Why we love it
The setting
Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley sits on the western edge of Dublin, a short drive from the city centre and right beside the Liffey Valley shopping centre. The location works well if you want easy access to the M50 motorway and a calmer base away from the busier downtown streets. Buses run into the centre, and the airport is reachable in around half an hour by car, so you can pair shopping, dining and a quick trip into town without much fuss.
What to expect
The hotel runs an indoor swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness centre and an on-site restaurant serving hearty meals through the day. Rooms are practical and quiet, with soundproofing and non-smoking options across the floors. Breakfast is not included in this rate but can be added at booking for a set price per person. Staff get steady praise for being helpful, and the scale of the place means there is room to spread out, including a conference and events centre under the same roof.
Things to do nearby
You are close to Phoenix Park, one of the largest enclosed city parks in Europe, about 5 km away, and Dublin Zoo sits just beyond it. The Guinness Storehouse is roughly 8 km from the door, with Dublin Castle a little further into town. The Liffey Valley shopping centre next door covers most everyday needs, and the M50 puts the wider county within easy reach if you fancy a day out toward the coast or the mountains.
Best for
This stay suits travellers who want a quiet, well-priced base with a pool and parking, easy motorway access, and the option to shop next door or head into Dublin when they please.
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Standard Double room
Quiet, soundproofed double with city-edge comfort near Liffey Valley.
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A week, loosely planned
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Pool and Liffey Valley
Arrive and settle in, then take a dip in the indoor pool or work out in the fitness centre. Head next door to Liffey Valley for a browse before dinner at the hotel restaurant.
Dublin sights day
Drive or bus into Dublin to see Phoenix Park, Dublin Zoo and the Guinness Storehouse. Return to the hotel in the evening for a relaxed meal and an early night before checkout.
Where you'll be
Dublin, Ireland
FAQ
Is Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley close to the Guinness Storehouse?
Yes. The Guinness Storehouse is about 8 km from Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley, roughly a 15 to 20 minute drive depending on traffic, with bus and taxi options also available.
Does Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley have a swimming pool?
Yes. The hotel has an indoor swimming pool along with a fitness centre, so you can swim and train without leaving the building.
How far is Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley from Dublin Airport?
Dublin Airport is around 20 to 30 minutes away by car or taxi from the hotel, depending on traffic and the route taken via the M50.
What is the best area to stay near Liffey Valley in Dublin?
The hotel sits beside the Liffey Valley shopping centre on the western side of Dublin, which is handy for the M50 motorway, shopping and a quieter base, with regular buses into the city centre.
Is breakfast included at Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley?
Breakfast is not included in this rate but can be added at the time of booking for a set price per adult, served each morning at the hotel.
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