Crompton Hall Holiday Apartments

Check-in was quite disappointing- we were tired and hungry and all I had been told was to 'go to the pub and they will give you keys'. The pub was very busy and I didn't have the 'code word' to assure the bar staff that I was legit. I received the instructions on the code word etc in an email the next day. The pub people were very helpful as was the cleaner. The unit itself was very basic and while clean it was pretty grungy and could have had the carpet, broken blinds and curtains replaced, windows cleaned and a bit of new vinyl in the kitchen. The windows in the lounge couldn't be opened although someone had tried prior to our arrival. I knew this as a breadboard and book had been leveraged under one of the windows. The linen was clean. The unit did smell a bit of smoke - initially I thought that it was from the pub smokers standing out under the 'open' window downstairs but soon spotted a stash of ciggies butts on the ledge of the window that had the slashed sash rope. The TV Didn't have any reception and I had no reply to my repeated phone calls for any info on how I could get it to work. Sadly, no TV for me. The hotwater wasn't available 'after hours' - late in the day or middle of the day. The toilet seat was of the careering variety People in the local pubs had a great night on our first night (Sunday), partying into the small hours - not that it worried us too much - we like to party too! A lot of door banging went on. Monday night was quieter. Again we didn't worry but good to know if you are sensitive to noise. The unit was 'ok' but better to know what you are coming to. It's a shame really as it wouldn't take much to whoop the place up a bit (particularly the carpet, blinds etc) and make you feel like you were getting value for your money

My father reserved this for our family and it turned out to be wonderful! Contrary to the other reviews, we had no issue with music- just the typical street noise which we found exotic and charming since this is our first time here in Ireland. Also, we always travel with a noise machine and earplugs while traveling. Glad to have a washer, we just had to get creative with hanging our clothes to dry inside. Beds were nice and the kitchen was well furnished. The flat was a couple of stories up which was a bit taxing for my mother. Fabulous location across from some cafes, a market street, and we were able to walk to all the museums and restaurants. Never had to get a taxi or cab! Would definitely recommend and would stay again.

We stayed here tonight in apt 5 and have to say that Vania has been so helpful! We arrived earlier than the stated check in time and she allowed us to leave our bags at the room from 11am. Also as there wasn't guests arriving till late the next day we managed to extend our check out till 1pm which has been super helpful to us. The apartment itself has two bedrooms a nice sitting area and is on the top floor. It has a full kitchen and bathroom also. We literally used it just to sleep in as we were working all day. It's a short walk to the city centre and Temple Bar. It is above The Clock pub, we didn't have any issues with noise from the pub at all and would revisit here. Not plush by any means but definitely well kept, clean and very suitable for a city break.