Hyde Hotel (Formerly The Forster Court Hotel)

The hotel itself was fabulous: clean, trendy, great location (a block from the train station, abt a 10 min walk to the central shopping/dining area). The best surprise was breakfast: amazing pancakes .. so fluffy w a bit of crunch. Cute coffee shop attached, which was handy bc so many didn't open until later. HOWEVER, take ear plugs or be prepared for street noise especially if you sleep w the windows open. The hotel is far enough from the big crowds so it's not a constant challenge to get to sleep. However, a couple of bars on the block. Apparently had a good handful college kids (I hope) making their way out late singing and yelling. Then a clean-up truck came by around 4 a.m. All I heard was bottles being crushed and tossed. Now, I'm not a light sleeper, but it def made for a rough night. I did get ear plugs for the second night, but one fell out. That night didn't have a truck but still was kept up by one solo moron yelling up and down the street.

This hotel is solid. Only issue which isn't big is the lack of check in space for a car and to drop bags/people. We parked across the street underground in the bus station lot which was fine. We were a party of 6 with teenagers and roller boards so not an issue. If you have youngsters and big luggage it might be a cancern. Other than that the place lives up to other reviews of the swank. The bar/restaurant is solid and many not staying at the hotel were coming in to eat so a good sign. Check in was easy. We got there early but they took our bags. We had them do some laundry for us as well. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Bar staff was equally great. It's 1 block walk from JFK park so a quieter street but you are less than .5 miles from all the action. Many great music bars and restaurants within walking distance. We felt fine with our kids walking around together.

A very nice hotel with a great location, only a block from the train. Easy to walk everywhere. By far the friendliest staff of any of the hotels we stayed at in Ireland. Would recommend to friends and family.