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The Martello Hotel

2.0 star property

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Located close to Bray Beach and Killruddery House and Gardens, The Martello Hotel provides a nightclub, a terrace and a bar. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi and conference space are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is €139
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Room options

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

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Apartment (2 pax)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Apartment (3 Pax)

Standard Apartment (3 Pax)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Standard Apartment (4 Pax)

Standard Apartment (4 Pax)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed - double
Portable fan
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Bray, The Martello Hotel is in the suburbs and near the beach. Killruddery House and Gardens and Powerscourt Estate are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bray Beach and Wicklow Mountains National Park. Leopardstown Racecourse and University College Dublin are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Bray travel guide
Map
47 Strand Road, Bray, Wicklow

What's nearby

  • Sunset views
    Bray Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mermaid County Wicklow Arts Centre
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bray Heritage Centre
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Festina Lente Equestrian Centre & Walled Gardens
    5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Bray Head
    15 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Bray Station
    6 min walk
  • Cherrywood Station
    8 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB)
    55 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Martello
    1 min drive
  • Henry and Rose
    5 min walk
  • The Harbour Bar
    8 min walk
  • Nine
    4 min walk
  • Platform Pizza Bar
    5 min walk

About this property

The Martello Hotel

Hotel near Bray Beach
Located close to Killruddery House and Gardens, The Martello Hotel provides a nightclub, a terrace and a bar. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), wedding services and a TV in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall and luggage storage
  • ATM/banking services, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Martello Hotel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles and heating

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 12 for adults and from EUR 12 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 5 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Hotel Martello
The Martello Hotel Bray
Martello Bray
Martello Hotel
Martello Hotel Bray
The Martello Hotel Hotel
The Martello Hotel Hotel Bray

Frequently asked questions

Is The Martello Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Martello Hotel on 9 Mar 2026 start from €139, 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.

What time is check-in at The Martello Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Martello Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Martello Hotel located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Bray hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bray Beach and Killruddery House and Gardens. Powerscourt Estate and Leopardstown Racecourse are also within 9 mi (15 km). Bray Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Martello Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 537 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 537 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 537 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 537 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 537 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jackie

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

10/10 Excellent

Christian

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

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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

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

8/10 Good

Sherrelle

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

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

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with many dining and drinking options. The tomato soup and the carrot soup were amazing! The room was rather small and we had trouble figuring out how to turn on power for some of the outlets.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

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

6/10 Okay

Dorian

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Overall OK

the staff were excellant the room was very tired and spare bed had a stained mattress An alternative was offered but did not suit so lovely receptionist comp’d breakfast The sea view was lovely shower pressure fabulous and towels very soft overall satisfied
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the sweetest boutique hotel. The staff were lovely and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

A great hotel to stay

Everything about this hotel was excellent, especially the staff , very well mannered and obliging. The food was flavoursome, hot and well presented.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
loved staying here. although there were a ton of stairs and no lift, they still had staff to bring up our bags. super amazing breakfast and lunch. i would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Very friendly staff and lovely food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Den

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Venue and staff were excellent. Food was great. Parking is hit and miss as on street and metered (very cheap for location- 50c an hour or €5 for all day. Problem is meters are frequently out of order so you cannot pay for bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic beach accommodations in a popular area. No complaints. Restaurant and bar on premises was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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

Cute, friendly, clean boutique hotel.

Wonderful little hotel, very clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great location

The Martello is in the perfect location for couple of days in Bray, near everything.they have a lovely bar and do really nice food .my room was quiet small but ok for couple of nights..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, lovely friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location by the water and a cool bar/restaurant downstairs
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

Lovely family stay

Apartment was better than I expected. Plenty of room for me and the kids, a kitchen and it was all clean. Reception staff were helpful and friendly. Great location. I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is just beautiful. Ocean views. Well located. Easy access to train and buses to go directly to Dublin. Street parking was easy. The bars in the hotel are very lively on the weekends but that’s fun too.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, great location on Bray Seafront
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024