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.
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
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
Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and free newspapers
Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
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:
Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers
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.
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Couples/private dining
Restaurants on site
The Carriage
Things to do
24-hour gym
Shopping
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business center
Meeting rooms
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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5 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1762
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally sourced food prioritized
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Smoking not allowed
Some LED lighting used
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches used
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between December 23 and December 28.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25.00 per person
Nearby parking fee: EUR 18 per day (984 ft away)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.0 per night
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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property class
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
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 20 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Alex on 11 October 2026 start from AED 824, 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.
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
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Our stay at The Alex was lovely. The hotel itself, including the room, is very well maintained and is very clean. The staff was extremely accommodating and very friendly. I docked one star because we did find the room quite warm, even when the air conditioning was supposedly on, and the pillows in the bed were extremely thin. Didn’t have the most restful sleep for those reasons, but that could just be me. Other than that, the hotel was lovely.
We enjoyed our stay at the Alex immensely. The Alex features appealing, comfortable and spotless rooms; a fantastic and diverse breakfast buffet; and a super-convenient location close by Trinity College, St Stephen's Green, and Merrion Square. But the standout feature among many was the Alex' staff. When we arrived at the hotel after an overnight flight from North America, we were warmly greeted by Simon who made every effort to situate us in a room as soon as possible. Throughout our stay, Simon was a cheerful, helpful ambassador for the hotel and Dublin in general. Many thanks, Simon!
The staff was most helpful at every point of our stay. Whine dinner was excellent, menu choices were limited, overall, however a 10 out of 10 for the five day stay at The Alex.