The Alex

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

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Front of property - evening/night
International cuisine
Junior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Classic Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
In-room business center
The Alex puts you in a great location, 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 Dublin Tourism Centre 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 8 minutes and Trinity Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

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

Room options

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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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Alex Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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
  • 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 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 - 8 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
  • ‪Coffeeangel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lincoln's Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Note - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Alex

The Alex puts you in a great location, 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 Dublin Tourism Centre 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 8 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
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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 66 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 (66 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
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Dublin Hotel Alexander
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Alex Dublin
The Alex (Formally O’Callaghan Alexander Hotel)
The Alex (formally O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel)
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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 8-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

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

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)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable and well located

Good hotel. Spacious, comfortable room. Would recommend.
MALCOLM, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Northern Ireland Adventure

Hotel was great, quiet, good Dublin location, easy walking distance. The staff was really great, friendly, considerate, could not do enough for us during our stay. Allowed for a free early checkin which was fantastic after an all night flight. Definitely stay here again.
Kevin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, Simon on the front desk was very welcoming and friendly. Room was really nice and clean and had everything we needed. Nice to be close walking to town but not right in it.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good location in city center, walking to great shopping on Grafton and bars. I would stay there again.
Adele, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dublin

Fantastic hotel - highly recommend
Christine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and nice property.
Joshua, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great
Chinu, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly and helpful. Great location.
JoAnn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and excellent service.
Ronal, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Swanky stay

Cute, clean, comfortable rooms! Enjoyed the breakfast & a burger at their restaurant. Wish we’d stayed longer!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Place!

The Alex was a great place to stay! The staff were wonderful and went out of their way to make you happy. We ate in the restaurant a few times when we were too tired to go out and the food was amazing. I would recommend to friends and I would stay here again.
April, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very nice breakfast buffet and sleek decor
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Awesome staff!
Lindsay, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, close to site seeing
Abigail, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Vacation trip to Ireland with a stop in Dublin.
Glen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good trims and breakfast well located
Jeremy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We LOVED the Alex!! Would stay again in a heartbeat. Love Simon at the front desk! Breakfast was amazing and had many gluten free options too!
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel. Lovely decor and comfortable beds. Would definitely stay here again.
Amanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff, very clean, perfect stay in Dublin.
Christoph, 1-night trip