Smotscourt
Dublin
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Popular places to visit
Trinity College
Trinity College offers a welcome haven from the hustle and bustle of Dublin and it is one ivory tower you’d be happy to be trapped in for a long time.
St. Stephen's Green
Take a break in Dublin’s most popular public park with green lawns and flower beds, a stone bridge and statues, a swan-filled lake and a playground.
Guinness Storehouse
The Guinness Storehouse is situated at St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin. The giant storehouse covers seven floors and is a popular point of interest for tourists - since it opened in 2000, it has received over four million visitors.
Dublin Castle
Discover medieval excavations from a Viking ruin and appreciate the majesty of the state apartments, the chapel and the landscape gardens.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Aviva Stadium
Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.
Things to do
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Belvedere Irish Night Show, Dance and Traditional 3-Course Dinner
Top hotels in Smotscourt
Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge
"Great location. Friendly staff. Very clean"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
"The Clayton Hotel is the perfect location for anyone looking for a convenient, well maintained hotel with plenty of amenities. Our stay at the end of our journey gave us everything we needed to relax before our flight out the next day. We would definitely recommend to others."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
"Great location if you’re flying out of Dublin, not close enough to stay if you want to see Dublin"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
"I was extremely impressed with the Ruby Molly! The room itself was excellent - an extremely comfortable bed, fantastic climate control, a great shower, and lots of other top flight amenities (plenty of charger options, Bluetooth speakers, and work area). I didn’t try the breakfast but it looked amazing ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
"Good hotel. Rooms are very compact. On site bar and restaurant are nice. Parking is very expensive at 30 Euros per day."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
"We had a nice room with a really good bed. The location is perfect for walking to most important tourist spots. However, people who want peace and quiet should not stay here- A constant street party and loud music."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Smotscourt
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Aviva Stadium and Royal Dublin Society.
Sandymount
Sandymount is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dublin Port and Dublin Bay while in the area.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
Grand Canal Dock
If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal are top sights worth seeing.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Grafton Street or Dublin Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
