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Hotels in central Dublin, Nov 20 to 22, 2026

Updated Oct 28, 2026 · 2 nights, Friday to Sunday, two adults · Chosen by Axel from its neighborhood research, its own hotel reviews and the rates it has seen this month · Axel beat the public price at 17 of the 43 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

This selection covers Grafton Street and St Stephen’s Green, Temple Bar, Christchurch and the Liberties, O’Connell Street, Smithfield and Portobello. Ballsbridge, the Docklands, Dún Laoghaire and Dublin Airport are separate selections.

O'Connell Street and Gardiner Street: a practical central base where the exact street matters. Christchurch and the Liberties: historic Dublin on your doorstep, without sleeping inside Temple Bar. Temple Bar: stay for the nightlife, not for an early night. Portobello and Camden Street: stay for restaurants and music; choose your sleeping street carefully.

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Hotels in central Dublin, Nov 20 to 22, 2026

This selection covers Grafton Street and St Stephen’s Green, Temple Bar, Christchurch and the Liberties, O’Connell Street, Smithfield and Portobello. Ballsbridge, the Docklands, Dún Laoghaire and Dublin Airport are separate selections.

Compound search: hotels located in central Dublin (Grafton Street and St Stephen’s Green, Temple Bar, Christchurch and the Liberties, O’Connell Street, Smithfield and Portobello); check-in 2026-11-20, check-out 2026-11-22, 2 nights, 1 room, 2 adults; no budget cap. Neighborhoods on this page: O'Connell Street & Gardiner Street; Christchurch & the Liberties; Temple Bar; Portobello & Camden Street. Order: cheapest first.

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Where Axel beats the public price (17 of 43 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • O'Connell Street & Gardiner Street: A practical central base where the exact street matters. Typical $194 a night. Subway: Green Line Luas serves O'Connell Street and Marlborough.
  • Christchurch & the Liberties: Historic Dublin on your doorstep, without sleeping inside Temple Bar. Typical $210 a night. Subway: Walk to Temple Bar and the medieval sights.
  • Temple Bar: Stay for the nightlife, not for an early night. Typical $230 a night. Subway: Walk to Trinity and Grafton Street.
  • Portobello & Camden Street: Stay for restaurants and music; choose your sleeping street carefully. Typical $219 a night. Subway: Walk north to the Green and Grafton Street.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli — 3-star, independent

2. easyHotel Dublin City Centre — 3-star, independent

3. Harcourt Hotel — 3-star, independent

4. Aloft by Marriott Dublin City — 4-star, Marriott Hotels & Resorts

5. Academy Plaza Hotel — 3-star, independent

6. Phoenix Park Hotel — 3-star, Travelodge UK

More hotels in the area (37)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Nov 20 to 22, 2026
  1. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli, Christchurch & the Liberties
    #1 of 6 · Christchurch & the Liberties

    Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli

    3-star · Independent

    $250a night · Nov 20 to 22

    Cheaper self-catering studios handy for Liberties sights and Vicar Street concerts. You accept studios feel cramped with extra sleepers; no short-stay scheduled cleaning. Ten minutes' walk to Dublin Castle, 20 minutes' walk to St Stephen's Green.

    $192/night less than Booking.com (43%)

    Axel $500 vs $884 on Booking.com for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 21, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $500 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 21, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. easyHotel Dublin City Centre, Smithfield & Stoneybatter
    #2 of 6 · Smithfield & Stoneybatter

    easyHotel Dublin City Centre

    3-star · Independent

    $250a night · Nov 20 to 22

    The lowest-rate option here for short stays with minimal luggage. You accept tiny rooms, infrequent cleaning and charges for basic extras. 20 minutes' walk to Dublin Castle.

    $33/night less than Expedia (15%)

    Axel $373 vs $438 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $501 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 21, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Harcourt Hotel, Portobello & Camden Street
    #3 of 6 · Portobello & Camden Street

    Harcourt Hotel

    3-star · Independent

    $265a night · Nov 20 to 22

    A cheaper nightlife-focused base with its own nightclub and beer garden. You accept club and tram noise, dated rooms and no air conditioning. Eight minutes' walk to St Stephen's Green, 15 minutes' walk to Grafton Street.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $529 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 21, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. Aloft by Marriott Dublin City, Christchurch & the Liberties
    #4 of 6 · Christchurch & the Liberties

    Aloft by Marriott Dublin City

    4-star · Marriott Hotels & Resorts

    $278a night · Nov 20 to 22

    Modern Liberties comfort with especially helpful concierge staff near distillery and cathedral sights. You accept rooftop events and nearby construction can disturb the stay. 15 minutes' walk to Dublin Castle, 20 minutes' walk to St Stephen's Green.

    $30/night less than Expedia (10%)

    Axel $557 vs $616 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 21, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 3 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $557 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 21, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. Academy Plaza Hotel, O'Connell Street & Gardiner Street
    #5 of 6 · O'Connell Street & Gardiner Street

    Academy Plaza Hotel

    3-star · Independent

    $293a night · Nov 20 to 22

    A cheaper central base for short stays using trams and airport coaches. You accept compact bedrooms and bathrooms, with variable street and tram noise. 20 minutes' walk to Grafton Street, 20 minutes' walk to Dublin Castle.

    $10/night less than Expedia (4%)

    Axel $483 vs $503 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 5 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $585 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 21, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  6. Phoenix Park Hotel, Smithfield & Stoneybatter
    #6 of 6 · Smithfield & Stoneybatter

    Phoenix Park Hotel

    3-star · Travelodge UK

    $294a night · Nov 20 to 22

    Simple stopover practicality near Heuston and Phoenix Park. You accept traffic noise, warm rooms and uneven wear.

    Nov 20 to 22, two adults: $588 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 19, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

17 of 43 hotels here, last two weeks, all-in totals against Booking.com
  1. 1. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli · Christchurch · 3-star$192/night less than Booking.com (43%)

    Axel $500 vs $884 on Booking.com for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 21, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  2. 2. The Dean Dublin Centre · Grafton Street · 4-star$30/night less than Booking.com (18%)

    Axel $273 vs $333 on Booking.com for Jan 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 1 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  3. 3. Hilton Dublin · Portobello · 4-star$56/night less than Expedia (15%)

    Axel $646 vs $759 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 23, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 1 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  4. 4. easyHotel Dublin City Centre · Smithfield · 3-star$33/night less than Expedia (15%)

    Axel $373 vs $438 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  5. 5. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, City Centre · O'Connell Street · 4-star$17/night less than Expedia (14%)

    Axel $202 vs $236 on Expedia for Dec 15 to 17, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 1 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  6. 6. Aloft by Marriott Dublin City · Christchurch · 4-star$30/night less than Expedia (10%)

    Axel $557 vs $616 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 21, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  7. 7. Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge · O'Connell Street · 3-star$25/night less than Expedia (8%)

    Axel $589 vs $638 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

  8. 8. Dublin One Hotel · O'Connell Street · 4-star$21/night less than Expedia (7%)

    Axel $551 vs $593 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 20 to 22

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

37 more
  1. 1. Dublin One Hotel · O'Connell Street · 4-star$21/night less than Expedia (7%)$300Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  2. 2. Ashling Hotel Dublin · Smithfield · 4-star$305Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  3. 3. NYX Hotel Dublin Portobello · Portobello · 4-star$14/night less than Expedia (5%)$307Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  4. 4. Clayton Hotel Charlemont · Portobello · 4-star$316Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  5. 5. The Hendrick Smithfield · Smithfield · 4-star$320Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  6. 6. Hilton Dublin · Portobello · 4-star$56/night less than Expedia (15%)$323Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  7. 7. Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG · O'Connell Street · 3-star$5/night less than Expedia (2%)$325Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  8. 8. Maldron Hotel Parnell Square Dublin City · O'Connell Street · 4-star$5/night less than Expedia (2%)$327Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  9. 9. Iveagh Garden Hotel · Grafton Street · 4-star$17/night less than Expedia (6%)$331Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  10. 10. Marlin Hotel · Grafton Street · 4-star$336Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  11. 11. Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City · Christchurch · 4-star$3/night less than Expedia (1%)$337Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  12. 12. The Dean Dublin Centre · Grafton Street · 4-star$30/night less than Booking.com (18%)$343Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  13. 13. Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG · Smithfield · 4-star$27/night less than Expedia (7%)$352Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  14. 14. The Trinity City Hotel · Temple Bar · 4-star$357Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  15. 15. Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin · Christchurch · 4-star$18/night less than Expedia (6%)$358Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  16. 16. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, City Quay · O'Connell Street · 4-star$363Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  17. 17. Maldron Hotel Smithfield Dublin City · Smithfield · 4-star$365Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  18. 18. The Morgan Hotel · Temple Bar · 4-star$371Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  19. 19. Camden Court Hotel · Portobello · 4-star$374Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  20. 20. The Wilder Townhouse · Portobello · 4-star$378Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  21. 21. Temple Bar Inn · Temple Bar · 3-star$395Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  22. 22. Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge · O'Connell Street · 3-star$25/night less than Expedia (8%)$418Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  23. 23. Leonardo Hotel Dublin Parnell Street · O'Connell Street · 4-star$7/night less than Expedia (5%)$426Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  24. 24. Stauntons on the Green · Grafton Street · 3-star$431Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  25. 25. Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch · Christchurch · 4-star$443Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  26. 26. The Chancery Hotel · Grafton Street · 4-star$453Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  27. 27. NYX Hotel Dublin Christchurch · Temple Bar · 4-star$457Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  28. 28. Staycity Dublin Castle · Christchurch · 4-star$459Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  29. 29. Conrad Dublin · Portobello · 5-star$467Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  30. 30. Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin · O'Connell Street · 4-star$497Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  31. 31. The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton · Temple Bar · 5-star$522Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  32. 32. The College Green Hotel Dublin, Autograph Collection · Temple Bar · 5-star$737Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  33. 33. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, City Centre · O'Connell Street · 4-star$17/night less than Expedia (14%)$877Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  34. 34. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street · Christchurch · 4-star$1,002Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  35. 35. Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin · Christchurch · 4-star$1,068Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  36. 36. The Fleet · Temple Bar · 4-star$1,170Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
  37. 37. The Westbury Hotel · Grafton Street · 5-star$1,512Rooms for Nov 20 to 22
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