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Dublin, Dún Laoghaire and the airport area hotels under $400 a night, Dec 11 to 13, 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 23 of the 64 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

Every rate below was under $400 a night, taxes and fees included, when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link checks today’s rooms. Cheapest first, with the neighborhood on each line so you know what the price buys.

Christchurch and the Liberties: historic Dublin on your doorstep, without sleeping inside Temple Bar. O'Connell Street and Gardiner Street: a practical central base where the exact street matters. Temple Bar: stay for the nightlife, not for an early night. Docklands and Grand Canal Dock: choose waterfront space and work convenience over old-Dublin atmosphere.

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Dublin, Dún Laoghaire and the airport area hotels under $400 a night, Dec 11 to 13, 2026

Every rate below was under $400 a night, taxes and fees included, when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link checks today’s rooms. Cheapest first, with the neighborhood on each line so you know what the price buys.

Compound search: hotels in Dublin, Dún Laoghaire and the airport area under $400 a night all in for the dates; check-in 2026-12-11, check-out 2026-12-13, 2 nights, 1 room, 2 adults. Neighborhoods on this page: Christchurch & the Liberties; O'Connell Street & Gardiner Street; Temple Bar; Docklands & Grand Canal Dock. Order: cheapest first.

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Where Axel beats the public price (23 of 64 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Temple Bar: Stay for the nightlife, not for an early night. Typical $230 a night. Subway: Walk to Trinity and Grafton Street.
  • Docklands & Grand Canal Dock: Choose waterfront space and work convenience over old-Dublin atmosphere. Typical $221 a night. Subway: Southside: DART at Grand Canal Dock or Pearse.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport — 4-star, Clayton Hotels

2. Lansdowne Hotel — 3-star, independent

3. Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport Hotel — 4-star, independent

4. Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport — 4-star, Maldron Hotels

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

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

More hotels in the area (58)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Dec 11 to 13, 2026
  1. Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport, Dublin Airport
    #1 of 6 · Dublin Airport

    Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

    4-star · Clayton Hotels

    $119a night · Dec 11 to 13

    A cheaper airport stopover with spacious rooms and a free round-the-clock shuttle. You accept off-campus transfer, busy surroundings and Deluxe rooms without air conditioning.

    $13/night less than Expedia (6%)

    Axel $398 vs $424 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 11 to 13, two adults: $238 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Lansdowne Hotel, Ballsbridge
    #2 of 6 · Ballsbridge

    Lansdowne Hotel

    3-star · Independent

    $155a night · Dec 11 to 13

    A cheaper traditional pub-hotel base for short Ballsbridge event trips. You accept no lift, with some small, dated and warm rooms.

    Dec 11 to 13, two adults: $310 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 19, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport Hotel, Dublin Airport
    #3 of 6 · Dublin Airport

    Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport Hotel

    4-star · Independent

    $165a night · Dec 11 to 13

    Generally spacious pre-flight rooms with a short, round-the-clock shuttle connection. You accept air conditioning is not guaranteed; airport-bound shuttles need booking.

    $2/night less than Expedia (1%)

    Axel $321 vs $325 on Expedia for Dec 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 1 of 5 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 11 to 13, two adults: $330 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport, Dublin Airport
    #4 of 6 · Dublin Airport

    Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport

    4-star · Maldron Hotels

    $166a night · Dec 11 to 13

    Terminal-walking convenience and air-conditioned rooms for an early departure. You accept uneven soundproofing and some compact rooms and bathrooms.

    Dec 11 to 13, two adults: $332 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

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

    Phoenix Park Hotel

    3-star · Travelodge UK

    $184a night · Dec 11 to 13

    Simple stopover practicality near Heuston and Phoenix Park. You accept traffic noise, warm rooms and uneven wear. 15 minutes' walk to Guinness Storehouse.

    Dec 11 to 13, two adults: $368 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 24, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

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

    easyHotel Dublin City Centre

    3-star · Independent

    $185a night · Dec 11 to 13

    The lowest-rate option here for short stays with minimal luggage. You accept tiny rooms, infrequent cleaning and charges for basic extras. Ten minutes' walk to Guinness Storehouse, 15 minutes' walk to Christ Church Cathedral.

    $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.

    Dec 11 to 13, two adults: $371 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

23 of 64 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 Dec 11 to 13

  2. 2. The Gibson Hotel Dublin City · Docklands · 4-star$65/night less than Expedia (24%)

    Axel $414 vs $543 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026. Rooms for Dec 11 to 13

  3. 3. 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 Dec 11 to 13

  4. 4. 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 Dec 11 to 13

  5. 5. 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 Dec 11 to 13

  6. 6. 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 Dec 11 to 13

  7. 7. 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 Dec 11 to 13

  8. 8. The Croke Park Hotel · Drumcondra · 4-star$23/night less than Expedia (9%)

    Axel $443 vs $488 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 11 to 13

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

58 more
  1. 1. The Sandymount Hotel · Ballsbridge · 4-star$193Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  2. 2. The Bonnington Dublin · Drumcondra · 4-star$193Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  3. 3. Dublin Skylon Hotel · Drumcondra · 4-star$4/night less than Expedia (2%)$194Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  4. 4. The Croke Park Hotel · Drumcondra · 4-star$23/night less than Expedia (9%)$200Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  5. 5. Clayton Ballsbridge · Ballsbridge · 4-star$202Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  6. 6. The Dean Dublin Centre · Grafton Street · 4-star$30/night less than Booking.com (18%)$204Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  7. 7. The Gibson Hotel Dublin City · Docklands · 4-star$65/night less than Expedia (24%)$207Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  8. 8. Dublin One Hotel · O'Connell Street · 4-star$21/night less than Expedia (7%)$216Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  9. 9. Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane · Docklands · 4-star$24/night less than Expedia (8%)$216Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  10. 10. Buswells Hotel · Grafton Street · 3-star$217Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  11. 11. Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City · Docklands · 4-star$217Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  12. 12. Premier Suites Dublin Ballsbridge · Ballsbridge · 3-star$218Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  13. 13. Hilton Dublin · Portobello · 4-star$56/night less than Expedia (15%)$219Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  14. 14. Grand Canal Hotel Dublin · Docklands · 4-star$220Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  15. 15. Harcourt Hotel · Portobello · 3-star$220Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  16. 16. Harding Hotel · Christchurch · 3-star$222Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  17. 17. The Hendrick Smithfield · Smithfield · 4-star$223Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  18. 18. Academy Plaza Hotel · O'Connell Street · 3-star$10/night less than Expedia (4%)$223Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  19. 19. Ashling Hotel Dublin · Smithfield · 4-star$224Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  20. 20. Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre · Docklands · 4-star$231Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  21. 21. Herbert Park Hotel · Ballsbridge · 4-star$231Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  22. 22. The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre · Docklands · 4-star$233Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  23. 23. Maldron Hotel Kevin Street, Dublin City · Christchurch · 4-star$3/night less than Expedia (1%)$239Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  24. 24. Keavans Port · Portobello · 4-star$240Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  25. 25. Maldron Hotel Parnell Square Dublin City · O'Connell Street · 4-star$5/night less than Expedia (2%)$243Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  26. 26. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, City Quay · O'Connell Street · 4-star$247Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  27. 27. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Tivoli · Christchurch · 3-star$192/night less than Booking.com (43%)$247Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  28. 28. Fitzsimons Hotel Temple Bar · Temple Bar · 3-star$249Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  29. 29. Aloft by Marriott Dublin City · Christchurch · 4-star$30/night less than Expedia (10%)$254Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  30. 30. Temple Bar Inn · Temple Bar · 3-star$256Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  31. 31. Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG · O'Connell Street · 3-star$5/night less than Expedia (2%)$257Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  32. 32. Haddington House Hotel · Dun Laoghaire · 4-star$15/night less than Expedia (5%)$259Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  33. 33. Clayton Hotel Charlemont · Portobello · 4-star$261Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  34. 34. The Spencer Hotel · Docklands · 4-star$263Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  35. 35. Maldron Hotel Smithfield Dublin City · Smithfield · 4-star$266Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  36. 36. The Trinity City Hotel · Temple Bar · 4-star$270Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  37. 37. The Mercantile Hotel · Temple Bar · 3-star$282Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  38. 38. Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin · Christchurch · 4-star$282Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  39. 39. Camden Court Hotel · Portobello · 4-star$284Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  40. 40. Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge · O'Connell Street · 3-star$25/night less than Expedia (8%)$285Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  41. 41. NYX Hotel Dublin Portobello · Portobello · 4-star$14/night less than Expedia (5%)$289Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  42. 42. The Alex · Docklands · 4-star$290Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  43. 43. Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin · Christchurch · 4-star$18/night less than Expedia (6%)$292Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  44. 44. The Fleet · Temple Bar · 4-star$292Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  45. 45. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Saint Augustine Street · Christchurch · 4-star$293Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  46. 46. Leonardo Hotel Dublin Parnell Street · O'Connell Street · 4-star$7/night less than Expedia (5%)$294Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  47. 47. Marlin Hotel · Grafton Street · 4-star$315Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  48. 48. Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch · Christchurch · 4-star$316Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  49. 49. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, City Centre · O'Connell Street · 4-star$17/night less than Expedia (14%)$320Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  50. 50. The Chancery Hotel · Grafton Street · 4-star$322Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  51. 51. The Wilder Townhouse · Portobello · 4-star$323Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  52. 52. Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG · Smithfield · 4-star$27/night less than Expedia (7%)$329Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  53. 53. The Morgan Hotel · Temple Bar · 4-star$330Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  54. 54. Stauntons on the Green · Grafton Street · 3-star$339Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  55. 55. NYX Hotel Dublin Christchurch · Temple Bar · 4-star$344Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  56. 56. Staycity Dublin Castle · Christchurch · 4-star$347Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  57. 57. The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton · Temple Bar · 5-star$369Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  58. 58. Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin · O'Connell Street · 4-star$400Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
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