The Academy Plaza Hotel is a 304-room property located off of O'Connell Street in downtown Dublin, within walking distance to many restaurant, nightlife, and shopping options. With a mix of both leisure and business travelers, this hotel offers value for the price -- clean and updated rooms at reasonable rates, plus on-site restaurants and a spa.
The Academy Plaza Hotel is a 304-room property located off of O'Connell Street in downtown Dublin, within walking distance to many restaurant, nightlife, and shopping options. With a mix of both leisure and business travelers, this hotel offers value for the price -- clean and updated rooms at reasonable rates, plus on-site restaurants and a spa.
The 23-room Kilronan House is an elegant bed-and-breakfast in an historic building in the leafy Georgian Quarter of central Dublin. It has a period-decorated guest parlor, simple but gracious rooms, and an ample, free daily breakfast that includes soda bread, scones, and omelets. The family-run inn is a popular choice with travelers who want a central location, affordable rates, and a more warm and intimate atmosphere than that of a large hotel. Downsides include some small rooms, occasional shared bathrooms, and limited parking.
The 23-room Kilronan House is an elegant bed-and-breakfast in an historic building in the leafy Georgian Quarter of central Dublin. It has a period-decorated guest parlor, simple but gracious rooms, and an ample, free daily breakfast that includes soda bread, scones, and omelets. The family-run inn is a popular choice with travelers who want a central location, affordable rates, and a more warm and intimate atmosphere than that of a large hotel. Downsides include some small rooms, occasional shared bathrooms, and limited parking.
Converted from a hotel, the six-story Generator Hostel Dublin can accommodate up to 540 guests. Located within walking distance of major tourist attractions, the property features everything from bare basic dorm-style rooms with multiple bunk beds to private suites with their own showers. This property appeals to both the young and the young at heart, with a lively social scene in a popular artsy neighborhood.
Converted from a hotel, the six-story Generator Hostel Dublin can accommodate up to 540 guests. Located within walking distance of major tourist attractions, the property features everything from bare basic dorm-style rooms with multiple bunk beds to private suites with their own showers. This property appeals to both the young and the young at heart, with a lively social scene in a popular artsy neighborhood.
Set in a a Victorian town house in fashionable Ballsbridge with homey chintz, brass chandeliers, stained glass, and free bottomless hot beverages served all day, the 20-room Roxford Lodge Hotel at first might seem more posh B&B than mid-range boutique hotel. It goes all out with in-room amenities, however, which include free Wi-Fi and huge flat-screen TVs with DVD libraries, and separate taps for drinking water; most rooms also come with infra-red saunas and jetted tubs -- the Executive Suite, with a kitchen, bar area, and large sauna, is particularly special. The residential location offers quiet and easy access to Dublin center but without the hubbub. Those who don't mind being a little farther out might want to check out the Sandymount Hotel, whose rates tend to be a little lower.
Set in a a Victorian town house in fashionable Ballsbridge with homey chintz, brass chandeliers, stained glass, and free bottomless hot beverages served all day, the 20-room Roxford Lodge Hotel at first might seem more posh B&B than mid-range boutique hotel. It goes all out with in-room amenities, however, which include free Wi-Fi and huge flat-screen TVs with DVD libraries, and separate taps for drinking water; most rooms also come with infra-red saunas and jetted tubs -- the Executive Suite, with a kitchen, bar area, and large sauna, is particularly special. The residential location offers quiet and easy access to Dublin center but without the hubbub. Those who don't mind being a little farther out might want to check out the Sandymount Hotel, whose rates tend to be a little lower.
The 21-room boutique-style hotel called Number 31 was once the home of Sam Stephenson, Dublin’s famous modernist architect. With an elegant, contemporary design theme and a cozy, welcoming vibe, this property is a favorite for guests who want to stay close to the shopping and dining district in the city center. Period-style rooms are upscale and feature original Georgian details like lofty ceilings and cornices. Guests rave about the cooked-to-order breakfast spread and personalized service.
The 21-room boutique-style hotel called Number 31 was once the home of Sam Stephenson, Dublin’s famous modernist architect. With an elegant, contemporary design theme and a cozy, welcoming vibe, this property is a favorite for guests who want to stay close to the shopping and dining district in the city center. Period-style rooms are upscale and feature original Georgian details like lofty ceilings and cornices. Guests rave about the cooked-to-order breakfast spread and personalized service.
The 67-room, mid-range Buswells Hotel has a homey vibe. The property consists of five townhouses, and there are cozy furnishings in both the public spaces and guest rooms. Sizes of rooms vary even among the same category, but all have flat-screen TVs, comfy beds, and electric kettles. The hotel is located in the city center near many tourist attractions, but it's still quiet. The on-site Trumans Restaurant receives good reviews and the bar is a sophisticated spot to grab coffee or a cocktail. Note that the fitness center is tiny and oddly configured and parking is only free during overnight hours at a nearby lot.
The 67-room, mid-range Buswells Hotel has a homey vibe. The property consists of five townhouses, and there are cozy furnishings in both the public spaces and guest rooms. Sizes of rooms vary even among the same category, but all have flat-screen TVs, comfy beds, and electric kettles. The hotel is located in the city center near many tourist attractions, but it's still quiet. The on-site Trumans Restaurant receives good reviews and the bar is a sophisticated spot to grab coffee or a cocktail. Note that the fitness center is tiny and oddly configured and parking is only free during overnight hours at a nearby lot.
The 104-room Sheldon Park Hotel is a solid mid-range option for travelers who don't mind being removed from downtown, which is about a 20-minute ride from the nearby tram stop. Rooms vary; most rooms have basic modern decor (aside from the occasional old tube TV) in muted colors, while suites are more traditional but also more dated, with details such as bed drapery, patterned bedspreads, and bright red carpet. Some rooms don't have a window. They do all have electric kettles, TVs, and trouser presses. The on-site restaurant and bar receive good reviews and a live band sometimes performs. The leisure center has a well-equipped fitness center, indoor heated pool, sauna, and steam room. There's free parking and Wi-Fi, but the connection can be finicky.
The 104-room Sheldon Park Hotel is a solid mid-range option for travelers who don't mind being removed from downtown, which is about a 20-minute ride from the nearby tram stop. Rooms vary; most rooms have basic modern decor (aside from the occasional old tube TV) in muted colors, while suites are more traditional but also more dated, with details such as bed drapery, patterned bedspreads, and bright red carpet. Some rooms don't have a window. They do all have electric kettles, TVs, and trouser presses. The on-site restaurant and bar receive good reviews and a live band sometimes performs. The leisure center has a well-equipped fitness center, indoor heated pool, sauna, and steam room. There's free parking and Wi-Fi, but the connection can be finicky.
There's not a lot to find fault with at the 142-room Grand Canal Hotel, but equally little to get excited about either. It's a modern hotel with all the amenities expected of a mid-range property, plus a few more -- free on-site parking for one. Rooms are generally satisfactory, but an upgrade to an Executive Room brings such extras as smart TVs, CD players, Egyptian cotton duvets, and robes. The location, across from Grand Canal Dart Station and within walking distance of Aviva Stadium, the Bord Gais Theatre, and the Royal Dublin Society is ideal for some travelers, but the city center is at least a 20-minute walk away. There's a Dublin Public Bike Scheme station, one of 40 public bike stations around the city, right outside the hotel.
There's not a lot to find fault with at the 142-room Grand Canal Hotel, but equally little to get excited about either. It's a modern hotel with all the amenities expected of a mid-range property, plus a few more -- free on-site parking for one. Rooms are generally satisfactory, but an upgrade to an Executive Room brings such extras as smart TVs, CD players, Egyptian cotton duvets, and robes. The location, across from Grand Canal Dart Station and within walking distance of Aviva Stadium, the Bord Gais Theatre, and the Royal Dublin Society is ideal for some travelers, but the city center is at least a 20-minute walk away. There's a Dublin Public Bike Scheme station, one of 40 public bike stations around the city, right outside the hotel.
The Harding Hotel is a family-run three-pearl hotel, with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Found in the old medieval quarter of Dublin, this hotel has surprisingly spacious rooms considering its location and reasonable rates. However, they're dated with bland decor and old tube TVs. Therefore, it's a popular choice for budget-minded tourists who want to easily reach many of Dublin's top attractions by foot. There's free Wi-Fi but the hotel lacks many other features, instead covering just the basics. Its most popular amenity is an on-location bar with live music that serves 70 types of Irish whiskey.
The Harding Hotel is a family-run three-pearl hotel, with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Found in the old medieval quarter of Dublin, this hotel has surprisingly spacious rooms considering its location and reasonable rates. However, they're dated with bland decor and old tube TVs. Therefore, it's a popular choice for budget-minded tourists who want to easily reach many of Dublin's top attractions by foot. There's free Wi-Fi but the hotel lacks many other features, instead covering just the basics. Its most popular amenity is an on-location bar with live music that serves 70 types of Irish whiskey.
Dating back to the 19th century, the mid-range Central Hotel has become a local landmark. Its Library Bar, a traditional meeting place for Dubliners, oozes Old World charm and elegance, and is the hotel's standout feature. Centrally located, the hotel is surrounded by restaurants, bars, shops, and cafes, and is within a fast walk of George's Street Arcade. The 70 rooms, which have flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, are simple but spaciouos -- even Standard Doubles have small sitting areas. Be aware that rooms are not air-conditioned. The hotel is prone to street noise, and it can be difficult to get a good night's sleep. Travelers could consider the nearby Drury Court Hotel, which offers better value and some of its rooms include kitchenettes.
Dating back to the 19th century, the mid-range Central Hotel has become a local landmark. Its Library Bar, a traditional meeting place for Dubliners, oozes Old World charm and elegance, and is the hotel's standout feature. Centrally located, the hotel is surrounded by restaurants, bars, shops, and cafes, and is within a fast walk of George's Street Arcade. The 70 rooms, which have flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, are simple but spaciouos -- even Standard Doubles have small sitting areas. Be aware that rooms are not air-conditioned. The hotel is prone to street noise, and it can be difficult to get a good night's sleep. Travelers could consider the nearby Drury Court Hotel, which offers better value and some of its rooms include kitchenettes.