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3 hotels in Temple Bar seen below the public rate in the last 7 days, typically 24% less than Expedia.

Axel's take on Temple Bar: #3 of 11 in Dublin, 8.2/10

Stay for the nightlife, not for an early night. Central walking routes, abundant food and culture, and strong hotels earn third place, but late noise and middling value limit its appeal.

Temple Bar puts cobbled lanes, traditional music and the Liffey outside your door. It also has more cultural substance than its party reputation suggests: the Irish Film Institute, Photo Museum Ireland and Project Arts Centre are here. Parliament Street gives you an easy route toward Dublin's LGBTQ+ bars.

The catch is sleep. Recent visitors and locals repeatedly flag music, groups leaving pubs and early-morning street activity; weekdays are generally less intense than weekends. Stay here if joining the evening crowds is part of the trip. Skip it if you want a peaceful retreat after sightseeing, especially with young children.

  • Best for: nightlife, LGBTQ+ travelers
  • Skip it if: You are sensitive to street noise; You want residential Dublin
  • Getting around: Walk to Trinity and Grafton Street; Green Line Luas stops at Westmoreland and Trinity are nearby; DUB coaches serve Wellington Quay and Aston Quay.
  • After dark: Busy with music and pub crowds late into the evening; weekend noise is the main booking risk.
  • Rates: Typical Axel rate $230 a night

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The Mercantile offers renovated, soundproofed rooms for less than most here; The Morrison adds a riverside setting and fitness centre. College Green costs considerably more for historic surroundings and attentive concierge service, not guaranteed extra space or views. If you mainly need a comfortable sightseeing base, The Mercantile makes the premium difficult to justify. Typical rates with Axel here run from $194 a night at Temple Bar Inn to $582 at The College Green Hotel Dublin, Autograph Collection (last 30 days).

The best hotels in Temple Bar, ranked by Axel's take

Each hotel scored for what it is by Axel's own review; the rate is one stay Axel priced this week, beside the public rate for the same dates.

  1. The Mercantile Hotel 9.1/10, renovated mid-range boutique hotel beside Temple Bar. A standout central base with excellent staff, compact rooms and surprisingly good soundproofing. Why it's here: renovated central rooms with notably effective soundproofing and welcoming staff. Accept: compact rooms and limited luggage space in busy nightlife surroundings. $150 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  2. NYX Hotel Dublin Christchurch 8.9/10, design-led 4-star city hotel beside Temple Bar. A strong central Dublin pick, with standout staff and a few room-layout compromises. Why it's here: distinctive design and warm service beside Temple Bar and the cathedral sights. Accept: some compact layouts and limited bathroom privacy; no gym. $144 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  3. The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton 8.8/10, contemporary five-star riverside hotel in central Dublin. A strong riverside base with standout staff, rather than old-school five-star grandeur. Why it's here: contemporary riverside comfort and helpful concierge service across from Temple Bar. Accept: river views cost more; not traditional grand-hotel luxury. $232 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  4. The Morgan Hotel 8.7/10, stylish 4-star in Dublin’s lively Temple Bar. A comfortable, well-run Temple Bar base, provided nightlife is part of the appeal. Why it's here: comfortable contemporary rooms in the middle of Temple Bar nightlife. Accept: late-night noise in some rooms; request a quieter rear position. $134 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  5. The Trinity City Hotel 8.6/10, characterful 4-star city-centre hotel beside Trinity College. A strong central Dublin base, with helpful staff and a few room-dependent compromises. Why it's here: characterful interiors and helpful staff beside Trinity, with nearby airport-bus access. Accept: room-dependent fire-station noise and crowded breakfast periods. $143 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  6. The College Green Hotel Dublin, Autograph Collection 8.6/10, historic 5-star city hotel opposite Trinity College. A strong sightseeing base with standout staff, but choose your room carefully. Why it's here: historic five-star surroundings opposite Trinity, with especially attentive concierge and door teams. Accept: variable room sizes and views, plus Atrium refurbishment. $385 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  7. The Fleet 8.5/10, historic 4-star boutique hotel in Temple Bar. A characterful central base with excellent staff, but choose your room carefully. Why it's here: historic interiors and a characterful lounge at a central Temple Bar address. Accept: variable noise and cooling, compact rooms and some stairs. $119 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  8. Temple Bar Inn 8.3/10, modern independent 3-star in Dublin’s nightlife district. A strong central base, provided nightlife matters more than guaranteed quiet. Why it's here: a cheaper modern base for travelers prioritizing Temple Bar pubs and walking. Accept: nightlife noise, no air conditioning and compact rooms. $94 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  9. Fitzsimons Hotel Temple Bar 6.8/10, basic 3-star hotel attached to a lively Temple Bar pub. A handy nightlife base, but late music and uneven rooms compromise the stay. Why it's here: a nightlife-first stay with live music and rooftop drinks in Temple Bar. Accept: late music, stuffy rooms, worn carpets and booking surcharges. $166 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate

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Seen by Axel within the last 7 days, most recently Oct 21, 2026. Each rate is per night: the stay's total as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same stay, also per night. Previously seen price. Check current rates for your dates.

HotelStayAxel ratePublic rateSavingCheck current rates
Wren Urban Nest · 3-starNov 20 to Nov 22, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults$238 a night · refundable$435 a night on Expedia$197 a night less (45%)Check current rates for these dates
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, City Centre · 4-starDec 1 to Dec 3, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults$97 a night · non-refundable$128 a night on Expedia$31 a night less (24%)Check current rates for these dates
Point A Dublin Parnell Street · 3-star, Point ANov 20 to Nov 22, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults$316 a night · non-refundable$323 a night on Expedia$7 a night less (2%)Check current rates for these dates
Wellington Temple Bar · 3-starDec 8 to Dec 10, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults$95 a night · non-refundable$91 a night on ExpediaCheck current rates for these dates
Temple Bar Inn · 3-starNov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults$515 a night · non-refundable$266 a night on Booking.comCheck current rates for these dates
Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle · 4-starDec 15 to Dec 26, 2026 · 11 nights · 2 adults$124 a night · non-refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG · 4-starDec 15 to Dec 26, 2026 · 11 nights · 2 adults$125 a night · non-refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates
Leonardo Hotel Dublin Parnell Street · 4-star, Jurys InnsDec 15 to Dec 26, 2026 · 11 nights · 2 adults$127 a night · non-refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates
Arthaus Hotel · 4-star, Travelodge UKNov 5 to Nov 11, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult$237 a night · refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates
citizenM Dublin St Patrick's · 4-starDec 15 to Dec 26, 2026 · 11 nights · 2 adults$130 a night · refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates
Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch · 4-star, Jurys InnsDec 15 to Dec 26, 2026 · 11 nights · 2 adults$136 a night · non-refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection · 4-star, Ascott InternationalDec 15 to Dec 26, 2026 · 11 nights · 2 adults$158 a night · non-refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates

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#3 of 11 places to stay in Dublin

Axel's take on Temple Bar

8.2/10

Stay for the nightlife, not for an early night.

Getting around
9.1
On your doorstep
10.0
Hotels
8.8
Value
4.6
Axel’s verdict
7.6

Temple Bar puts cobbled lanes, traditional music and the Liffey outside your door. It also has more cultural substance than its party reputation suggests: the Irish Film Institute, Photo Museum Ireland and Project Arts Centre are here. Parliament Street gives you an easy route toward Dublin's LGBTQ+ bars.

The catch is sleep. Recent visitors and locals repeatedly flag music, groups leaving pubs and early-morning street activity; weekdays are generally less intense than weekends. Stay here if joining the evening crowds is part of the trip. Skip it if you want a peaceful retreat after sightseeing, especially with young children.

Best for
nightlifeLGBTQ+ travelers
Skip it if
You are sensitive to street noise; You want residential Dublin
Getting around
Walk to Trinity and Grafton Street; Green Line Luas stops at Westmoreland and Trinity are nearby; DUB coaches serve Wellington Quay and Aston Quay.
After dark
Busy with music and pub crowds late into the evening; weekend noise is the main booking risk.

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The best hotels in Temple Bar, ranked by Axel's take

Each hotel is scored for what it is by Axel's own review. The rate is one stay Axel priced this week, beside the public rate for the same dates. Typical Axel rate $230 a night.

How to choose

What paying more buys

The Mercantile offers renovated, soundproofed rooms for less than most here; The Morrison adds a riverside setting and fitness centre. College Green costs considerably more for historic surroundings and attentive concierge service, not guaranteed extra space or views. If you mainly need a comfortable sightseeing base, The Mercantile makes the premium difficult to justify.

Typical rates with Axel here run from $194 a night at Temple Bar Inn to $582 at The College Green Hotel Dublin, Autograph Collection (last 30 days).

  1. The Mercantile Hotel
    #1 in Temple Bar

    The Mercantile Hotel

    a renovated mid-range boutique hotel beside Temple Bar

    9.1/10

    A standout central base with excellent staff, compact rooms and surprisingly good soundproofing.

    Why it's here:
    renovated central rooms with notably effective soundproofing and welcoming staff
    Accept:
    compact rooms and limited luggage space in busy nightlife surroundings
    • couples on a city break
    • first-time Dublin visitors
    • car-free sightseeing
    Axel
    $150 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 16 to Jan 22, 2027 · 6 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 21

  2. NYX Hotel Dublin Christchurch
    #2 in Temple Bar

    NYX Hotel Dublin Christchurch

    a design-led 4-star city hotel beside Temple Bar

    8.9/10

    A strong central Dublin pick, with standout staff and a few room-layout compromises.

    Why it's here:
    distinctive design and warm service beside Temple Bar and the cathedral sights
    Accept:
    some compact layouts and limited bathroom privacy; no gym
    • couples on a city break
    • first-time Dublin sightseers
    • travelers exploring without a car
    Axel
    $144 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 12 to Jan 19, 2027 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 21

  3. The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton
    #3 in Temple Bar

    The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton

    a contemporary five-star riverside hotel in central Dublin

    8.8/10

    A strong riverside base with standout staff, rather than old-school five-star grandeur.

    Why it's here:
    contemporary riverside comfort and helpful concierge service across from Temple Bar
    Accept:
    river views cost more; not traditional grand-hotel luxury
    • first-time Dublin visitors
    • couples on a city break
    • business travelers extending their stay
    Axel
    $232 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 12 to Jan 19, 2027 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 21

  4. The Morgan Hotel
    #4 in Temple Bar

    The Morgan Hotel

    a stylish 4-star in Dublin’s lively Temple Bar

    8.7/10

    A comfortable, well-run Temple Bar base, provided nightlife is part of the appeal.

    Why it's here:
    comfortable contemporary rooms in the middle of Temple Bar nightlife
    Accept:
    late-night noise in some rooms; request a quieter rear position
    • first-time Dublin visitors
    • couples on city breaks
    • nightlife-focused travelers
    Axel
    $134 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 12 to Jan 19, 2027 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 21

  5. The Trinity City Hotel
    #5 in Temple Bar

    The Trinity City Hotel

    A characterful 4-star city-centre hotel beside Trinity College

    8.6/10

    A strong central Dublin base, with helpful staff and a few room-dependent compromises.

    Why it's here:
    characterful interiors and helpful staff beside Trinity, with nearby airport-bus access
    Accept:
    room-dependent fire-station noise and crowded breakfast periods
    • First-time Dublin visitors
    • Couples on sightseeing breaks
    • Travelers exploring without a car
    Axel
    $143 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 12 to Jan 19, 2027 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 21

  6. The College Green Hotel Dublin, Autograph Collection
    #6 in Temple Bar

    The College Green Hotel Dublin, Autograph Collection

    a historic 5-star city hotel opposite Trinity College

    8.6/10

    A strong sightseeing base with standout staff, but choose your room carefully.

    Why it's here:
    historic five-star surroundings opposite Trinity, with especially attentive concierge and door teams
    Accept:
    variable room sizes and views, plus Atrium refurbishment
    • first-time Dublin sightseers
    • couples who value attentive service
    • car-free city breaks
    Axel
    $385 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 12 to Jan 19, 2027 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 21

  7. The Fleet
    #7 in Temple Bar

    The Fleet

    a historic 4-star boutique hotel in Temple Bar

    8.5/10

    A characterful central base with excellent staff, but choose your room carefully.

    Why it's here:
    historic interiors and a characterful lounge at a central Temple Bar address
    Accept:
    variable noise and cooling, compact rooms and some stairs
    • couples on a Dublin city break
    • first-time visitors exploring on foot
    • travelers who enjoy historic interiors
    Axel
    $119 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 16 to Jan 22, 2027 · 6 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 21

  8. Temple Bar Inn
    #8 in Temple Bar

    Temple Bar Inn

    a modern independent 3-star in Dublin’s nightlife district

    8.3/10

    A strong central base, provided nightlife matters more than guaranteed quiet.

    Why it's here:
    a cheaper modern base for travelers prioritizing Temple Bar pubs and walking
    Accept:
    nightlife noise, no air conditioning and compact rooms
    • short sightseeing breaks
    • couples and friends enjoying Dublin’s pubs
    • travelers exploring without a car
    Axel
    $94 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 16 to Jan 22, 2027 · 6 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 21

  9. Fitzsimons Hotel Temple Bar
    #9 in Temple Bar

    Fitzsimons Hotel Temple Bar

    a basic 3-star hotel attached to a lively Temple Bar pub

    6.8/10

    A handy nightlife base, but late music and uneven rooms compromise the stay.

    Why it's here:
    a nightlife-first stay with live music and rooftop drinks in Temple Bar
    Accept:
    late music, stuffy rooms, worn carpets and booking surcharges
    • friends visiting for nightlife
    • short stays focused on central Dublin
    Axel
    $166 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 12 to Jan 19, 2027 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 21

More deals seen in Temple Bar this week

  • Wren Urban Nest

    Wren Urban Nest

    ★★★
    Axel
    $238 /night
    Expedia
    $435 /night
    $197/night less than Expedia (45%)

    Rate for Nov 20 to Nov 22, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, City Centre

    Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, City Centre

    ★★★★
    Axel
    $97 /night
    Expedia
    $128 /night
    $31/night less than Expedia (24%)

    Rate for Dec 1 to Dec 3, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 19

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  • Point A Dublin Parnell Street

    Point A Dublin Parnell Street

    ★★★
    Axel
    $316 /night
    Expedia
    $323 /night
    $7/night less than Expedia (2%)

    Rate for Nov 20 to Nov 22, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Wellington Temple Bar

    Wellington Temple Bar

    ★★★
    Axel
    $95 /night
    Expedia
    $91 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Dec 8 to Dec 10, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Temple Bar Inn

    Temple Bar Inn

    ★★★
    Axel
    $515 /night
    Booking.com
    $266 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle

    Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle

    ★★★★
    Axel
    $124 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Dec 15 to Dec 26, 2026 · 11 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

    Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

    ★★★★
    Axel
    $125 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Dec 15 to Dec 26, 2026 · 11 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Leonardo Hotel Dublin Parnell Street

    Leonardo Hotel Dublin Parnell Street

    ★★★★
    Axel
    $127 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Dec 15 to Dec 26, 2026 · 11 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Arthaus Hotel

    Arthaus Hotel

    ★★★★
    Axel
    $237 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 5 to Nov 11, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 21

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