The Best Hotels Closest to Grand Canal in Dublin - 2026 Updated Prices

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

A rustic bar with wooden furniture and a brick ceiling.

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

A courtyard with a pool, potted plants, and a building with large windows.

1. The Merrion

City Centre Dublin, 1.3 km from Grand Canal

anwer

Rp9.096.654

Rp10.324.804 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A historic building with a prominent tower and traditional architecture, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a statue.

A luxurious room with a stone wall, a grand chandelier, and a staircase in the background.

A room with a stone wall, a large chandelier, and a tapestry.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, ornate chandeliers, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

2. Clontarf Castle Hotel

3.1 km from Grand Canal

Michael

Rp2.631.873

Rp2.987.176 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 bar setting with a bartender preparing a drink.

3. Mespil Hotel

Ballsbridge, 1.2 km from Grand Canal

Christopher

Rp3.161.781

Rp3.588.622 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a red leather sofa, wooden ceiling, and blue seating area.

4. Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin

The Liberties, 2.6 km from Grand Canal

Christina

Rp2.843.836

Rp3.227.754 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A modern kitchen with a breakfast bar, various food items, and a coffee machine.

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

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre

City Centre Dublin, 2.1 km from Grand Canal

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

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.

6. Zanzibar Locke

City Centre Dublin, 2.1 km from Grand Canal

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.

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

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

7. Drury Court Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 2 km from Grand Canal

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 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.

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

8. The Grafton Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 1.9 km from Grand Canal

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

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

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

9. InterContinental Dublin by IHG

1.8 km from Grand Canal

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 modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a landscaped garden area.

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, 2.5 km from Grand Canal

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 room with a wooden table, chairs, a red armchair, and shelves with various items.

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

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

11. Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

City Centre Dublin, 2.5 km from Grand Canal

Alexandra

Rp1.960.657

Rp2.225.345 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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 restaurant with booths and tables, large windows, and pendant lighting.

12. Grand Canal Hotel Dublin

Beggar's Bush, 0.4 km from Grand Canal

Ruth

Rp2.453.108

Rp2.784.278 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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.

13. The Leinster

Grand Canal Dock, 0.6 km from Grand Canal

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

A dining table with breakfast items and a city view.

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

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

Dublin Docklands, 0.5 km from Grand Canal

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

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

15. citizenM Dublin St. Patrick's

City Centre Dublin, 2.3 km from Grand Canal

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

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

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

16. Brooks Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 2 km from Grand Canal

michael

Rp3.345.148

Rp3.796.743 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.

17. The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton

City Centre Dublin, 2.2 km from Grand Canal

Randy

Rp2.972.780

Rp3.374.105 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A grand hallway with a marble staircase, a reception desk, and a framed painting on the wall.

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

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

18. The Davenport

City Centre Dublin, 1.1 km from Grand Canal

Michael

Rp3.656.361

Rp4.149.970 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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.

A cozy, modern living room with a curved sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a magazine on a side table.

19. Wren Urban Nest

City Centre Dublin, 1.9 km from Grand Canal

PAMELA

Rp2.368.686

Rp2.688.459 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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.

A bar area with a neon sign, multiple beer taps, and leather chairs.

20. NYX Dublin Christchurch

City Centre Dublin, 2.3 km from Grand Canal

Rebecka

Rp2.782.014

Rp3.157.586 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Grand Canal

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Merrion	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Clontarf Castle Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,126 reviews	View
Mespil Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre	9.6 Exceptional 175 reviews	View

Top Grand Canal Hotel Reviews

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

10/10 Excellent

"The smoking patio outside the restaurant was nice for cigars. The guest laundry was a little expensive but definitely worth it. Wednesday night wings special was nice and breakfast was a good value for the price."

Latroupe Jacobs Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This was my 3rd ever hostel experience and it was definitely my favourite dorm I’ve slept in. I managed to check in early thanks to the kind and friendly staff. The place was in a convenient location, safe, and easy to get to. I stayed in a 4-bed mixed dorm room and it was perfect. The bathroom was far away from the pods, the beds were clean and spacious with curtains, it had large lockers, and there were many events going on in the hostel for people to meet one another. I highly recommend this place to anyone travelling to Dublin!"

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."

The Morgan Hotel

8/10 Good

"Two of us stayed at the Morgan for several nights, mid-week. Hotel was great all around. Clean, updated and located in central Dublin, making it a great base for exploring the city. Breakfast was included with our rate and that was very convenient as well. Buffet or order from a limited menu. The only warning we would offer is to understand that it is right in the center of the Temple Bar district, which is very tourist driven and a pretty exuberant nightlife. Even on weeknights, the area was loud well into the early morning. The hotel itself was quiet, just no way to entirely mask the world outside. But if you're there to enjoy that experience in Temple Bar and the surrounding area, you aren't going to find a better place to start. Hotel staff was also very helpful in arranging airport taxi for us and offering advice and directions about the area. Overall, it was a very nice stay for us. We would j"

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was absolutely fabulous! Loved the vibe, the decor, how clean it was and how friendly the staff was! Location was great as well!"

Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location. Great bar and restaurant there with live music. Rooms were clean and quiet. Staff were all very helpful and polite."

The Gibson Hotel Dublin City

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was amazing."

Grand Canal Hotel Dublin

10/10 Excellent

"My wife left her tablet in the room. We called. Housekeeping found it and it was put in the manager’s safe. We were there with C.I.E. Tours. I mentioned it to our driver. He said no problem on the way back to Dublin at the end of the tour he would stop and get it for us. He did. We had an amazing trip to Ireland and will be back."

The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic stay, great hotel"

Other attractions near Grand Canal

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 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 modern stadium with a glass facade, a river in the foreground, and autumn trees.

Aviva Stadium

8.4/10 (1,256 reviews)

Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.

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A modern building with a mix of brick and stone architecture, featuring a prominent 'Arena' sign.

3Arena

8.4/10 (1,095 reviews)

Once you’ve attended a concert at Dublin’s superb O2, there’s no going back to theatre-style venues where the seating is arranged in regular rows. The audience and artist friendly design of the O2 amphitheatre is often likened to that of Rome’s Coliseum, with blocks of seats emanating out like a great fan from the impressive stage.

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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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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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National Print Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Print Museum during your travels in 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 Grand Canal?

Grand Canal is located in a welcoming area of Dublin known for its bar scene and popular theatre scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 298 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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

Adjacent to Grand Canal, Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. Other good choices close by include The Dean Dublin Docklands- Formerly The Mayson and The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre.

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

Expedia has 298 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Grand Canal.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Grand Canal.

What can I see and do near Grand Canal?

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum and National Museum of Ireland - Natural History feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Custom House, O'Connell Bridge and Ha' Penny Bridge are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, 3Arena and Gaiety Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for Grand Canal hotels

1. The Merrion

2. Clontarf Castle Hotel

3. Mespil Hotel

4. Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin

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. Grand Canal Hotel Dublin

13. The Leinster

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

15. citizenM Dublin St. Patrick's

16. Brooks Hotel

17. The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton

18. The Davenport

19. Wren Urban Nest

20. NYX Dublin Christchurch

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Top Grand Canal Hotel Reviews

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

Latroupe Jacobs Inn

The Spencer Hotel

The Morgan Hotel

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection

The Gibson Hotel Dublin City

Grand Canal Hotel Dublin

The Samuel Hotel, Dublin City Centre

Other attractions near Grand Canal

Grand Canal Square

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

Samuel Beckett Bridge

Aviva Stadium

3Arena

Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium

Anantara The Marker Dublin

National Print Museum

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