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White Sands Hotel

Hotel near Malahide Castle in Portmarnock

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Pub, beach views
Beach nearby
Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Portmarnock, Portmarnock, County Dublin
  • Place, Portmarnock Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Portmarnock Links Course
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Malahide Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Portmarnock

Seaside stay .Within 12 miles (20 km) of this hotel, you'll find Trinity College and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Ha' Penny Bridge and Christ Church Cathedral are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Portmarnock Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Portmarnock Links Course - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Malahide Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Trinity College - 29 min drive - 13.4 miles

Getting around

  • Dublin Portmarnock Station - 4 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duffy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Seaview Lounge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gibney's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jameson Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Siam Thai - ‬4 min drive

About this property

White Sands Hotel

Hotel near Malahide Castle in Portmarnock
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A nightclub, a rooftop terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly White Sands Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This Portmarnock hotel is smoke free.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Nightclub
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
White Sands Hotel offers 58 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 20 for adults and EUR 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Nightclub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 10 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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 12.00 for children
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 10 percent

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; cash is not accepted
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, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. 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, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

This property will place a credit card authorisation of 10 % for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

White Sands Hotel Portmarnock
White Sands Portmarnock
White Sands Hotel Hotel
White Sands Hotel Portmarnock
White Sands Hotel Hotel Portmarnock

Frequently asked questions

How close is White Sands Hotel to the airport?

White Sands Hotel is 6.7 mi (23-min drive) away from the Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at White Sands Hotel?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Sands Hotel on Jun 17, 2026 start from $150, including 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 White Sands Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at White Sands Hotel.

How close is White Sands Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Portmarnock Beach and 1 mi (2-min drive) from Malahide Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does White Sands Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at White Sands Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 20.00 for adults and EUR 12.00 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at White Sands Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at White Sands Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at White Sands Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does White Sands Hotel have a pool?

White Sands Hotel does not have a pool.

Does White Sands Hotel have a restaurant?

White Sands Hotel is home to The Oasis Bar and Grill, which features British cuisine, a beachfront location, and al fresco dining.

Does White Sands Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is White Sands Hotel to downtown Portmarnock?

White Sands Hotel is 0.7 mi away from Portmarnock.

White Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 908 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 330 out of 908 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 908 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 908 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 908 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was very nice and my stay was relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebeccs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and friendly staff. Food in the bar was lovely and very reasonably priced. The barman was fantastic, very good table service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dallin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding property and excellent hospitality. I will be looking forward to staying here again next time we’re in Dublin.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Renny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice place and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless, warm and very very comfortable. Meal was very good, staff were all very helpful. Location was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

finbar

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were friendly and helpful . Room was very cold and the most uncomfortable bed I've ever tried to sleep on
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, large, very comfortable room with a view and a comprehensive breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Manal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

valerie

Liked: Amenities
Loved our stay there at the weekend . Hotel is in lovely location and the staff are so friendly !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was clean, staff very friendly and in a beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay. Staff was exceptional helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Lovely staff, good atmosphere in the bar restaurant in the evening, beautiful beach across the road and the shower was great, refurb is ongoing but everything was clean. Bus outside on the right to take you into Malahide for the evening. Just good. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view - great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, great location, kind staff x
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderfu feom check in to check out. This will be my place to stay when I'm in Limerick.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laverne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning view, friendly staff, ease to public transport
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was Extremely nice and Friendly, made an effort to make you feel at home !!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Mark

Room was good sink was blocked Breakfast was cold Friday could not eat
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a great find in Portmarnock The staff was lovely. The accommodations were perfect, and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Amenities
The people was very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adeola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Got exactly what i paid for. Friendly staff, nice cozy environment right at the door step of a beachfront. Can’t complain really.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has a great location, friendly staff, and a lovely restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

cath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, appreciated Mary's recommendations
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025