The Alex

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Located close to National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, The Alex provides shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, The Carriage, features international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

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Two single beds with green pillows, a framed abstract painting above each bed, and a framed picture of rocks on the wall.

Classic Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and artwork on the walls.

Executive Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a chair, and a lamp.

Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a green sofa, two armchairs, a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and artwork on the walls.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(63 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in City Centre Dublin, a neighborhood in Dublin, The Alex is near the airport and near a metro station. National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include O'Connell Street and Grafton Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Aviva Stadium. Visit our Dublin travel guide
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41-47 Fenian Street, (off Merrion Square), Dublin, Dublin, 2

What's nearby

  • A large historic building with a prominent tower and a central archway.
    Trinity College
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A classical building with a central fountain and statues.
    National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A large stone archway with inscriptions, surrounded by historic buildings and a park.
    St. Stephen's Green
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A stone archway with inscriptions, surrounded by buildings and a clear blue sky.
    Grafton Street
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A busy city street with classical architecture, a tall monument, and a red double-decker bus.
    O'Connell Street
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Dublin Pearse Station
    3 min walk
  • Dawson Tram Stop
    10 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bread 41
    6 min walk
  • Kennedy's
    4 min walk
  • Lincoln's Inn
    4 min walk
  • The Pig's Ear
    7 min walk
  • Wabler & Wren
    6 min walk

About this property

The Alex

  • Upscale hotel near Trinity College
  • Located close to National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, The Alex provides shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, The Carriage, features international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
  • Other perks include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
    • Tour/ticket assistance, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
    • Concierge services, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 103 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
    • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and refrigerators

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Alex pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Alex?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Alex on Nov 15, 2026 start from $222, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Alex?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:00 AM–6:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at The Alex?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Alex located?

Located in City Centre Dublin, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Trinity College and National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square. St. Stephen's Green and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum are also within 15 minutes. Dublin Pearse Station is only a 3-minute walk and Dawson Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Alex Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 809 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1001 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel, very clean, and very central to everything. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Top notch. The staff was so helpful and professional. The breakfast was outstanding and the room was clean and spacious. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and a very comfortable and spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location, comfortable beds and lively friendly staff .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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We liked the location. Easy walk to most places and a couple of good restaurants nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love the location. Staff was friendly especially at the buffet restaurant…they couldn’t do enough for you. The rooms were very spacious and nice, I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location, helpful friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean facility. The service from the staff was impeccable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Service, location, and food was very good. However the bathroom; too small, very thin cheap towels, not up to par given the rest of the hotel and the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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very clean. great location! Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Quiet and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable and well appointed rooms and the hotel is in a good location. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The hotel was situated in a great location. It was away enough from the downtown area that you could walk, and didnt fight all the traffic, buses, and trains. The only issue was parking was difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice spot, close to all the shopping and restaurants. Would stay again. Staff was cheerful and so helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Junior suite was spacious and comfortable and worth the upgrade. Staff was excellent all around including getting us an earlier check in after a red-eye flight.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent staff. Friendly. Rooms spacious. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were very helpful especially Simon who made my stay pleasant and enjoyable with his excellent customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was great, Location was ideal. Staff was very helpful. Full Irish breakfast buffet a 10. So 10’s on everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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superb in every way! location was ideal, rooms were very roomy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel with a friendly staff. The beds were heavenly! The rooms are thoughtfully designed. Highly recommend for your stay in Dublin.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very kind and helpful and even brought us up a tray of chocolates as we had stayed there previously. The hotel is very clean and in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay. Comfortable rooms. Great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful hotel in the best area. Very close to the Square to walk around. Lovely staff and the reception couldn’t have been more helpful. Will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely Hotel. Great location. The staff was exceptional. I highly recommend a stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026