Our Expert Review of Hotels in Dublin, Ireland

Welcome to effervescent, energetic Dublin, the fifth richest city, per capita, in the world. With a population of 505,000 (greater Dublin 1.7 million), Dublin has experienced an extraordinary economic expansion in the past fifteen years and is considered one of the most youthful cities in Europe. The recent boom years have produced a very high standard of living for Dublin’s friendly, welcoming residents and an exhilarating experience for tourists.

Visitors can explore scores of quaint castles, visit excellent museums, and enjoy some of the best shopping in all of Europe. The home to Guinness Brewery, Dublin also boasts a pulsating nightlife with the sounds of live music emanating from friendly pups and nightclubs located throughout the city.

Dublin has a vast array of hotels for visitors; here are a few that we recommend for our budget conscious readers.

Glashaus Hotel
The Glashaus Hotel Tallaght is a new hotel in a rapidly growing area of Dublin. This modern hotel offers air conditioning, flat screened TVs and internet access.  Mass transit stops right at the door and it takes only about 20 minutes to get to downtown Dublin.

Jury’s Croke Park Hotel
A modern 4-star hotel set opposite the famous Croke Park stadium on Jones's Road.  It is located just 10 minutes from Dublin center by mass transit. As with other Jury’s hotels, you can rely on great service and comfortable, modern rooms.

Maldron Hotel Parnell Square
This hotel is located just a few minutes’ walk from the Temple Bar and the shops and bars of O'Connell Street.  Set in a quiet area, this clean and comfortable new hotel offers complimentary newspapers and wireless Internet access in the lobby.

Best Western Academy Plaza Hotel
This 4-star hotel is located in the city center and has been recently renovated. All rooms are equipped with interactive, flat screen television, air-conditioning, laptop sized safe, integrated work desk, complimentary wireless Internet and super comfort beds.

Eliza Lodge
This little 2-star hotel has a lot to offer. The Eliza Lodge is on Wellington Quay, opposite the Fitzwilliam Hotel, and had a great view of the Liffey.  The rooms are small, but fitted with modern amenities.