Ballinteer Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ballinteer
Popular places to visit
Trinity College
Explore Dublin’s literary and architectural past or simply stroll around the open spaces of Ireland’s leading higher education institution, in the heart of the city.
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
St. Stephen's Green
After working your way up Grafton Street’s high end stops and eateries, step into St Stephen’s Green - an oasis of calm in the centre of Ireland’s bustling capital.
O'Connell Street
Marvel at one of the world’s tallest public works of art as you stroll down this boulevard of shops and historic buildings.
Aviva Stadium
Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Activities
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dark Dublin Walking Tour: Torture, Murder & Mystery
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Our pick of the best Ballinteer Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Great location about 5-10 minutes from the airport. Clean, spacious rooms. Nice lounge on the ground floor. Staff were friendly; check in/out was easy! Only downside was parking was 15 euros ;(
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Everything was fabulous except that we didn’t have hot water for the majority of our stay; this made the stay a bit uncomfortable. The breakfast, cleanliness, and staff were all great.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
If I could rate higher for service I would! Jason in reception was amazing. The manager in the restaurant and server were wonderful. We highly recommend.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
Clean and comfortable room and bathroom. The lounge area isn’t great and no snacks available outside the restaurant. Not even a pack of peanuts. Only one person behind the bar who has to serve customers as well as collect glasses and clean tables so something suffers if the place has a few ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
Fantastic location Everything within walking distance or bus Love that I could open the window, no refrigerator in the room but there is a safe Everything was so clean. But one thing to perhaps update would be the shower curtain, it looked clean just a slight musty scent
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
This hotel is centrally located with large modern rooms. The bathroom is a fairly good size and clean. Breakfast was included and provided a wide selection of options to choose from. Staff were friendly and helpful at every turn. Would definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballinteer
Stillorgan
The ample dining options and picturesque gardens are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Crypt Theater or Museum of Childhood while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Stillorgan Station to get around town.
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Swan Shopping Centre and Cathal Brugha Barracks while you're in town.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or The National Concert Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
