A Georgian guesthouse with around 20 rooms, a sunken lounge with an open fire and a garden, hidden down a lane off Leeson Street. Adults only, and breakfast is the big event.
It is a classical Georgian townhouse with a garden, tucked down a lane off Leeson Street. The famous sunken lounge has leather seats and an open fire. It is a long-standing Michelin-listed favourite.
At a glance
| Type | Boutique |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4-star guesthouse |
| Rooms | 22 |
| Area | St Stephen's Green & Grafton Street |
| Address | 31 Leeson Close, Dublin 2 |
| Getting there | About 5 minutes on foot to St Stephen's Green |
| Check-in | From 15:00 |
| Check-out | By 12:00 |
| Good for | Couples, adults only, quiet stays |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
Facilities
- Sunken guest lounge with fire
- Garden
- Freshly prepared breakfast
- Free Wi-Fi
- Adults only
What's nearby
- Fitzwilliam Square: 6 min walk
- St Stephen's Green: 8 min walk
- Grand Canal: 3 min walk
- Trinity College: 18 min walk
Walking times are approximate.
Worth knowing
There is no restaurant for dinner, but plenty nearby on Baggot Street and Leeson Street.
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Details checked by Tourist Information Dublin. Prices and facilities change, so confirm with the hotel before booking.