A five-star hotel tucked just off Grafton Street, with the Creative Quarter behind it. The Gallery lounge upstairs is a favourite for afternoon tea.
The Doyle Collection's Dublin flagship opened in 1984 and has the most central position of the city's five-star hotels. The first-floor Gallery looks over the Grafton Street end of Balfe Street, and behind the hotel are the independent shops and bars of the Creative Quarter.
At a glance
| Type | Luxury |
|---|---|
| Rating | 5-star |
| Rooms | 205 |
| Area | St Stephen's Green & Grafton Street |
| Address | Balfe Street, Dublin 2 |
| Getting there | Luas St Stephen's Green or Dawson, a few minutes on foot |
| Good for | Shopping, couples, special occasions |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
Facilities
- The Gallery (afternoon tea)
- Wilde restaurant
- Balfes bistro
- Sidecar cocktail bar
- Fitness centre
- Valet parking (paid)
What's nearby
- Grafton Street: 1 min walk
- Powerscourt Townhouse: 3 min walk
- Trinity College: 3 min walk
- St Stephen's Green: 4 min walk
Walking times are approximate.
Worth knowing
There is no spa. Some street-facing rooms can hear the city at night.
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Details checked by Tourist Information Dublin. Prices and facilities change, so confirm with the hotel before booking.