King Sitric, East Pier, Howth, Ireland
#1 of 3 hotels in Howth
Guests' ChoiceBased on 493 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 September 2025
Dana
United StatesIt was at the end of town so more on the quiet side but easy walk to many places. Right across the street from the bay so very beautiful scenery. Extremely fresh seafood at the restaurant. Try the meringue dessert. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 3 September 2025
Ursu
United StatesThe shower was a little broken. The water flow was weak. But we managed.
The location was amazing, the food was great, and the room was very charming. The staff were also very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 3 September 2025
Sharon
AustraliaNothing to dislike!
Friendly staff, great location, great room, great breakfast, 2 swims at the ice-bath Balscadden Bay beach, Trad music at McNeill's of Howth (The Tophouse) was a Craic, the friendly people wherever we went!
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 2 September 2025
Mark
United StatesMissed having a small refrigerator in room
Location, view of the harbor great room with table and chairs for in room dining, seaside decor very comfortable bed and linens
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Sarah
United KingdomIt was very busy in the town when we arrived so it was difficult to find a spot. After a few laps we found one further down the road and once it calmed down we could move the car to just outside the hotel. Nothing the hotel can do about this it's just something that comes along with staying in a popular place. What was good is parking was free around the town.
The location of the hotel was great, it's just outside of Dublin but within easy reach. Howth isn't a big place but there were plenty of pubs, shops and icecream along the harbour. I stayed in the oyster island room and the views from the floor to ceiling windows were amazing. The room was very spacious with a huge comfortable bed, and the bathroom was modern with a great walk in shower. The hotel and resturant were both clean and well kept. We were planning on going to Dublin via public transport and we were given great advice about the local dart train, 10 minutes walk down the road, and buses in Dublin. Everyone we spoke to in the hotel and resturant were friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay there again if visiting the area.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 16 August 2025
Sigute
LithuaniaGreat location, clean, helpful staff
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 14 August 2025
Gar
AustraliaNot enough to warrant any mentions
Location was excellent, Breakgast was a bonus and ample.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 August 2025
Cath
United KingdomNothing all good.
Lovely accommodation right by the sea. Great room on the ground floor Very comfortable bed and a very good breakfast !! Staff were very friendly and helpful a great place to stay. We also had a wonderful meal in the restaurant.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Karen
United KingdomThe location Friendly staff Dog friendly
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 7 August 2025
Tara
United StatesVery small room . No bar area in the hotel itself .
Nice location , quaint
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Vincent
United KingdomNothing
Very comfortable room
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Rob
United KingdomLocation food and friendliness
Fabulous food ambience and staff wonderful
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Tanya
United KingdomGreat location beside the sea in lovely Howth village..Room was lovely, nicely set out with comfy seats and a wee table..selection of teas and coffees, big bathroom & Fab Voya products..Breakfast was a very high standard and staff were very friendly and knowledgeable and helpful..
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Nuala
IrelandThought bar might stay open later for residents
Location lovely staff lovely room fab breakfast
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Rob
IrelandBeautiful location, quieter than most accommodation in Howth due to its position. Loved the outside seating option, a real plus. Would certainly recommend
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 25 July 2025
Randall
United StatesNothing.
Location, staff, and facilities were all excellent!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Amy
United Statesn/a
The staff was amazing -- friendly and accommodating. I love the placement of the hotel; we were able to walk around the water and the view out our window was fantastic. Across the board, it was all lovely.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 19 July 2025
William
United StatesParking can be a challenge.
Very comfortable, large rooms nicely furnished. Great views. The staff was so accommodating. Breakfast was made to order and excellent.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 11 July 2025
Norie
United StatesOur room was on the first floor, easily accessible, but people walked/parked right outside our window so a bit awkward. Room was small, but adequate, bathroom was very nice. . Unfortunately a wall right across the street hindered the view, but could see a little bit of the water above it. I would have like d some vegetables with my otherwise delicious, special dinner.
Location was great at the edge of the water in Howth, walkable to the trails and cliff for hiking as well as harbor. Maybe a bit far from the castle, but nothing is really far there. We were walking but there are buses to get around. Great staff, breakfast was delicious with seafood options. Picturesque and lovely, with great sunrise/sunset view Attached restaurant is really good with local catch as a specialty.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 July 2025
Raffaele
FranceAll
It will be a wonderful souvenir for me and my wife. You are a the top. Thank you a lot.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 6 July 2025
Aitch
United KingdomStaff were a bit abrupt. Felt like they were too busy to welcome us properly, practically throwing the keys for the room at us. On checking out we had a lot of luggage so a couple of trips had to be made to remove our stuff from our room. Walked past reception on our first trip and a staff member shouted on us to hand our keys in.
Beautiful location right on the front overlooking the sea and close to all the amenities. Room was lovely. Very clean and spotless. We didn't have a view of the sea unfortunately, but didn't mind that.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 1 July 2025
Christina
United StatesThe view was insane! Stay in the oyster island room if you can! The view was seriously so gorgeous. The staff was so friendly and accommodating as well.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 29 June 2025
Mariya
IrelandNothing
Beautiful, clean and tastefully decorated room with amazing views and the sound of the ocean. The staff at reception was very welcoming and provided us with all the information we needed. The seafood bar is a must for dinner. The breakfast was one of a kind, highly recommend the catch of the day and the home-made jams. Overall a wonderful and memorable experience.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 29 June 2025
June
United KingdomNothing, could not fault it!
Absolutely brilliant place to stay and will definitely be back. Plenty to do and see in the area . Loved every minute of our stay!
Stayed in June 2025
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