Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

The location was excellent. The room was very quiet and dark for sleeping. The air conditioning was essential, as the duvet was very warm. The coffee kiosk and space to sit in the lobby was appreciated. The contemporary lobby, restaurant, bar and patio on the main level were attractive and inviting. There is a map on the back of the room key to help you find your way back as the hotel is tucked away.

The bed, although comfortable, was surrounded by three walls making it difficult to get in and out of, as we are an older couple. We changed the direction that we slept. There were also only two pillows in the room, which is unusual these days. The space in the room was very limited so we adjusted furnishing to make room for our luggage. It was far too much trouble to put them into the drawers beneath the bed. Although, there was good air conditioning, the duvet is quite warm. Having the option of an upper sheet, would have been great. and would have lessened the need for the air conditioner. We needed some assistance with the electronic check in.

The hotel is in a great location. A 2 minute walk to The Stephen’s Green Centre, Grafton Street and a Luas stop. I was there to attend a conference in the RCSI and it is less than 2 minutes away. The staff were all lovely and very helpful. The hotel foyer is large and welcoming and has a cute horse box style Coffee Dock. Check in and out is so easy and the luggage room is a great idea. Breakfast was excellent. A great selection of food and all very nicely laid out. The hotel room was excellent with a large TV, kettle, fridge , iron and ironing board and a safe provided and a lovely bathroom with a fabulous shower. The bed was extremely comfortable with a nice warm duvet. The room was cleaned every day and new towels were provided.

My only complaint is more to do with the Architect than the hotel itself. The windows are huge single panes of glass which are very aesthetically pleasing and make the room lovely and bright but there is no opening. It’s a personal thing but I always like to leave a small window open to leave fresh air into my bedroom at night.

Location was excellent. Food was excellent and great selection for Breakfast. The room was clean and the loved the seating and coffee dock in the Foyer.

I was disappointed at not having tea or coffee Facilities in the bedroom. I had paid €264 for 1 night stay and felt that I should have had that basic facility in the bedroom.

The self check in

The fact for the price we paid for the room thwir wasn’t even a kettle if we wanted tea or coffee we had to go down and spend more money. Also their was no iron or ironing board no amenities came with the room

I really enjoyed my stay. It was a comfortable bed with a clean modern room and friendly staff. The hotel is in a good location with a comercial carpark next door. I will definitely stay here agin in the future.

These are very minor but There is auto check out but one computer in the reception desk was not great when there was a que and staff had to share at times. Should have a second on stand by at the desk for busy times. small maintenance issue and an easy fix Room 209 i stayed in but the bathroom light was sensored but kept going on and off when in the shower. Lights would only stay on for less than a minute and go off. I would wave my hands and they would come back on. There was light through the glass door so it was not dark. Breakfast was good but i did not like the way everyone would share cuttlery at the buffet breakfast to take out sausages etc. There was no bacterial gel at the counter after using all the shared utensils.

I have stayed at the Marlin multiple times prior to the COVID lockdown, so this was my first visit back since early 2020. The hotel staff are still as helpful and friendly as I remember, and the bar is lovely for a drink and to meet friends.

There is now an additional charge for an early check-in. I do not recall this being the case previously. As someone who flies in from California every time, it is an inconvenience to wait until 3pm after 12+ hours traveling, so it would be nice to be offered a complimentary early check-in without the 20 euro cost. I understand that hotels now have to make up wherever possible after a difficult 2 years, but these are the small touches that make a. difference.

Hotel was very diffrent, witch was cool

The rooms were small, like a cabin on a ship.. even at that there be more room in a cabin....

Great stay. The hotel is modern, clean and well located. The breakfast buffet was excellent and the facilities and room were perfect. Great area to work from the bar as well if you need to work for a bit.

Two of the three receptionist I interacted with were really dry and not particularly helpful. One of them for example, when I asked about doing the check-in, pointed at the machine and really rudely said "there", as if I was bothering him with my question. They also never volunteered typical helpful information such as breakfast times, directions to my room or WiFi setup.

Location, breakfast, decor, toiletries

Small room, bed built in to room , like a cabin in a ship/ferry, climb over your partner to get out of bed

The hotel has a great feel to it, very relaxed and informal. Excellent restuarant and bar area as well. Excellent central location. The room I had booked turned out to be far too small for our visit (wedding so lots of clothes) but upgrading to a much larger room on the top floor was very simple with the added benifit of an upgrade offer.

Although the room was clean attention needs to be paid to areas where dust settles, phone, tv etc. The black ironing board had clearly not been wiped free of dust for a very long time. A minor issue and I'm sure housekeeping will rectify. There was a sound volume control in the bathroom but no instructions on what it was for or how to utlise it. I didn't get around to asking staff about it so my fault really.