The Best Hotels Closest to Grand Canal Square in Dublin for 2026

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A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging wicker lamps, and potted plants.

A bar area with a chandelier, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A building facade with a sign reading "THE GREEN" and a series of windows.

A modern hotel room with a plush pink sofa, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a balcony with outdoor seating and plants.

1. The Green

City Centre Dublin, 1.8 km from Grand Canal Square

Patti

NT$7,458

NT$8,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A bar area with a long counter, seating, and shelves of bottles.

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a sofa, and tables.

A hotel room with a large bed, a dining area, a sofa, and a stone wall.

A reception desk with a grey countertop and gold accents, surrounded by shelves with various potted plants and a wall covered in greenery.

2. Zanzibar Locke

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

Jessica

NT$4,676

NT$5,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A multi-story hotel facade with a central entrance, large windows, and uniform architectural design.

A hotel room with a large window, two beds, a sofa, and artwork on the wall.

A modern bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a large screen.

A gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of greenery.

3. Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

Daniel

NT$4,844

NT$5,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern interior with a geometric patterned floor, glass railings, and a brick wall.

A bar area with a fireplace, wooden bar stools, and a patterned floor.

A bar area with a fireplace, wooden bar stools, and a patterned rug.

A grand staircase with a marble floor, a handrail, and a wall with a self-check-in station.

4. The Mercantile Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

Linda

NT$5,107

NT$5,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A traditional white door with a gold knocker, flanked by two symmetrical topiary bushes, set against a brick wall with red leaves.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A round wooden dining table with a vase of white flowers and a stack of magazines.

A dining room with a round table, two chairs, a fireplace, and a cabinet with glass doors.

5. Pembroke Hall

Ballsbridge, 1.3 km from Grand Canal Square

Amberlea

NT$5,094

NT$5,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hallway with a marble floor, white walls, and a dark blue door at the end.

A restaurant with brick walls, a herringbone floor, and a central fireplace. There are yellow and green chairs, a table with dishes, and a hanging light fixture.

A brick building with an arched entrance, potted plants, and a lantern.

A bar area with a wooden herringbone floor, a bar counter, and a seating area with a yellow suitcase.

6. The Wilder

City Centre Dublin, 1.8 km from Grand Canal Square

Richard

NT$7,429

NT$8,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a hanging plant, and a refrigerated display case.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A buffet setup with various food and drink dispensers, a large glass container, and a decorative plant.

7. Drury Court Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

FURROKH

NT$4,749

NT$5,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bar with a bartender, wooden bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern hotel with a prominent sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and booths, each set with wine glasses and cutlery.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a bar.

8. The Grafton Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

David

NT$6,980

NT$7,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A staircase leading to a building with a traditional architectural style, surrounded by greenery and a well-maintained pathway.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a balcony.

A luxurious living room with a grand chandelier, a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view through large windows.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and beverages.

9. Roxford Lodge Hotel

Beggar's Bush, 1 km from Grand Canal Square

Charles

NT$3,654

NT$4,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and hanging flower baskets.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a digital payment terminal.

A hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating area with hanging flower baskets, and flags.

10. Grand Canal Hotel Dublin

Beggar's Bush, 0.6 km from Grand Canal Square

Ruth

NT$4,991

NT$5,665 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

An indoor seating area with cushioned benches, tables, and hanging pendant lights.

A bar area with wooden furniture, a bartender, and a well-stocked bar counter.

A modern art installation with illuminated structures resembling trees in a gallery setting.

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of the street through large windows.

11. The Mont

City Centre Dublin, 0.8 km from Grand Canal Square

Scott

NT$5,327

NT$6,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of round and rectangular tables.

A lobby with a black and white patterned floor, a chandelier, and a sign reading "Collins Club".

The exterior of The Leinstier hotel with large columns, a red chair, and potted plants.

A terrace with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of buildings through large windows.

12. The Leinster

Grand Canal Dock, 0.7 km from Grand Canal Square

Kathryn

NT$5,577

NT$6,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table, surrounded by chairs, and a central hanging light fixture.

A building with a prominent 'WREN' sign, large arched windows, and a modern interior design.

A reception desk with the word "WREN" in large letters, a black bird sculpture, and a background of tall grasses and plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

13. Wren Urban Nest

City Centre Dublin, 1.6 km from Grand Canal Square

PAMELA

NT$5,163

NT$5,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large mirror.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a chair and a table, and a view of the outside through a window.

A brick building with a large arched entrance, steps leading up to the door, and potted plants on either side.

A dining area with teal chairs, a fireplace, and a large window with a view.

14. Ariel House

Ballsbridge, 1.2 km from Grand Canal Square

Richard

NT$6,247

NT$7,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A building entrance with a glass door, two potted plants, and a string of lights above.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, two sinks, a shower, and a bench.

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a view of the outside.

A modern lobby with a large abstract painting, a reception desk, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

15. The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton

City Centre Dublin, 1.8 km from Grand Canal Square

Jennifer

NT$6,449

NT$7,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A bar area with a counter, shelves of liquor bottles, and hanging lights.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A modern reception area with a marble reception desk, a hanging blue crystal chandelier, and a geometric patterned wall.

A restaurant with green upholstered booths and tables, a colorful mural on the wall, and hanging green lanterns.

16. Arthaus Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

Sarah

NT$5,569

NT$6,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A bar area with a long counter, cushioned bar stools, and a copper bowl with champagne bottles.

A spacious hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a modern ceiling design.

Two black planters with 'Brooks Hotel' branding and a doormat with the same name.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

17. Brooks Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Grand Canal Square

michael

NT$6,597

NT$7,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern house with a stone wall, a statue, and a fire pit in the garden.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a desk with a vintage radio, and a bed with a patterned throw.

A courtyard with a central fire feature surrounded by stone walls and greenery.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a stone wall.

18. Number 31

City Centre Dublin, 1.5 km from Grand Canal Square

Susie

NT$6,569

NT$7,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A restaurant with wooden furniture, a bar area, and indoor plants.

A modern room with a bed, a desk, and a large window with curtains. There are potted plants and a wardrobe.

A modern outdoor seating area with tables, chairs, and potted plants.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, shelves with decorative items, and hanging plants.

19. Beckett Locke

North Wall, 0.8 km from Grand Canal Square

Meghan

NT$3,311

NT$3,758 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a well-lit entrance, and a visible reception area.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fireplace, and string lights.

A modern interior with a central tree-like structure, seating areas, and a bar.

A modern interior with seating areas, a motorcycle, and a wall with illuminated letters.

20. Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

City Centre Dublin, 1.8 km from Grand Canal Square

Ryan

NT$4,556

NT$5,171 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Compare popular hotels close to Grand Canal Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Green	9.8 Exceptional 1,216 reviews	View
Zanzibar Locke	9.6 Exceptional 2,596 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre	9.6 Exceptional 159 reviews	View
The Mercantile Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,050 reviews	View
Pembroke Hall	9.6 Exceptional 177 reviews	View

Top Grand Canal Square Hotel Reviews

The Leinster

10/10 Excellent

"We had a fantastic stay at the Leinster. The rooms were small but beautifully decorated with comfy beds and linens . The staff was friendly and helpful and the bar/ restaurant was great too! We’ll be back!"

Clink i Lár

10/10 Excellent

"Good for a few days in Dublin while solo traveling! I had a particularly late night and added late checkout last minute and it was totally worth it. Wound definitely stay if I’m in the city again!"

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is stunning. The lobby area is warm and welcoming. The staff we encountered was friendly. The room was beautiful, bed was comfortable. Location to rail system close by, and walkable to town. I would stay here again."

Beckett Locke

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location"

Latroupe Jacobs Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent!"

The Dean Dublin Docklands- Formerly The Mayson

10/10 Excellent

"Very stylish hotel. Happy to stay here again."

The Gibson Hotel Dublin City

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel, lovely location, easy to get into tow centre"

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel in a great location for the 3 Arena"

Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City

8/10 Good

"We appreciated the great breakfast, good location, and the underground parking."

Other attractions near Grand Canal Square

A modern architectural building with a glass facade and a unique triangular design.

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

8.2/10 (507 reviews)

Get your ticket for a night at Ireland’s largest theater, which was built to attract the world’s biggest shows to the nation’s capital.

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A modern bridge with a unique arch design, reflecting on a calm body of water, with buildings in the background.

Samuel Beckett Bridge

An iconic city landmark, this striking cable-stayed bridge evokes the image of a harp on its side. Come at night to see it lit up.

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A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings reflecting on a calm body of water.

Grand Canal

Hike along this running stream through Ireland’s pleasant green countryside and stop for cruises, watersports and meals on barges.p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; text-align: justify; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; color: #272727; -webkit-text-stroke: #272727}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}

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A modern curved building with illuminated blue lines, a waterfront, and a bridge in the background.

The Convention Centre Dublin

8.6/10 (782 reviews)

Spot this futuristic crystal building rising high in the dockyards and cycle along the grassy banks of the adjacent canal.

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A pedestrian bridge with a glass building in the background labeled "PIC" and "JEANIE JOHNSTON".

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

9.4/10 (35 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Anantara The Marker Dublin

After visiting Anantara The Marker Dublin, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dublin. Discover the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours.

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Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium

8.0/10 (1 review)

Catch an event at Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium during your trip to Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Royal Irish Academy of Music

Enjoy an outing to Royal Irish Academy of Music during your stay in Dublin. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Grand Canal Square?

Grand Canal Square is located in Dublin. This metropolitan area is known for its bar scene and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 407 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Grand Canal Square?

Adjacent to Grand Canal Square, The Dean Dublin Docklands- Formerly The Mayson is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices within a short distance include The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre and Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Grand Canal Square?

Expedia has 407 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Grand Canal Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Grand Canal Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Grand Canal Square.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Grand Canal Square?

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Grand Canal Square, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Grand Canal Square?

Study the collections at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum, or National Museum of Ireland - Natural History. Custom House, O'Connell Bridge, and Ha' Penny Bridge are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Grand Canal Square. You can check out the local talent at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, 3Arena, and Gaiety Theatre.

How can I get to Grand Canal Square?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing the area around Grand Canal Square is easy. You can access metro transit at Jervis Station, Dominick Tram Stop, and O'Connell - GPO Tram Stop. If you're hopping a train into town, Dublin Tara Street Station, Connolly Station, and Dublin Pearse Station are the closest stations to City Centre Dublin.

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Our top choices for Grand Canal Square hotels

1. The Green

2. Zanzibar Locke

3. Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre

4. The Mercantile Hotel

5. Pembroke Hall

6. The Wilder

7. Drury Court Hotel

8. The Grafton Hotel

9. Roxford Lodge Hotel

10. Grand Canal Hotel Dublin

11. The Mont

12. The Leinster

13. Wren Urban Nest

14. Ariel House

15. The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton

16. Arthaus Hotel

17. Brooks Hotel

18. Number 31

19. Beckett Locke

20. Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

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Top Grand Canal Square Hotel Reviews

The Leinster

Clink i Lár

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

Beckett Locke

Latroupe Jacobs Inn

The Dean Dublin Docklands- Formerly The Mayson

The Gibson Hotel Dublin City

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane

Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City

Other attractions near Grand Canal Square

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

Samuel Beckett Bridge

Grand Canal

The Convention Centre Dublin

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

Anantara The Marker Dublin

Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium

Royal Irish Academy of Music

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