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The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Bray Beach

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Bar

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73 Strand Rd, Bray, County Wicklow
  • Place, Bray Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Killruddery House and Gardens
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bray Head
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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  • Ocean view
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  • 1 Double Bed

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  • Ocean view
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  • Ocean view
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  • Ocean view
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  • 172 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Bray

On the beach.At this Bray hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Bray Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Powerscourt Estate. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Leopardstown Racecourse and Beacon Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Bray Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mermaid County Wicklow Arts Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dargle View Golf Course - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Killruddery House and Gardens - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Bray Head - 16 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Cherrywood Station - 9 min drive
  • Bray Station - 10 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Martello - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Catalyst Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Finnbees - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Platform Pizza Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Butler & Barry - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Bray Beach
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Bray hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde offers 10 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 32-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Bray hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (EUR 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 20 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 25
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 25

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 20.00 for adults and EUR 15.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 125 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 1 (one-way), (from 1 to 18 years old)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde to the airport?

The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde is 29.6 mi (44-min drive) away from the Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?

As of Nov 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde on Nov 23, 2025 start from $195.82, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde have an airport shuttle?

The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 125 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 20.00 for adults and EUR 15.00 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs EUR 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 10 per night.

Does The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde have a pool?

The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde does not have a pool.

Does The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde to downtown Bray?

The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde is 0.6 mi away from Bray.