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The Merrion Hotel

A five-star hotel set in a terrace of restored Georgian townhouses opposite Government Buildings, with one of Ireland's finest private art collections.

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The verdict

Worth the stay for…

Great for
  • If you've only got a day
  • Couples
  • Solo travellers
  • Photographers
  • Anyone here to unwind
  • Romantics
Depends
  • Travellers on a budget
  • Families with kids
  • History & culture buffs
Not for

Worth it for if you've only got a day, couples and solo travellers.

The location trade-off

What you're near — and what you're not

Walkable
  • National Gallery and Merrion Square (across the road)
  • Government Buildings (opposite)
  • Grafton Street and Trinity (short walk)
Cut off from
  • The river and Temple Bar (a longer walk)
  • It's a calm government-district setting, not a nightlife one
Rooms & rate

What you're paying for

Rooms and suites split between the main Georgian houses and a quieter garden wing; the garden-wing rooms tend to be calmest, while the main-house rooms carry the most period character. An indoor pool and spa are on site.

Why we say this

Insider secrets & local vibes

Restored Georgian townhouses, an acclaimed Irish art collection and a calm garden make it one of the most beautiful stays in the city.
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An indoor pool and spa set it apart from the city's older heritage hotels.
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It's among the most expensive addresses in Dublin, firmly a special-occasion budget.
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What it feels like

Reading the room, traveller by traveller

  • Couples

    A serene, art-filled retreat for a romantic city break, with the spa as a real plus.

  • Solo

    Quiet and beautifully kept — an indulgent solo stay if the budget allows.

Good to know

Before you go

Cost
High-end
Last verified
2026-06-17
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