The Morgan

Was lucky enough to win a voucher for dinner and cocktails for two here at a Unilocal event. The cocktails here are 5 star; among the best I’ve ever had and definitely worth stopping by for alone! They are imaginative, expertly executed and damn tasty to boot — top class tipples basically. The food is not on par with the cocktails but is pretty decent and a few tapas would be a great addition to a round of cocktails.
I had the Ballymaloe curry and it was a nice Irish twist on a classic korma — very creamy and mild with the relish doing the same job as some mango chutney, bringing a nice fruity sweetness to the dish. The starters of prawns and calamari were also good, with the calamari definitely being the better of the two: it was very tender and cooked perfectly. My partner went with the steak and was pretty happy with it to my recollection. All in all we were happy with the food but the cocktails were undoubtedly the highlight of the meal for us.

5 stars* for me, we had a fabulous nite. Had some drinks at the bar, very selective on who enters the disco bar. We met a diverse crowd, this is going to be number one spot for drinks and a laugh from here on in. Thanks a for a great nite guys, from K. O’Brien Heating and plumbing, you will be highly recommended from me. In conversation * I’ll tell all my customers about this place.

My partner booked this hotel for my 50^th birthday as a surprise. I couldn’t fault it, lovely big rooms with queen size bed, walk in shower, slippers, bathrobes, tea/​coffee making facilities. Great breakfast with a choice to suit everyone. Great location for Temple Bar, Sightseeing & river. I can’t comment on price because I didn’t pay! Well worth staying here if you looking for something special.

Great Location, but not worth the price.
I just checked out this morning after a 5 night stay in Dublin and chose this hotel due to it’s location, and overall look and feel via the website. The hotel was also on the more expensive end of hotels — but I was able to get a 15% discount for staying more than 3 nights — which was appreciated in my travel budget. I booked the room for 2 adults with 2 twin beds. We stayed in room 129.
Pro’s:
— Early Check-​In (much appreciated after an overnight flight from the USA)
— Room was very clean — housekeeping does a nice job
— The bathroom was large and modern with great water pressure.
— Free pass to the Crunch gym around the corner that has a good workout area, locker rooms and a pool.
Negative’s:
— The hallways were always a mess with housekeeping carts and linen — while I understand that operationally they may not have a closet to keep these things hidden — I would expect for a 4 star hotel that they would keep this eyesore out of sight.
— The staff while friendly at check-​in never acknowledges your presence anytime you have to walk by the front desk — which again, for a higher end accommodation is unusual.
— The twin beds, well — I honestly can say they feel like they come from Ikea. Hard, not soft and the bed linens barely cover the bed — so you get quite chilly.
— The TV by American standards at least is terribly small — but also adequate.
— Security is weird — the front door is locked at night — and they let you in if you show your room card — this seemed a bit unusual — and you felt like the staff was always skeptical that you were in fact a guest. Another odd thing security wise was the lack of a peep hole in the door. Thirdly, on our second to last day — the maintenance guy knocked on our door — and I was in the room — presumably he was going to enter. He apologized and left — but it seemed odd that he wouldn’t have access to a vacant or occupied rooms list to ensure he wasn’t entering occupied rooms.
— My mate attempted to go to the Morgan Bar one evening — and security gave him a hard time getting in until he said, well I’m a hotel guest — can’t I get in? They very much picked guests that met a specific appearance. (we’re clean cut American guys)
Overall, I wouldn’t stay here again — but with some improvements — this could really be a great property. I’m sure when it originally opened it was a very sexy, posh hotel — but with time and age it’s lost its luster. The main thing — Temple Bar is a great area for food, nightlife and access to transportation.

Had an pleasant two night stay 11÷30−12÷2÷15 here. The Morgan gave me a free upgrade with queen size bed on the third floor when I checked in (I was traveling solo). First impression was that the elevator and hallways seem a bit old, but when I get to my room, the room itself was comfortable, clean, and cute! Kind of like a shabby chic style, maybe not that appealing to men haha.
Since the hotel is located right by the busiest most popular bar in town, I was nervous that it would be loud. I could hear slight noise at night from the pub/​nightlife on the street, but it actually wasn’t that loud and did not bother me. It’s probably louder on the first floor.
Clean towels and toilet paper were left on my door when I had my Do not disturb sign on my door (lots of hotels do not do this) and the concierge was helpful in providing me a city map and information on the Hop On/​Off Bus Tour. They were courteous.
Prime location in Temple Bar area, just a ten minutes walking distance to Bachelors Walk, O’Connell Street, and Grafton Shopping areas. There are also numerous food options and a market across the street. Just a couple minutes walking distance to Aircoach bus to/​from Dublin airport and the Hop On/​Off Tour/​Sightseeing buses. Super convenient location to other sightseeing sites like the Dublin Castle! I would recommend and I would stay here again if I visit Dublin again.

This hotel is awesome. I’ve stayed here quite a few times and I’ve always had a fantastic stay.
The interior is beautiful. Very chic and trendy.
The lifts always play music, which amused me!
The beds were very comfortable, the rooms are quite big and spotlessly clean.
The staff are very courteous.
The cocktails are out of this world.
I literally do not have a bad word to say about this hotel.
It’s definitely worth the money!

Some trouble on the website making reservations, but Ann in reservations sorted everything perfectly! Beautiful, cozy rooms with touch of elegance every turn. Excellent location and delicious breakfast spread.

We started here for two nights, then rented a car to tour the coast line, and ended here for our last night. The location is great, we were able to walk to most of the places we went to. and there is a popular bar/​restaurant on the first floor with people standing on the bars playing music! It’s so much fun! This is a historic local hotel. The first two nights we had a room in the front overlooking the street. Great for people watching! It had no air conditioning, which was fine at the time… And air conditioning is not common in Ireland. When we returned for our last night almost a week later, they gave us an upgraded room in the back that was much larger and had air conditioning. This was just a sweet gesture as a heat wave had come through and we had been staying in some hot hotels in other towns. This will continue to be the hotel we stay at when on holiday in Dublin! Great people, great hotel, and perfect location.

For The Morgan the location is the selling point. It lies in the heart of Temple Bar and has easy access to great bars, music, and all that Dublin’s nightlife has to offer. But while close to the action, it is far enoug
h major roads to limit traffic sounds. The hotel was clean, the beds were comfortable, and ambiance chic and modern. We stayed three days total, but broken up throughout the week as we toured the country.
The service was not the best I’ve ever had, and in fact, I received better service at much cheaper accommodations. First, the front desk was limited to usually one staff member, and especially during high traffic periods, i.e. checkout.
But the biggest service faux pas was when we arrived at the hotel at 9pm (after a long day of touring) and they had given our room away. The room was reserved several months ago and paid in full. The staff halfheartedly apologized that a large party came in and they needed to accommodate this group with our room reservation. So as recompense, they offered to pay for our stay in another hotel. They offered to pay for the cab, but then we waited over 45 minutes for its arrival. Perhaps the biggest question is why they could not refer the other guests to another hotel? Or maybe call us in advance and ask if we could go directly to the other hotel?
So all in all, I would reconsider staying here again, but I would like a promise of better service.

Service here is really odd. They don’t make up your room unless you put a sign on your door requesting them to do so. Breakfast service seem surprised by asking for salt and pepper. There really aren’t servers at breakfast but hostesses.
They have a very central location and rooms are fine but noisy being Temple Bar area.

The hotel was bit run down. My toilet would sink down when I sat on it and the shower head and the metal bar holding it up actually fell out of the wall on me while I was in there (ouch!). The carpet also looked a little dirty and made the room smell a bit like my grandparents basement. The hotel staff were really kind and I feel bad for being a bit of a hater, but it wasn’t a very luxurious stay despite their efforts. The rooms were super small and the beds were short. The hotel was also crawling with a lot of cheesy club hoes and their greasy dudes. The tacky club clientele downstairs had a lot to do with that type of traffic. The hotel just felt a bit more «eastern european whore house» than «luxurious boutique tourist hotel». Lets just say «not very family-​friendly», LOL! I didn’t decide on booking this place. Someone else made the reservation because we were all staying together and I guess the recommendation came via «word of mouth». I don’t know what that person was thinking recommending this place, but I say «No thanks!» The only thing this place has going for it is the wonderful location.

Impressed by The Morgan. Staying in Dublin for business and The Morgan is conveniently right in the city. There’s plenty of space in the rooms and the staff are friendly enough. Breakfast was really good quality and everything was nice and clean. The décor is a bit weird in a modern kind of way and noise from Temple Bar went on quite late.

Stayed here for our honeymoon. Perfect location! Average size room, very clean and modern. Very friendly staff. Liked the Irish style breakfast. Great price. Would definitely stay again.

I was disappointed with my stay here. While this hotel offers a convenient location — close to Temple Bar and within walking distance to tourist sites such as the Guinness storeroom and shopping as well as Dublin Castle — the furniture in the room was aged and worn and the staff were unhelpful. Around 11 in the morning on my last day in Dublin I asked for dinner recommendations and was referred to FXB. I asked for the lady at the front desk to make a reservation for me but she replied I ‘shouldn’t need one’ as it was Thursday and wouldn’t be busy. After a long and confusing walk (I asked the front desk how to get to FXB and was given very vague directions) I finally made it to FXB only to be told they were completely booked and I should’ve made a reservation. For the price I expected a bit tidier room and better assistance from the front staff. If I’m in Dublin again I would stay somewhere else.

The Oxford English Dictionary has a few definitions of the word ‘swish’. Two of which are appropriate for this review of The Morgan; as an adjective ‘swish’ means «impressively smart and fashionable» and as a verb it means «aim a swinging blow at something». So what I give with one hand I take with the other.
SWISH!
The Morgan is a classy looking bar and serves a good cocktail. The staff are very attentive but not at all pushy, all smiles and gentle queries. The vibe is quite laid back, this is aided by the breezing table service — lots of seating, many waitresses floating about — and may also have a little to do with the ambient lighting. It’s comfy and uses the furniture in the space provided well so as to avoid crowding — like having seating and standing areas. The Morgan is a modern, à la mode establishment and have made some effort to make the customers feel comfortable. Then there’s the neat little touches like the ramekin of Bombay Mix I received when I ordered my first drink and also the fact that there is a bed in the bar.
SWISH!
The music of choice here is what I call Electro Lift music. Repetitive, pulsing tones that don’t go anywhere and have no breaks — I can’t tell if each song is 5 minutes or an hour long (or if they are different songs at all!). But, music is just a preference, however, what is more disagreeable is the imposing volume it’s played at. Given how efforts have been made to make the customers feel at ease one has to wonder why they insist on playing loud, banal music at you. Another mark against The Morgan is that it is a little pricier than it’s local competitors. Not hugely expensive but still noticeably more and that’s always a negative. Also, after being inside for a while I started disliking the décor. It is mostly nice and modern but some aspects just seem a bit awkward, silver coloured plastic Elk heads jutting out from odd wall-​space and other areas looking unmistakably bare.
Perhaps this just isn’t my sort of place (or perhaps I’m just too old and cynical to believe The Morgan is really as cool as it hopes to be — I am pushing 29 years old now y’know).
It is worth noting that The Morgan is best known as a hotel and not just a popular bar in the Temple Bar area but I didn’t stay in the hotel so I can only comment on it’s bar.
TTFN,
Ian

I hadn’t been to The Morgan in ages. I think 2009 perhaps. Long time anyway! All I remembered from that period was expensive but very nice cocktails.
I was invited to go to a belated birthday and Halloween party on Saturday. I brought some cash and went on my merry way, dressed up as a lumberjack.
When I arrived, I was scrutinised heavily by the doormen, but they let me in all the same. And I am glad they did.
I went in, met my friends, had a few pricey glasses of wine, then Jaeger shots and then some Guinness, all at higher but not ridiculous prices than normal and proceeded to a glorious night with my friends, including some excellent dancing with a really cool DJ and imitation? violinists and saxophonists.
I would definitely go back-​more for my age and maturity level. Not so many kids there for sure.

Nice spot!!! Modern style bar, electronic music, central location — what do you want more?
If you get the chance visit the penthouse — great location for a group and private parties. Also amazing views :)

Great hotel, in the middle of a busy bar and touristy spot, however the staff are very nice and location is convenient.

Spent 5 nights here. Fun place. Really enjoyed it and has great location in Temple Bar. Want to thank Belvin at front desk for really taking care of us. I highly recommend the Morgan Hotel.

Overall we were really pleased with our stay. The staff were always pleasant and helpful & provided a free adapter for our electronics. The bed was very comfy & we had a cute balcony overlooking the alleyway behind the hotel. The only complaint was the noise level from the bars downstairs. It kept my husband up a little throughout the night, but didn’t bother me.
Great price for a great location!