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Academy Plaza Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near O'Connell Street

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A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee bar, and a seating area.
Quadruple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Academy Plaza Hotel."
Meeting facility
Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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10-14 Findlater Place, off Upper O'Connell St, Dublin, Dublin, 1
  • Place, O'Connell Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Spire
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Trinity College
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a dining table with a fruit platter, a minibar, and a bottle of champagne.

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Small Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(117 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Quadruple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a small table, two chairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table with fruit, and a laptop.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Dublin

City center stay.With a stay at this City Centre Dublin hotel, you'll be steps from Gate Theatre and Rotunda Hospital. O'Connell Street and General Post Office are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • O'Connell Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Parnell Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Spire - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Trinity College - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grafton Street - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • O'Connell Upper Station - 2 min walk
  • Dublin Tara Street Station - 11 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪MeMa's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Writers Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kingfisher Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Charming Noodles - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Parnell Heritage Pub & Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Academy Plaza Hotel

3-star hotel near O'Connell Street
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Academy Plaza Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Dublin hotel.

  • 304 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1999
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Academy Plaza Hotel offers 304 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 48 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 15 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 48 per day (427 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00 (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

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Academy Plaza Hotel to the airport?

Academy Plaza Hotel is 8.6 mi (28-min drive) away from the Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Academy Plaza Hotel?

As of Jul 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Academy Plaza Hotel on Aug 2, 2026 start from $159, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Academy Plaza Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Academy Plaza Hotel.

How close is Academy Plaza Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 7.7 mi (38-min drive) from Portmarnock Beach and 14 mi (43-min drive) from Malahide Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Academy Plaza Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Academy Plaza Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 15 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Academy Plaza Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Academy Plaza Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Academy Plaza Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Academy Plaza Hotel have a pool?

Academy Plaza Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Academy Plaza Hotel have a restaurant?

Academy Plaza Hotel is home to Oscars Restaurant, which features local cuisine.

Does Academy Plaza Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Academy Plaza Hotel to downtown Dublin?

Academy Plaza Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Dublin.

Academy Plaza Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 540 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1007 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

CAROL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Location is perfect. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Air conditioning was struggling due to the heat but the hotel stayed on top of it and soon it was working just fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YVONNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but clean, comfortable rooms. Modern, clean bathrooms. Conveniently located near the GPO, spire, and many bus/tram routes. Only 20 min walk to Temple Bar and Trinity College areas. Breakfast is extra but good, and a good price for expensive Dublin.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel , bed very comfortable and shower very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kieu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and convenient location; clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff. Hotel is a little bit older, but it was very clean and the staff was great. Excellent breakfast buffet and very convent location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is fab, great location, very helpful staff. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Louann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good and friendly staff. The Breakfast is very good , variety of food. We had a great time, the room very comfortable and clean
Good space and comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Efficient check in and out and great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and the rooms was clean and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gloriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff, clean and comfortable room, nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were amazing very helpful and friendly, great location, rooms were very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s my second stay at the academy plaza, great location, lovely staff clean rooms what more can you ask for - great value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent position for all amenities in centre of Dublin. Near to good restaurants and bars. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

sherry

Great location for site seeing on foot. Decent accommodations
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a very convenient, safe, and walkable location. The room was nice, and the breakfast in the hotel was good and worth the money. There are also loads of shops and restaurants nearby. I appreciated that they let us check in early when we arrived from the airport. It was a very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second stay at this hotel , which says it all
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a great location. Staff friendly and helpful.Rooms nice and modern. Unfortunately stayed during the fuel protests so transport was difficult, but trams and buses only 2 min walk away when running.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, floors and lobby. Breakfast was great, Bar and Coffee Bar excellent. Very gentle staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at Academy Plaza Hotel! The location on O’Connell Street is perfect for exploring Dublin on foot. My room was clean, comfortable, and great value. The staff were friendly and helpful, making everything easy. I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay very convenient will use again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great! Very spacious 4 people rooms, great location about 15min walk to centre
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Quincy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was on a small side street off of the main road, but unfortunately we were not able to get dropped off at the front. A small walk with our luggage and we made it there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heer

We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025