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The Best Hotels in Ballsbridge

Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and most charming hotels in Ballsbridge — in our opinion.

Hannah, Travel Blogger

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Schoolhouse Hotel

Rated 9.0 in 1925 reviews

Situated in Dublin, 2.7 km from Sandymount Beach, Schoolhouse Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private… See more

Situated in Dublin, 2.7 km from Sandymount Beach, Schoolhouse Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Guest rooms have a wardrobe.

A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Popular points of interest near the hotel include Merrion Square, Aviva Stadium and Lansdowne Road Train Station. Dublin Airport is 11 km from the property.

Rooms from $161

Mespil Hotel

Rated 9.1 in 3457 reviews

The 4* Mespil Hotel is located in the city centre alongside the Grand Canal & within walking distance to St. Stephen’s… See more

The 4* Mespil Hotel is located in the city centre alongside the Grand Canal & within walking distance to St. Stephen’s Green, Grafton Street, Aviva Stadium and the Ballsbridge area. All guest bedrooms have free WiFi & Chromecast.

Superior rooms boast 47” Samsung Smart TV, espresso maker, robes & slippers, air conditioning, and enhanced bedroom amenities. All bedrooms feature a work desk and chair, complimentary 1GB high-speed Wi-Fi, a laptop safe, and mini fridge with complimentary water.

Lock Four Restaurant caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner showcasing floor to ceiling windows to admire views of the Grand Canal and the busy D4 suburb. The Lounge Bar provides a relaxed setting for a morning coffee and a light bite or an evening meal with a refreshing cocktail.

Guests can stay active in our Residents Fitness Suite or head outside and enjoy a walk or run along the Grand Canal.Two modern Boardrooms are available for hire and all guests can use the facilities of our 24 hour Business Centre free of charge.

There is a 24-hour front desk and staff can arrange taxis and recommend local attractions. The Aviva Stadium and Grafton Street, one of Dublin’s premier shopping districts, are both within a 15-minute walk.

Rooms from $184

InterContinental Dublin by IHG

Rated 8.8 in 914 reviews

This property is only a 10 minute drive to Dublin’s city centre. Sumptuous decor, marble bathrooms, and beautiful… See more

This property is only a 10 minute drive to Dublin’s city centre. Sumptuous decor, marble bathrooms, and beautiful landscaped gardens are offered at this luxurious hotel.

The InterContinental Dublin (formerly the Four Seasons Hotel) is a 5-star urban resort located on 2 acres of gardens in Ballsbridge, one of Dublin's most affluent areas, and boasts the city's largest guestrooms and suites as well as a 14-metre swimming pool.

Elegantly furnished and spacious, each room has beautiful views of the hotel’s landscaped courtyard and the city. Guests can relax in the luxury bathrooms with a glass-walled shower and extra deep bathtub. Rooms also include a satellite TV/DVD player and cosy bathrobes.

The restaurant serves international cuisine made from the finest Irish ingredients, while the Lobby Lounge overlooks the inner courtyard garden and offers morning coffee, pastries, and afternoon tea.

Herbert Park is just 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel, and Dublin’s centre can be reached in 10 minutes by car. Sandymount Dart Station is only 5 minutes' drive from the hotel.

Rooms from $334

Dylan

Rated 8.8 in 305 reviews

Stunning, chic décor and spacious rooms with Italian marble bathrooms are offered at this 5-star boutique hotel. Dylan… See more

Stunning, chic décor and spacious rooms with Italian marble bathrooms are offered at this 5-star boutique hotel. Dylan is located just a 10-minute walk from the RDS and the Aviva Stadium.

With luxurious beds and linen, each beautiful room provides a plasma-screen TV. Guests can enjoy an in-room movie menu, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary mineral water.

Spacious rooms are individually designed and boast opulent furnishings and memory foam mattresses. Professional hairdryers and foot spas are available on request.

The Eddison Restaurant serves gourmet Bistro-style cuisine using the finest of Irish ingredients. The Dylan Bar overlooks the restaurant and has a fine selection of cocktails, wines and an outside terrace area. Room service is also available.

Trinity College and St Stephens Green are both under one mile from the Dylan Hotel. Dublin Castle and the 3 Arena are less than a 5-minute drive away.

Rooms from $284

Ariel House

Rated 9.1 in 2632 reviews

Located next to the Aviva Stadium, in the leafy suburbs of Dublin’s Ballsbridge district, this beautiful Victorian house… See more

Located next to the Aviva Stadium, in the leafy suburbs of Dublin’s Ballsbridge district, this beautiful Victorian house offers stylish bedrooms and a sumptuous breakfast menu.

Rooms at the Ariel House Hotel combine 19th-century furniture with modern comforts including free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. The bathrooms feature a bath and invigorating power shower.

The Dining Room serves traditional and continental breakfasts, which feature homemade chutneys, banana bread and scones. Afternoon tea can be taken in the elegant Drawing Room.

The RDS and Herbert Park are both just a 5-minute walk from the Ariel. The Lansdowne Road DART and Train Station are both less than 500 metres from the hotel.

Friendly staff can provide transport information and sightseeing recommendations. Ariel House has a 24-hour front desk and provides limited free parking for guests.

Rooms from $138

Roxford Lodge Hotel

Rated 9.2 in 2005 reviews

This luxury boutique-style hotel is located in Ballsbridge, 1.5 miles from Dublin city centre. It offers stylish rooms… See more

This luxury boutique-style hotel is located in Ballsbridge, 1.5 miles from Dublin city centre. It offers stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi, comfortable beds and Nespresso coffee machines.

Rooms at the Roxford Lodge Hotel are decorated in light shades and mix the original Victorian character of the building with modern facilities. Rooms feature work desks and most come with a Smart TV.

The elegant dining room serves traditional Irish and continental breakfasts each morning at a cost of €10.50 per person for a Continental Breakfast. There is a lounge in the hotel available, which also has a computer for guests to use.

There is a bus stop outside of the hotel, which has regular services to Dublin Airport. Lansdowne Road and the RDS are both within a 10-minute walk, whilst there is a DART station just 800 metres away.

The hotel also has a car park, which has limited parking space available and is on a first come first serve basis. Parking cost €10.00 per car/per night. There are also three electric vehicle charging points available in the car park.

Rooms from $130

Herbert Park Hotel and Park Residence

Rated 8.9 in 5870 reviews

Overlooking the 48-acre Herbert Park in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, this hotel is located 100 meters from the RDS and a… See more

Overlooking the 48-acre Herbert Park in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, this hotel is located 100 meters from the RDS and a 5-minute walk from the Aviva Stadium. This property consists of a 4-star hotel and self-catering studio apartments. The stylish, modern hotel offers spacious and elegant bedrooms as well as luxury studio apartments.

The air-conditioned rooms at the Herbert Park Hotel are decorated in light colours and feature large windows. They include a TV, a safe, and private bathrooms with hairdryers. There is a 24-hour room service menu.

The bright and airy Terrace Lounge, located in the lobby, offers all-day dining as well as light snacks. The sunny patio overlooking Herbert Park is perfect for outdoor dining.

The Aviva Stadium is less than a 10-minute walk away, and next to it is the Lansdowne Road DART station, providing easy access to all of Dublin’s attractions. The 3Arena and St Stephen’s Green are both 1.5 miles away, and the hotel is on the main bus route into the city centre.

Housekeeping service for hotel bedrooms is provided daily, and for apartments, it is offered weekly.

Rooms from $137

Waterloo Town House & Suites

Rated 9.0 in 1428 reviews

In the heart of Dublin's Ballsbridge district, Waterloo Townhouse & Suites, a luxurious and opulent Georgian property… See more

In the heart of Dublin's Ballsbridge district, Waterloo Townhouse & Suites, a luxurious and opulent Georgian property located in the heart of Dublin’s prestigious Ballsbridge neighbourhood, has limited parking, located close to the Grand Canal & within walking distance to St. Stephen’s Green, Grafton Street, Aviva Stadium and the RDS .

Waterloo House consists of 2 beautifully preserved Georgian town houses in a quiet residential street, minutes away from Dublin’s city centre. Trinity College, Grafton Street, University College Dublin and St Stephen's Green are within easy reach.

Located near Dublin’s finest restaurants and bars, and less than 20 minutes walk from the shopping district of Grafton Street, Waterloo Town House & Suites are just an 18 minute walk to the Aviva Stadium and RDS Conference Centre.

Rooms from $156

Grand Canal Hotel

Rated 8.9 in 4343 reviews

The Grand Canal Hotel is a four-star hotel located in Dublin, opposite Grand Canal Dart Station and a 15-minute walk… See more

The Grand Canal Hotel is a four-star hotel located in Dublin, opposite Grand Canal Dart Station and a 15-minute walk from the city centre.

The Grafton Street shopping district, Bord Gais Energy Theatre, Aviva Stadium, Trinity College, Irish Financial Services Centre, as well as the RDS, Convention Centre Dublin and the 3Arena are all within easy reach of this charming, family-run property.

Modern rooms at the contemporary style Grand Canal feature free high-speed WiFi and interactive Smart TVs. Deluxe rooms are also available.

Guests can enjoy a selection of traditionally bottled beers and craft beers as well as meals in The Waterbank Gastro Bar. Canal Express serves a selection of hot and cold beverages, smoothies, sandwiches and pastries, available to enjoy in the lobby or taken to go.

The Grand Canal Hotel also has a fully equipped gym.

Rooms from $116

The Sandymount Hotel

Rated 8.7 in 2892 reviews

Located next to Dublin's Aviva Stadium, this family-run hotel offers free WiFi, private gardens, and free secure… See more

Located next to Dublin's Aviva Stadium, this family-run hotel offers free WiFi, private gardens, and free secure parking. The city centre is just a few minutes away by DART, as are Dublin’s coastal villages.

Each room at The Sandymount Hotel features an en suite bathroom and a hairdryer. Rooms also include a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities and an iron. The property has been awarded Eco-Label certification by the Green Hospitality Programme.

Full Irish and continental breakfast is served daily. For lunch and dinner guests can enjoy the delicious food at Line Out Bar overlooking private gardens.

The 3 Arena is less than a 10-minute drive from the hotel. The DART rail link is just a 5-minute walk away and will give you access to the city’s top attractions including Grafton Street, the Guinness Storehouse and Dublin Castle.

Rooms from $128

Pembroke Townhouse

Rated 8.5 in 3425 reviews

Make yourself at home in the heart of Georgian Dublin A happy marriage of 19th Century Georgian style and 21st century… See more

Make yourself at home in the heart of Georgian Dublin

A happy marriage of 19th Century Georgian style and 21st century comfort.
Contemporary cool meets warm, Irish hospitality.

Find us on Pembroke Road, a 15-minute stroll from St Stephen's Green past elegant streets and famous squares that echo with centuries of history.

Think gracious spaces. Comfortable sofas. Crackling fires. Warm smiles. Friendly faces.

Rooms from $119

Pembroke Hall

Rated 8.8 in 674 reviews

Set in the Ballsbridge district in Dublin, Pembroke Hall offers 3-star rooms with free WiFi. It is situated 2.7 km from… See more

Set in the Ballsbridge district in Dublin, Pembroke Hall offers 3-star rooms with free WiFi. It is situated 2.7 km from Sandymount Beach and offers private check-in and check-out. The property is close to popular attractions like Aviva Stadium, Fitzwilliam Square and St. Stephen's Green.

The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At the guest house, the units include bed linen and towels.

Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area.

Popular points of interest near the guest house include RDS Arena, Merrion Square and Lansdowne Road Train Station. Dublin Airport is 12 km from the property.

Rooms from $110

Clayton Hotel Burlington Road

Rated 8.5 in 9749 reviews

Situated just 20 minutes’ walk from Dublin’s town centre, the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road offers a fitness centre… See more

Situated just 20 minutes’ walk from Dublin’s town centre, the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road offers a fitness centre with views over the city, a chic bar, and an elegant restaurant. The Aviva Stadium is just 20 minutes’ walk away and Bord Gais Theatre is a 16 minute walk away.

The stylish rooms include a TV with 24-hour sports and news channels. Each room also offers a spacious work desk and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Guests can enjoy cocktails in the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road B Bar. The Sussex restaurant serves contemporary cuisine, with dishes prepared using locally sourced produce.

In the heart of Dublin’s leafy southside, the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road B Bar features popular conference facilities. It includes a dedicated business floor, with an impressive ballroom. Guests can make use of the fitness centre, which boasts the latest equipment.

The 3 Arena is just 4.6 km away, whilst the RDS Main Arena is 2.9 km and Croke Park is 5.2 km away. The Convention Centre Dublin is 5.4 km from the property.

Rooms from $110

Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge

Rated 8.2 in 4160 reviews

Boasting spacious rooms with en suite bathrooms, Clayton Hotel, Ballsbridge is a beautifully restored 19th-century… See more

Boasting spacious rooms with en suite bathrooms, Clayton Hotel, Ballsbridge is a beautifully restored 19th-century Masonic orphan’s school with landscaped gardens. Located less than 5 minutes' walk from the RDS, the city buses stop right outside the hotel. The hotel is within walking distance of Dublin city centre and just 5 minutes from Sandymount DART station. Underground car parking is available for an additional charge.

Bedrooms feature fluffy duvets and hypo-allergenic pillows. Rooms have desks with lamps and free Wi-Fi.

Traditional breakfasts are served each morning, with light snacks and a carvery through the day. In the evening, international cuisine is served in the The Grandstand Bar & Restaurant.
With its stained glass windows, high ceilings, oak panelled walls and original mosaic tiling, the restored Thomas Prior Hall is the jewel in the crown of this beautiful hotel.

For any guests attending hospital appointments or visiting family and friends, the hotel is conveniently located only a 5-minute drive to St Vincent's Hospital and 10-minute drive to the Blackrock Clinic.

With the 3Arena nearby, The Grandstand Bar & Restaurant is the perfect place for a pre-concert drinks and food. The Aviva Stadium, Bord Gais Energy Theatre and the Grand Canal are within 1 mile of Clayton Hotel, Ballsbridge.

Rooms from $102

The Devlin Dublin

Rated 8.3 in 1238 reviews

Situated in Dublin, 1.6 km from RDS, The Devlin features views of the city. 2.3 km from Grand Canal, the hotel features… See more

Situated in Dublin, 1.6 km from RDS, The Devlin features views of the city. 2.3 km from Grand Canal, the hotel features a rooftop bar and restaurant, as well as a cinema. The Little Museum of Dublin is 2.3 km from the hotel.

All units in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. All guest rooms at The Devlin are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

The restaurant at the accommodation specialises in Local cuisine.

The Devlin can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area.

National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology is 2.3 km from the hotel, while Leinster House is 2.4 km from the property. Dublin Airport is 17 km away.

Rooms from $107