The Hendrick Smithfield

23 Best Hotels in Dublin, Ireland | Condé Nast Traveler

"A fragment of graffiti-covered wall in the reception—signed by U2 and salvaged from the original Windmill Lane Recording Studios, once a pilgrimage site for fans—sets a distinctly urban tone from the moment you walk in. That street-art sensibility runs through the rest of the public areas and into the guest rooms via a 270-piece collection of graffiti and urban art from Irish and international names like Kaws. Located in the Smithfield area, the hotel has a youthful, energetic feel; rooms are compact but comfortable, with straightforward, utilitarian layouts and options ranging from doubles to bunks for up to three people. Guests are encouraged to linger over coffee or cocktails in the buzzy ground-floor bar before heading out to explore the surrounding neighborhood’s thriving scene." - Ciara McQuillan, Matt Charlton