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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
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is €88
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Room options

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Small Double Room

Small Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(100 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • O'Connell Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Trinity College - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Croke Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Grafton Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • St. Stephen's Green - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • O'Connell Upper Station - 2 min walk
  • Dublin Tara Street Station - 11 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fibber Magees - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Gate Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Writers Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fortune Terrace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Toddy's Bar & Brasserie - ‬1 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. Make sure that you enjoy breakfast, dinner and local cuisine at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a TV in reception and meeting rooms
  • A banquet hall, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, a lift and a porter/bellboy
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 304 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths 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 transport

  • 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 centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • 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
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

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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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
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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.

How much does it cost to stay at Academy Plaza Hotel?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Academy Plaza Hotel on 24 Nov 2025 start from €88.40, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 20.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Academy Plaza Hotel located?

Located in City Centre Dublin, this hotel is steps away 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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Academy Plaza Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 539 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1005 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Glenmore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a friendly hotel. I have stayed there many times because of its location to the main attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Zowie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No complaints but overall a standard hotel. Parking is a tad far for anyone needing assistance. The bus stop is right out front which is either a plus or minus depending on your preferences.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accessibility, friendly abd helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Biswadip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the very central location with everything like Trinity College and temple bar, etc inneasy walking distance. The hotel room was very quiet as well. Lena and comfortable air conditioning was very nice during the hot days experienced
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

The staff were very helpful and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Everything was good except the rooms are small, not a lot lighting in the rooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Libby

Liked: Amenities
The hotel, room and facilities were so lovely. Staff were exceptionally helpful and decorated the room for my boyfriend’s birthday after I requested it. I would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely hotel for our stay in Dublin. A very convenient location and the room was clean and comfortable. The cafe downstairs was a great addition and we recommend their croissants!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claus Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

Incredibly friendly staff, great coffee in the cafe
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great service

Staff was friendly. I arrived right as checkout was beginning but a room was available for me and I was checked in right away after a long international flight! Location is good for accessing tourist attractions and hotel was quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The kindest staff

I really enjoyed my staff here. They have the kindest staff, beautifull hotel near city center and a delightful breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

WEI-MIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location , in the Center of Dublin very near to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was located 1/2 block off of busy O'Connell (Upper) so was close to many restaurants, the Tourist Info office, and several tourist bus services. The main attractions along the River Liffey are within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Staff were very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel that is located close to Connolly St. Not too many decent restaurants to dine nearby and it is away from the action of the south side. The hotel has its own restaurant, however. Room was adequate.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredibly responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely fabulous place to stay with first class very helpful staff. I would highly recommend this to hotel to everyone. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the food was excellent too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024