Hotels in O'Connell Street and environs (Dublin)

Castle Hotel

Come to stay here if you want a taste of living in a period Georgian house. This hotel has maintained its period features: its staircases and original plasterwork, with exquisite marble fireplaces, are particularly attractive. What adds to its allure are the beautiful crystal chandeliers set against the splendid antique mirrors and the open fireplaces. Each bedroom has been individually decorated and boasts the usual facilities expected from a more expensive hotel, including a private bathroom per room.

Isaac's Hostel

Isaac's is a popular hostel, within easy reach of all the main Dublin attractions. Isaac's provides private and family rooms, as well as dormitories. You can go self-catering or dine in the excellent yet affordable restaurant. Ensuite rooms are available by request. It's open all year round, 24 hours. There are security lockers and free luggage storage. It has disabled access, a bureau de change, free bed linen, hot showers and even live music. Voted on of the Top 10 Hostelworld Hostels.

Gresham Hotel

Newly refurbished but still retaining all the charm of one of Dublin's oldest hotels, the Gresham is located centrally on historic O'Connell Street. The Gresham has certainly aged well: the façade is really gorgeous, with a nod to the new in its smoky green glass awning, but it's generally a hotel with Old World charm. The lobby is a great place for morning coffee or tea in the afternoon, and the bedrooms are well furnished and comfortable.

Clifton Court Hotel

The Clifton Court is well-situated with a fabulous view of the river Liffey, and within easy walking distance of Dublin's premier shopping areas. The renowned Abbey Theatre, Point Depot and Tara and Amiens Street DART/train stations, are all also nearby. All rooms have en suite bathrooms, direct dial phone, trouser press, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. There's a specialist seafood restaurant which provides live traditional music and serves quality Irish cuisine. This hotel also incorporates a famous pub called Lanigans, established in 1822, which offers traditional music and Irish dancing nightly.

Hotel Isaacs Dublin

Originally a wine warehouse, this building has been beautifully restored, leaving many original features (alas, not the wine itself). Located just north of the River Liffey, within easy walking distance of O'Connell Street Bridge and Connolly train station. Issac's, is not fancy, but is relatively cheap and clean. There's a lounge for visitors to relax anytime of the day. Call for more details.

Mount Eccles Court

Mount Eccles Court is a quality budget hostel located on one of the finest Georgian streets on Dublin's northside. Less than five minutes from the city centre, this 18th-century building is located a few doors up from the James Joyce Cultural Centre and is popular with backpackers all year round. Facilities include a self-catering kitchen, a tv room, a breakfast room and baggage supervision. Beds start from per person sharing, although private rooms are also available on request.

Cassidy's Hotel

Cassidy's, situated right in the centre of Dublin, is convienient for all your needs. Dublin Airport is only twenty minutes away, and with both Connolly Heuston Station and Busaras Central Bus Station all close by, all the major towns and cities of Ireland are within easy reach. The hotel is a comfortable, family-run establishment with an emphasis on good value, a warm atmosphere and friendly service. All rooms come with state of the art keycard entry system, multi channel cable TV, hairdryer, trouser press, direct dial telephone and tea/coffee making facilities.

Caulfield's Hotel

Caulfield's is a small comfortable hotel located within five minutes walk of the city's main thoroughfare, O'Connell Street, and twenty minutes drive from Dublin Airport. This former Georgian house has been tastefully transformed into a comfortable hotel bar and restaurant. A host of entertainment tastes are catered for in the bar, with a variety of modern and traditional music and song to accompany your favourite Irish tipple after a leisurely day of sightseeing.

Barry's Hotel

Barry's Hotel is one of the oldest in Dublin - built during the latter part of the Georgian period. It is situated 300 metres from O'Connell Street, the northside's main thoroughfare. This 30-bedroom hotel is a popular spot for gaelic football and hurling enthusiasts and counts some of gaelic football's top figures among its regulars in the warm, inviting hotel bar. The "Tudor Rose" restaurant places a strong emphasis on traditional Irish dishes.

Ormond Quay Hotel

The Ormond Quay Hotel is situated right in the heart of Dublin city, facing the river Liffey and only minutes from O'Connell Bridge, Temple Bar and St Stephen's Green. All the charming bedrooms are en-suite and are of the highest standard of comfort. Ask for a room with a river view for that real feeling of Dublin.

St George Hotel

In 1750 John Ensor, an apprentice to Richard Castle who designed the White House in Washington DC, built this Georgian palace which was refurbished and opened as a hotel in 1907. The hotel is situated at the top of O'Connell Street, Dublin's principle thoroughfare and almost opposite the world-famous Gate theatre. All rooms are comfortable and tastefully decorated with all standard modern facilities. The Hotel St George is the ideal place for excellent value city centre accommodation.

Dergvale Hotel

The Dergvale Hotel is located within walking distance of all principal cultural and shopping areas, just five minutes walk from O'Connell Street. Most bedrooms are en-suite and provide a comfortable atmosphere for your stay. The hotel is under the personal supervision of Gerard and Nancy Nolan.