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The Mercantile Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 4-minute walk to Trinity College

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The Mercantile Hotel captures Dublin's essence with comfy accommodations and genuine Irish hospitality. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, relax in the coffee shop, socialize at the bar, and stay connected with free in-room WiFi—consistently praised by visitors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Cozy Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cozy Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 13 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Triple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive King Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Accessible Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cozy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
28 Dame Street, Dublin, Dublin, 02

What's nearby

  • Trinity College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grafton Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • O'Connell Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dublin Castle - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. Stephen's Green - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Trinity Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Dublin Tara Street Station - 11 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Stags Head - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The George - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Millstone Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • Bóbó's
  • ‪The Trinity - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Mercantile Hotel

Hotel near Trinity College
Close to Dublin Castle and Grafton Street, The Mercantile Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-in
  • An elevator, tour/ticket assistance, and free newspapers
  • Smoke-free premises, a reception hall, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at The Mercantile Hotel feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and espresso makers.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 45-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and cable channels
  • Mini fridges, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 20 per night); discounts available
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Mercantile Bar and Grill

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 for adults and EUR 15.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per night (492 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Mercantile
Mercantile Dublin
Mercantile Hotel
Mercantile Hotel Dublin
The Mercantile Hotel Hotel
The Mercantile Hotel Dublin
The Mercantile Hotel Hotel Dublin

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mercantile Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Mercantile Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Mercantile Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Mercantile Hotel located?

Located in City Centre Dublin, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Dame Street, Trinity College, and Dublin Castle. Grafton Street and O'Connell Street are also within 10 minutes. Trinity Tram Stop is 5 minutes by foot and Jervis Station is 6 minutes.

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The Mercantile Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 221 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 267 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small but the location and breakfast were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, room, location and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was spotless and so close to all amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot wonderful rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for my short stay in Dublin! Restaurant was fabulous as well, would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful hotel and wonderful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are a little small but the hotel is beautiful and location is excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location, and nearby parking garage (for a fee).
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for exploring the best of Dublin! Fabulous food and great hotel
Temple Bar
Guinness Storehouse
Trinity College
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked for my parents as a gift, and they raved about this hotel. Loved the cleanliness, location, food and staff. They said they wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Dublin!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and friendly helpful staff. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are excellent an to out of their way to help. The location is close to all major attractions, it’s hard to imagine any better location. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ideney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very classy, great food and drinks, very good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deirdre Alyse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay but rooms are TINY
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice property. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and wonderful staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for getting around Dublin. Close to pubs, theater and music. Lots of good restaurant options and a spar store for extras you might want in your room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific boutique hotel in Dublin. We bookended our trip here. Conveniently located, staff friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor was unique and special our room was very tiny but had everything you would need. Their restaurant had great food and the staff was very helpful ! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly one of the best hotels I’ve stayed at! The hotel is stunning and the staff are so lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice rooms (if a bit small) with some cool design work of the building’s interior. Room was quiet which was impressive considering location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really pleased with out stay at the Mercantile. Room was clean and well equiped. The staff were all very welcoming and you felt you could ask them any questuons. Also an excellent breakfast, freshly cooked and a good selection of fruit and pastries.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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