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The Alex

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square

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The Alex offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Trinity College and Grafton Street. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Carriage, which serves international cuisine. Also, St. Stephen's Green and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre are within a 15-minute walk. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Dawson Tram Stop is 9 minutes and Trinity Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $157
$179 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Alex Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Classic Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
41-47 Fenian Street, (off Merrion Square), Dublin, Dublin, 2

What's nearby

  • Trinity College - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Stephen's Green - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grafton Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • O'Connell Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 27 min drive
  • Dublin Pearse Station - 3 min walk
  • Dublin Tara Street Station - 12 min walk
  • Dublin Grand Canal Dock Station - 14 min walk
  • Dawson Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Trinity Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • George's Dock Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Brewbaker Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kennedy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Insomnia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lincoln's Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ginger Man - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Alex

The Alex offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Trinity College and Grafton Street. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Carriage, which serves international cuisine. Also, St. Stephen's Green and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre are within a 15-minute walk. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Dawson Tram Stop is 9 minutes and Trinity Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 103 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Offsite parking within 984 ft (EUR 18 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1762
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Espresso maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

The Carriage - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 25.00 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 23 and December 28.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 40.0 per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 18 per day (984 ft away)

Policies

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Also known as

Alexander O'Callaghan
O'Callaghan Alexander
O'Callaghan Alexander Dublin
O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel
O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel Dublin
Alexander Hotel Dublin
Dublin Hotel Alexander
Alex Hotel Dublin
Alex Dublin
The Alex (Formally O’Callaghan Alexander Hotel)
The Alex (formally O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel)
The Alex Hotel
The Alex Dublin
The Alex Hotel Dublin

Frequently asked questions

Is The Alex currently open?

The property is closed between December 23 and December 28.

Does The Alex offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Alex does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Alex?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Alex?

You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Alex and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near The Alex?

Yes, The Carriage offers international cuisine.

What's the area around The Alex like?

The Alex is in City Centre Dublin, a short 9-minute walk from Dawson Tram Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Trinity College. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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The Alex Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The breakfast buffet was consistently described as excellent, amazing, and 5-star quality. (27 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant served exceptional food with wonderful and helpful staff. (5 reviews)
  • The property's gym facility was described as amazing, great, and a 24-hour legit gym with excellent location. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff , Simon who made our Check in was very professional
Philippe, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay
Thomas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place. Staff was fabulous. Especially Simon at the front desk.
John, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our stay was great
Lalindra, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The beds were extremely comfortable and the water pressure was great!
Mark Daniel, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location!
Rodney, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff, and very clean! Rooms and beds were great.
Meredith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I thought the Alex hotel was great!
Kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay, even though it was brief. This hotel is awesome and we really enjoyed the room and the staff were great.
Simran, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable and excellent location
Vera, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and great customer service
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, comfy rooms, great location.
Niki, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place.excellent services Simon the concierge at the front desk was very nice and also helped us get some information, about the town and places to eat etc. He also gives us a welcome gift
vanna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in a lovely location with fantastic staff.
Sarah-Jayne, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Modern, well-run hotel in a good location
Michael, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was absolutely fantastic! The rooms were nicely done, beds and pillows comfortable. I would highly recommend!
Melissa, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot

Great location, beautiful design elements. Would definitely recommend
Erin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location.
Araliya, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk staff very friendly and helpful. Great location
Suzanne, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Wonderful staff and a very lovely stay. Most helpful and delightful were Simon and Samarya!
Jessica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great area and nice rooms !
Brianna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We arrived in the morning expecting to leave our bags but they upgraded our room and gave it to us immediately.
ARDITH, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This establishment was incredible. The staff were incredibly friendly and the accommodations were top notch. The breakfast was also great!
Wess Blair, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were above and beyond, room was better than advertised, coffee and breakfast were lovely, this is a great spot for seeing Dublin!!
Teresa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, and superb accommodations. Staff was super helpful with a special shout out to Simon!
Alexandra, 1-night trip