Rathgar

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Trinity College showing heritage architecture and a park

Trinity College

Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.

Trinity College
Guinness Storehouse showing signage and interior views as well as a small group of people

Guinness Storehouse

A tour of this pint-shaped hall in a historic brewery provides an intoxicating journey through the making of Ireland’s signature drink.

Guinness Storehouse
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Dublin Port

Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Dublin Port
Aviva Stadium which includes modern architecture and a park

Aviva Stadium

Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.

Aviva Stadium
O\'Connell Street featuring heritage architecture, a city and a square or plaza

O'Connell Street

Marvel at one of the world’s tallest public works of art as you stroll down this boulevard of shops and historic buildings.

O'Connell Street
St. Stephen\'s Green which includes a garden as well as a small group of people

St. Stephen's Green

Take a break in Dublin’s most popular public park with green lawns and flower beds, a stone bridge and statues, a swan-filled lake and a playground.

St. Stephen's Green

Things to do

Titanic Experience exterior in Ireland

Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin

$88
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins

Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins

$36
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions

Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions

$93
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
The Irish Dance Party in Dublin

The Irish Dance Party in Dublin

$29
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The Irish Dance Party in Dublin
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour

The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour

$41
per traveler
92% of travellers recommend
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow

From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow

$39
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
From Dublin: Half-Day Trip to Glendalough and Wicklow
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Rathgar Hotel Deals

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

4 out of 5
Stockhole Lane Clonshaugh Dublin
$130 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$147 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,302 reviews)
My stay at the hotel was great, staff friendly, meals excellent and very clean and comfortable

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin

4 out of 5
26 - 33 Arran Street East Dublin
$108 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
$122 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,053 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin

Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin

4 out of 5
23 Upper O Connell Street Dublin Dublin
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$116 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
$132 total
Jan 12 - Jan 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,905 reviews)
Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast had a good variety of food.

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

4 out of 5
11 Bow Ln E Dublin
$94 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$107 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,700 reviews)
Fantastic central location. Clean, modern hotel with an incredible breakfast buffet. Staff were incredibly professional and helpful. If we ever find ourselves in beautiful Dublin again, we will most definitely stay at this place - it’s a ten out of ten!

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre

Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre

4 out of 5
Custom House Quay Dublin
$92 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$104 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,084 reviews)
Nice room, great location

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Clink i Lár

Clink i Lár

2 out of 5
35-36 Abbey Street Upper. Dublin1 Dublin
$68 nightly
The price is $78 total per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
$78 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
Room was clean most of staff was friendly

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

Clink i Lár
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Other neighborhoods around Rathgar

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Rathmines

Rathmines is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Swan Shopping Centre or Cathal Brugha Barracks.

Rathmines
Luas Bridge after rush hour

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
A walk along the Grand Canal near Dublin's city centre is always nice, even in winter. Watch the many swans on the water and Dublin life pass you by.

Portobello

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

Portobello
City Centre Dublin showing interior views and a bar

Warrenmount

While Warrenmount might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.

Warrenmount
Guinness Storehouse which includes drinks or beverages and interior views

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
Aviva Stadium showing modern architecture, heritage architecture and a garden

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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