Ballybrack

Travel Guide

Take a trip to Ballybrack for a blend of historic homes, coastal parks, and family-friendly activities in nearby towns.

Ballybrack is an ideal destination for outdoor, family travelers. You can explore nearby historic houses like Knockrose House and Killruddery House and Gardens, which offer insights into the area's past. For those interested in natural features, The Forty Foot provides a scenic water feature perfect for a day out. Additionally, you can enjoy various activities at nearby venues such as the Tinnahinch Fly Fishing Centre for outdoor enthusiasts, or visit the Blackrock Shopping Centre for a shopping experience.

While you’re in Ballybrack, visit some of the nearby areas known for their outdoor family experiences. Killiney, Bray, and Scalpwilliam offer various attractions, with Bray being notable for its beach and park, including Bray Beach and Bray Head. You can also check out the Mermaid County Wicklow Arts Centre in Bray, which adds a cultural touch to your visit. Each of these nearby areas provides unique opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and spend quality time with family.

The best time to visit Ballybrack is from June to September when the weather is cool, mostly dry, and often cloudy. During these months, demand for accommodations remains steady, but you may find it slightly quieter in May and from November to December. This can be a good time to enjoy the local attractions without the hustle and bustle of peak tourist seasons.

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

4 out of 5
Stockhole Lane Clonshaugh Dublin
$87 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$98 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clonshaugh. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8,529 reviews)
"I would stay here again - good shuttle pick up from airport, comfortable bed and very helpful staff."

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

4 out of 5
26 - 33 Arran Street East Dublin
$96 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$109 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Dublin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,382 reviews)
"I wish my room had a mini fridge, but unfortunately there wasn't. The shower is risque, definitely a lil much for a solo traveler, but the water pressure and heat were great! haha! Make sure your window curtains are closed because people outside CAN see into your room. I didn't have breakfast because ..."

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

4 out of 5
11 Bow Ln E Dublin
$86 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
$98 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,464 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay, the hotel room was cozy and very small, clean and the food in the restaurant was very good, the location was perfect, we walked everywhere, the St. Stephen Green park was just around the corner, Grafton St, the Guinness beer factory... we love it. We shall go back and explore ..."

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Zanzibar Locke

Zanzibar Locke

4 out of 5
34 ORMOND QUAY LOWER Dublin
Stay at this aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,689 reviews)
"Good, but not great. Stayed in a family suite on the ground floor. The kitchen sink water never got cold, it went from luke warm to boiling hot. So you had to get cold water from the bathroom sink, which was ice cold. The shower only got to warm, with the kitchen sink getting hotter than the shower. ..."

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

Zanzibar Locke
Grafton Street Boutique Aparthotel by City Break Apartments

Grafton Street Boutique Aparthotel by City Break Apartments

3.5 out of 5
70 Grafton Street Dublin
Stay at this apartment in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, airport pick-up service (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
Grafton Street Boutique Aparthotel by City Break Apartments
Broc House Suites

Broc House Suites

3.5 out of 5
53 Nutley Lane Dublin
Stay at this apartment in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions St. Stephen's Green and Aviva Stadium are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (269 reviews)
"I'm not sure if I was trolled by this property. I had asked for a "quieter" room on the top floor in my booking request and was told pretty quickly that it was "approved". Unfortunately, when I arrived (within 30 minutes of the opening of check-in time) I was given a room on the middle floor, directly ..."

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2026

Broc House Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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When is the best time to visit Ballybrack?
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