The Best Hotels Closest to The Book of Kells in Dublin for 2026

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A multi-story hotel facade with a central entrance, large windows, and uniform architectural design.

A gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of greenery.

A modern bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a large screen.

A hotel room with a large window, two beds, a sofa, and artwork on the wall.

1. Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre

City Centre Dublin, 1 km from The Book of Kells

Christine

￥24,329

￥27,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious living room with multiple armchairs, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

A rustic bar with wooden furniture and a brick ceiling.

A grand hall with a high ceiling, ornate columns, and a balcony with a wrought iron railing.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a view of a building with balconies, and a small water feature.

2. The Merrion

City Centre Dublin, 0.7 km from The Book of Kells

John

￥97,219

￥110,344 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging wicker lamps, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a plush pink sofa, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a balcony with outdoor seating and plants.

A bar area with a chandelier, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

3. The Green

City Centre Dublin, 0.8 km from The Book of Kells

Sandra

￥46,051

￥52,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern interior with a geometric patterned floor, glass railings, and a brick wall.

A bar area with a fireplace, wooden bar stools, and a patterned floor.

A grand staircase with a marble floor, a handrail, and a wall with a self-check-in station.

A bar area with a fireplace, wooden bar stools, and a patterned rug.

4. The Mercantile Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 0.5 km from The Book of Kells

Kathleen

￥24,804

￥28,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bar area with a long counter, seating, and shelves of bottles.

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a sofa, and tables.

A hotel room with a large bed, a dining area, a sofa, and a stone wall.

A reception desk with a grey countertop and gold accents, surrounded by shelves with various potted plants and a wall covered in greenery.

5. Zanzibar Locke

City Centre Dublin, 0.6 km from The Book of Kells

Trevor

￥23,505

￥26,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a hanging plant, and a refrigerated display case.

A buffet setup with various food and drink dispensers, a large glass container, and a decorative plant.

The exterior of the Drury Court Hotel with a stone facade, hanging plants, and a sign indicating a restaurant nearby.

6. Drury Court Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 0.6 km from The Book of Kells

Harveen

￥25,760

￥29,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A bar with a bartender, wooden bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and booths, each set with wine glasses and cutlery.

A modern hotel with a prominent sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a bar.

7. The Grafton Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 0.6 km from The Book of Kells

Joseph

￥47,948

￥54,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A serene garden with a pond, surrounded by rocks and greenery, adjacent to a modern building with large windows.

A modern bar area with a bartender, round tables, and a seating area with cushioned booths.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, wooden paneling, and a seating area with red chairs and a sofa.

8. The Chancery Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 0.8 km from The Book of Kells

Sonya

￥35,117

￥39,858 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern interior with a large 'A' on the wall, a red booth, and a variety of seating arrangements.

A bar area with a large red spherical decoration, wooden stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A room with a wooden table, chairs, a red armchair, and shelves with various items.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a mirror, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

9. Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

City Centre Dublin, 1 km from The Book of Kells

Jason

￥24,944

￥28,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bar area with a checkered floor, wooden tables, and black stools.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

A modern interior with a green sofa, a wooden table, and a red display of books.

A modern kitchen with checkered flooring, wooden cabinets, and a central island with various food items and containers.

10. citizenM Dublin St. Patrick's

City Centre Dublin, 1 km from The Book of Kells

Joanne

￥22,866

￥25,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A bar area with a brick wall, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and a variety of bar stools.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a black cat sculpture, and a colorful mural.

11. NYX Dublin Christchurch

City Centre Dublin, 0.8 km from The Book of Kells

Steven

￥28,062

￥31,850 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A building entrance with a glass door, two potted plants, and a string of lights above.

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a view of the outside.

A modern lobby with a large abstract painting, a reception desk, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, two sinks, a shower, and a bench.

12. The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton

City Centre Dublin, 0.7 km from The Book of Kells

Jennifer

￥40,095

￥45,508 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An indoor seating area with cushioned benches, tables, and hanging pendant lights.

A bar area with wooden furniture, a bartender, and a well-stocked bar counter.

A modern art installation with illuminated structures resembling trees in a gallery setting.

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of the street through large windows.

13. The Mont

City Centre Dublin, 0.5 km from The Book of Kells

Scott

￥34,538

￥39,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

The entrance of Conrad Dublin hotel with a modern design, featuring large pillars, a geometric ceiling, and a welcoming staircase.

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

A grand piano in a spacious room with a large window, a table with a vase of flowers, and a lamp.

14. Conrad Dublin

City Centre Dublin, 1 km from The Book of Kells

Galina

￥58,192

￥66,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a well-lit entrance, and a visible reception area.

A modern interior with seating areas, a motorcycle, and a wall with illuminated letters.

A modern interior with a red sofa, leather armchair, and ottomans, along with pendant lighting and a glass wall offering a view of the outside.

A modern interior with a central tree-like structure, seating areas, and a bar.

15. Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

City Centre Dublin, 0.7 km from The Book of Kells

Michelle

￥21,889

￥24,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bar area with a long counter, cushioned bar stools, and a copper bowl with champagne bottles.

A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign reading "Hotel Brooks".

Two black planters with 'Brooks Hotel' branding and a doormat with the same name.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

16. Brooks Hotel

City Centre Dublin, 0.5 km from The Book of Kells

michael

￥43,173

￥49,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A cozy lounge area with a brick wall, leather sofas, and a small table with a book titled 'Ulysses James Joyce'.

A modern interior with dark-toned armchairs, a tufted chair, and a cityscape mural.

A bakery display with various baked goods and jars of ingredients.

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with wall art, a desk with a chair, and a view of a building through a window with blue curtains.

17. Motel One Dublin

City Centre Dublin, 0.6 km from The Book of Kells

Michelle

￥25,584

￥29,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bar area with a black countertop, wooden accents, and a tiled backsplash.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a tiled floor.

A modern lounge area with comfortable seating, a coffee table, and a sofa with colorful cushions.

A modern reception area with a bar, seating, and a large window offering a view of the city.

18. Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG

City Centre Dublin, 0.9 km from The Book of Kells

William George

￥25,104

￥28,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table, surrounded by chairs, and a central hanging light fixture.

A building with a prominent 'WREN' sign, large arched windows, and a modern interior design.

A reception desk with the word "WREN" in large letters, a black bird sculpture, and a background of tall grasses and plants.

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

19. Wren Urban Nest

City Centre Dublin, 0.4 km from The Book of Kells

Federico

￥25,283

￥28,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern building with a large arched glass entrance, a brick facade, and a paved walkway leading to the entrance.

A gym with various exercise equipment, a bench, and a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a black shelving unit filled with decorative items, a white sofa, yellow armchairs, and a view of the city through large windows.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and containers, a coffee station, and shelves stocked with kitchenware and supplies.

20. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Mark Street

City Centre Dublin, 0.4 km from The Book of Kells

Lara

￥21,011

￥23,847 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to The Book of Kells

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre	9.8 Exceptional 132 reviews	View
The Merrion	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Green	9.8 Exceptional 1,227 reviews	View
The Mercantile Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 977 reviews	View
Zanzibar Locke	9.6 Exceptional 2,553 reviews	View

Top The Book of Kells Hotel Reviews

Clink i Lár

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean. Very utilitarian. I found the common areas basic but clean, and the staff was always available for help. Beds were comfortable and guests (in a 12 bed room) were quiet and respectful."

The Mercantile Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, very clean, and friendly staff."

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Mark Street

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed the staff. They were friendly and made us feel welcomed and comfortable. We all liked our rooms - after some clarification of how the lights worked! The breakfast was good and the coffee was great! All in all very glad. We stayed there. Easy to walk to some places."

Point A Dublin Parnell Street

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location, staff very helpful. Breakfast was plentiful with great variety. Rooms were clean but need to understand the electronic control board, we didn’t know that you have to press a button for the room to be serviced. A bit noisy because of the tram . Rooms are typically small with no closet or drawers."

The Trinity City Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful stay at trinity hotel, spacious room, spotlessly clean and the beds were extremely comfortable. We stayed on a very busy weekend but service was great, both in restaurant and front desk, would highly recommend to anyone considering a stay in Dublin."

The Fleet

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful old, well kept hotel. Lovely staff, nice room, great breakfast. Right in center of town near attractions. I have traveled many year to Ireland on business but wanted to treat myself and my husband to a special stay in Dublin as this was his first trip to Ireland, The Fleet Hotel did not disappoint. Thank you."

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great night away . The girls at reception were excellent. So helpful. I would go back again . Great hotel !"

Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge

10/10 Excellent

"It was one of the quietest hotels that I've stayed in."

Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and service! Very clean rooms!!"

Other attractions near The Book of Kells

Trinity College

9.0/10 (10,457 reviews)

Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.

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Long Room

Find out about the history of Dublin when you take a trip to Long Room. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Rubrics Building

Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at Rubrics Building. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Douglas Hyde Gallery of Modern Art

You can browse the exhibits at Douglas Hyde Gallery of Modern Art, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Dublin. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Graduates' Memorial Building

You can find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at Graduates' Memorial Building. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Chapel

You can find out about the history of Dublin with a trip to Chapel. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Irish Whiskey Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Irish Whiskey Museum during your travels in Dublin. Check out the shops and lively bars in this vibrant area.

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Lost Lane

Lost Lane is just one of the places to see in Dublin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Book of Kells?

The Book of Kells is located in a welcoming area of Dublin known for its bar scene and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 769 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near The Book of Kells?

Adjacent to The Book of Kells, Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 3 bars. Other good options within a short distance include Marlin Hotel Stephens Green and Clink i Lár.

How many hotels will I find close to The Book of Kells?

Expedia has 769 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Book of Kells.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Book of Kells, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near The Book of Kells.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Book of Kells?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near The Book of Kells, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near The Book of Kells?

You'll want to browse the collections at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Irish Museum of Modern Art, and Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum. Sights like Bank of Ireland, O'Connell Bridge, and Ha' Penny Bridge are landmarks to visit in the area. You can check out the local talent at Gaiety Theatre, Olympia Theatre, and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.

How can I get to The Book of Kells?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around The Book of Kells is a breeze. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Jervis Station, Dominick Tram Stop, and O'Connell - GPO Tram Stop. If you'd like to explore more of the area, jump aboard a train from Dublin Tara Street Station, Connolly Station, or Dublin Pearse Station.

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Our top choices for The Book of Kells hotels

1. Home2 Suites By Hilton Dublin City Centre

2. The Merrion

3. The Green

4. The Mercantile Hotel

5. Zanzibar Locke

6. Drury Court Hotel

7. The Grafton Hotel

8. The Chancery Hotel

9. Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

10. citizenM Dublin St. Patrick's

11. NYX Dublin Christchurch

12. The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton

13. The Mont

14. Conrad Dublin

15. Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

16. Brooks Hotel

17. Motel One Dublin

18. Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre by IHG

19. Wren Urban Nest

20. Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Mark Street

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Top The Book of Kells Hotel Reviews

Clink i Lár

The Mercantile Hotel

Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Mark Street

Point A Dublin Parnell Street

The Trinity City Hotel

The Fleet

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre

Other attractions near The Book of Kells

Trinity College

Long Room

Rubrics Building

Douglas Hyde Gallery of Modern Art

Graduates' Memorial Building

Chapel

Irish Whiskey Museum

Lost Lane

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