The Gibson Hotel

Mid-range · Docklands

A 252-room four-star hotel directly opposite the 3Arena, with the Luas stop at the door for the run into town. The obvious choice for a concert night.

Run by Dalata, Ireland's biggest hotel group, it stands on Point Square opposite the 3Arena. The Hemi cocktail bar is on the third floor, and the relaxation suite has a sauna, steam room and outdoor copper baths.

At a glance

TypeMid-range
Rating4-star
Rooms252
AreaDocklands
AddressPoint Square, North Dock, Dublin 1
Getting thereLuas The Point, right outside
Good forConcert-goers, groups of friends
Handy forthe 3Arena, the Convention Centre (CCD)
MapOpen in Google Maps

Facilities

  • Coda Eatery
  • Hemi Bar
  • Sauna, steam room and outdoor baths
  • 24-hour gym
  • Point Square car park (paid)
  • Free Wi-Fi

What's nearby

  • 3Arena: 2 min walk
  • Convention Centre Dublin: 11 min walk
  • Aviva Stadium: 3 min by car
  • Trinity College: 3 min by car

Walking times are approximate.

Worth knowing

The Dublin Express airport coach (route 783) stops at the 3Arena next door. On gig nights the area is very busy after shows.

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  • Where: Grand Canal Square, Docklands, Dublin 2
  • Getting there: Luas Mayor Square or DART Grand Canal Dock, about 10 minutes on foot
  • Good for: Theatre-goers, business, rooftop views
  • Has: Rooftop bar and terrace · The Marker Bar · Restaurant · Spa and sauna

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  • Where: Cardiff Lane, Sir John Rogerson's Quay, Dublin 2
  • Getting there: DART Grand Canal Dock or Pearse, about 10 minutes on foot
  • Good for: Business, families, conference delegates
  • Has: Stir restaurant · Vertigo bar · 22-metre indoor pool · Kids pool

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A riverside hotel on Custom House Quay, beside EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum and a short walk from the Convention Centre. Sensible and central for both sides of the river.

  • Where: Custom House Quay, Dublin 1
  • Getting there: Luas Busáras or George's Dock, a few minutes on foot
  • Good for: Business, families, conference delegates
  • Has: Oly's Bar and Restaurant · 24-hour pantry · Fitness room · Room service

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Details checked by Tourist Information Dublin. Prices and facilities change, so confirm with the hotel before booking.

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