Hotel
The Shelbourne
Dublin's grand five-star hotel on St Stephen's Green, welcoming guests since 1824, with the Horseshoe Bar, the Saddle Room and afternoon tea.
The Merrion Hotel
A five-star hotel in four restored Georgian townhouses on Upper Merrion Street, with an 18-metre pool, an art collection and Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud.
At a glance
- Type
- Luxury hotel in Georgian townhouses
- Area
- Merrion Street, Dublin, Ireland
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Hotel class
- 5-star
- Official site
- merrionhotel.com
Good to know
- 18m pool
- Spa
- Gym
- Free Wi-Fi
- Art collection
- Two-Michelin-star restaurant
Why we recommend it
The Merrion is a five-star hotel created from four restored Georgian townhouses on Upper Merrion Street, in the elegant streets between Merrion Square and St Stephen's Green. It has 142 bedrooms and suites and is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. The hotel describes itself as the capital's most luxurious five-star hotel, and its combination of period architecture, art and dining makes it one of the city's most distinctive places to stay.
Art is central to the Merrion's character. The hotel holds a collection of nineteenth- and twentieth-century art, displayed throughout the public rooms. The Art Tea, served daily in the Drawing Rooms at set times, is a two-hour, two-course afternoon tea with sweets inspired by artists such as J. B. Yeats, William Scott and Louis le Brocquy, and guests receive a copy of the art collection catalogue to browse. A vegan afternoon tea is also offered. Book ahead, as Art Tea is served only at set times.
Dining is another strength. Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, the city's long-established two-Michelin-star restaurant, is in the hotel. The hotel also has The Garden Room, The Cellar Bar and No. 23 Cocktail Bar. Guests also have the use of an 18-metre swimming pool, a spa and a gym, and Wi-Fi is free throughout.
The hotel suits couples, art lovers and travellers who want a quiet, refined base within walking distance of the main sights. Ask about the different room categories when booking if you have a preference. Rates are at the top of the Dublin market and vary by season.
Upper Merrion Street is a few minutes' walk from Merrion Square, the National Gallery, the National Museum of Archaeology and St Stephen's Green, and Trinity College and Grafton Street are about ten minutes away. Contact the hotel on +353 1 603 0600 or at [email protected]. US callers can use a toll-free number for new reservations, listed on the hotel's website.
If you are planning a special occasion, consider combining a stay with dinner at Patrick Guilbaud or the Art Tea, and book both when you reserve your room, as the most popular times fill weeks in advance. Guests travelling with children should ask about pool times and family room options before arriving, and anyone arriving by car should confirm parking arrangements with the hotel.
The Merrion Hotel FAQs
How many rooms does The Merrion have?
The hotel has 142 bedrooms and suites.
Is The Merrion a five-star hotel?
Yes, it describes itself as a five-star hotel and is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World.
Does The Merrion have a pool?
Yes, guests can use an 18-metre pool, a spa and a gym.
What is the Art Tea?
A two-hour, two-course afternoon tea in the Drawing Rooms with sweets inspired by artists in the hotel's collection, served daily at 12:30, 13:00, 15:30 and 16:00.
Which restaurants are in the hotel?
Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, The Garden Room, The Cellar Bar and No. 23 cocktail bar.
Is there a vegan afternoon tea?
Yes, a vegan afternoon tea is offered.
Where is The Merrion?
On Upper Merrion Street, Dublin 2, near Merrion Square and St Stephen's Green.
How do I contact the hotel?
Call +353 1 603 0600 or email [email protected].