In the heart of Dublin, Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin offers a warm welcome with its breakfast buffet and Toddys Bar and Brasserie. Enjoy your stay in this upscale eco-certified hotel near Trinity College, where guests rave about the central location, helpful staff, and access to amenities like a gym, bar 24-hour front desk.
Near a metro station, Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin is in City Centre Dublin, a walkable area in Dublin with good shopping. Guinness Storehouse and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Dublin Castle and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Aviva Stadium or Croke Park. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Dublin travel guide
23 Upper O Connell Street, Dublin, Dublin, 2
What's nearby
O'Connell Street
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Trinity College
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Grafton Street
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Dublin Castle
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Parnell Square
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
O'Connell Upper Station
2 min walk
Dublin Tara Street Station
10 min walk
Dublin Airport (DUB)
29 min drive
Restaurants
Flanagan's Restaurant
4 min walk
Fibber Magees
3 min walk
The Gate Hotel
3 min walk
Beshoff Fish & Chips
4 min walk
The Confession Box
3 min walk
About this property
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Upscale hotel near Trinity College
Close to O'Connell Street and Dublin Castle, Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Toddys Bar and Brasserie, offers lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
An electric car charging station, access to a nearby health club, and meeting rooms
An elevator, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
A 24-hour front desk, a porter/bellhop, and a banquet hall
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 404 rooms include comforts such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Recycling and LED light bulbs
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and electric kettles
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Ecostars, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
24-hour offsite parking within 1.2 miles (EUR 30 per day)
Limited onsite parking
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Toddys Bar and Brasserie
Writer's Lounge Bar
Things to do
24-hour gym
Family friendly
In-room crib
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Turndown service
Business services
9 meeting rooms
Business center
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Nearby parking fee: EUR 30 per day(6562 ft away; open 24 hours)
A late check-out fee will be charged
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
National rating
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin?
As of 9 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin on 25 March 2026 start from AED 532, excluding 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.
How much is parking?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.
Where is Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin located?
Located in City Centre Dublin, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Henry Street Shopping District, Trinity College, and Grafton Street. St. Stephen's Green and O'Connell Street are also within 1 mi (2 km). O'Connell Upper Station and Parnell Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.
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
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rooms were very clean, breakfast options were excellent and staff could not do enough. Great location too and easily accessible to all the hotspots in Dublin.
We loved everything about this hotel. It was in a fantastic location.The room was very clean and an excellent size. The staff were friendly and helpful. The beds were extremely comfortable and the breakfast was delicious with a huge selection to choose from. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone.
Staff were super friendly and helpful making our stay that much easier
Lucy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leah
16 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel is beautiful, clean, great location and lovely, friendly staff. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others.
Leah
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen
25 November 2025
Everything about this hotel was perfect
All staff very professional
Breakfast so much to choose from and the room was spotless, definitely will be back next year
Location was excellent and staff was very friendly and helpful. We had a tour booked for early morning and would miss the breakfast window and they offered to pack us a breakfast to go. Very sweet! Will stay again!!