THE ALEX | Airport hotel in Dublin | From 311$/Night

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41-47 Fenian Street, Dublin, Ireland

The Alex, a 4-star boutique hotel near Dublin Airport (9.5 miles away), is located in the heart of Dublin City Centre, steps from Merrion Square. Pearse Street Train Station is a 3-minute walk, while Dawson Street Luas Stop is 5 minutes away. The Airlink Bus Route 757 connects to the airport from a stop beside the Davenport Hotel, a 1-minute walk from The Alex.

Luxury Rooms & Suites

The Alex offers 103 spacious rooms with Posturepedic Opulence mattresses, 49-inch smart TVs with Chromecast, and rainforest walk-in showers. Executive Rooms and Suites include access to the Executive Lounge, Nespresso machines, and bathrobes. The Alex Suite spans 516.5 ft^2 with a separate living area and deep bathtub.

Diverse Dining Experiences

Dining options at The Alex include The Carriage Restaurant with locally sourced ingredients and The Secret Garden, an outdoor terrace with a retractable roof. Steam Café serves barista coffee and healthy snacks. Room service is available from 12pm to 9:15pm.

City Exploration & Fitness

Guests can explore nearby Grafton Street, Trinity College, and Temple Bar, all within walking distance. Core Fitness, a 24/7 gym with over 30 pieces of equipment, is a 2-minute walk from The Alex. Merrion Square offers a cultural oasis with access to the National Gallery and Museum.

Business & Event Facilities

The Alex features three meeting spaces: The Orient, The Odyssey, and The Rovos, equipped with high-speed WiFi. The Work Hub in the lobby offers natural light and charging stations. The hotel provides Dublin's fastest hotel WiFi across all areas.

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Air conditioning

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Junior Suite

Max:

2 persons

435 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre

Dublin2700 ft

Airports

Dublin (DUB) 8.8 mi

Train

Pearse Station700 ft

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Wi-Fi

Parking

EUR 18 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Ironing facilities

Location info

41-47 Fenian Street, Dublin, Ireland

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41-47 Fenian Street, Dublin, Ireland

City landmarks

Museum

National Museum of Ireland

2300 ft

Amusement Park

St Stephens Green

3900 ft

Castle

Dublin Castle

1.0 mi

Museum

Guinness Storehouse

1.6 mi

Museum

Irish Whiskey Museum

3400 ft

Museum

The Little Museum of Dublin

3500 ft

Landmark

The Book of Kells and the Old Library Exhibition

2800 ft

Church

Christ Church Cathedral

1.1 mi

Museum

National Gallery of Ireland

2100 ft

Museum

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

2800 ft

Landmark

National Leprechaun Museum

1.1 mi

Monument

The Spire

4800 ft

Church

St Patrick's Cathedral

1.4 mi

Landmark

Merrion Square South

2100 ft

Monument

Molly Malone Statue

3300 ft

Mall

Grafton Street

3400 ft

Bridge

Ha'penny Bridge

4800 ft

Museum

Dublinia

1.1 mi

Market

George's Street Arcade

4300 ft

Library

Book of Kells

2800 ft

Stadium

Aviva Stadium

1.2 mi

Museum

Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship

3000 ft

Landmark

The Famine Sculptures

3100 ft

Gallery

Jam Art Factory

3300 ft

Convention Centre

Dublin Convention Center

4100 ft

Landmark

GPO Witness History Visitor Centre

4700 ft

Library

National Library of Ireland

2300 ft

Garden

Iveagh Gardens

1.0 mi

Public Building

The Mansion House

4100 ft

Nearby

University

Trinity College Dublin

1400 ft

Restaurants

The Ginger Man

700 ft

40 Fenian Street

Il Caffe di Napoli

1200 ft

41 Westland Row Dublin2

Kennedy's Bar & Restaurant

1000 ft

30-32 Westland Row

l'Enoteca di Napoli

1100 ft

11-14 Fenian Street Dublin 2

President's Bar

1000 ft

Merrion Street Lower O'Callaghan Davenport Hotel

The Lombard Townhouse Restaurant

1200 ft

44 Pearse Street

Camile Thai Pearse St

1200 ft

43 Pearse Street

Honey Truffle

1100 ft

45 Pearse St

Musashi

1000 ft

48 Hogan Place

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

James

United States, May 2024

8.2/10

My stay at this hotel was just fantastic! The rooms were of excellent standard, beautiful, and super clean, making my experience very comfortable. The hotel offers free WiFi, multiple outlet types, and even bedside USB outlets, which were so convenient for me. The service was top-notch, with the staff being extremely pleasant and helpful, providing great recommendations for places to visit and eat. The location was ideal, in a quiet neighborhood close to Trinity, perfect for both work calls and leisure. The dining experience was tasty and convenient, although a bit on the colder side at times. Overall, a wonderful place to stay with great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were beautiful, really clean, and very comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly and helpful, providing great advice.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is in a great, quiet neighborhood close to Trinity, making it very convenient for central Dublin attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was tasty and convenient, although a bit chilly at times.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were great, with everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

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cold

Lois

United States, September 2023

8.6/10

I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The rooms were lovely, stylish, and had all the comforts one could ask for. The staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and were very helpful, especially when I arrived with a swollen ankle. The location was great, close to many attractions in Dublin. The dining experience was delightful overall. The facilities were top-notch, making my stay even more enjoyable.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were bright, comfy, spotless, and the bed felt like a little piece of heaven.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly, efficient, and really made me feel welcomed.

Location

8.0

The location was bouncy and conveniently close to Merrion Square, Trinity College, museums, galleries, and the vibrant Dublin nightlife.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good overall, with delicious options that I enjoyed.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

clean

dining

Philip

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offers very comfortable rooms that match the descriptions and photos, with spacious and cozy beds. However, there was some noise disturbance from activities in neighboring rooms. The service was exemplary, with staff being really nice and helpful, although some found the service more efficient than welcoming. The location, although not centrally located, is close enough to major attractions, making it convenient for sightseeing. The dining experience was more than adequate, offering plentiful options, including delicious local dishes. The facilities were well-maintained and provided a satisfactory experience overall.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very comfortable, exactly as described in the pictures, and had spacious beds. Although they were cozy, there was some noise from neighboring rooms during meetings and calls.

Service

9.0

The service was really nice and the staff went out of their way to be helpful.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, being a short walk from key attractions like Grafton Street, Trinity College, and Temple Bar. It was also conveniently close to transport links and local amenities.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were more than adequate, offering plentiful choices, including delicious local dishes. Guests were particularly impressed by the fresh Irish salmon and the best omelette upon request.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's facilities were well-maintained and provided a comfortable stay for guests.

Henry

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.4/10

The hotel had beautiful rooms with a lovely bathroom, a large rain shower, and a really big comfy bed. The staff was very friendly, making our stay pleasant. However, the service was a bit unfriendly compared to other hotels. The location was convenient, tucked away in a quiet area but close to all the attractions. The dining experience needed more health-focused options. Overall, a great value for money stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were beautiful and spacious with great amenities.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly overall, but a bit lacking compared to other places I've stayed.

Location

9.0

The location was accessible yet quiet, close to all the attractions and ideal for a good night's sleep.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good, but more health-focused options would have been appreciated.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel had great facilities and amenities, making the stay comfortable.

Peter

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.8/10

The hotel had spacious rooms that were great, except for the breakfast in-room experience due to noise from an adjoining party. The location was convenient, close enough to the action yet quiet, and the service was friendly and proactive, ensuring a superb stay. The dining options were good but not included in the rate.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very large and quiet, despite the noise from the adjoining party during breakfast.

Service

9.0

The service was friendly and went the extra mile to promptly address any issues.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was practical for sightseeing, close to key attractions and public transportation, although there was noise from drilling nearby on Sunday mornings.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were good and offered a variety of choices, although not included in the rate.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were sufficient, offering dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, and a welcome drink.

Lloyd

United States, April 2023

8.2/10

Staying at the hotel was a fantastic experience overall. The rooms were spacious and included special access to a room stocked with free alcohol and snacks between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. The location was pretty good, with easy access to various attractions. The service was top-notch, with friendly and helpful staff. However, the dining options could be improved, as there were limited healthy choices for breakfast. The facilities offered great amenities for a comfortable stay.

Rooms

9.0

The junior suite was very large and included special access to a room stocked with free alcohol and snacks. The bed was extremely comfortable and the room design was gorgeous.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional; the staff were friendly, well-trained, and very helpful. Special recognition to Jessica and Andre for their outstanding assistance.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was perfect for sightseeing, shopping, and accessing key areas like Trinity College. Although there were some delays due to a busy period, the staff eventually handled the situation well.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was decent overall, with nice options for food. However, improvements could be made to offer more fresh and healthy choices, especially for breakfast.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provided excellent amenities that enhanced the overall stay.