The Alex Hotel Dublin
Hotel · Ballsbridge ·
Chic hotel with retro rooms, trendy restaurant & cocktail lounge
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41-47 Fenian St, Dublin, D02 H678, Ireland Get directions
Chic hotel with retro rooms, trendy restaurant & cocktail lounge
41-47 Fenian St, Dublin, D02 H678, Ireland Get directions
"Smartly situated near Trinity College and Grafton Street, this stylish city‑center stay channels 1950s industrial charm—look for the train‑arrival boards over the elevators—and a lobby‑level open‑plan work hub that’s a favorite with guests and locals. Executive rooms unlock a private lounge with snacks and drinks, while dining spans The Carriage Restaurant (locally sourced fare all day), The Secret Garden (a floral, all‑weather terrace with a retractable roof and heaters), and Steam Cafe pouring Cloud Picker Coffee for sit‑in or takeaway." - Liam Hess, Nicole Kliest
"Fresh off a renovation and rebranding, The Alex, which stands on a site formerly occupied by a train station, is officially one of Dublin's cool kids. Its airy lobby is home to a posh co-working space where guests and passersby type away on laptops among sleek Art Deco fixtures and forest-green marble tables. The hotel nods to its history through design details like a ticker sign above the elevators and leather luggage straps affixed to wardrobe drawers. The rooms at The Alex have an endearingly chic vibe. They're outfitted with super-soft beds covered with herringbone throws from Foxford Woolen Mills, an Irish heritage brand; 1950s-style radios; and (supremely useful, but often absent) bedside electrical outlets. Executive-level rooms also have Nespresso machines and offer access to the lounge, a funky little room with regularly replenished snacks and drinks." - Nicola Brady
"How did it strike you on arrival?Fresh off a renovation and rebranding, The Alex, which stands on a site formerly occupied by a train station, is officially one of Dublin's cool kids. Its airy lobby is home to a posh co-working space where guests and passersby type away on laptops among sleek Art Deco fixtures and forest-green marble tables. The hotel nods to its history through design details like a ticker sign above the elevators and leather luggage straps affixed to wardrobe drawers. The bar's scalloped pink couches are the perfect spot to post up with a glass of wine, and there’s a little coffee shop that serves Cloud Picker blends. Nice. What’s the crowd like?During the week, guests, many of whom come from the nearby tech companies (Facebook, Google), use the lobby for meetings or post-work engagements. Irish visitors make up much of the weekend crowd. Noted. Now, the good stuff: Tell us about your room.With deep-green velvet cushions, retro telephones, and blue wood panels, the rooms at The Alex have an endearingly chic vibe. They're outfitted with super-soft beds covered with herringbone throws from Foxford Woolen Mills, an Irish heritage brand; 1950s-style radios; and (supremely useful, but often absent) bedside electrical outlets. Executive-level rooms also have Nespresso machines and offer access to the lounge, a funky little room with regularly replenished snacks and drinks. How about the little things, like amenities or bright spots—anything make your heart leap?As befits a hotel with a lot of business guests, the Wi-Fi is super speedy in the rooms and common spaces. Anything stand out about other services and features? Whether it’s childcare, gyms, spas, even parking—whatever stuck with you.There’s a well-equipped gym across the street. Bottom line: what's the biggest takeaway from staying here?A lot of work has gone into this hotel, which is as practical as it is attractive." - Nicola Brady
"The 4-star design hotel is located in Dublin city centre, steps away from the National Gallery, Trinity College and 700m from the shops of Grafton Street. It boasts bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, 24-hour gym access, and a stylish restaurant with a private dining area. All the rooms are fully air-conditioned and feature especially designed furniture, smart TVs with Chromecast, free WiFi and international electrical outlets. Guests at The Alex can enjoy a buffet breakfast as well as the barista café Steam. The restaurant is specialised in international dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients while the cocktail bar offers a wide selection of both international and signature drinks. The Alex also has 24-hour room service, access to a gym with the state-of-the-art equipment and a ground floor open space work hub with free WiFi and both standard and USB charging points. The hotel is less than 300m away from the gardens in Merrion Square and Dublin Airport is 10km away." - My Boutique Hotel (en)
