The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Bray Beach, The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a library. In addition to a fireplace in reception and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

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A neatly made bed with a green bedspread and white linens, two dark green pillows, and two white towels folded on the bed.

The Picture of Dorian Gray

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  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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The Garden Of Gros

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  • 1 bedroom
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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a window with curtains.

The Duchess Of Padua

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The Selfish Giant

  • Ocean view
  • 17 sq m
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  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Private Bathroom, Sea View

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  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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The Happy Prince

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Impressions Of America

  • Ocean view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a bedside table, and a ceiling light fixture.

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  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located in Bray, The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde is in the entertainment district and on the beach. Powerscourt Estate is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bray Beach and Marlay Park. Leopardstown Racecourse and Dundrum Town Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Bray travel guide
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73 Strand Rd, Bray, County Wicklow

What's nearby

  • A coastal cityscape at sunset with a cloudy sky.
    Bray Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A harbor with a red lighthouse, industrial buildings, and cranes.
    Dublin Port
    32 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Carlisle Grounds
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mermaid County Wicklow Arts Centre
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Bray Heritage Centre
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Bride's Glen Station
    9 min drive
  • Bray Station
    10 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Henry and Rose
    9 min walk
  • Butler & Barry
    6 min walk
  • Catalyst Coffee
    9 min walk
  • The Martello
    5 min walk
  • Platform Pizza Bar
    10 min walk

About this property

The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde

  • Hotel near Bray Beach
  • Located close to Powerscourt Estate and Leopardstown Racecourse, The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a library. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in reception and a bar.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • ATM/banking services, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
    • Luggage storage, coworking spaces and a reception hall
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde include amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and free bottled water.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
    • Childcare services, electric kettles and heating

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?

As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde on 28 Oct 2026 start from NZ$267, 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 Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?

Self-parking is available for EUR 20 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 25 (subject to availability).

Does The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 175 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde located?

Located in Bray, this beachfront hotel is in the historical district, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Bray Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Powerscourt Estate and Leopardstown Racecourse. Beacon Hospital and Dundrum Town Centre are also within 12 mi (20 km). Bray Station is 10 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 Strand Hotel, the former residence of Oscar Wilde Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 259 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Super charming with a magnificent view of the sea and the promenade! The staff were all very helpful and the restaurant and bar were great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Unique rooms and loved the sayings about the hotel on Oscar Wilde. Great proximity to the Irish Sea
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Property is very nice, though quite dated. Beautiful big windows with great views of the ocean, but the room needed a fan or AC, it got very stuffy with no fan for the restroom even. Bed was quite saggy, and needed new pillows. Room was nice and clean though
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location with beautiful views of the water!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The property is a little dated. No elevator. Great beach view. Very good restaurant and bar. Wide selection of food styles. Great breakfast. Small bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The gastropub had a huge selection of meals. Good atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beach view, restaurant/bar on site, friendly/helpful staff were all wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were very friendly and attentive ….food was excellent location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Superb!

Incredible stay. Location and comfort at its best.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely town and lovely accommodations. We ate all meals at the hotel and all were fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful views of the Irish Sea, friendly, welcoming and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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It’s a great hotel in a beautiful setting. Tremendous staff and food options.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

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Small room, but all we needed. Newly decorated and comfortable, sea visable from the window. Bar and restaurant attached next-door, accessible via the hotel, perfect when raining. Staff all very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were very friendly, efficient and responsive. Our family room was large, bright and airy and nicely decorated, and the bathroom had nice ceramic tile work. Excellent location at end of the beautiful bray promenade. Too notch Indian food at the curry leaf was so good we ate there 2 of the 3 nights of our stay. Also had full Irish menu and great breakfast options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such an amazing place to stay, right next to the ocean with a bunch of dining options. Would absolutely book with them again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

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Nice stay for one night

The room was clean and staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place

This vintage hotel is charming with lots of character. Great views. Family run and very kind people. Would recommend for sure!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

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Weekend Away

Prmefect location for the beach, short walk to the main town centre. Very busy with traffic at weekends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

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Pleasant hotel but small room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel

The hotel was lovely with different options for food and drinks. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. The views from the hotel were spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

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Overall a nice place to stay, but not "fantastic". Check-in took overly long, but the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay away from the bustle of Dublin

From check in to check out, everything was wonderful. Great little town, great establishment and fantastic staff! Best cappuccino I’ve ever had as well. Dinner was good at Wilde’s and the wait staff was phenomenal!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The Strand provides a wonderful stay. Very clean and nicely appointed. Great food in the reataurant with many options. Across the street from a lovely beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

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Lovely hotel with èxcellent views. Restaurant had an excellent choice of food and drinks. Parking can be a bit tricky with limited space £10 for 24hrs if staying at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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6/10 Okay

Nicely appointed room but maintenance was spotty and towels were frayed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025