Dublin Southside

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Blue door in Dublin, Ireland
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A magnificient library.
Dublin, Ireland
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To every book nerd out there this is the long room of the library at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. The largest library in Ireland (with over 200,000 books) and home to the Book of Kells.

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Where to stay in Dublin Southside

Temple Bar showing signage, street scenes and heritage elements

Temple Bar

4.5/5(147 area reviews)

Dublin's cultural hub boasts institutions like the Irish Film Institute and Temple Bar Gallery, while offering vibrant nightlife with various nightclubs, pubs, and restaurants. Explore Meetinghouse Square and Temple Bar Square during your stay.

Temple Bar
Aviva Stadium which includes modern architecture and a park

Ballsbridge

4.5/5(250 area reviews)

Many diplomatic residences are located in this affluent Dublin area. The neighborhood offers Herbert Park for leisure and iconic sights like the cylindrical U.S. embassy. Accessible by bus routes and DART train stations.

Ballsbridge
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The Liberties

While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.

The Liberties
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Ranelagh

When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or The National Concert Hall and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.

Ranelagh
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Grand Canal Dock

While visiting Grand Canal Dock, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.

Grand Canal Dock
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Portobello

Portobello might not have many top sights, but Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Portobello
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

4 out of 5
11 Bow Ln E Dublin
$111 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$127 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
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! (2,842 reviews)
Great location, comfy beds, great price. All you need on business travel

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection

Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection

4 out of 5
13-17 Fleet St Temple Bar Dublin
$120 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
$136 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,383 reviews)
Clean room and tidy hotel

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

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Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City

Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City

4 out of 5
Kevin Street Upper Dublin Dublin
$100 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$114 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
Very accommodating staff and helpful for activities we wanted to do. Great!!!

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City
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Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle

4 out of 5
8 Bride Street Dublin Dublin
Stay at this aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,078 reviews)
Overall a solid stay only with a couple of interesting hiccups. Pros: - Central location, close walk to shopping and sites. - Easy check-in process - Very pleasant and friendly staff. They were also so kind to grant us late checkout free of charge which was much appreciated - Beds were comfortable ...

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street

4 out of 5
42-76 St Augustine Street Dublin Dublin
Stay at this aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Guinness Storehouse and St. Stephen's ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,895 reviews)
Staff were great and very helpful went above and beyond for us thank you so much.

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street
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 Aviva Stadium and St. Stephen's Green are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (241 reviews)
Parking onsite was great. Lift was broken, which was unfortunate, but helped get our steps in. Location is pretty far from city center, need to taxi in. Penthouse beds were not King size as stated on website (unless the US has their own version of King size beds, they were probably a Queen). Well ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 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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