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The Merrion

5.0 star property
Dublin's historic heart awaits just steps from this elegant hotel where travelers can cycle through cobbled streets or unwind in a tranquil garden retreat

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The Merrion, steps from Trinity College, offers a peaceful garden setting in Dublin's heart. Enjoy a refreshing indoor pool and a rejuvenating spa after exploring the city. The staff excels at making guests feel welcome at this environmentally conscious hotel.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AED 1,773
AED 2,012 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar

Room options

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Deluxe King Room in the Main House | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe King Room in the Main House

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Twin Room (Garden Wing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite (Merrion (Main House))

  • Garden view
  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Speciality (Main House))

  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Garden Wing, Lane View)

  • City view
  • 82 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (Garden Wing)

  • Garden view
  • 204 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior King Room in the Garden Wing with a Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in City Centre Dublin, a neighborhood in Dublin, The Merrion is near a metro station. Guinness Storehouse and Dublin Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Stephen's Green and Phoenix Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Aviva Stadium or Croke Park. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Dublin travel guide
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Upper Merrion Street, Dublin, Dublin, 2

What's nearby

  • St. Stephen's Green in Dublin features visitors enjoying a sunny day near historic arches and vibrant surroundings
    St. Stephen's Green
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dublin_MerrionSquare_507660 04
    Merrion Square
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Trinity College showing heritage architecture and a park
    Trinity College
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grafton Street featuring music, street scenes and a city
    Grafton Street
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • View From O'Connell Bridge in Dublin, Ireland
    O'Connell Street
    12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Dublin Pearse Station
    8 min walk
  • St. Stephen's Green Station
    8 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • O'Donoghue's
    1 min walk
  • Doheny & Nesbitt
    1 min walk
  • Reillys
    1 min walk
  • Wabler & Wren
    3 min walk
  • The Horseshoe Bar
    3 min walk

About this property

The Merrion

Luxury hotel near St. Stephen's Green
A short walk from Grafton Street and Trinity College, The Merrion provides a terrace, a garden, and a hair salon. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a facial, or a body treatment at The Merrion Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), an elevator, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 142 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and separate tubs/showers
  • Children's slippers, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Hospitality Certified, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (EUR 38 per day)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (EUR 38 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 35.50 for adults and EUR 24 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room

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 business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 85.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 70.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 35.50 for adults and EUR 24 for children
  • Self parking fee: EUR 38.00 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: EUR 38.00 per day
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 70.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 85.0 per day

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

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

Merrion
Merrion Dublin
Merrion Hotel
Merrion Hotel Dublin
The Merrion Hotel
The Merrion Dublin
The Merrion Hotel Dublin

Frequently asked questions

Does The Merrion have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Merrion?

As of 17 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Merrion on 25 March 2026 start from AED 1,773, 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.

Is The Merrion pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 38.00 per day. Valet parking is available for EUR 38.00 per day.

What time is check-in at The Merrion?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

What time is check-out at The Merrion?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is The Merrion located?

Located in City Centre Dublin, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Baggot Street, St. Stephen's Green, and Trinity College. Grafton Street and O'Connell Street are also within 1 mi (2 km). St. Stephen's Green Station is 8 minutes by foot and Dawson Tram Stop is 9 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 Merrion Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 887 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Incredible service, beautiful rooms and lobby. Incredible restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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The staff were amazing - couldn’t be more helpful and sincere
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service as always
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Oonagh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our go to spot in Dublin, charming with wonderful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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Brilliant staff and room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location for dining and attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

virginia

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Lovely hotel staff is amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

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Best hotel I ever stayed. Amazing service!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with great staff. Centrally located and a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service and condition. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing elegant property. Great location, great dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, beautiful hotel, very comfortable bed! Immaculately clean and lovely breakfast! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel with really kind and efficient staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We felt like royalty!

The hotel and the staff were so lovely! The location was also lovely and we were able to walk everywhere! All of the dining and bar options onsite were also top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely can highly recommend. Wonderful customer service and rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was great; clean; nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service! Beautiful well located hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay at the Merrion when in Dublin. The hotel is beautiful, and the staff are extremely kind, knowledgeable and professional.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was amazing and the Staff were so friendly including the Restaurant Staff in the Garden Room. Wouldn't hesitate in recommending it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Staff was helpful and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous property,staff, and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous and vegan friendly

Fabulous stay even though short and the best vegan breakfast EVER.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paula A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Merrion is truly an amazing property. An oasis in Dublin to relax, we totally pampered and spoiled. The spa is fabulous. The staff makes you feel welcome the minute you enter the lobby. This is the platinum standard for hotel travel in Dublin. Absolutely the best place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and amazing staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patsy

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Peace of Mind

I absolutely enjoyed my stay at The Merrion. Thank you for having us. We were treated with care and the staff were very attentive to our needs. Especially, Michael (Mihhael), he really went beyond with his service. Thank you for being so attentive and caring about the little details.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025