Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG

3.5 star property

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A modern restaurant with a brick wall, wooden ceiling, and bar area.
A modern bar area with a black countertop, wooden accents, and a tiled backsplash.
A modern lounge area with comfortable seating, a coffee table, and a sofa with colorful cushions.
A modern reception area with a bar, seating, and a large window offering a view of the city.
Point of interest

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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28-32 O'Connell Street Upper, Dublin, D01 T2X2
  • Place, O'Connell Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Parnell Square
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Trinity College
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(245 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(72 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, City View (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG

A restaurant, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free full breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, conference space and concierge services.
Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG offers 198 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Dublin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from O'Connell Street. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and luggage storage
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Steps from O'Connell Street and 11 minutes on foot from Trinity College
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 823 square feet (76 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG also features a vending machine, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

This 3.5-star Dublin hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
The Express Bar and Cafe – This café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 32.20 per day); reservations required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Express Bar and Cafe

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 823 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 32.2 per day (164 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1068 out of 1574 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 401 out of 1574 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1574 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1574 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1574 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really good stay, staff very helpful and great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic hotel and location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sable

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, great breakfast.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room, good location, and great breakfast!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, tasty breakfast, staff were very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, staff very friendly and happy to help. Breakfast was great, hot and cold food available. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near all the main areas to see. The rooms were very clean, comfortable and well laid out. The staff was very friendly and the breakfast was really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BERNADETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, big spacious rooms, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staf very welcoming and friendly, hotel spotless clean, fantastic location, 1st class breakfast, I definitely will be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Quiet hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a great location and the staff was helpful. The breakfast was a good way to start the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here!! The staff was so helpful and polite, the room release great, and the breakfast was always hot and fresh with a great variety! We will be staying here again on our next trip to Dublin
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James Gerard Mc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Supberb room great breakfast excellent and attentive staff second time I have stayed here, very central and easy waling distance to all the favourite of Dublin
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very clean and modern hotel. Great breakfast. Very nice staff, helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very kind and friendly staff, easy check in and check out, marked my husband’s birthday with chocolates and complimentary drinks which was very much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark Andrew

Liked: Amenities
Property was in great location for travelling in Dublin. Hotel clean and very plentiful breakfast. Staff excellent… very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location (city center), free breakfast and a great staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and very safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, very centrally located for all sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless, staff very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JILL SERDONCILLO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, delish food and centrally located!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Convenient location. Great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good breakfast. Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ricky Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room, great location, within walking distance of everywhere we wanted to go. Good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026