When visiting Dublin you will have more activities to do than you can most likely finish during your stay. From visiting the Guinness Storehouse to walking through St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin has some of the best places to see in Ireland. The best part is everyone is friendly and ready to give you a history lesson while enjoying a pint.
As far as hotels, Dublin doesn’t skimp on luxury. Many locations feature 5 star stylish interiors, concierge services, spas, Michelin-star restaurants, and great city views. If you are wanting the best Ireland has to offer, here is our list of the best luxury hotels in Dublin.
1. The Merrion Hotel
We will start out the list with the most exclusive and luxury hotel in Dublin. Located next to the Government building, it has a private feel setting while still providing world class service through is long list of amenities. Just a few to name:
- Full Service Spa
- Indoor Pool
- Fitness Center
While you stay at The Merrion, you can also visit their restaurant, Patrick Guilbaud, which has received two Michelin stars. After a good meal be sure to then check out their Cellar Bar which is located in an 18th century wine vault. All said and done, when it comes to 5 star luxury, The Merrion Hotel in second to none.
Address: Merrion Street Upper, Dublin 2, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 603 0600
2. The Westin Dublin
Located in the heart of Dublin, The Westin is another luxurious 5 start hotel set in a historic bank. Close to the popular Grafton street, this is the best place to stay if you want to be in the hustle and bustle.
The rooms are decked out in luxury as you relax in bathrooms, deluxe toiletries, and even sip on some tea or coffee while watching satellite TV. If you get lucky you may even get a room with a balcony overlooking downtown Dublin. Some of the best amenities The Westin offers are:
- In Room Spa Service
- Modern Exercise Room
For food, this luxury hotel features an Atrium Lounge and Morelands Grill which serves traditional Irish cuisine. You can enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner before heading over to the Mint Bar for some late night cocktails.
For those looking to be right in the middle of everything, The Westin Dublin is only a 5 minute walk to some great destinations.
Address: at College Green, Westmoreland St, Dublin, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 645 1000
3. The Westbury Hotel Dublin
The Westbury is another perfect luxury hotel just minutes away from Grafton Street and shopping. Even though they don’t have all the amenities such as a spa or fitness center, we still rank them as one of the best places to stay do to their rooms and suites. With over 250 rooms to choose from, each one has a modern theme and are more spacious compared to similar hotels.
The Westbury Hotel does have an upscale dining restaurant known as the Wilde or a more contemporary style setting called Cafe Novo. For late night drinks check out the Marble Bar which can get pretty popular for a good pint.
The rooms, decor, and location put this five star hotel near the top of our best list to stay.
Address: Balfe St, Dublin 2, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 679 1122
4. The Fitzwilliam Hotel Dublin
Located in downtown central Dublin, The Fitzwilliam is a great 5 start hotel that overlooks St. Stephen’s Green. As far as luxury accommodations, this place goes all out. Rooms are decked out in modern furniture while you slip on your bathrobe and slippers after your walk in shower. They also offer satellite TV and free wi-fi so you can find local things to do in the area. You are only 5 minutes away from the Temple bar, which is a very popular tourist attraction to grab a pint.
Best hotel amenities:
- Luxury Spa with pedicure and massage treatments
- Modern exercise room
- 24 hour room service
- Nightly chocolates on your duvet
As far as restaurants you can choose from 3 five star restaurants serving French, Mediterranean and Irish cuisine. The hotel also offers an on-site bar call Inn on the Green. If you want to feel pampered, check out this luxury hotel.
Address: 127/128 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2, D02 HE18, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 478 7000
5. Dylan Hotel Dublin
Known as a luxury chic hotel, this 5-star boutique setting has spacious rooms with a perfect location to Dublin Castle. Guests will enjoy luxurious bed lines and memory foam mattresses, Italian marble bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi. The Dylan Hotel is in a nicer part of town of Dublin 4 so you will get upper class amenities in and around the area.
Best Amenities:
- 24 hour room service
- Underfloor heating
- Exercise Room
The Dylan Hotel restaurant is more of a bistro and has great Irish cuisine The bar is also the perfect place to unwind after a long day and enjoy a good cocktail.
The Dylan restaurant serves gourmet Bistro-style cuisine using the finest of Irish ingredients. The Dylan Bar overlooks the restaurant and has a fine selection of cocktails, wines and an outside terrace area. Room service is also available. When people talk about this luxury hotel, the most often thing mentioned is how they have the best service in Dublin.
Address: Eastmoreland Pl, Dublin, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 660 3000
6. InterContinental Hotel Dublin
Elegance is the perfect word for InterContinental Hotel in Dublin. This luxury hotel is walking distance to a beach and has beautiful scenery and landscape on the property. Known as the Four Seasons Hotel in the past, they still have kept the 5 star feel while offering a lot of amenities to their guests. What makes this one of the best hotels in Dublin is:
- 40 foot swimming pool
- Luxury bathrooms
- Heated hot tub
- 5 treatment centers (massage and skincare
- Sauna and steam room
- Modern fitness center
Some of the best rooms in Dublin are located within the InterContinental Hotel. Slip on your bathrobe after taking a hot bath or glass-walled shower. For restaurants you can choose between some surf and turf or more casual cafe. For drinks they have an on-site bar called Tapas.
Address: 4 Simmonscourt Rd, Dublin 4, D04 A9K8, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 665 4000
7. The Shelbourne Dublin
For a more historic experience, you need to stay at The Shelbourne in downtown Dublin. This 5 star hotel is close to everything (Grafton Street, National Museum and Trinity College to name a few). The interior is all luxury, offering rooms with marble bathrooms, flat-screen tvs, robes, and high end bath products.
Best Hotel Amenities:
- 50 Foot Swimming Pool
- Dance Studio
- Salon
- Luxury Spa
- 7 Treatment rooms (manicure, pedicure, facials, and more)
- Fitness Center
The Shelbourne in Dublin has an amazing 5 start steak and seafood restaurant to go along with their two Lounges and the No.27 Bar. This historic landmark makes it a best hotel in Dublin.
Address: 27 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 663 4500
8.The Marker Hotel
For the business traveler looking for a 5 star luxury hotel, The Marker is the best hotel for you. Located in the business quarter, they are still fairly close to Dublin city center (about a 20 minute walk). The rooms are still luxury all the way and offer private bathrooms, air conditioning, and complementary Malin Goetz toiletries.
If you head on over to the Rooftop Lounge you can get some very scenic views of Dublin while enjoying a cocktail. If it’s a meal you are in the mood for, they also have a very traditional Irish restaurant known as the Brasserie.
The Best Marker Hotel Amenities:
- 50 foot infinity swimming pool
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- Steam Room
When it comes to the best hotels in Dublin, this luxurious hotel won’t disappoint.
Address: Grand Canal Square, Docklands, Dublin 2, D02 CK38, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 687 5100
9. Radisson Blu St Helen’s Hotel Dublin
Located on 4 acres of amazing landscape, Radisson Blu St Helen’s Hotel is a luxurious destination and only minutes away from the beach. With a more Victorian style theme, they have some world class 5 star amenities while guests relax in the comfort they have always dreamed about. The rooms features Egyptian cotton sheets, private bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi.
For dining, the Radisson Blu St Helen’s Hotel offers Italian cuisine at their award winning Talavera restaurant. For nightime activity you can enjoy some cocktails at the Orangerie Bar.
Address: Stillorgan Rd, Booterstown, Dublin, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 218 6000
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