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About this property
White Sands is a deluxe, family-run hotel located in the picturesque coastal village of Portmarnock in County Dublin. It offers a lively Irish pub and free Wi-Fi for all guests. Many rooms overlook the Irish Sea. Golfers will be spoilt for choice as some of Dublin’s leading and most prestigious courses surround the hotel. Dublin Airport can be reached with a 20-minute drive, while the centre of Dublin is less than 10 minutes’ drive away. Each room at White Sands Hotel comes with tea and coffee making facilities. There is also a work table, room safe and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms offer views over Portmarnock Beach. The hotel is situated within a short drive from the heritage fishing villages of Malahide and Howth, both of which offer panoramic sea views and scenic walks. Free parking is available on site.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Room service
- Beachfront
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mark
United Kingdom
“Great food staff brilliant friendly funny. Will keep going back.” - Brian
United Kingdom
“Great breakfast served as you like it. Much predated to a buffet style. Dinner also very good. Staff great.” - Michael
Australia
“Nice outlook over the waterfront. Good bar with OK food. A little far to walk back to Malahide and not much happening in Portmarnach. Rooms were a bit dated but the bathroom had been recently renovated. Plenty of on-site parking.” - Julie
United Kingdom
“The staff were very friendly, the 2 ladies on reception were very helpful, especially with transport into dublin and friendly (didn't get their names) . The rooms were spotlessly clean and beds comfortable. The food was excellent.” - Michael
United Kingdom
“The staff were friendly and helpful, location was very good but the room was excellent-clean and in excellent condition.” - Caroline
United Kingdom
“Clean, friendly staff, good location, secure parking for motorcycles, comfy bed and good room facilities, good restaurant and bar. Good Guinness.” - Mckee
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was good . Staff and chief checked to make sure everything was ok which I thought was a nice touch.” - Gayle
United Kingdom
“Location .value for money .2 night stay for a christening.” - Robert
United Kingdom
“Everything was more than I expected. Couldn't have been happier” - Janeanne
United Kingdom
“Great location, parking, value for money, friendly staff.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Oasis Bar & Restaurant
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Please note that photographic ID is required upon check-in.
A damage deposit of € 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.