Bonnington Dublin vs Clontarf Castle Hotel
Both are in Dublin, 2.9 km apart. Here is where each one is stronger.
Hotel★★★★Goosegreen
Bonnington Dublin
- Guest rating
- 8.0 Very good
- Location score
- 3.7
- Score by category
- 1 of 3
Hotel★★★★Clontarf East
Clontarf Castle Hotel
- Guest rating
- 8.7 Very good
- Location score
- 2.7
- Score by category
- 2 of 3
The short answer
Pick Clontarf Castle Hotel
It leads in 2 of 3 categories. 2.9 km apart.
Choose Bonnington Dublin if you want
- to walk to the sights (3.7 km / 4.1 km)
- a newer or recently renovated building (2020 / 1836)
Choose Clontarf Castle Hotel if you want
- the more consistently praised stay (8.7 / 8.0)
Why is Bonnington Dublin better than Clontarf Castle Hotel?
- 1More guest reviews (412 vs 112), so the rating is more reliable×3.7
- 2More walkable surroundings (walk grade 41 vs 19)+22
- 3Newer or more recently renovated (2020 vs 1836)+184y
Why is Clontarf Castle Hotel better than Bonnington Dublin?
- 1Higher guest rating (8.7 vs 8.0)+0.7
- 21.0 km closer to public transport−1.0 km
- 3Later check-out (12:00 vs 11:00)+1h
All compared facts
Every category is scored from 0 to 10 with the same formula for every hotel.
| Bonnington Dublin vs Clontarf Castle Hotel: which hotel is better? | Bonnington Dublin | Clontarf Castle Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Score by category | ||
| Guest rating | 8.0 | 8.7 +0.7 |
| Location | 3.7 +1.0 | 2.7 |
| Facilities | 6.7 | – |
| Spa & wellness | 10.0 | – |
| Beach access | – | 0.1 |
| Public transport | 1.1 | 6.5 +5.4 |
| Ratings & reviews | ||
| StayVersus score | 8.0 | 8.7 +0.6 |
| Guest rating | 8.0 | 8.7 +0.7 |
| Number of reviews | 412 +300 | 112 |
| Rank in Dublin | bottom 5% | bottom 49% +44% |
| Location | ||
| Location score | 3.7 +1.0 | 2.7 |
| Distance to the centre | 3.7 km −480 m | 4.1 km |
| To the beach | – | 3.0 km |
| To public transport | 1.8 km | 790 m −1.0 km |
| To the airport | 5.8 km −2.2 km | 8.0 km |
| Restaurants within 500 m | 9 +6 | 3 |
| To the nearest food shop | 460 m −190 m | 660 m |
| Shops within 500 m | 1 | 0 |
| Sights within 1 km | 2 +2 | 0 |
| Rooms & building | ||
| Star rating | ★★★★ | ★★★★ |
| Rooms | 202 | – |
| Floors | 5 | – |
| Newest building or renovation | 2020 +184y | 1836 |
| Listed amenities | 22 | – |
| Policies | ||
| Check-in from | 15:00 | 15:00 |
| Check-out until | 11:00 | 12:00 +1h |
| Amenities | ||
| Free Wi-Fi | ✓ | – |
| Parking | ✓ | – |
| Car hire | ✓ | – |
| Concierge | ✓ | – |
| Laundry | ✓ | – |
| Luggage storage | ✓ | – |
| Breakfast | ✓ | – |
| Bar | ✓ | – |
| Room service | ✓ | – |
| Swimming pool | ✓ | – |
| Spa | ✓ | – |
| Sauna | ✓ | – |
| Steam room | ✓ | – |
| Hot tub | ✓ | – |
| Massage | ✓ | – |
| Gym | ✓ | – |
| Wheelchair accessible | ✓ | – |
| Smoke-free | ✓ | – |
| Air conditioning | ✓ | – |
| In-room safe | ✓ | – |
| Blackout curtains | ✓ | – |
| Distance to the main sights | ||
| Dublin Castle | 4.1 km | 4.7 km |
| Spire of Dublin | 3.2 km −700 m | 3.9 km |
| Leinster House | 4.1 km | 4.1 km |
| Which hotel suits you | ||
| Couples | ✓ | – |
| Business trips | – | ✓ |
| Spa & relaxation | ✓ | – |
Price for your dates
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Nightly price by month
Bonnington DublinClontarf Castle Hotel
- Bonnington Dublin is cheaper in 6 of 8 months
- Bonnington Dublin: €158 a night on average · Clontarf Castle Hotel: €197 a night on average
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Hotel prices in Dublin by month
All months
| Month | Bonnington Dublin | Clontarf Castle Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| November | €117 | €197 |
| December | €134 | €162 |
| January | €105 | €184 |
| February | €135 | €160 |
| March | €183 | €180 |
| April | €152 | €191 |
| May | €235 | – |
| June | €219 | €281 |
| July | €217 | €219 |
| August | €172 | – |
Averages of real one-night prices for two adults on Agoda, a Tuesday and a Saturday in each month, last checked 21 October 2026. In euros; the final price is shown before you book.
Location
2.9 km apart
Bonnington Dublin: city centre: 3.7 km, nearest station Drumcondra: 1.8 km, Dublin Airport (DUB): 5.8 km, 9 places to eat within 500 m, 2 sights within 1 km.
Clontarf Castle Hotel: city centre: 4.1 km, nearest station Clontarf Road: 790 m, Dublin Airport (DUB): 8.0 km, beach: 3.0 km, 3 places to eat within 500 m.
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Bonnington Dublin or Clontarf Castle Hotel: common questions
Which is better, Bonnington Dublin or Clontarf Castle Hotel?
Clontarf Castle Hotel leads in 2 of 3 categories, including guest rating, public transport. Bonnington Dublin is stronger in location.
Which is cheaper, Bonnington Dublin or Clontarf Castle Hotel?
Over the year Bonnington Dublin costs about €158 a night on average against €197 at Clontarf Castle Hotel, and it is cheaper in 6 of the 8 months we checked. Pick your dates above for today's prices.
Which hotel is closer to the centre?
Bonnington Dublin is closer: 3.7 km from the centre, against 4.1 km for Clontarf Castle Hotel.
How far apart are Bonnington Dublin and Clontarf Castle Hotel?
The two hotels are 2.9 km apart in a straight line.
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Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. How we score