trinity College Dublin

The Book of Kells and the Old Library Exhibition

6.8 km

Museum

Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane

5.7 km

Museum

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

6.2 km

Museum

Irish Whiskey Museum

6.8 km

Art object

Brendan behan's statue

4.9 km

Gardiner Street

4.7 km

Monument

The Spire

6.1 km

Nearby

Temple Gardens Henrietta St

The Hungry Tree

340 m

Restaurants

Little Venice

380 m

Santry

Morton's

1.1 km

Station Building

Dee's Cafe

470 m

10 C Santry Hall

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

liked the hotel and would stay again

friendly staff

good meat

small room

messy facilities

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

7.7

Location

7.5

Service

8.1

Dining

7.6

Arthur

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The room was clean and spacious, offering a comfortable queen-size bed. However, there was ongoing construction during my visit. The service was excellent with friendly staff and a good breakfast. The hotel's location was convenient for my needs, being close to Dublin Airport and adjacent to a nice parkland setting.

Rooms

8.0

The room showed some wear but was clean and wide, equipped with a queen-size bed. It was simple yet comfortable and clean.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch. The staff was friendly and accommodating, even fetching us in the middle of the night when our flight was delayed.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was very convenient, being adjacent to Dublin Airport. However, it was next to a construction area, which was a downside.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good, with excellent food ready early in the morning for our flight.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered useful facilities such as room service and a free airport shuttle, which added to the overall convenience of the stay.

Gerry

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.2/10

I was pleasantly surprised by this hotel. The rooms were well laid out and spacious, although my room was very small with nowhere to rest my luggage. But overall, I was impressed at how clean and well-equipped the room was.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were well laid out and spacious compared to some, although mine was very small with no place to rest my luggage. They were in very good condition and very clean.

Service

9.0

The staff were welcoming and helpful. I appreciated their assistance about a shuttle back to the airport the next morning. They were really helpful and friendly overall.

Location

7.0

The location was nice, being so close to the airport and offering shuttle service. However, it would be better if it was cordoned off partially from the guests entering and leaving from the reception area.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was superb and buffet style. I found it to be a pleasant and enjoyable experience with a good selection, including a continental breakfast.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were good, with the big bonus of a bus shuttle that takes you comfortably to the airport in just 15 minutes. The hotel had comfortable rooms and a great breakfast selection.

John

United States, March 2024

7.4/10

The hotel's location is superb, with easy access to the airport and great for a late night flight arrival. The small but comfortable room was all I needed for an overnight stay. The service was extremely friendly and helpful about shuttle options, but some areas could be better cordoned off. The morning dining experience was good and very much appreciated, offering nice and clean surroundings with good meat. However, the facilities were in a mess, which was a downside.

Rooms

8.0

The room was small but comfortable, all that was required for the overnight stay.

Service

9.0

The service was extremely friendly and helpful about shuttle options.

Location

8.0

The location was great for a late night flight arrival.

Dining

7.0

The morning dining experience was good and very much appreciated, offering nice and clean surroundings with good meat.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were in a mess.

friendly staff

small room

Emily

United States, March 2024

8.4/10

I had a fantastic stay at the hotel. The rooms were really comfortable and very clean, and we even received a lovely bag breakfast along with a warm welcome from all the staff who left a bottle of wine and a card in our room.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were really comfortable and very clean. I loved the extra touch of the bag breakfast provided. The warm welcome with a bottle of wine and a card added a personal touch to the stay.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch during our stay. Fernando was especially helpful given the chaos outside with the blizzard. The staff's attention to detail, like the personalized welcome, made the experience even better.

Location

8.0

The location is perfect for those with early morning flights, with a free shuttle to and from the airport. Being across from a lovely park added to the peaceful ambiance of the area.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were basic but adequate.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were well-maintained, offering services like room service, dry cleaning, laundry, and a free airport shuttle. The hotel excelled in providing a comfortable and convenient experience.

Martin

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.0/10

The hotel provided spacious rooms with comfortable beds and a bag breakfast, though the heating control took a while to start working. The service was friendly and accommodating, especially from Renata at reception and staff during breakfast. The location was convenient for transportation but hindered by ongoing construction. The dining experience offered a variety of delicious options. Overall, a good value for the money.

Rooms

7.0

The room was very spacious and had everything we needed for an overnight stay, but the initial coldness took time to adjust.

Service

8.0

The service was helpful, and the staff readily answered all inquiries.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location was good for accessing public transport to and from the airport and city center, though the ongoing construction was a drawback.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was absolutely fantastic with a lot of yummy options.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were under construction, seriously needing repair.

Herbert

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.2/10

The hotel offers clean and functional rooms, with very friendly and attentive service. The location is near the airport with a nice park nearby, making it convenient for travelers. The dining experience provides fresh, hot, and delicious meals. However, the check-in process lacked efficiency, and the atmosphere was not vibrant.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms, though small, were very functional and clean.

Service

9.0

The staff went above and beyond, showing great hospitality.

Location

7.0

The hotel's proximity to the airport and a nice park makes it convenient for travelers.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience offered fresh and delicious meals.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides excellent dining facilities.

George

United Kingdom, November 2023

5.0/10

The hotel room was quite small and expensive at nearly 200 €, which was disappointing. However, the warm welcome from the staff with a bottle of wine and a card was a nice touch. The lack of space to move around or place luggage was a downside.

Rooms

5.0

The room was very small, making it challenging to put anything anywhere or even move around comfortably. The warm welcome with a bottle of wine from the staff was a lovely gesture.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking in hygiene, and there were issues with communication and assistance. Rekeying the room card multiple times, struggling with an adapter, and being directed to use an ineffective USB port were frustrating experiences.

Location

8.0

The location was excellent, especially for early morning flights, being conveniently close to the airport entrance. The proximity to other amenities like the adjacent Crowne Plaza was a bonus.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience had its flaws with a malfunctioning toaster, hard bacon, and delays in replenishing food. However, there was a varied choice available, and the buffet style was enjoyable.

Facilities

5.0

warm welcome

lack of space

Andrew

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was really comfortable and enjoyable. The rooms were clean and had everything I needed, though it was a bit noisy at times. The service was friendly and helpful, making my stay pleasant overall. The location was convenient, especially for catching an early morning flight. The dining options were good, with plenty to choose from. Overall, a nice stay with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The room was good, clean, and had everything you need in a hotel room.

Service

8.0

The staff was very friendly and helpful.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent for access to Dublin Airport.

Dining

7.0

The dining was good quality with plenty of options.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were good overall.

Ryan

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.8/10

Staying at the hotel was a pleasant surprise – the rooms were beautiful, even better than I expected. Having the Crowne Plaza next door for good evening meals was a nice convenience. The compact size of the room didn't compromise comfort at all.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were beautiful, better than I expected actually, with a sofa. It was compact but very comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch. The staff was personable and gave great advice on getting into the city center. Despite a long shift, they were friendly, super helpful, and made check-in fast and smooth.

Location

9.0

The shuttle service back and forth every half an hour was a big plus. Being close to the airport and across a beautiful park in a residential area was such a bonus.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was basic but had everything needed. The staff was really good, nice, and always ready to help. Lots of food options available.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were excellent with a big emphasis on convenience and comfort.

Hugh

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positive and negative experiences. The rooms were comfortable, but there were some initial difficulties finding my cousin's room, and the location was not ideal without a car. The service was friendly and welcoming, but there were some issues with communication. The hotel's proximity to the airport was convenient, but reaching nearby amenities required additional transportation.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable and had comfortable beds.

Service

7.0

The service was helpful and friendly, but there were some challenges with communication.

Location

6.0

The hotel's proximity to the airport was convenient, but reaching nearby amenities required additional transportation.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were good with a variety of choices.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers standard facilities for a comfortable stay.

Pamela

United States, June 2023

7.4/10

The hotel has modern, fresh, and clean rooms that are comfortable and newly refurbished to a high level. The breakfast was good, providing a nice start to the day. However, some issues with the service and pricing could be improved.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were quiet and very clean, offering a comfortable and modern stay.

Service

9.0

The service was amazing and very welcoming, with the reception open 24/7. However, there were minor inconveniences like not being able to provide an adapter.

Location

7.0

The location was excellent, easy to access from the airport, although some construction work was ongoing.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good overall, especially catering to specific dietary needs. However, a bit basic for the price offered.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offers essential facilities but could benefit from more options to enhance the guest experience.

Modern rooms

Service could be quicker