The Strand Hotel former Home of Oscar Wilde & Caffe Vergnano 1882
73 Strand Road
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Why people book this hotel
“Despite the liveliness of the restaurant and bar underneath, the hotel was compl…”
“Comfortable and clean”
“It is excellently run and the staff were delightful”
“Staff and manager are the most nicest people, so friendly”
“Great Location, not far from Train station, shops or food options close to the s…”
“the location is great and the staff member that cleaned the rooms was very kind”
“A room with real character”
“The rooms were spotless, comfortable, and very well maintained”
“Breakfast was freshly prepared and absolutely delicious, and the restaurant food…”
Overview
Situated in Bray, 90 metres from Bray Beach, The Strand Hotel former Home of Oscar Wilde & Caffe Vergnano 1882 features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a bar. The property is set 800 metres from National Sealife Aquarium, 5.2 km from Brayhead and 8.6 km from Powerscourt House, Gardens and Waterfall. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, an ATM and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms are equipped with a safety deposit box and certain rooms come with sea views. The rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. À la carte and Full English/Irish breakfast options are available each morning at The Strand Hotel former Home of Oscar Wilde & Caffe Vergnano 1882. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Indian, Irish and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. National Garden Exhibition Centre is 14 km from The Strand Hotel former Home of Oscar Wilde & Caffe Vergnano 1882, while RDS Venue is 20 km from the property. The nearest airport is Dublin Airport, 45 km from the hotel.
Traveller reviews
Graeme
couple
June 11, 2026
“An atmospheric Stay at a beautiful location . Good food and drinks. What’s not to like?”
Historical and beautiful
Mathew
solo_traveller
June 10, 2026
“Overall it’s a quirky Hotel if your on more of a budget worth the stay.”
Great Location, not far from Train station, shops or food options close to the sea.
stephen
solo_traveller
June 7, 2026
Poor customer service. Room was small, poor bathroom. Very expensive.
Julie
extended_group
June 4, 2026
There was a parking charge of £20 CASH for one night stay.
Marie Madeleine
couple
June 1, 2026
“A really interesting place to stay in the charm of the seaside resort of Bray”
This is a fascinating, quirky and eccentric property, full of Oscar Wilde references as it was built by his parents. It is excellently run and the staff were delightful. Despite the liveliness of the restaurant and bar underneath, the hotel was completely soundproofed and we enjoyed a quiet and comfortable night’s sleep.
Gerard
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
The hotel was quirky but ok and were it is situated brilliant
Amy
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
Staff and manager are the most nicest people, so friendly
Stephen
couple
May 22, 2026
“Nice location just across from the beach. Pub and restaurant downstairs.”
A room with real character. Many Oscar Wilde quotes on the walls. Comfortable and clean
C. Thomas
solo_traveller
May 20, 2026
“too expensive”
the location is great and the staff member that cleaned the rooms was very kind. bed is comfortable.
Dr JOHN
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
Absolutely wonderful stay at The Strand Hotel Bray. Beautiful seafront location with stunning views directly across from the promenade. The hotel has a unique charm and character, especially with its Oscar Wilde history. The rooms were spotless, comfortable, and very well maintained. The staff were exceptionally friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help with anything needed. Breakfast was freshly prepared and absolutely delicious, and the restaurant food in the evening was excellent as well. The atmosphere throughout the hotel feels warm, relaxed, and genuinely family-run. A perfect place for a peaceful getaway by the sea. We will certainly return again and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Bray or Wicklow.
Dr Mohammad Farkus
solo_traveller
May 15, 2026
“Buisness Stay”
Clean accommodation, fabulous food, helpful staff, and a fast check-in. Overall, it was a very good stay. A family-run property is always a better choice, as they genuinely make every effort to look after their guests.
Walsh
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
“FAULTY TOWERS ON STEROIDS IN A GOOD WAY! YOU'RE GOING YO LOVE IT.”
The nostalgia of the building and its quirkyess, a bit like staying at faulty towers.
GEROGE Malone
solo_traveller
May 12, 2026
“Overnight Stay”
Fast check-in and a spotless bedroom – exactly what you want after a long trip. The room was clean, comfortable, and ready without any wait. Would definitely stay again
Nick
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
“Great spot will always return to stay here when I am on busines in the area.”
The beach, the bar underneath serving food. Great room, clean and great view. Full of character
Tom
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
“Excellent Staff”
Location, spotless rooms, attentive staff, and fabulous food — everything was simply excellent.
Barbara
extended_group
May 10, 2026
“See view fraud with garbage and mildew on the ceiling”
Excellent location.
Philip
solo_traveller
May 9, 2026
“Not value for money”
Good location..
John
couple
May 4, 2026
“Cosy spot with a very big welcome.”
Spotlessly clean, great shower and friendly staff..perfect location and a great welcome !
Gillian
couple
May 2, 2026
“Over priced and does not meet description”
This property in no way matched its description. It is neither a boutique hotel or a gastro pub. Indeed it seems to be a number of businesses under one roof including several types of eating establishments & take away/ delivery service
Rachel
family_with_children
May 2, 2026
Staff are excellent. So helpful and understanding with everything. Hotel is beautifully located along the seafront of Bray. View is spectacular. This hotel has restaurants and outside food options. Lots of seating outside means we could enjoy our drinks in the sunshine. We had the two best Margheritas we've ever had in gorgeous 1920s style glasses and they were two for €20! There was a fantastic DJ in house on the Saturday night. You couldn't ask for more
Facilities
Activities
Beachfront, Evening entertainment, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Coffee house on site, Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Indoor fireplace
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Pool/beach towels
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Pet bowls, Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), ATM/cash machine on site, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, 24-hour front desk, Express check-in/check-out, Airport shuttle, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Currency exchange, Packed lunches, Car hire
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Family Room with Sea View
Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The family room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
The spacious double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 2 beds.
Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Room
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room with Sea View
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Twin Room with Sea View
Providing free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The twin room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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