Dublin Southside

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Built in honour of Ireland’s patron saint, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral stands adjacent to the famous well where tradition has it Saint Patrick baptised converts on his visit to Dublin. #Architecture
Built in honour of Ireland’s patron saint, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral stands adjacent to the famous well where tradition has it Saint Patrick baptised converts on his visit to Dublin. #Architecture
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
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
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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Grand Canal Dock

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

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$102 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
$116 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30
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! (2,730 reviews)
Good all around

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
The Mercantile Hotel

The Mercantile Hotel

3 out of 5
28 Dame Street Dublin Dublin
$92 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$105 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Guinness Storehouse and Dublin Castle are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (379 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, centrally located on Dame St which has a ton of restaurants, pubs and shops. Also only 1-2 blocks from Temple Bar area, another fabulous time for pubs and restaurants.

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

The Mercantile Hotel
Conrad Dublin

Conrad Dublin

5 out of 5
Earlsfort Terrace Dublin Dublin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$296 nightly
The price is $336 total per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
$336 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (990 reviews)
Was lovely staff where so helpful as always

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Conrad Dublin
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.
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. Patrick's ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,864 reviews)
Well appointed good location

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street
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! (1,066 reviews)
Everything was great If something could be improved then some hooks would be good, for outdoor coats, in the bathroom for clean clothes or dry towels. Extra towel rail near the washbasin in the bathroom. Perfect location great staff , we had apartment 01 right off reception . We were very ...

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle
Grafton Street Studios

Grafton Street Studios

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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (298 reviews)
Great place

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Grafton Street Studios
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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