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12Th Lock Boutique Hotel Castleknock, Castleknock

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About the Hotel

Castleknock Marina, D15, Castleknock, Ireland, 15

12Th Lock Boutique Hotel, a 3.5-star hotel on the riverwalk, stands at Castleknock Marina on Dublin's Historic Royal Canal. The property features free WiFi throughout, a 50-space private parking lot, and comprehensive safety systems including carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and window guards.

Air-Conditioned Canal Rooms

12th Lock Boutique Hotel offers 13 air-conditioned rooms equipped with minibars and flat-screen TVs. Each room includes a private bathroom with shower, tea/coffee facilities, safe deposit box, and carpeted flooring.

Waterfront Dining Options

The Terrace Bar & Bistro serves breakfast from 7:30 AM and offers a bistro menu. The property features two restaurants, including an Irish fish and seafood venue, plus a coffee shop serving home-baked pastries.

Canal-Side Recreation

Guests can unwind in the beer garden overlooking the canal or arrange barge trips on the Royal Canal. The scenic waterside location appeals particularly to cyclists and walkers, with nearby access to Phoenix Park and St Stephen's Green.

Transport Connections

12th Lock Boutique Hotel sits 6 miles from Dublin Airport and 9.5 miles from Dublin city center. Castleknock Village train station, a 5-minute distance, provides direct links to the financial district and tourist attractions, while Blanchardstown Shopping Centre offers retail options nearby.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
King Room Disability Access
Max:
2 persons
18 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Deluxe Room
Max:
2 persons
20 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Deluxe Junior Suite
Max:
2 persons
24 m² 
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1 King Size Bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

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City Center
Castleknock4000 ft
Airports
Dublin (DUB) 8.0 mi

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

General

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking lot
  • Safe deposit box
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Room features

  • In-room safe
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Castleknock Marina, D15, Castleknock, Ireland, 15
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Castleknock Marina, D15, Castleknock, Ireland, 15
Nearby
All along the banks of the Royal canal
1200 ft
Restaurants
The Bell Pub
1300 ft
Castleknock Road Dublin 15
Nook Cafe
1400 ft
Unit J
Brownes Steakhouse
2500 ft
The Plaza Main Street 3 Unit 2 Plaza Shopping Center
Thai Garden Restaurant
2900 ft
15 Church Ave
McDonald's
2500 ft
The Blanchardstown Centre
Castleknock Kitchen
2600 ft
Unit 4
The Galway Roast
2600 ft
Deanstown House 1 Main Street
Camile Thai Dublin 15
2900 ft
Main Street
Maximilians Bistro & Wine Bar
3500 ft
Main Street Super value Shopping Centre

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
54%
enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again
Cleanliness of rooms
Cozy bar atmosphere
Noisy location
Slow and disorganized service
5.4/10
Guest rating
Rooms
5.8
Location
6.0
Service
5.8
Dining
5.0
Guest reviews
5.4/10
based on 5 reviews
6.0
6.0/10 based on 613 reviews
Jackson
United Kingdom, February  2025
6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location by the canal is lovely, which I really enjoyed, and the rooms were quite clean and stylish. However, my dining experience was disappointing, with underwhelming food options that didn't match the prices. Overall, it felt like there were great aspects but room for improvement especially in the dining department.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, well-decorated, and comfortable, creating a pleasant atmosphere during my stay.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly and accommodating, but there were some delays in receiving what we ordered.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location by the canal is beautiful and offers scenic walks, making it a nice area to relax in.
Dining
5.0
The dining was quite poor; my meal was overpriced and lacked flavor, which was disappointing given the beautiful setting.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were adequate, but nothing outstanding stood out during my visit.
Edward
United Kingdom, December  2024
5.0/10

Unfortunately, my experience at this boutique hotel left quite a bit to be desired. While the location along the canal is beautiful and offers great opportunity for walks, the service was extremely disappointing, and the dining options did not meet expectations. The rooms, while modern in appearance, had issues that detracted from the stay. Overall, it seems like it has potential, but the execution fell short in several key areas.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms looked stylish but had several practical issues, including noise from staff and nearby train tracks. Overall, the comfort aspect was compromised.
Service
5.0
Service was slow and felt uncoordinated. There were issues with my meal order, and I found staff to be distracted, which was frustrating.
Location
6.0
The hotel is located next to a lovely canal, providing a nice area for walking, but it's also very close to a busy train line, which interrupts the peace.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was underwhelming, with inedible food and long wait times for service. It felt like there was a lack of effort in the kitchen.
Facilities
5.0
Facilities were minimal, and although the outdoor area was pleasant, the overall experience lacked the amenities expected from a boutique hotel.
Riley
United Kingdom, November  2024
5.0/10

The hotel is well-placed beside a quaint canal, but my stay was marred by noise from the nearby railway and unclean conditions in the room. Though the staff attitude was decent, they seemed overwhelmed, leading to delays and a lack of attention to guest requests. Overall, while the dining options seemed promising, the experience didn't quite meet the expectations set by the hotel's descriptions.

Rooms
5.0
The room had nice decor but was stuffy and quite close to a busy railway line, which made for a challenging stay. The odor present in the room gave an unpleasant touch to the experience.
Service
6.0
Service was friendly, but I waited quite a while to be attended to and noticed a lack of urgency from staff when dealing with requests.
Location
5.0
Being right by the canal is lovely, but having a room just feet away from a train line made it difficult to enjoy the advantages of this setting.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience didn't live up to expectations, particularly with slow service and limited menu availability during my stay. The food was good when it finally arrived, though.
Facilities
5.0
Facilities need improvement, especially regarding cleanliness and maintenance, as some areas felt neglected.
Paul
United Kingdom, November  2024
5.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed bag. While I enjoyed the cleanliness and comfort in the rooms, the location right next to the railway line was quite disruptive. The dining options were limited and service felt uncoordinated, which affected my overall experience. However, I appreciated the cozy atmosphere of the bar area and the staff’s efforts to be accommodating.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean but felt more like a standard room than the superior king I expected. They were a bit warm for my liking, but I managed. Decor was nice, with towel doves and love hearts on the bed, which was a cute touch.
Service
6.0
The service seemed disorganized, as no one was there to assist me upon arrival. It took a while before someone finally attended to me, but once they did, they were very friendly and tried their best.
Location
5.0
The hotel is located next to an active railway line, which was quite bothersome during the night. Although it’s on the canal side, the constant train noise detracted from the experience.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience left a lot to be desired. The service was slow, with orders taking over an hour and no updates provided. The food itself was fresh and enjoyable, but the poor service really affected my meal.
Facilities
5.0
While the hotel had some nice amenities, they didn’t seem to be well-managed, especially in the dining area. It felt chaotic and unprofessional during meals.
Cleanliness of rooms
Noisy location
Jackson
United Kingdom, October  2024
6.0/10

I had high hopes for this hotel given its boutique appeal, but my experience was a mix of highs and lows. While the staff were friendly and accommodating, the proximity to the railway made it tough to enjoy a peaceful stay. The restaurant had good food options, but the lack of air conditioning and noise issues made things uncomfortable. Overall, it's a bit overpriced for what it offers.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms were nicely decorated but unfortunately backed onto a busy railway line, which was quite noisy. The lack of air conditioning made it difficult to find comfort amidst the train sounds.
Service
7.0
The staff were really friendly and did their best to help, but I felt they were a bit overwhelmed when handling requests.
Location
6.0
The location was not ideal since the railway line was very close, making it quite loud. On the flip side, it was conveniently close to public transport which made travel around the area easier.
Dining
7.0
Dining options were decent with some tasty dishes available, but I was disappointed by the lack of variety for breakfast.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities felt limited considering the price, especially with no air conditioning and minimal amenities.
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