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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 Dublin Port 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.
Dublin 8
If you're spending time in Dublin 8, check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Heuston Station or Heuston Tram Stop.
Howth
Unique features of Howth include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Dublin Bay or Howth Harbour while you're exploring the area.
Dun Laoghaire
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Dun Laoghaire. A stop by Dun Laoghaire Harbour or Dublin Bay might round out your trip.
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Stockhole Lane, Swords, Clonshaugh, Dublin
The price is AU$182 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$182
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,607 reviews)
"Super convenient!"
Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
11 Bow Ln E, Dublin
The price is AU$187 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$187
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
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! (1,833 reviews)
Marvellous Marlin
"Great hotel just off St Stephens Square. We had the superior room which spacious with comfy bed an very large bathroom. Spotlessly clean. Great service from the staff maning the foyer."
Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024
Clink i Lár
35-36 Abbey Street Upper. Dublin1, Dublin
The price is AU$143 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$143
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (516 reviews)
"The staff members were amazing. Very friendly very approachable. Charlie was the best given us advice on where to go. Very laid back hostel and felt very safe during our time there."
Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024
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! (1,441 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and very nice and helpful staff!"
Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024
Beckett Locke
North Wall Avenue, North Docks, Dublin, 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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (907 reviews)
Brilliant for concert
"Great place to stay. Close to the 3 arena and luas stop right outside."
Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle
8 Bride Street, Dublin, Dublin
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (931 reviews)
A true home away from home
"I look forward to staying with stay city probably more than I look forward to my trip. I feel safe staying with this hotel company. I was in the hotel business for 35 years and these hotels have succeeded what other hotels have failed. Simply the best."
Reviewed on 3 Nov. 2024
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.
Grafton Street
4/5(33 reviews)
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Activities
From Dublin: Game of Thrones Studio Tour with Coach Transfer
AU$108
Per adult
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
AU$122
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Dublin: St Patrick's, Book of Kells, and Dublin Castle Tour
AU$147
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Blarney Castle Full-Day Tour from Dublin
AU$130
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The Irish Dance Party in Dublin
AU$41
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop
AU$140
Per adult
100% 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.