10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Grand Canal Square in Dublin from AU$191

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A spacious living room with multiple armchairs, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

A courtyard with a pool, potted plants, and a building with large windows.

A rustic bar with wooden furniture and a brick ceiling.

A grand hall with a high ceiling, ornate columns, and a balcony with a wrought iron railing.

1. The Merrion

City Centre Dublin, 1.1 km from Grand Canal Square

anwer

AU$768

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging wicker lamps, and potted plants.

A building facade with a sign reading "THE GREEN" and a series of windows.

A bar area with a chandelier, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A modern hotel room with a plush pink sofa, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a balcony with outdoor seating and plants.

2. The Green

City Centre Dublin, 1.8 km from Grand Canal Square

Cary

AU$314

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a television, a lamp, and a small table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a dining area, a sofa, and a stone wall.

A bar area with a long counter, seating, and shelves of bottles.

A spacious lounge area with a checkered floor, seating arrangements, and a variety of potted plants.

3. Zanzibar Locke

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

Sarah

AU$210

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern interior with a geometric patterned floor, glass railings, and a brick wall.

A bar area with a fireplace, wooden bar stools, and a patterned floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a large wall mural, and a variety of framed pictures.

A grand staircase with a marble floor, a handrail, and a wall with a self-check-in station.

4. The Mercantile Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

Sarah

AU$192

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A multi-story hotel facade with a central entrance, large windows, and uniform architectural design.

A hotel room with a large window, two beds, a sofa, and artwork on the wall.

A modern bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a large screen.

A modern kitchen with a breakfast bar, various food items, and a coffee machine.

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

Maureen

AU$191

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A traditional white door with a gold knocker, flanked by two symmetrical topiary bushes, set against a brick wall with red leaves.

A room with a fireplace, a green chair, and a vase with white flowers.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A dining room with a round table, two chairs, a fireplace, and a cabinet with glass doors.

6. Pembroke Hall

Ballsbridge, 1.3 km from Grand Canal Square

Andre

AU$208

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

The exterior of the Mespil Hotel with its entrance and a man in a suit walking towards the entrance.

A bar setting with a bartender preparing a drink.

A pathway lined with cherry blossom trees in full bloom.

A grand library interior with ornate woodwork, a large globe, and classical sculptures.

7. Mespil Hotel

Ballsbridge, 1.3 km from Grand Canal Square

Christopher

AU$287

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar with a bartender, wooden bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern hotel with a prominent sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a bar.

8. The Grafton Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

Elizabeth

AU$330

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hallway with a marble floor, white walls, and a dark blue door at the end.

A bar area with a wooden herringbone floor, a bar counter, and a seating area with a yellow suitcase.

A red brick building with a central arched entrance, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with metal chairs and tables.

A restaurant with brick walls, a herringbone floor, and a central fireplace. There are yellow and green chairs, a table with dishes, and a hanging light fixture.

9. The Wilder

City Centre Dublin, 1.8 km from Grand Canal Square

Richard

AU$375

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV.

A buffet setup with various food and drink dispensers, a large glass container, and a decorative plant.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a hanging plant, and a refrigerated display case.

The exterior of the Drury Court Hotel with a stone facade, hanging plants, and a sign indicating a restaurant nearby.

10. Drury Court Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

gregory

AU$229

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and hanging flower baskets.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a digital payment terminal.

A hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating area with hanging flower baskets, and flags.

A restaurant with booths and tables, large windows, and pendant lighting.

11. Grand Canal Hotel Dublin

Beggar's Bush, 0.6 km from Grand Canal Square

Ruth

AU$206

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

An indoor seating area with cushioned benches, tables, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern art installation with illuminated structures resembling trees in a gallery setting.

A bar area with wooden furniture, a bartender, and a well-stocked bar counter.

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of the street through large windows.

12. The Mont

City Centre Dublin, 0.8 km from Grand Canal Square

Sophie

AU$259

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of round and rectangular tables.

A lobby with a black and white patterned floor, a chandelier, and a sign reading "Collins Club".

The exterior of The Leinstier hotel with large columns, a red chair, and potted plants.

A bar area with a marble countertop, various bottles, glasses, and a gold-colored lamp.

13. The Leinster

Grand Canal Dock, 0.7 km from Grand Canal Square

Kathryn

AU$276

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large mirror.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a chair and a table, and a view of the outside through a window.

A four-poster canopy bed with a blue and gold patterned bedspread, a glass coffee table with decorative items, and a classic four-poster chair.

A dining area with teal chairs, a fireplace, and a large window with a view.

14. Ariel House

Ballsbridge, 1.2 km from Grand Canal Square

Michael

AU$284

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, cushioned bar stools, and a copper bowl with champagne bottles.

A spacious hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a modern ceiling design.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign reading "Hotel Brooks".

15. Brooks Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

michael

AU$313

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table, surrounded by chairs, and a central hanging light fixture.

A cozy, modern living room with a curved sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a magazine on a side table.

A building with a prominent 'WREN' sign, large arched windows, and a modern interior design.

A reception desk with the word "WREN" in large letters, a black bird sculpture, and a background of tall grasses and plants.

16. Wren Urban Nest

City Centre Dublin, 1.6 km from Grand Canal Square

PAMELA

AU$215

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern building with a checkered facade and a reflection in the water.

A modern indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, a table with fruit, and a unique hanging light fixture.

A dining table with breakfast items and a city view.

A buffet spread with various breads, cheeses, fruits, and pastries in a modern dining area with large windows and indoor plants.

17. Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World

Dublin Docklands, < 0.1 km from Grand Canal Square

jeff

AU$438

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern house with a stone wall, a statue, and a fire pit in the garden.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a stone wall.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a desk with a vintage radio, and a bed with a patterned throw.

A hallway with a mannequin in a dress, a blue chair, and a blue sofa.

18. Number 31

City Centre Dublin, 1.5 km from Grand Canal Square

Susie

AU$248

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a sofa.

A restaurant with green upholstered booths and tables, a colorful mural on the wall, and hanging green lanterns.

A modern reception area with a marble reception desk, a hanging blue crystal chandelier, and a geometric patterned wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, and a painting on the wall.

19. Arthaus Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

Sarah

AU$269

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A room with a fireplace, two blue armchairs, a wicker basket, and a framed picture above the mantelpiece.

A bar area with a brick wall, bar counter, and seating.

A dark blue sofa with orange cushions, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A bar area with seating, a brick wall, and a clock on the wall.

20. The Sandymount Hotel

Sandymount, 1.5 km from Grand Canal Square

Geoffrey

AU$192

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Grand Canal Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Merrion	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
The Green	9.8 Exceptional 1,222 reviews	View
Zanzibar Locke	9.6 Exceptional 2,630 reviews	View
The Mercantile Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,096 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre	9.6 Exceptional 183 reviews	View

Top Grand Canal Square Hotel Reviews

Travelodge PLUS Dublin City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for walking around the heart of Dublin. They were able to accommodate us with an early check in after an 8 hour flight there, that was very much appreciated"

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely perfect"

Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location! Very nice staff"

The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location for a 3Arena gig. Very clean and safe and I would happily stay again."

Beckett Locke

10/10 Excellent

"Very good experience at Beckett Locke. Clean comfortable spacious rooms"

The Dean Dublin Docklands- Formerly The Mayson

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was very clean, the gym was amazing & the pub sidekick was phenomenal!"

Clink i Lár

8/10 Good

"Nice new hostel close to Temple bar area Stayed in 12bedded shared dorm Bunk bed comfortable with very clean linen and very clean area Shared bathroom next to room quite small only two showers and two toilets, used shower early in morning and found they were very clean. Bring your own towel and padlock and ear plugs due to others snoring Very comfortable and good price"

Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff. Great location. Attention to detail everywhere. Comfortable bed and good quality linen. Id stay there again."

Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City

10/10 Excellent

"Would stay at this Hotel again good access to all areas, Staff very helpful and had a great meal in the hotel could not fault it."

Other attractions near Grand Canal Square

A modern architectural building with a glass facade and a unique triangular design.

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

8.2/10 (507 reviews)

Get your ticket for a night at Ireland’s largest theater, which was built to attract the world’s biggest shows to the nation’s capital.

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A modern bridge with a unique arch design, reflecting on a calm body of water, with buildings in the background.

Samuel Beckett Bridge

An iconic city landmark, this striking cable-stayed bridge evokes the image of a harp on its side. Come at night to see it lit up.

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A riverside cityscape with historic buildings and a modern skyscraper.

Grand Canal

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A modern curved building with illuminated blue lines, a waterfront, and a bridge in the background.

The Convention Centre Dublin

8.6/10 (782 reviews)

Spot this futuristic crystal building rising high in the dockyards and cycle along the grassy banks of the adjacent canal.

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A pedestrian bridge with a glass building in the background labeled "PIC" and "JEANIE JOHNSTON".

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

9.4/10 (35 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum during your travels in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Anantara The Marker Dublin

After visiting Anantara The Marker Dublin, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dublin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.

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Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium

8.0/10 (1 review)

Catch an event at Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium during your trip to Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Royal Irish Academy of Music

Enjoy an outing to Royal Irish Academy of Music during your stay in Dublin. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Grand Canal Square?

Grand Canal Square is located in Dublin. This metropolitan area is known for its bar scene and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 407 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Grand Canal Square?

Adjacent to Grand Canal Square, The Dean Dublin Docklands- Formerly The Mayson is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good options close by include The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre and Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Grand Canal Square?

Expedia has 407 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Grand Canal Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Grand Canal Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Grand Canal Square.

What can I see and do near Grand Canal Square?

Study the collections at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum or National Museum of Ireland - Natural History. Custom House, O'Connell Bridge and Ha' Penny Bridge are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Grand Canal Square. You can check out the local talent at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, 3Arena and Gaiety Theatre.

How can I get to Grand Canal Square?

With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near Grand Canal Square is easy. You can take advantage of metro transport at Jervis Station, Dominick Tram Stop and O'Connell - GPO Tram Stop. If you're hopping a train into town, Dublin Tara Street Station, Connolly Station and Dublin Pearse Station are the closest stations to City Centre Dublin.

Top Hotels Near Grand Canal Square in Dublin from AU$191

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Our top choices for Grand Canal Square hotels

1. The Merrion

2. The Green

3. Zanzibar Locke

4. The Mercantile Hotel

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre

6. Pembroke Hall

7. Mespil Hotel

8. The Grafton Hotel

9. The Wilder

10. Drury Court Hotel

11. Grand Canal Hotel Dublin

12. The Mont

13. The Leinster

14. Ariel House

15. Brooks Hotel

16. Wren Urban Nest

17. Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World

18. Number 31

19. Arthaus Hotel

20. The Sandymount Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Grand Canal Square

Top Grand Canal Square Hotel Reviews

Travelodge PLUS Dublin City Centre

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin

The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre

Beckett Locke

The Dean Dublin Docklands- Formerly The Mayson

Clink i Lár

Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World

Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City

Other attractions near Grand Canal Square

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

Samuel Beckett Bridge

Grand Canal

The Convention Centre Dublin

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

Anantara The Marker Dublin

Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium

Royal Irish Academy of Music

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