For a European vacation with Celtic flair, stay in Dublin. The capital of Ireland is known for its welcoming vibe and cultural gems. Party with the locals in Temple Bar. Gaze upon 13th-century Dublin Castle and ornate St. Patrick's Cathedral. Venture outside the city to perfect seaside villages, then return to tour the Guinness Storehouse or picnic in St. Stephen's Green. Decide where to stay in Dublin for a weekend or a whole week; no matter how long you stay you'll always find new neighborhoods to explore and sights to see. The city's great hotels cater to all tastes and are never far from gorgeous Georgian townhouses, bustling town squares and world-class dining and shopping.
Where to stay
in Dublin
Where to Stay for Nightlife
Dublin is known for its vibrant nightlife scene and Temple Bar is the best place to stay for dancing until dawn. Lining the streets are famous pubs where you can listen to live music and raise a Guinness with a friendly local. Come back in the daytime hours for the trendy boutiques and modern art galleries. Alternatively, consider a hotel along nearby Camden Street, quickly becoming as popular for its nighttime fun as Temple Bar. Local shops and antiques stores close their doors for the day just as a varied mix of bars, pubs and restaurants welcome revelers for the evening. Stay along O'Connell Street on the northern bank of the River Liffey for quintessential Irish pubs and live music.
Temple Bar
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.
Recommended hotels in Temple Bar
Recommended hotels in O'Connell Street
Top Neighborhoods for Sightseeing
The area around Trinity College is the epicenter of Dublin sightseeing and the place to stay for top attractions, including the must-see Book of Kells. Hotels around nearby Fitzwilliam Square and Merrion Square are close to colorful, picture-perfect Georgian residences and cute cafés, giving your stay a neighborly ambiance. Choose accommodations in Christchurch, or the Old City, for its lineup of favorite sightseeing spots: Dublin Castle, Christchurch Cathedral, St. Patrick's Cathedral and the Guinness Storehouse. St. Stephen's Green and the Grafton Street area are also great spots to stay for mixing shopping and sightseeing. History buffs love to stay in Southern Georgian Dublin, with its heritage architecture as well as the National Concert Hall, Oscar Wilde House and National Gallery of Ireland. Explore local history with a stay in Donnybrook, home of the famous cemetery that dates back to the 8th century, as well as the lively rugby stadium.
Recommended hotels in Trinity College
Recommended hotels in Grafton Street
Donnybrook
Unique features of Donnybrook include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Herbert Park or Energia Park while you're exploring the area.
Best Areas for Dining
Close to the city center, upscale Ranelagh and Rathmines are popular spots to stay for foodies. Local residents flock to these neighborhoods for the gourmet food shops, bustling bars and some of the best food in Dublin. Hotels in Drumcondra place you at the forefront of an up-and-coming restaurant scene, with global flavors and some of the best brunch spots in town. Enjoy a local ambiance with accommodations in Smithfield on Dublin's northside, where boutique restaurants and cafés line a pleasant, cobblestone plaza. Follow dinner with live music and Dublin brews at one of the many pubs on the square.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like St. Stephen's Green or Aviva Stadium and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Rathmines
Rathmines is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Swan Shopping Centre or Cathal Brugha Barracks.
Recommended hotels in Rathmines
Drumcondra
Drumcondra is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Croke Park and Tolka Park while in the area.
Recommended hotels in Drumcondra
Smithfield
Well-liked for its restaurants and churches, Smithfield is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Jameson Distillery Bow St. and St. Michan's Church, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around the city.
Recommended hotels in Smithfield
Top Spots for a Suburban Stay
For a quieter Dublin vacation, stay in The Docklands, the meeting spot of the Royal and Grand canals and the River Liffey. After some regeneration, the area is now the place to stay for haute cuisine, modern architecture and entertainment centers. Find a hotel in picture-perfect Howth, full of rustic charm, outdoor adventures and Howth Castle with its gorgeous rhododendron gardens. Dún Laoghaire offers accommodations just 20 minutes southeast of Dublin's city center, as well as excellent fish and chips, a maritime museum, Sandycove beach and enticing shops along George's Street. Find a hotel in Ballsbridge or Donnybrook to be surrounded by elegant family homes, fine restaurants and traditional pubs. It's just far enough from the center of Dublin to be quieter, yet easily connected by bus.
Howth
Seaside views and waterfront views are notable features of Howth. You might consider a stop by Dublin Bay while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Dun Laoghaire
The ample dining options and beautiful 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.
Ballsbridge
Ballsbridge is known for its fantastic nightlife, and with sights like Aviva Stadium and Herbert Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Dublin.
Recommended hotels in Ballsbridge
Donnybrook
Unique features of Donnybrook include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Herbert Park or Energia Park while you're exploring the area.
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