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The Alex

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Trinity College

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
In-room business center
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
International cuisine

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is P13,611
P15,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5

Room options

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

Classic Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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
(38 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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
  • 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
  • Aviva Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Dublin Pearse Station - 3 min walk
  • Dawson Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kennedy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brewbaker Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Insomnia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Lombard Townhouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lincoln's Inn - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Alex

Upscale hotel near National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square
Located close to Trinity College and Grafton Street, The Alex provides shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, The Carriage, features international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • Multilingual staff, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 103 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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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
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 18 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • The Carriage

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Shopping

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

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

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1762
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 23 and December 28.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 18 per day (66 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

National rating

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

Property is 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 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Alex?

As of Jul 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Alex on Aug 4, 2025 start from P 13,610.88, 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 time is check-in at The Alex?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:00 AM–6:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at The Alex?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Alex located?

Located in City Centre Dublin, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square and Trinity College. Grafton Street and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum are also within 10 minutes. Dublin Pearse Station is only a 3-minute walk and Dawson Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

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The Alex Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 735 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1006 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Front desk staff very friendly and helpful. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, well-run hotel in a good location
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wess Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This establishment was incredible. The staff were incredibly friendly and the accommodations were top notch. The breakfast was also great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great lia ton with some fab pubs in the area and lots of little coffee shops. Lovely rooms, decent size and the beds were really generous and comfy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah-Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a lovely location with fantastic staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location in city center, walking to great shopping on Grafton and bars. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area and nice rooms !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice breakfast buffet and sleek decor
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Awesome staff!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tovah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding Service! Beautiful property & service. Bathroom is exceptional so beautiful & clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, close to site seeing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good trims and breakfast well located
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christoph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, very clean, perfect stay in Dublin.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all really lovely, the room was clean with a large comfortable bed, lovely decor & quiet & the breakfast was one of the best I’ve ever had in a city hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel. Lovely decor and comfortable beds. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simon at the front desk was awesome. He answers all our questions and his suggestions for eating and drinking were outstanding. We even got an upgrade for free! Would easily stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Junior suite was spacious and access to the upstairs lounge was appreciated. Check-in was a breeze and the staff very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to DART, Trinity, and many museums. Great service especially Simon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
rooms very nicely appointed. quiet. clean. great shower.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location - close enough to great dining, pubs, entertainment and iconic sites but just *enough* space for a quiet rest. Staff is amazing, accommodating and kind. We loved our last stay so much, we returned this trip and were not disappointed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

5 Star experience

Amazing guest services. Wonderful and comfortable room. Superb location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent hotel

I would definitely stay here again, well located, modern and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024