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The Alex

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Trinity College

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Front of property - evening/night
International cuisine
Junior Suite
In-room business centre
Classic Twin Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$483
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

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41-47 Fenian Street, (off Merrion Square), Dublin, Dublin, 2
  • Trinity College
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • St. Stephen's Green
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Grafton Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Dublin (DUB)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the area

Dublin

The Alex places you in the centre of Dublin, within a short 5-minute stroll of National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square and Trinity College. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Carriage, serves international cuisine. Meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class City Centre Dublin hotel include Grafton Street and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum.

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 Pearse Station - 3 min walk
  • Dawson Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kennedy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brewbaker Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Insomnia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Lombard Townhouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lincoln's Inn - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Alex

Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Trinity College
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Alex.

This 4-star Dublin hotel is smoke free.

  • 103 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1762
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Alex offers 103 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 18 per day)

Food and drink

  • 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 centre
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • 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

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1762
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 23 December and 28 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 25.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 18 per day (66 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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

Alexander O'Callaghan
O'Callaghan Alexander
O'Callaghan Alexander Dublin
O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel
O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel Dublin
Alexander Hotel Dublin
Dublin Hotel Alexander
Alex Hotel Dublin
Alex Dublin
The Alex (Formally O’Callaghan Alexander Hotel)
The Alex (formally O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel)
The Alex Hotel
The Alex Dublin
The Alex Hotel Dublin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Alex?

The Alex offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Alex?

As of 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Alex on 31 Aug 2025 start from NZ$482.81, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Alex?

The closest beach to The Alex is Portmarnock Beach (12.2 km).

What makes The Alex a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Alex.

Does The Alex serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Alex?

No, The Alex does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Alex?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Alex?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Alex?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Alex Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 738 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1006 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Alex worked out perfectly for our stay in Dublin. Our room was clean & very comfortable. We felt very safe due to the security evident in the lobby and shared areas as well as room access. The food in the restaurant for the breakfast bar was varied, delicious and substantial! The staff was superb!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice breakfast buffet and sleek decor
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to DART, Trinity, and many museums. Great service especially Simon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLAY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Alex is located in the perfect place to reach any place on foot that you might want to see in Dublin. There are many restaurants and pubs within a 10-15 minute stroll from the front doors.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the national gallery and downtown. Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

annelise, miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, comfy rooms, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Duong Thu Thuy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service by staff was great. But the shower temperature could not be accurate everytime we used it. And more toilet paper could be provided for the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingaborg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

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

Lovely stay at the Alex

We had a comfortable and lovely experience at The Alex. Great location, clean and stylish rooms and friendly staff. The breakfast buffet was a bit pricier than other places we have stayed so we opted not to include it in our stay. Overall, wonderful trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronal

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel and excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 1 bedroom suite was very spacious, more than enough room for 3 people. The front desk team was nice, but seemed to be newer and not as familiar with the area for recommendations. This was also the only hotel we stayed at in the UK (we stayed in 3 total) that didn't come and help us with our luggage.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

barry

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

A Gem in Dublin

This hotel is a real Gem in the Dublin city centre area. Its clean and very comfortable with a fantastic team of people running the show. I would highly recommend it for a stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

clive

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

5 Star experience

Amazing guest services. Wonderful and comfortable room. Superb location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoltan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got upgraded to an Executive Room which had very comfortable bedding, access to lounge, etc. Very nice breakfast and friendly, helpful staff. Easy walk to nearby pubs for dinner and transport back to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located right in the heart of downtown but off of a quiet road. We used the garage for parking but there was a ton of street parking! The hotel is beautifully updated and the twin room is thoughtfully designed for two individuals. There was even a TV remote for each bed! Id stay here again and recommend to anyone!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025