Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from O'Connell Street

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Enjoy a meal at this restaurant with a long counter and seating area.
Relax in a comfortable lounge area with a variety of seating options and a flat-screen TV.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a digital screen, comfortable seating, and a stunning city view.
Two single beds with white bedding and a red accent chair sit in a room with a neutral-toned wall and a dark blue accent wall.
Experience the iconic architecture of this city center building, featuring arched windows and a brick facade.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
28-32 O'Connell Street Upper, Dublin, D01 T2X2
  • O'Connell Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Trinity College
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Croke Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Dublin (DUB)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(184 reviews)
  • 206 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 206 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, City View (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Dublin

Located in City Centre Dublin, Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG is adjacent to O'Connell Street and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Trinity College. This 198-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • O'Connell Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Trinity College - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Croke Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dublin Castle - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • St. Stephen's Green - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • O'Connell Upper Station - 1 min walk
  • Dublin Tara Street Station - 11 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Writers Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Murray's Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Madigan's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Living Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kingfisher Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from O'Connell Street
Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and laundry facilities. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a vending machine, an ATM, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also available.

Languages

Arabic, Croatian, Czech, English, French, Irish, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 29 per day); reservations required

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Express Bar and Cafe

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 823 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 29.00 per day (164 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers offsite parking (reservations required), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG?

As of Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG on Aug 12, 2025 start from $175.08, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG?

This hotel is situated in City Centre Dublin within a short 14-minute walk of Croke Park and also 18 minutes on foot from St. Stephen's Green. You'll also find O'Connell Street and Grafton Street less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG?

Yes, there is electric car charging available.

Does Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG feature a casino at the property?

No, Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include city views.

Does Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG serves free full breakfasts at The Express Bar and Cafe each morning.

Will Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG is Dublin Airport (DUB), which is 8.6 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 780 out of 1242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 365 out of 1242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1242 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location. You can walk everywhere
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry Hilario

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and accommodating. Staff is very friendly and helpfu. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Roberto

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and well located
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and friendly and breakfast excellent, rooms clean but simple, beds comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very friendly. Very helpful .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great breakfast and location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Stayed 2 nights. Good location close to everything. Staff are great. Room was clean modern and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sherry Myrle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds are hard as a rock.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loud sometimes in the evening and a lot of restaurants close early
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great city centre location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Taylor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are many reasons to stay at this hotel. 1/ The staff are all very friendly, professional and helpful. 2/ The morning breakfast has many options and is a great way to start the day. 3/ The property is in a great location and makes it a wonderful starting point to any adventure. 4/ The rooms are clean, comfortable and relatively quiet. There was a bar on the side of our room and we could hear the late night 'thump thump thump' of its music. This, however, is beyond the hotel's control but is something customers should be aware of. This was my third visit to Dublin. The first time I stayed in the Liberties. The second time I stayed in the Temple Bar area. This time I brought my 13 year old son with me and I wanted a hotel in a quiet yet convenient locaton. The Holiday Inn fit the bill. We were both very happy with our stay here. We spent a great time walking the city each day (we walked to the Zoo, the botanical gardens, Guiness, etc) and the hotel was a wonderful place to end up at each night. The staff were all quiet suberb. We would definitely stay here again the next time we are in Dublin.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying, staff very friendly, breakfast was good, great location and good price, would recommend and stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a welcome!

From my arrival the staff were so friendly and helpful I got my room right away. The hotel is very secure and is located on O’Connell Street which is a major street in the center of Dublin. I would stay here in a heartbeat again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mum daughter 2 night stay hotel was lovely and right close to transport shops night life. Staf friendly and helpful. Left early morning to fly home with a lovely bag of breakfast goodies.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Melpomeni

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was on main street but a little inconvenient from popular areas. I found initial check in lacked customer service but everyone thereafter was really nice and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Modern, very clean and tidy. Staff very friendly and helpful. Excellent breakfast with an extensive choice. Air coach stop from the airport very close to the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property itself was clean. We found the city centre to be dirty as a whole though, with garbage in the street. The room was serviceable but felt cramped - You had to close the bathroom door to use the toilet. Staff were hit or miss - some were very helpful and kind, others felt dismissive. The breakfast had lots of selections, more than I’ve seen elsewhere. There was a marathon outside the location on the day of checkout that closed down the street and required 10 minutes of walking to get a cab or bus. There was no warning or heads up from the hotel which I thought was poor. We had to rush morning of and almost missed our train. I’m sure they were aware before hand and could have let us know at check in so we could have been prepared. Dragging our luggage through the city centre while rushing to find an area we could call a ride was not ideal. Overall, it was okay. Not the worst place, not the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhianne Louise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WAS GREAT
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent 3 nights and wow were we impressed. From the moment we walked into the hotel until we checked out the staff were extraordinary. Our flight was early so were welcomed to leave our luggage at the hotel AND have breakfast before we even checked in. The breakfast was amazing! Tons of options and the quality was better than restaurant. Beds were comfortable and the rooms were a great size. Location was perfect for anyone using public transportation, especially for first time visitors looking to access all the popular attractions. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lewis William

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
At check in we were kept waiting for 15 minutes whilst one of the checkin personnel acted as concierge for a very selfish couple. The staff member gave advice, booked tickets whilst several of us were kept waiting and unable to check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025