Dublin
A €13 million refit has transformed this standard business hotel into an exceptional five-star property. The style is contemporary chic – marble bathrooms…
Dublin
A €13 million refit has transformed this standard business hotel into an exceptional five-star property. The style is contemporary chic – marble bathrooms…
Temple Bar
This 18th-century heritage house has been gloriously restored to the highest standard by the Irish Landmark Trust. Furnished with tasteful antiques and…
Dublin
This resplendent five-star hotel, in a terrace of beautifully restored Georgian townhouses, opened in 1988 but looks like it's been around a lot longer…
Dublin
The city's most distinctive property is the former home of modernist architect Sam Stephenson, who successfully fused 1960s style with 18th-century grace…
Dublin
'This must be the place' is emblazoned in bright neon across the wall of the 7th-floor breakfast room, and you'd be hard pushed to disagree. Modern rooms…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
As pieds-à-terre go, this is a doozy: there are 10 exquisitely appointed bedrooms spread across a wonderful Georgian property whose best views overlook St…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
Tucked away just off Grafton St is one of the most elegant hotels in town. The upstairs lobby is a great spot for afternoon tea or a drink, and the two…
Dublin
Dublin's most famous hotel was founded in 1824 and has been the preferred halting post of the powerful and wealthy ever since. Several owners and refurbs…
Dublin
Following the lead of its hip sister hotel the Dean, this Ranelagh outpost is an artsy spot in one of Dublin's fanciest boroughs. Though definitely on the…
North of the Liffey
The Northside's best hostel – actually for atmosphere alone it's the best in town – is in a 200-year-old wine vault just around the corner from the main…
Dublin
Behind the eye-catching chequerboard facade created by Manuel Aires Mateus are 187 swanky rooms and suites decked out in a wintry palette (washed-out…
North of the Liffey
This European chain brings its own brand of funky, fun design to Dublin's hostel scene, with bright colours, comfortable dorms (including women-only) and…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
Following a hefty refurbishment in 2018, Grafton Guesthouse is one of the standout budget hotels in the city. Exposed brick walls, subway-tiled bathrooms…
Dublin
Our favourite lodging in Ballsbridge is this wonderful Victorian-era property that is somewhere between a boutique hotel and a luxury B&B. Its 28 rooms…
Temple Bar
Fresh out of a €15 million redesign in 2018, the Morgan is one of the sleekest hotels in town. The rooms are contemporary and calming, with a pale grey…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
Every room at this newish designer hotel comes with earplugs, vodka, wine and Berocca – so you know what to expect (light sleepers, beware). Take your…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
A trendy boutique hotel in an original Victorian red-brick. The interiors are thoroughly modern: rooms are small and tastefully decorated with polished…
Dublin
This carefully restored Georgian mews dating from 1792 is managed by the Irish Landmark Trust. There are three beautifully appointed double bedrooms that…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
Martin Sheen's grin greets you upon entering this award-winning guesthouse, which he declared his favourite spot for an Irish stay. Marty's not the only…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
Want to fluff up the pillows in the home of a former Lord Mayor of Dublin? The traditional Georgian style of Timothy Charles Harrington's home – he wore…
Dublin
A Victorian schoolhouse dating from 1861, this beautiful building has been successfully converted into an exquisite boutique hotel that is (ahem) ahead of…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
A business hotel that is an excellent example of how sleek lines and muted colours combine beautifully with luxury, ensuring a memorable night's stay…
Dublin
Built for business travellers and out-of-towners taking in a gig at the 3 Arena next door, the Gibson is impressive: 250-odd ultramodern rooms decked out…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
The rooms are a modern – if miniaturised – version of Edwardian luxury. Heavy velvet curtains and custom-made Irish furnishings (including beds with…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
The closest thing to living like a student at this stunningly beautiful university is crashing in their rooms when they're on holidays. The best choice is…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
You couldn't pick a more prestigious spot on the Dublin Monopoly board than this minimalist Terence Conrad–designed number overlooking the Green. Ask for…
Dublin
The first of the O’Callaghan Collection to get a rebrand in 2018, the Alex is a beautifully sleek hotel where gorgeous design meets decadent comfort…
Dublin
Handy for all the sights you'll find within the Liberties – St Patrick's Cathedral, the Teeling Distillery and, of course, the Guinness Storehouse – the…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
Once a fancy bank branch, now a fancier hotel: rooms are decorated in elegant mahogany and soft colours that are reminiscent of the USA's finest. You will…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
A boutique hotel with a range of elegant rooms designed in a variety of styles, from classical French to more exotic Moroccan. Crisp white sheets…
North of the Liffey
Sister hostel to Isaacs around the corner, this clean and modern hostel offers spacious accommodation with private bathrooms and outstanding facilities,…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
A small, plush hotel just west of Grafton St that emphasises friendly, top-notch service. The bedrooms have a subtle elegance, but the clinchers are the…
North of the Liffey
A Georgian classic on one of Dublin’s most beautiful streets, this popular hostel has a host of dorms and apartment-style suites, all with private…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
This Dublin institution, open since 1882, has a long association with politicians, who wander across the road from Dáil Éireann (Irish Assembly) to wet…
North of the Liffey
Space-age funky design is the template at this hip hotel, part of the Hilton Doubletree group. King-sized beds (with fancy mattresses), 40in LCD TVs, free…
North of the Liffey
Ostensibly part of the old North Star Hotel, the Address has surprisingly stylish and plush bedrooms, some of which overlook the passing trains gliding…
Dublin
The Dylan's baroque-meets-Scandinavian-sleek designer look makes for a wonderfully quirky hotel, and a €10 million renovation in 2017 saw the addition of…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
Fresh out of a big refurb (and rebrand), the former O'Callaghan hotel is now a much cooler spot simply known as the Green. With an ultra-slick new bar…
Dublin
Set in a striking red-brick building, the Wilder has a delightfully quirky vibe, with cute little ornaments and tailor's mannequins in the rooms, which…
Dublin
Formerly the Four Seasons, this seriously plush hotel makes for a decadent getaway. But it's got a fair amount of character, too — as well as a killer spa…