Savoy

I love this cinema so much. It just reminds me of old Hollywood movies when young couples always went on dates to the movies and nights on the town were nearly unheard of. The huge large screen that they have on the ground floor is just the best thing ever. It’s what you think a cinema should be, with red velvet seats and long red velvet curtains covering the screen that are drawn back when the movie begins! It’s just so magical
The prices are very reasonable, cheaper prices than other cinemas in Dublin and offer student deals on Wednesday, 10 euro for a ticket and a medium popcorn and coke. Any other day I think it’s about 7euro for a cinema ticket whereas other cinemas are roughly 10euro.
The only reason I didn’t give the Savoy ⁵⁄₅ stars is because of the new screen that they have added that’s located half way up the stairs. It’s tiny… really tiny! I was in it a few weeks ago seeing the Hateful Eight, although it is a widescreen movie, surely it could have been projected onto one of the other bigger screens. The cinema has 20 seats, 4 seats in each row, May aswel have been watching it on my telly at home. I’m nearly certain that the Savoy shows little to no screenings on this particular screen so I wouldn’t let this put you off.
I’d definitely recommend this cinema, it feels like a night out :)

Typical chain cinema. Shows the big films in mostly comfortable chairs. I still need more… sweet popcorn, a proper ice cream stand, the ability to take a craft beer with me whilst watching my film…

A grand traditional cinema with big screening rooms including great value combo deals. You can purchase the tickets online. Great value compared to other leisure activities.

So, today was my first time ever at the Savoy. I now understand why.
The theatres are tiny and very old fashioned, which I can kinda understand but the heating? Really?
The radiators on the walls were scalding, the air was way too intense, I couldn’t breathe half way through the movie.
The staff aren’t very helpful, there was a lot of confusion with seating, meaning I had to be moved from my original seat to accommodate a couple who had booked a seat on either side of me and my friend. Why?
The movie volume was kinda low. If anyone even moved in the theatre, we had to strain to hear it.
It definitely wasn’t my favourite experience.

Great location, decent enough student discount on Tuesdays with valid student card (€ 5.50), comfortable seating and good selection of movies on show at any given time.
The staff are mostly unpleasant and unhelpful when purchasing tickets which is disappointing as there is such a small timeframe of interaction with them.
Food is crazy expensive so I would advise buying elsewhere beforehand for cinema snacks!

I have been there a couple of times, it is a normal cinema maybe they need to remodelate and modernizate the building and facilities as it looks a litle bit old. Otherwise it is located in the very centric O’Connell street and the prices are lower that the nearest cinemas.

Pros:
— more relaxed crowd than cineworld with good selection of mainstream films
— Right on O’connell so convenient location
— the screen I saw the man from u.n.c.l.e. on was huge with tons of seating
Cons:
— Paying 9.50 to watch Ant-​Man on screen 7 with its tiny screen and 20 seats is robbery
— screen 7; at least they warn you it’s going to be small but damn it’s really really small
— messy theaters aren’t cleaned properly

Really enjoyed my trip to the Savoy cinema today. I have to confess I can’t remember the last time I was there but I won’t leave it so long until my next visit. In fact I’d go as far as to say that in future, any film I want to see, if they’re showing it in Screen 1 of the Savoy, that’s where I will go to watch it! I forgot what a fantastic auditorium it is. Pure old school class! They don’t make them like this anymore :(Really comfy seats too! I’m giving the Savoy 5 stars.

Such a great cinema, went to see première of ted 2, enjoyed and had great laugh, definitely coming back again!

I really like the old school feel of this cinema, the main screen on the ground floor is super impressive. … I will admit it really is the charm of the cinema which attracts me the most

Cineworld is my haunt but I come here when friends want too. It’s a bit old now but sweets two for a fiver will do for me if needs must.

Film was fantastic. However Savoy no. I will explain in due course for my 1 star rating. I think you will find it self explanatory. Upon arrival, I was greeted with my friend to a lovely staff member welcome. They didn’t have Natchos :(. awww. However the popcorn was very salty. I actually developed a rash. I don’t’ know if there are lights on in all the screens or whatever, however in Cineworld, BEFORE the film in question commences, they leave the lights on so that you can find your seat etc., then they dim them at the trailers then completely off when the film starts. However here in teh Savoy, No lighting whatsoever in screen. Anyone could fall. I actually imagined myself falling. You could result in a fall. While waiting for the film, my friend and I were sitting down together waiting to go into the screen. I suddenly got a vibe that its not gay friendly. How well I was right. My mate noticed a staff member following us into the bathroom. He confronted him. It would appear the staff possibly thought we were doing gay acts such as blowjob or whatever etc. ie DIAGNOSIS homophobic. SO now you can see why I gave a 1 star rating. I shant be going to Savoy in the near future. They seriously need to get their acts together. Just cause you see two lads going to the gents, firstly don’t mean the’re gay and secondly doing gay acts. That’s absolutely HOMOPHOBIC.

I love this I used to think it was run down but it’s so classy and people are nice and it’s cosy and neat the only thing is get lights on the steps likes everywhere else I nearly die every time I try to get a seat

I’d love to give a 4 star for the cleanliness, prices and the comfy seats.
However, for the screen and the sound, I’m only giving a 1 star … plus taking away a star for the popcorn
I’ve live in dublin for 15 years and had never been. Last weekend went to see Captain America 3D. what a let down. The seats were comfy, but upon entering the screen room, my mate laughed and said «jaysus.your TV at home is bigger than this». ANd really, it pretty much is. We also have surround sound at home. Not this screen room is seemed. it was too quiet and just not surround. I felt like I was watching a movie at my grans.
Hubby’s popcorn was so salty he could barely eat it.
Prices are cheaper than Cineworld, and ya Cineworld isn’t the poshest place on earth. but they’ve huge screens and Dolby surround sound. You actually feel your in a cinema.
Won’t ever go here again sadly.

I think this cinema is great i know they don’t have a lot of showings and great movie times plus a lot smaller than cineworld but there prices are like half the price and always a great crowd in the pictures not to many messer’s which means its easy to enjoy the movie without someone throwing popcorn at your head ha.

Not really a massive amount to say about the Savoy, it’s an institution and a longtime fixture on O’Connell St. Saw a very random movie (How I Live Now, would NOT recommend… the ending completely ruined it!) in the always amazingly large screen 2. Comfy seats, good value tickets and crunchy warm popcorn to share…
They do a deal on a Wednesday night — € 10 for a ticket, medium drink and popcorn which is a pretty good deal when the cinema seems to cost so much these days… And hey what else would you be doing in town on a Thursday at 6.20…
Not a massive amount of snacks compared to larger cinema chains but I’m a popcorn and coke girl in the cinema and was certainly happy with how crunchy the popcorn was so no complaints there.
I hear too they have double seats in some of the screens too. definitely the place to take your date and cosy up…

Even though the weather has been so nice this summer I’ve found myself going to the cinema way more than usual during the past few months. I enjoy going to Savoy as it’s a bit quieter than Cineworld down the street — perfect for a casual trip to the movies.
The main theatre just off of the lobby is gorgeous and has some great old world charm. The theatres upstairs are nice as well. One is a bit small so just in case you’re movie’s playing in there, arrive early to avoid getting the dreaded front row seats!
Student ticket prices are about € 6.20, which is probably the cheapest I’ve seen in any of the cities I’ve lived in. The concessions stand is pretty small, but it’s perfect if you’re a classic popcorn and soda moviegoer. Last showings are usually sometime around 8PM, which is really early!
All in all, I enjoy going to Savoy when I’m looking to relax while watching the latest blockbuster — just wish there were later movie showings & more concessions.

As a newcomer to Dublin — I would have to find a favourite cinema and this is it. I have heard horror stories about Cineworld (and personally seen too many undesirable youths hanging out in the vicinity) and unfortunately the Lighthouse is just a little too arty for me.
Ticket prices were very reasonable especially for a student (yay) but the snack bar leaves a little to be desired.
That said, the cinemas themselves are great — big comfy seats, spacious legroom, top of the range sound system and massive screens. Then again I have only watched in Screen 2 and 4. I have heard the other less popular films or those in their final runs get relegated to the smaller screens (which do make sense).
All in all — if I want to watch a movie, this is the first place I will look at showtimes from now on.

I have been coming here since I was a chisler…
I miss the Carlton and the Adelphi very much but the Savoy and the Screen still hold that special nostalgic and atmospheric experience I crave when going to see a movie on the big screen.
I really dislike Cineworld. No atmosphere. The Ryanair of cinemas but for the most part more expensive than the Savoy.
The bits I really like?
Less than € 7 to see a movie before 6.30/7pm.
Nice popcorn and again is actually cheaper than Sh1teworld.
Friendly staff.
Screen 1 is just the BEST screen in Ireland.
The bad?
Screen 5 and 6… I’m sorry if anything is on in 5 and 6 I will swallow my pride and go to see it in Sh1teworld instead.
Staff don’t monitor the screens as much as they used to, so if someone is being a Motormouth Mary then you need to chuck some popcorn at them.
Overall a far more enjoyable cinema experience in comparison to Sh1teworld on Parnell Street. Go here if you can unless it is screen 5 and 6 cos they are too small and uncomfortable unfortunately.

Kommt mit einem großem Namen daher und dieser enttäuscht leider ein wenig. Das Kino ist sauber und kann mit vielen Sälen aufwarten. Jedoch ist das Interieur sehr veraltet. Kino trotzdem empfehlenswert da es direkt in der O’Connel Street liegt.

The Savoy cinema is a landmark on busy O’Connell Street and it is the oldest remaining cinema in the city centre.
Its screen number one is the largest screen in the country and is used regularly for premiers and gala evenings. Once inside you can understand why, with its velvet curtains and red comfy, and well worn, chairs that are set in a stadium style, it is a reminder of old style Hollywood glamour.