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title: "The Merrion Hotel, Dublin: reviews, location & comparison"
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Hotel · ★★★★★
# The Merrion Hotel

Baggotrath North, Dublin, Ireland

9.3 ·  Exceptional 21 reviews ·  #29 #29 of 152 in Dublin ·  9.0 Location score
## About The Merrion Hotel

The Merrion Hotel is a hotel in Baggotrath North, Dublin, Ireland. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 9.3 out of 10 across 21 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, restaurant, bar, gym, free wi-fi. It is 920 m from the centre of Dublin. The nearest airport, Dublin Airport (DUB), is 10 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★★

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 14

Merrion Square [merrionhotel.com](http://www.merrionhotel.com)

## How The Merrion Hotel scores

Better rated than 84% of hotels in Dublin

-   Guest rating **9.3**
-   Location **9.0**
-   Facilities **7.5**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **7.0**
-   Beach access **1.1**
-   Public transport **8.6**

Dublin average

## Amenities

Swimming poolSpaRestaurantBarGymFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Spa
-   Massage
-   Gym

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Restaurant
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Car hire
-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Balcony
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **9.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **99**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **36**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Sandymount Strand</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">St Stephen's Green station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">420 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Dublin Airport (DUB)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">10 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">23 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Dublin</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">920 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">15 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Dead Zoo :)20 m
-   Natural History Museum140 m
-   Museum Of Curiosities170 m
-   Dunbrody Abbey Castle, Ireland210 m
-   Theobald Wolfe Tone Statue210 m
-   National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology250 m

## The Merrion Hotel: in detail

Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at The Merrion Hotel. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hotel. Car hire offerings at the hotel enhance the ease of discovering Dublin. Guests can avail parking facilities at the hotel. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. During chilly days and evenings, the hotel provides an in-house fireplace to ensure your warmth. At the hotel, utilize the on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service to maintain your beloved travel attire fresh, allowing you to bring fewer clothes. Craving relaxation? Make the most of your stay at the The Merrion Hotel with convenient amenities like room service and daily housekeeping at your disposal. At The Merrion Hotel, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. A few accommodations within The Merrion Hotel offer unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. Certain rooms boast in-room amusement features such as television and cable TV, offering guests an enjoyable stay. In select rooms within the hotel, a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker and mini bar is available to cater to your requirements when desired. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes for your convenience. Begin your day with a scrumptious on-site breakfast available each morning at The Merrion Hotel. At the hotel, an assortment of easily accessible and delicious meal choices are available to satisfy your appetite whenever it strikes. Enjoy an entertaining evening with your fellow travelers at the hotel's bar. During your stay at hotel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Conclude your holiday perfectly with a visit to massage and spa on your final days. Be sure to drop by the pool at hotel at least once during your stay. Discover the fitness amenities at hotel to maintain your health and strength during your getaway.

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## Questions about The Merrion Hotel

### How do guests rate The Merrion Hotel?

The Merrion Hotel has a guest rating of 9.3 out of 10 from 21 reviews, which is better than 84% of rated hotels in Dublin.

### Does The Merrion Hotel include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Does The Merrion Hotel have a pool?

Yes, The Merrion Hotel has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at The Merrion Hotel?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is The Merrion Hotel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Dublin Airport (DUB), is 10 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Merrion Hotel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.7 km from the hotel.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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