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The Alex

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square

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International cuisine
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
In-room business centre
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
The Alex puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Trinity College and Grafton Street. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Carriage, which serves international cuisine. Also, St. Stephen's Green and Dublin Tourism Centre are within a 15-minute walk. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers. Public transportation is only a short walk: Dawson Tram Stop is 8 minutes and Trinity Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is HK$2,142
HK$2,431 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug

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Classic Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
41-47 Fenian Street, (off Merrion Square), Dublin, Dublin, 2

What's nearby

  • Trinity College - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Stephen's Green - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grafton Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • O'Connell Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Aviva Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 27 min drive
  • Dublin Pearse Station - 3 min walk
  • Dublin Tara Street Station - 12 min walk
  • Dublin Grand Canal Dock Station - 14 min walk
  • Dawson Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Trinity Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • George's Dock Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Brewbaker Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • Kennedy's
  • ‪The Lombard Townhouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coffeeangel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ginger Man - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Alex

The Alex puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Trinity College and Grafton Street. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Carriage, which serves international cuisine. Also, St. Stephen's Green and Dublin Tourism Centre are within a 15-minute walk. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers. Public transportation is only a short walk: Dawson Tram Stop is 8 minutes and Trinity Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

Languages

English

More about this property

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At a glance

Hotel size

    • 103 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Off-site parking within 66 ft (EUR 18 per day)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1762
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Espresso maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
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Special features

Dining

The Carriage – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 25.00 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 23 December and 28 December.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 40.0 per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 18 per day (66 ft away)

Policies

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Also known as

O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel Dublin
O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel
O'Callaghan Alexander Dublin
O'Callaghan Alexander
Alexander Hotel Dublin
Dublin Hotel Alexander
Alex Hotel Dublin
Alex Dublin
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Alex currently open?

The property is closed between 23 December and 28 December.

Does The Alex offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Alex does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Alex?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Alex?

You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Alex and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near The Alex?

Yes, The Carriage offers international cuisine.

What's the area around The Alex like?

The Alex is in City Centre Dublin, a short 8-minute walk from Dawson Tram Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Trinity College. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for families.

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The Alex Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The breakfast buffet was consistently described as excellent, amazing, and 5-star quality. (27 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Good

Our stay was great
Lalindra, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I thought the Alex hotel was great!
Kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We really enjoyed our stay, even though it was brief. This hotel is awesome and we really enjoyed the room and the staff were great.
Simran, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very comfortable and excellent location
Vera, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful hotel and great customer service
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good location.
Araliya, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Front desk staff very friendly and helpful. Great location
Suzanne, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property, and superb accommodations. Staff was super helpful with a special shout out to Simon!
Alexandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice property. Convenient area.
Alison, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Modern, well-run hotel in a good location
Michael, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Friendly staff, comfy rooms, great location.
Niki, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Simon at the check in desk was very helpful.
James, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This establishment was incredible. The staff were incredibly friendly and the accommodations were top notch. The breakfast was also great!
Wess Blair, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel in a lovely location with fantastic staff.
Sarah-Jayne, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great area and nice rooms !
Brianna, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great lia ton with some fab pubs in the area and lots of little coffee shops. Lovely rooms, decent size and the beds were really generous and comfy!
Rachael, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very good location in city center, walking to great shopping on Grafton and bars. I would stay there again.
Adele, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Convenient and good service
Lalindra, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great staff and nice property.
Joshua, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was very friendly and helpful. Great location.
JoAnn, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The Alex was very nice. Front desk and dining staff were very friendly and efficient. Close to many main attractions in Dublin, able to walk to a lot of venues and establishments. Simón at the front desk was extremely helpful and courteous.
Tom, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel and excellent service.
Ronal, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was lovely
Hedi, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

very nice breakfast buffet and sleek decor
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location! Awesome staff!
Lindsay, 3-night trip