The Old Borough by Wetherspoon

4.0 star property
Hotel in Swords with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Dining
Exterior
Property grounds
Family Triple Room, Accessible
Front of property
The Old Borough by Wetherspoon, in the city center, features a lobby fireplace for cozy evenings and a relaxing garden. Enjoy the on-site coffee shop, WiFi, and cooked-to-order breakfast at the restaurant. Helpful staff and convenient airport access enhance its appeal.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €95
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Economy Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Triple Room, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Triple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
72 Main Street, Swords, K67 E6W7

What's nearby

  • Swords Castle - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Malahide Beach - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Malahide Castle - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Croke Park - 12 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Trinity College - 15 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Malahide Station - 6 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Butlers Chocolate Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Arch Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • The Old Borough
  • ‪The Old Schoolhouse - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Old Borough by Wetherspoon

Upscale hotel near Malahide Castle
You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a fireplace in reception at The Old Borough by Wetherspoon. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a lift and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to the airport
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 2.95 to 8.60 for adults and EUR 2.95 to 2.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 2.95 to 8.60 for adults and EUR 2.95 to 2.95 for children

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

The Old Borough by Wetherspoon Hotel
The Old Borough by Wetherspoon Swords
The Old Borough by Wetherspoon Hotel Swords

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Borough by Wetherspoon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Borough by Wetherspoon?

As of 16 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Borough by Wetherspoon on 2 Nov 2025 start from €94.99, 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.

How much is parking at The Old Borough by Wetherspoon?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old Borough by Wetherspoon?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Old Borough by Wetherspoon?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Old Borough by Wetherspoon located?

Situated in Swords, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Swords Castle and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Malahide Castle. Malahide Beach and Portmarnock Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The Old Borough by Wetherspoon Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 409 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 409 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 409 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 409 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 409 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel great food and drinks
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, easy to get a meal at night and at breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Nice pub in facility.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older building but very updated and modern rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay & the staff were very friendly :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice, the food at the pub downstairs was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodation close to the airport. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

DECLAN

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Parking was tight, and we requested two twin beds and ended up with a king. Otherwise a great stay. Cheers
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent little property and convenient to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was not easy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quick check in, room is amazing. AC was perfect. Location is great, got into the city and back very easily as stop is right across the street. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay there again. Staff was friendly and location was very walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

john

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
No parking just about 10 spots
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and nice staff in a lovely location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madelaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay if you need to be close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Juergen

Liked: Staff & service
We used the hotel for our last night before flying out of Dublin. For this, it was ok. However, the room hasn't seen a vacuum cleaner for a bit, and in the folds of the chair were breadcrumbs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that the pub was right down stairs. Rooms were modern and fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spacious room and near airport

First time in a “Spoons” hotel and completely satisfied. A lovely big room and bathroom and even an iron. Handy for a bus to the airport too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely and restaurant offers great selection of food and drinks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness
This stay was fine however the bed was broken and it meant we had a pretty uncomfortable night of not a great deal of sleep. Everything else all good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vandalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful during our stay. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the entire experience. Wonderful location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

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

Have used before and will use again.

I have stayed here many times for work. It's everything you expect from Wetherspoons, good value, good choice and good, clean rooms and friendly service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Our room had no window. Staff were pleasant and manager helpful but it’s a busy bar downstairs and an older, shabby ish establishment
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You really must consider this property if you need somewhere close to the airport that is excellent value. Good size room, comfy bed, great bathroom and excellent beer and food options. A lot to like!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025