Check-in was not a breeze and this is where the front desk could do better. Asked if I could check-in earlier and they wanted 120 Euros which is almost the cost of an overnight stay. I would've been ok if it was about 50 euros but ok, fine that's the hotel policy which sucks b/c check-in is at 4PM at this property. All other hotels I stayed at while Ireland had no issues with an earlier check-in, if same room type was ready and available (all similarly appointed at 4*). When it was finally time to check-in, I was tapping my card to pay for the room and security deposit but machine was not accepting my card, twice. My card was in good status and I've never had any issues traveling with it since it's a travel cc. The front desk person, if they were astute and experienced, should've suggested I insert my card instead of trying to tap it but instead suggested I step aside and call my cc company. That was a waste of my time b/c cc told me to try and insert with pin if tapping doesn't work.
Other than the front desk experience, the location is close steps away from the LUAS and only a few stops to the centre of Dublin with all the areas, restaurants, bars, shopping, museums, etc. you'll want to see. Rooms are clean and well appointed.
