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The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Travelers step into history at 1 Merrion Row, where Oscar Wilde's legacy permeates the atmosphere. The property serves a delicious breakfast daily, and rooms offer both stunning views of the Bray Sea Front and practical amenities like in-room WiFi for staying connected.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 1,358
AED 1,731 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

About the neighborhood

Map
Bray, County Wicklow

What's nearby

  • Bray Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bray Heritage Centre - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dargle View Golf Course - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Killruddery House and Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bray Head - 16 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Cherrywood Station - 8 min drive
  • Bray Station - 11 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Martello - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Catalyst Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Finnbees - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Platform Pizza Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Nine - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde

Hotel by the ocean
The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde provides free breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Limo/town car service, an electric car charging station, and books
  • Smoke-free premises and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde offer comforts such as separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Books

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please drop off the keys for express checkout or at the reception desk.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The Strand Hotel is per-room, including breakfast and complimentary parking, with a maximum of two adults per room to ensure personalized comfort
The price quoted reflects the cost for one night in a luxury boutique room at The Strand Hotel, offering an exclusive and comfortable experience

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Bray Sea Front Beautiful Ocean
Bray SEA Front- Beautiful Ocean View Bray
Bray SEA Front- Beautiful Ocean View Hotel
Bray SEA Front- Beautiful Ocean View Hotel Bray

Frequently asked questions

Is The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bray hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bray Beach and Bray Head. Killruddery House and Gardens and Brennanstown Riding School are also within 3 mi (5 km). Bray Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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