The Alex

Property class: 4
Hotel with restaurant, near Trinity College

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The Alex offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Trinity College and National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Carriage, which serves international cuisine. Also, St. Stephen's Green and Grafton Street are within a 15-minute walk. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Dawson Tram Stop is 10 minutes and Trinity Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $244
$277 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Two single beds with green pillows, a framed abstract painting above each bed, and a framed picture of rocks on the wall.

Classic Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and artwork on the walls.

Executive Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a chair, and a lamp.

Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a green sofa, two armchairs, a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and artwork on the walls.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(62 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a desk, chair, lamp, and a round mirror on the wall.

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a view of the city, and artwork on the walls.

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
41-47 Fenian Street, (off Merrion Square), Dublin, Dublin, 2

What's nearby

  • Trinity College - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Stephen's Green - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grafton Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • O'Connell Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 31 min drive
  • Dublin Pearse Station - 3 min walk
  • Dublin Tara Street Station - 11 min walk
  • Dublin Grand Canal Dock Station - 13 min walk
  • Dawson Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Trinity Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • George's Dock Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bread 41 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kennedy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wabler & Wren - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ninja Sushi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Pig's Ear - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Alex

  • The Alex offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Trinity College and National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Carriage, which serves international cuisine. Also, St. Stephen's Green and Grafton Street are within a 15-minute walk. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Dawson Tram Stop is 10 minutes and Trinity Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 103 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Offsite parking within 984 ft (EUR 18 per day)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1762
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Locally sourced food is prioritized
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Espresso maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

The Carriage - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 25.00 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 23 and December 28.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 40.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 18 per day (984 ft away)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property class

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Also known as

Alexander O'Callaghan
O'Callaghan Alexander
O'Callaghan Alexander Dublin
O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel
O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel Dublin
Alexander Hotel Dublin
Dublin Hotel Alexander
Alex Hotel Dublin
Alex Dublin
The Alex (Formally O’Callaghan Alexander Hotel)
The Alex (formally O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel)
The Alex Hotel
The Alex Dublin
The Alex Hotel Dublin

Frequently asked questions

Is The Alex currently open?

The property is closed between December 23 and December 28.

Does The Alex offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Alex does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Alex?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Alex?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Alex and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near The Alex?

Yes, The Carriage offers international cuisine.

What's the area around The Alex like?

The Alex is in City Centre Dublin, a short 3-minute walk from Dublin Pearse Station and 5 minutes' walk from Trinity College. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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