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Academy Plaza Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from O'Connell Street

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Located in central Dublin, Academy Plaza Hotel offers modern comfort and authentic Irish hospitality. Start your day at one of two on-site restaurants before exploring. The hotel provides in-room WiFi, and past guests praise the attentive staff and prime location.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Room options

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Small Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Small Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(103 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Quadruple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
10-14 Findlater Place, off Upper O'Connell St, Dublin, Dublin, 1

What's nearby

  • O'Connell Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rotunda Hospital - 2 min walk - 0.1 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) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gate Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Toddy's Bar & Brasserie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fibber Magees - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Writers Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fortune Terrace - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Academy Plaza Hotel

Hotel near O'Connell Street
Located close to Gate Theatre and Rotunda Hospital, Academy Plaza Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, dinner, and local cuisine at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine, and multilingual staff
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and meeting rooms
  • A porter/bellhop, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 304 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 22 per day); discounts available
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Oscars Restaurant
  • Plaza Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

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

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1999
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 22 per day (427 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00 (subject to availability)

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 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

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

Academy Plaza Hotel Hotel
Academy Plaza Hotel Dublin
Academy Plaza Hotel Hotel Dublin
Academy Plaza Hotel Dublin
Academy Plaza Dublin
Academy Plaza

Frequently asked questions

Is Academy Plaza Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Academy Plaza Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Academy Plaza Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 20.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Academy Plaza Hotel located?

Located in City Centre Dublin, this hotel is steps from O'Connell Street, Gate Theatre, and Rotunda Hospital. General Post Office and Dublin Writers Museum are also within 10 minutes. O'Connell Upper Station is only a 2-minute walk and Parnell Tram Stop is 3 minutes.

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Reviews

Academy Plaza Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 539 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean, and the heating system worked well!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Very clean , and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is so helpful and it’s right in the center of everything and close to airport. This is the2nd time staying here when visiting Dublin and I highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional yet affordable hotel, easily walkable to the centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location , just round corner from bus to airport & dublin city tours etc
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heer

We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for a few nights, and it was just as described. Located in a convenient area, and the room was pretty good.Good deal for what is provided as well
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central locations. Walk to a lot of restaurants and attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to get to and I like that it had a cafe on the property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It sat close to the main street and was within easy walking distance to multiple venues and sites.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rana

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and accommodating with our arrival and allowing us to rest after a long flight.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is my go-to place when I first arrive in Dublin on my visits. Transportation to and from the airport is SO easy (Aircoach), breakfast is excellent, and I can walk anywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I always stay here when I come to Dublin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean and large room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faisal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very central and well maintained throughout.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Modern hotel in the heart of Dublin. The only thing I would mark down on was the temperature of some of the breakfast items(bacon, eggs). But selection was great. We will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and welcoming upon arrival. Beautiful hotel, staff very friendly. Room was excellent. Location was perfect for what we wanted to do.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location within walking distance. Good restaurant and bar. Hard to control room temperature.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very walkable, restaurants good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the area. So accessible and convenient to walk everywhere we wanted to go. Our room was extremely small, moreso than expected but aside from that we loved this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in the City Centre, close to all the action within a 15-20 minute walk. Absolutely perfect stay in Dublin!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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