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A spacious living room with multiple armchairs, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a view of a building with balconies, and a small water feature.

A grand hall with a high ceiling, ornate columns, and a balcony with a wrought iron railing.

A rustic bar with wooden furniture and a brick ceiling.

1. The Merrion

City Centre Dublin, 1.1 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

anwer

Rp9.096.654

Rp10.324.804 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

The exterior of the Mespil Hotel with its entrance and a man in a suit walking towards the entrance.

A grand library interior with ornate woodwork, a large globe, and classical sculptures.

A pathway lined with cherry blossom trees in full bloom.

A bar setting with a bartender preparing a drink.

2. Mespil Hotel

Ballsbridge, 1.1 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Christopher

Rp3.161.781

Rp3.588.621 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city, and a potted orchid.

A bar area with a wooden counter, multiple liquor bottles, and hanging wine glasses.

A corridor lined with wooden barrels and shelves, leading to a wall with a large barrel and a winged emblem.

3. Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin

The Liberties, 2.3 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Christina

Rp2.843.836

Rp3.227.754 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A red brick building with a central arched entrance, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with metal chairs and tables.

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.

4. The Wilder

City Centre Dublin, 1.6 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Richard

Rp4.046.321

Rp4.592.633 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre

City Centre Dublin, 1.9 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Annette

Rp2.014.708

Rp2.286.693 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

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

A spacious lounge area with a checkered floor, seating arrangements, and a variety of potted plants.

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

6. Zanzibar Locke

City Centre Dublin, 1.8 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Jessica

Rp2.154.957

Rp2.445.876 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

The exterior of the Drury Court Hotel with a stone facade, hanging plants, and a sign indicating a restaurant nearby.

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

7. Drury Court Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Kelly

Rp2.527.658

Rp2.868.892 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

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

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

8. The Grafton Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Elizabeth

Rp3.868.293

Rp4.390.548 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by stone arches and lush greenery.

A well-maintained garden with a fountain, a brick wall, and a seating area with a chair and table.

A spacious indoor area with a large chandelier, multiple seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of greenery outside.

A modern indoor pool area with a glass ceiling, a seating area with tables, and a large potted plant.

9. InterContinental Dublin by IHG

1.9 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Mari-Ann

Rp5.254.208

Rp5.963.526 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a TV screen.

A conference room with tables and chairs, a presentation screen, and large windows with a view of buildings and trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a TV.

A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering views of the outside.

10. Maldron Hotel Croke Park

Drumcondra, 2.3 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Jon

Rp1.653.372

Rp1.876.578 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern interior with a large 'A' on the wall, a red booth, and a variety of seating arrangements.

A bar area with a large red spherical decoration, wooden stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a mirror, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

A room with a chandelier, leather chairs, a dining table, and a bookshelf.

11. Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

City Centre Dublin, 2.2 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Helen

Rp1.960.657

Rp2.225.345 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

A bar area with a marble countertop, various bottles, glasses, and a gold-colored lamp.

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, 0.5 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Kathryn

Rp2.614.210

Rp2.967.128 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern building with a checkered facade and a reflection in the water.

A dining table with breakfast items and a city view.

A dining area with a table set for two, featuring a dessert stand with various sweets, two wine glasses, and a vase of flowers.

A modern indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, a table with fruit, and a unique hanging light fixture.

13. Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World

Dublin Docklands, 0.3 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Frederick

Rp4.822.157

Rp5.473.149 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bar area with a checkered floor, wooden tables, and black stools.

A modern kitchen with checkered flooring, wooden cabinets, and a central island with various food items and containers.

A modern interior with a green sofa, a wooden table, and a red display of books.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, digital screens, and a seating area with red chairs.

14. citizenM Dublin St. Patrick's

City Centre Dublin, 2.1 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

David

Rp2.048.975

Rp2.325.587 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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.

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

A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign reading "Hotel Brooks".

15. Brooks Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.7 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

michael

Rp3.603.256

Rp4.089.625 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a round table, a potted plant, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

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

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

16. The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton

City Centre Dublin, 1.9 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Randy

Rp2.972.780

Rp3.374.105 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

17. Wren Urban Nest

City Centre Dublin, 1.6 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

PAMELA

Rp2.368.686

Rp2.688.459 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bar area with a bartender, seating with red ottomans, and a bar counter with various bottles.

A hotel room with a tufted headboard, a bed with a grey and white bedspread, two teal armchairs, a small round table, and a large window with grey curtains.

A buffet with various food items, including fruits, cheeses, and meats, arranged on a wooden counter.

A grand hall with a high ceiling adorned with floral decorations and classical architectural details.

18. The Davenport

City Centre Dublin, 0.8 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Michael

Rp3.250.103

Rp3.688.866 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with a brick wall, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and a variety of bar stools.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a black cat sculpture, and a colorful mural.

A modern living room with a large window, a red armchair, a blue sofa, and a wooden staircase.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink with a round mirror, and a bed with a tufted headboard.

19. NYX Dublin Christchurch

City Centre Dublin, 2 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Rebecka

Rp2.782.014

Rp3.157.586 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 hallway with a mannequin in a dress, a blue chair, and a blue sofa.

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

20. Number 31

City Centre Dublin, 1.4 km from Waterways Visitor Centre

Susie

Rp3.163.547

Rp3.590.626 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Waterways Visitor Centre

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Merrion	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Mespil Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
The Wilder	9.6 Exceptional 764 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre	9.6 Exceptional 176 reviews	View

Top Waterways Visitor Centre Hotel Reviews

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

10/10 Excellent

"Nice room, walkable to St Stephen’s Green and Grafton st."

Zanzibar Locke

8/10 Good

"Excellent location Fabulous bar/ restaurant Staff were very helpful and accommodating Would stay there again :-)"

Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great and super helpful on recommendations."

The Spencer Hotel

8/10 Good

"Le centre sportif et la piscine en particulier est un petit bijou. Etant un nageur assidu, j'ai beaucoup apprécié la possibilité de réserver mon couloir de nage à une heure spécifique."

Travelodge PLUS Dublin City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Welcoming staff, lots of smiles. Bar area was inviting. Room was on small side and TV kept glitching but other than that, it was a good city hotel."

The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic stay, great hotel"

Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were genuinely amazing from check in ,the restaurant staff were absolutely unreal,fabulous, just location wasnt great,"

Other attractions near Waterways Visitor Centre

A waterfront promenade with red poles and a river.

Grand Canal Square

Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at Grand Canal Square. Visit the shops and lively bars in this vibrant area.

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A riverside cityscape with historic buildings and a modern skyscraper.

Grand Canal

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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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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 theatre 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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St Stephen’s ‘Pepper Canister’ Church

After visiting St Stephen’s ‘Pepper Canister’ Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Irish Architectural Archive

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Irish Architectural Archive, a museum with a story of its own, 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waterways Visitor Centre?

Waterways Visitor Centre is located in a welcoming area of Dublin known for its bar scene and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 376 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Waterways Visitor Centre?

Adjacent to Waterways Visitor Centre, Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include The Dean Dublin Docklands- Formerly The Mayson and The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre.

How many hotels will I find close to Waterways Visitor Centre?

Expedia has 376 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Waterways Visitor Centre.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waterways Visitor Centre, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Waterways Visitor Centre.

What can I see and do near Waterways Visitor Centre?

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 some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, 3Arena and Gaiety Theatre.

How can I get to Waterways Visitor Centre?

With so many ways to get around, exploring the area around Waterways Visitor Centre is simple. Nearby metro stations include Jervis Station, Dominick Tram Stop and O'Connell - GPO Tram Stop. If you want to journey outside of the area, jump aboard a train from Dublin Tara Street Station, Connolly Station or Dublin Pearse Station.

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Our top choices for Waterways Visitor Centre hotels

1. The Merrion

2. Mespil Hotel

3. Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin

4. The Wilder

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre

6. Zanzibar Locke

7. Drury Court Hotel

8. The Grafton Hotel

9. InterContinental Dublin by IHG

10. Maldron Hotel Croke Park

11. Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

12. The Leinster

13. Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World

14. citizenM Dublin St. Patrick's

15. Brooks Hotel

16. The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton

17. Wren Urban Nest

18. The Davenport

19. NYX Dublin Christchurch

20. Number 31

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Top Waterways Visitor Centre Hotel Reviews

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

Zanzibar Locke

Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection

The Spencer Hotel

Travelodge PLUS Dublin City Centre

The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre

Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City

Other attractions near Waterways Visitor Centre

Grand Canal Square

Grand Canal

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

Samuel Beckett Bridge

Anantara The Marker Dublin

Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium

St Stephen’s ‘Pepper Canister’ Church

Irish Architectural Archive

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