What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Dublin?

A motel is a good option if you're gearing up to road-trip around Dublin. These escapes are typically located close to major roads and airports, feature on-site parking and come with basic services and amenities. Stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger range of rooms and welcome amenities such as a gym, lobby and free WiFi, you can expect to pay extra for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Dublin?

Wake up at Wynns Hotel and begin your day with a free breakfast. Situated in Dublin, this 3-star hotel has a Champagne service and a nearby boardwalk. Or save time searching for a place to eat every morning at Holiday Inn Express Dublin City Centre, an IHG Hotel , another top pick with visitors here.

Do any 3-star hotels in Dublin have a pool?

Take a swim in between tours and activities at Sheldon Park Hotel and Leisure Club or Ballsbridge Hotel . They're favourite 3-star getaways that have a pool in Dublin. The summer months of June, July and August are a fabulous time to book a hotel with a pool here. If you visit in the warmest month of July, you'll experience average temperatures of 12ºC at night to 17ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Dublin have an on-site restaurant?

Reserve a room in one of our Dublin getaways with an on-site restaurant and there'll be no need to venture far beyond your room when your tummy rumbles. Blooms Hotel and Wren Urban Nest are two 3-star properties with this tasty perk on the menu. The first also has amenities such as a nightclub and buffet breakfasts, while the second includes a cafe and free WiFi.

Do any 3-star hotels in Dublin have WiFi?

Whether you'd like to keep in touch with your loved ones, stream content or access travel information, browsing the internet is a cinch at one of our 3-star hotels. You'll be able to use the WiFi at a variety of properties such as Wren Urban Nest and Blooms Hotel .

What 3-star hotels in Dublin have parking?

If you're planning to explore Dublin by car, Blooms Hotel provides a space to leave your wheels. Central is another popular 3-star escape with parking. Want to embark on some sightseeing opportunities outside the city? Get behind the wheel and hit the road. Gowran Park Racecourse and The Heritage Golf Club are two favourite day trip options from the centre of Dublin.

Do any 3-star hotels in Dublin have rooms with a kitchenette?

Knock up quick and convenient meals before and after sightseeing at Sonder Mountjoy Square . Located in Dublin, it's among our leading 3-star getaways that offer rooms with kitchenettes.

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Blooms Hotel, around 0.16 kilometres northwest of downtown Dublin, is an Expedia customer favourite. A nightclub and buffet breakfasts are among its conveniences. Wren Urban Nest is another 3-star hotel that rates highly with travellers. It comes with a cafe and a restaurant, and is approximately 0.16 kilometres southwest of the centre.

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