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The Merrion Hotel is a luxury five-star hotel in Dublin's city centre, housed in restored Georgian townhouses and a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Opposite Government Buildings on Merrion Street Upper, the 142-bedroom hotel combines historic architecture with contemporary comfort and amenities. The hotel is known for fine dining at Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud and comprehensive spa facilities.
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The Merrion is located on Merrion Street Upper in Dublin's city centre, opposite Government Buildings. The hotel occupies a restored block of four Georgian townhouses built in the 1760s. Trinity College, home to the Book of Kells, and The Guinness Storehouse are nearby cultural attractions. Grafton Street, Dublin's principal shopping street, is a few minutes' walk away, as are numerous galleries, museums, theatres, and restaurants throughout the district. The hotel provides bicycles for guests to explore Dublin's walkable city centre.
The hotel offers 142 bedrooms and suites across two distinct areas. The Garden Wing features contemporary rooms and suites, while the Main House provides accommodation within the historic Georgian townhouses.
The Merrion houses several dining venues. Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud operates as a two-star Michelin restaurant at the hotel. The Garden Room, led by Executive Head Chef Ed Cooney, serves modern Irish cuisine prepared with local and seasonal ingredients. The Cellar Bar offers casual, pub-style dining including the hotel's signature fish and chips. No. 23 Cocktail Bar provides an intimate setting for drinks and cocktails.
The Merrion Spa and Health Club is open daily, offering an 18-metre pool, spa and beauty treatments, a gym, sauna, and steam room. The spa collaborates with international brands including Biologique Recherche for hair and beauty services. Weekday hours are 06:30–21:00, with weekend hours from 08:00–21:00. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi throughout.
The central Dublin location near Government Buildings places the hotel within convenient reach for business travellers. The Georgian setting and proximity to Trinity College, galleries, and museums suit visitors interested in history and culture. The concierge team assists leisure guests in planning itineraries and activities throughout Dublin.
Dublin Airport is 8.3 miles from the hotel, approximately 21 minutes by car under normal traffic conditions (journey times can extend to 45 minutes depending on traffic). The hotel's concierge team can arrange airport transfers.
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The Merrion is located on Merrion Street Upper in Dublin's city centre, opposite Government Buildings, within walking distance of Trinity College, Grafton Street, galleries, museums, and theatres.
Yes, the Merrion Hotel is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World.
The hotel contains 142 bedrooms and suites, divided between the contemporary Garden Wing and the historic Main House.
The hotel offers Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud (a two-star Michelin restaurant), The Garden Room (modern Irish cuisine), The Cellar Bar (casual pub-style dining), and No. 23 Cocktail Bar.
Yes, The Merrion Spa and Health Club features an 18-metre pool, spa and beauty treatments, a gym, sauna, and steam room. It is open daily from 06:30–21:00 weekdays and 08:00–21:00 weekends.
Dublin Airport is 8.3 miles from the hotel, approximately 21 minutes by car under normal traffic conditions (journey times can extend to 45 minutes depending on traffic).
Trinity College (home to the Book of Kells), The Guinness Storehouse, Grafton Street shopping district, and numerous galleries, museums, theatres, and restaurants are all within walking distance.
Merrion Hotel is affiliated with The Leading Hotels of the World; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Merrion Hotel is in Dublin, Ireland. Address: Merrion Street Upper, Dublin, County Dublin, D02 KF79, Ireland.
| Location | Dublin, Ireland |
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| Address | Merrion Street Upper, Dublin, County Dublin, D02 KF79, Ireland |
| Brand / alliance | The Leading Hotels of the World |
| Official website | merrionhotel.com |
| General manager | Peter MacCann · General Manager · source: merrionhotel.com, checked 2026-09-30 |
| Area guide | Mansion House B Ward 1986 luxury hotels |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
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