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The Martello Hotel

2.0 star property
Beach hotel near Bray Beach

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Hiking
Ocean views, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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47 Strand Road, Bray, Wicklow
  • Place, Bray Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mermaid County Wicklow Arts Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Bray Heritage Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment (2 pax)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Apartment (3 Pax) | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment (3 Pax)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Apartment (4 Pax) | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment (4 Pax)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bray

Seaside stay .At this Bray hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Bray Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Killruddery House and Gardens. Powerscourt Estate is within 6 miles (10 km) and Leopardstown Racecourse is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Bray Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mermaid County Wicklow Arts Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bray Heritage Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Killruddery House and Gardens - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Wicklow Mountains National Park - 25 min drive - 13.1 miles

Getting around

  • Bray Station - 6 min walk
  • Bride's Glen Station - 8 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry and Rose - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Harbour Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Catalyst Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Silvios Food Company - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Martello Hotel

Beach hotel near Bray Beach
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 11 square feet (0 square meters) and includes conference space. A nightclub, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Martello Hotel.

This Bray hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 11 sq ft of conference space
  • 0 sq m of conference space
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Martello Hotel offers 44 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. This Bray hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 5 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 12 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Nightclub
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 12 for adults and EUR 12 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 5 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

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The Martello Hotel Bray
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Martello Hotel to the airport?

The Martello Hotel is 29.2 mi (55-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 Martello Hotel?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Martello Hotel on Jun 8, 2026 start from $166, 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 The Martello Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Martello Hotel.

How close is The Martello Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Bray Beach and 11 mi (34-min drive) from Sandymount Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Martello Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Martello Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 12 for adults and EUR 12 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at The Martello Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Martello Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Martello Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Martello Hotel have a pool?

The Martello Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Martello Hotel have a restaurant?

The Martello Hotel is home to The Martello Bar, which features ocean views.

Does The Martello Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Martello Hotel to downtown Bray?

The Martello Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Bray.

The Martello Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 554 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 554 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 554 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 554 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 554 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely spot, great breakfast menu. And a lovely sea view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very accommodating & room spotless
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff very polite and helpful room basic but clean
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Great hotel. Great staff. Perfect stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable, lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I highly recommend The Martello, it felt like a comfy home while we stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent breakfast with a nice variety. Very nice bar abd restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ATT

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall I would recommend this hotel. The room cleaning could be better but the staff lovely and food / service excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless and the staff were so lovely and attentive amazing food and not forgetting the cocktails thought the bench tribute to sinead o Connor was class x
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shikha

Disliked: Amenities
Approach to rooms needs better cleaning. It’s difficult and awkward to get to the rooms with luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Sherrelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Logan

Great property. Loved the room and staff is great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and kind. The Martello is THE place to stay in Bray!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff that go over and above to help, lovely rooms and great restaurant!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice bed, nice shower, good breakfast. Happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully charming hotel with excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Poh Imm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located right across the beach and ocean! Wonderful stay. The room was beautiful and clean. Bed super comfy. Would highly recommend to anyone staying in Bray.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A must stay if ur in Bray

Apartments are great clean comfortable with kitchen and appliances lift also staff very very friendly and helpful two mins walk to beach and 8 min walk to dart station busy hotel great atmosphere Breakfast amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great service. Delicious food and very comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stay in Bray

Room 204 was very spacious with a view overlooking the beach. The bed was extremely comfortable and the linens top quality. We ate in the restaurant and the food and service were both excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025