Harding Hotel
Editor's Pick
Hotel Address
Fishamble Street, Christchurch
Dublin, Ireland
Average guest rating
Room Rates
| Single | $88 |
| Double | $122 - $145 |
| Triple | $156 - $179 |
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There's just something about the Harding Hotel: despite the lively downstairs bar, we find ourselves liking this 53-room hotel. Perhaps it has something to do with the fact that well over half of its rooms offer stellar views of beautiful Christ Church Cathedral, which is just across the street.
The Harding's red brick exterior is pleasantly "Dublin," with detailed stone trim around the windows and arched entryway. A half dozen flags give a warm, international welcome, and the lobby and other public areas are snug and homey.
Though none of neighboring Christ Church Cathedral's magnificent gothic ambience has managed to seep across into the Harding's interior design, rooms are comfortable and clean, with cheerful bedspreads and somewhat dated wood furniture. Sure, some of the chairs are getting ragged around the edges, the clean carpet is looking a bit tired, and the bathrooms fixtures are on the uninspiring side. But run back to that window overlooking the churchyard, and you'll know exactly why you're staying here.
The hotel's Darkey Kelly Restaurant and Bar offers hearty Irish and International meals. Cheapos should take advantage of the restaurant's early bird dinner special and extensive selection of wine. English, continental, and vegetarian breakfasts are available, though not included in the room price.
In addition, the Harding's staff is pleasant and friendly, and the main parts of the hotel are wheelchair accessible. All we could ask for is a soft renovation: some new furnishings and fabrics would give the place a little needed polish.
FYI: The Harding, praised to the skies by guidebooks for reliable comfort, recently changed ownership. During our visit, the receptionists seemed confident that no shocking changes were in order. We hope the hotel's reputation for hospitality remains solid. Let us know!
Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor and is recommended based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.
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Hotel Address
Fishamble Street, Christchurch
Around Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin, Ireland
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Amenities
Hotel
- Bar/Lounge
- Breakfast Extra Charge
- City tour
- Concierge/Booking Services
- Conference room
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Currency Exchange
- Elevator
- Fax Machine
- Laundry Service
- Luggage Storage
- Reception: 24-Hour
- Restaurant
- Safe at reception
- Tourist information
- Wake-Up Service
- Wi-Fi Connection
Room
- Bathroom: Private
- Cable TV
- Coffee/Tea Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Handicap accessible roome
- Heat
- Internet Access
- Mini fridge
- Music
- Safe
- Telephone
- TV
About the Harding Hotel neighborhood
Looking for a hood with a little history? Located south of the Liffey, the area around Christ Church Cathedral, with its cobblestone streets and imposing architecture, is a great place to start. The cathedral itself, certainly one of Dublin’s top tourist draws, has been around since the 11th century. The present-day version has gone through a number of changes, including a late 19th-century “Victorianization,” and it’s still stunning. The finely manicured church grounds attract lounging locals and tourists alike during the summer months. In addition, Dublin Castle, the not-really-a-castle castle from which the British ruled until 1922, is just around the corner. And, of course, the there’s the Guinness Brewery (a house of worship to some) further west along the river.
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Landmarks near Harding Hotel
| Christchurch Cathedral | 0.16 km |
|---|---|
| Dublin Castle | 0.27 km |
| Temple Bar | 0.47 km |
| St. Patrick's Cathedral | 0.51 km |
| Trinity College | 0.58 km |
| St. Stephen's Green | 1.01 km |
| Guinness Storehouse | 1.13 km |
| National Gallery of Ireland | 1.21 km |
| Oscar Wilde House | 1.27 km |
| The Spire | 4.11 km |
| University College Dublin | 5.19 km |
| Merrion Park | 6.77 km |
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