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Where to stay in Dublin
City Centre Dublin
4/5(286 area reviews)
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like Guinness Storehouse and O'Connell Street are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Temple Bar
4.5/5(15 area reviews)
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.
Ballsbridge
4/5(21 area reviews)
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Aviva Stadium and Herbert Park.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Howth
Unique features of Howth include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Howth Harbour or Dublin Bay while you're exploring the area.
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Cathal Brugha Barracks and Swan Shopping Centre while you're in town.
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Stockhole Lane, Swords, Clonshaugh, Dublin
The price is AU$216 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$216
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Clonshaugh. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,925 reviews)
"Loved it"
Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
26 - 33 Arran Street East, Dublin
The price is AU$187 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$187
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dublin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,062 reviews)
Dublin 40th bday trip!
"Great location for a hotel for a Dublin city break, gorgeous decor, quirky modern rooms and lovely facilities"
Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
11 Bow Ln E, Dublin
Fully refundable
The price is AU$194 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$194
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,938 reviews)
"Haven't a single complaint about this place. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Zanzibar Locke
34 ORMOND QUAY LOWER, Dublin
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,668 reviews)
"The staff, amenities, location, and security were top notch!"
Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025
Beckett Locke
North Wall Avenue, North Docks, Dublin, Dublin
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"The staff was amazing! The coffee shop in the lobby area serves THE BEST dirty Chai latte! The rooms were not cozy though unfortunately. Also, when I checked in my room was dirty, but staff assisted me with switching rooms."
Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street
42-76 St Augustine Street, Dublin, Dublin
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Guinness Storehouse and St. Stephen's ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,802 reviews)
"I can not say enough how fantastic this accommodation / location / staff were. Lisa was amazing with helping me sort issues with booking through Expedia (i will definitely book direct with them next time, but thank you Lisa, only for you i would have been lost. Simon the manager, what can i say, ..."
Reviewed on 16 Sep. 2022
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Trinity College
4.5/5(108 reviews)
Explore Dublin’s literary and architectural past or simply stroll around the open spaces of Ireland’s leading higher education institution, in the heart of the city.
Guinness Storehouse
4.5/5(79 reviews)
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
Aviva Stadium
4/5(11 reviews)
Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.
Dublin Port
4/5(8 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
St. Stephen's Green
4.5/5(109 reviews)
After working your way up Grafton Street’s high end stops and eateries, step into St Stephen’s Green - an oasis of calm in the centre of Ireland’s bustling capital.
O'Connell Street
4.5/5(20 reviews)
Marvel at one of the world’s tallest public works of art as you stroll down this boulevard of shops and historic buildings.
Activities
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop
AU$142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
AU$50
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour
AU$232
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Howth Coastal Boat Tour (Ireland's Eye Ferries 50 mins trip)
AU$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Dublin: Game of Thrones Studio Tour with Coach Transfer
AU$111
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dublin: Jameson Whiskey Distillery Tour with Tastings
AU$52
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Dublin
4.3
Top destination
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Everything was in lockdown due the virus. We need to return
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Very expensive, but a lovely city. A lot of character.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Loved Dublin! Great pubs and shopping, locals are so friendly and helpful! Christmas was a beautiful time to see Ireland with all of the lights and Christmas spirit in the air.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
What a massive city and a place to spend the new year thru
2/5 - Disappointing
Verified traveller
We were looking forward to visiting Dublin but were surprised and disappointed by how dirty it was. Just wasn’t a pleasant experience
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
We had a great stay in a great city.
Other places like Dublin
- Trinity College
- Guinness Storehouse
- Aviva Stadium
- St. Stephen's Green
- O'Connell Street
- Croke Park
- Grafton Street
- Dublin Castle
- Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
- The Convention Centre Dublin
- Malahide Castle
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
- Marlay Park
- Jameson Distillery Bow St.
- Beaumont Hospital
- Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
- Ha' Penny Bridge