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The Martello Hotel

Property class: 2

Photo gallery for The Martello Hotel

A coastal railway track with a rocky shoreline and a boat in the water.
A pebble beach with waves lapping at the shore, a distant hill with greenery, and a town in the background.
A small, enclosed outdoor seating area with a person working on a laptop, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.
A bar area with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and a bar counter with bottles.
A restaurant interior with large windows, a table set with wine glasses, a red lamp, and a vase with flowers.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

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 Head
    ‪29 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a wardrobe, and a bedside table.

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a wardrobe, and a bedside table.

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment (2 pax)

A neatly made bed with white bedding and colorful pillows, a teal nightstand, and abstract wall art.

Standard Apartment (2 pax)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment (3 Pax)

A room with two single beds, a small table, a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

Standard Apartment (3 Pax)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Apartment (4 Pax)

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a grey sofa with colorful cushions, and a framed abstract artwork on the wall.

Standard Apartment (4 Pax)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Bray

At The Martello Hotel you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Bray Beach and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Killruddery House and Gardens. Highlights at this beach hotel include 2 restaurants, a nightclub and a bar/lounge. .The Martello Bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Each morning full breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and noon. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Bray hotel include Powerscourt Estate and Leopardstown Racecourse.

What's nearby

  • Bray Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carlisle Grounds - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bray Heritage Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mermaid County Wicklow Arts Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Killruddery House and Gardens - 8 min drive - 3.4 km

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
  • ‪Butler & Barry - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Catalyst Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Martello - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Nine - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Martello Hotel

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby 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 metres) 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 a hairdryer. This Bray hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • The Martello Bar
  • Tower Bistro

Things to do

  • Nightclub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

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 cots (infant beds)!

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: from approximately EUR 12 for adults and from 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 guest room 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 all accommodation.

Property class

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Martello Hotel?

The Martello Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Martello Hotel?

As of 12 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Martello Hotel on 28 Sept 2026 start from AU$188, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Martello Hotel?

Yep, The Martello Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Bray Beach. Fun beach activities include waterskiing, windsurfing and kayaking.

Is The Martello Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Martello Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Martello Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is served daily between 8:00 AM and noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Martello Hotel?

No, The Martello Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Martello Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Martello Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Martello Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Martello Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 286 out of 596 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 596 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 596 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 596 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 596 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place ❣️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kurtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right across from the beach, nice restaurant bar and club right in the facility. Room was very large for the price!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel and bar - surprising large. Friendly and helpful staff. Great food - seafood chowder excellent. Breakfast in morning was excellent too
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Procopis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clear service Staff very good service and polite, clean room,Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect beach view
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable bedroom Staff excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a fun place to stay. Has a restaurant and several bars. It’s right on the beach. Room was clean. The only downside was parking. It was on the street and if you weren’t out by 8:30 am you had to pay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

annemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the beach. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was excellent, especially the fish chowder. Street parking can be a challenge, but the staff was very helpful. We would definitely stay there again if in the area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Edmund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very accommodating & room spotless
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

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

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

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

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jackie

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

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect but they should have informed us of the work directly outside our room. Was woken up by builders drilling through a wall at 8 am!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel on seafront. 10 minute walk from railway station with approx. 10 minute daytime interval between trains towards Dublin.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sherrelle

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

6/10 Okay

Nasreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The re
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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

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