Stauntons on the Green

Dublin is a thriving city with boundless entertainment for those travelling as a family. From museums to galleries as well as parks, theatres and a wide choice of restaurants. To top it all off, the sea is right on your doorstep as is plenty of rugged Irish countryside. Our collection of the best family hotels in Dublin has something to suit everyone from luxurious stays and central boutiques to foodie heaven and coastal escapes. Read on and start planning your fab family break.

For a boutique hotel

Gleeson's Townhouse

  • Gleeson's Townhouse is a boutique hotel situated in Blackrock, South Dublin complete with a cosy pub. The ambitious renovation of this family home has resulted in spacious, modern rooms with lots of light and classic interior design. The family suites are ideal for those travelling with children.

For a central location

The Devlin

  • Located in the hip district of Ranelagh, The Devlin is a great location for a family holiday. The subterranean cinema showcases the best in modern and classic cinema, plus rooms come with Marshall amps, TVs loaded with Netflix, and Smeg fridges. Head to the rooftop for brilliant city views. A cool choice.

O'Neills

  • O'Neills is a traditional inn at the heart of Dublin's bustling city centre. The décor nods to the building's Victorian-era heritage, with original fireplaces and antique furnishings. Book in for a whiskey tasting at the pub's own bar or sample a local beer. Family rooms and children's meals are available. A charming, family-run guesthouse.

For a stylish stay

Herbert Park Hotel

  • Herbert Park Hotel is a luxury four-star hotel in south Dublin. Plush rooms offer luxurious linens and stunning views over the expansive Herbert Park. The family rooms are great for travelling with children; dine at the gourmet restaurant or take afternoon tea in the terrace lounge. A stylish city break.
  • Hotel 7 is a boutique city hotel in a lovingly restored Georgian townhouse. The comfortable rooms are dressed in pastel linens and boast Smart TVs and a Nespresso machine. Choose from a range of menus to suit your mood at the hotel restaurant before having a drink at the stylish bar. A smart city getaway offering family rooms for those travelling with children.

Stauntons on the Green

  • With a prime location in the heart of the capital and all of the city's main attractions within easy reach, Stauntons on the Green is a great choice. Set in a beautifully appointed Georgian property, interiors are charming and elegant, plus the family rooms are perfect for parents travelling with children.
  • Spencer Hotel is also conveniently located in Dublin's city centre, the perfect location for a weekend break. Rooms are minimalist and modern and come with Nespresso coffee machines and 'White Company' toiletries. Some rooms have balconies with city views. A stylish base complete with spacious family options.

For foodies

King Sitric

  • King Sitric is an award-winning seafood restaurant and hotel located in Howth. Guests can take in breathtaking views of Balscadden Bay whilst enjoying crab and oyster caught by local fishermen. Ideally placed just outside the city on the coast, for those travelling with children, and pets are welcome too!

For five-star luxury

Fitzwilliam Hotel

  • The Fitzwilliam Hotel is a five-star luxury hotel nestled in the heart of Dublin's city centre. The best of the spacious rooms are decorated in bold colours and boast plush four-poster beds. Enjoy excellent views over the city sights from the suite's balcony. Drink at the Inn on the Green for an authentic Irish break. Offering spacious rooms and plenty of facilities, it's ideal if you're travelling with children.
  • For those looking for a little bit of luxury without the huge price tag, Conrad Dublin fits the bill as children under 12 stay and eat for free when accompanied by a paying adult. Rooms feature extra touches such as Nespresso machines, marble-clad bathrooms and sink-into beds. A spoiling stay for the whole family.

Still not sure which to book? Expand your search to include all our Dublin recommendations, or contact a friendly Guru for advice.

The 10 Best Family Hotels in Dublin

The Devlin

Dublin (Ranelagh)

An undeniably slick hotel situated in the heart of Ranelagh. Rooms may be small in size but everything has been thought of; from Marshall amps, TVs loaded with Netflix, Smeg fridges and cunning use of space. Plus there's a cinema onsite and rooftop terrace and bar to take advantage of. Superb!

  • City Style - Enjoy spectacular views of Dublin from the rooftop bar after a day of seeing the city's best sights - all a short walk away
  • Groups - Located in the hip district of Ranelagh, The Devlin is a great location for a group holiday
  • Sights nearby - Dublin is brimming with historical and cultural intrigues from Dublin Castle to Trinity College to the Guinness Museum
  • Restaurant
from $198 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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King Sitric

Dublin (Howth )

An award-winning seafood restaurant and hotel located in Howth. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views of Balscadden Bay whilst enjoying crab and oyster caught by local fishermen. All rooms are decorated in the turquoise and blues of the sea and have a bright fresh feel.

  • Foodies - King Sitric offers a varied menu specialising in wild Irish fish and shellfish caught by local fishermen
  • Local exploring - Explore the sleepy fishing town of Howth - don't forget to visit Howth Castle
  • Fishing - The town of Howth is a popular fishing spot for tourists and locals alike
  • Great walks - King Sitric is surrounded by stunning walks on the Irish coast
from $186 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Spencer Hotel

Dublin (North Wall)

Conveniently located in Dublin's city centre, The Spencer Hotel is the perfect location for a weekend break. Rooms are minimalist and modern and come with Nespresso coffee machines and 'White Company' toiletries. Some rooms have balconies with city views. There is a restaurant and a gym on site.

  • City Style - Conveniently located on the River Iffey in the centre of Dublin, a great place to explore the city
  • Spa breaks - The Viola Day Spa on-site offers a range of massages and spa therapies
  • Business meetings - The eight meeting rooms can accommodate up to 155 delegates
  • Families - There are a range of spacious family rooms on offer
from $267 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Herbert Park Hotel and Park Residence

Dublin (Ballsbridge)

A smart hotel in leafy south Dublin. Plush rooms offer soft carpets and luxurious linens, with stunning views over the expansive Herbert Park. The family rooms are great for travelling with children; dine at the gourmet restaurant or take afternoon tea in the terrace lounge. A stylish city break.

  • Families - With triple, interconnecting rooms in the family suites, this hotel is perfect for families travelling with older children
  • City Style - Located in Dublin's historic centre, this hotel is a great base for exploring the local sights on a city break
  • Romantic Break - With cosy interior décor and a romantic terrace lounge, this hotel is perfect for couples on a city getaway
  • Sailing - The Surfdock Centre offers windsurfing and sailing courses; enquire at the hotel for more information
from $215 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Fitzwilliam Hotel

Dublin (St Stephen's Green)

This five-star luxury hotel is nestled in the heart of Dublin's city centre. The best of the spacious rooms are decorated in bold colours and boast plush four-poster beds. Enjoy excellent views over the city sights from the suite's balcony. Drink at the Inn on the Green for an authentic Irish break.

  • City Style - Sitting in the centre of the bustling capital, this hotel is a chic stay for a city break
  • Families - The spacious rooms and on-site facilities are great for those travelling with children
  • Honeymoons - Book a luxury honeymoon package and make it a 5-star holiday
  • Great walks - Take a walk through Dublin and discover its history with the hotel's tailormade podcasts, available to hotel guests
from $360 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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O'Neills

Dublin (Trinity)

A traditional inn at the heart of Dublin's bustling city centre. Traditional décor nods to the building's Victorian-era heritage, with original fireplaces and antique furnishings. Book in for a whiskey tasting at the pub's own whiskey bar or sample a local beer. A charming, family-run guesthouse.

  • Families - With family rooms available, and children's meals on offer in the restaurant, this is a good option for families
  • Local exploring - Located in the heart of Dublin, this is a great base for exploring the city's historic sights
  • Romantic Break - With cosy rooms in a pretty, heritage building, this is perfect for a quiet couples' getaway
  • Sights nearby - Visit the Guiness Storehouse; it involves a self-guided tour over 6 floors with everything you ever wanted to know about Guiness
from $193 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Gleeson's Townhouse

Dublin (Booterstown)

A new boutique hotel situated in Blackrock, South Dublin. The ambitious renovation of this family home has resulted in spacious, modern rooms with lots of light and classic interior design. Enjoy a homemade pie at Gleeson's Corner, or have a pint at the cosy pub. A stylish home away from home.

  • Families - The spacious suites are great for people travelling with children, and the restaurant is child-friendly too
  • Romantic Break - Couples will love the comfy beds and homely feel to this hotel, plus the award-winning pub downstairs
  • Hideaway - With cosy rooms, a pub, restaurant and shop all on-site, this is a great Dublin bolt-hole
  • Sights nearby - Take a bus into Dublin's city centre and visit the historic sights, from Christ's Church Cathedral to the Kilmainham Gaol
from $187 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Hotel 7

Dublin (Phibsborough)

A boutique city hotel in a lovingly restored Georgian townhouse. The comfortable rooms are dressed in pastel linens and boast Smart TVs and a Nespresso machine. Choose from a range of menus to suit your mood at the hotel restaurant before having a drink at the stylish bar. A smart city getaway.

  • Short break - This hotel is perfectly located for a short fly break, with good transport connections to the airport from the city centre
  • Families - The spacious and comfortable family rooms are great for those travelling with children
  • City Style - The hotel's central location makes it a great base for exploring Dublin's sights
  • Sights nearby - Discover the history of Ireland’s most famous beer with a trip to the Guinness Storehouse, the brewery where Guiness was born
from $265 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Stauntons on the Green

Dublin (St Kevin's)

This striking Georgian townhouse hotel overlooks Dublin's pretty St. Stephen's Green. Inside, the elegant guestrooms feature heritage-style furniture in a charming pastel palette and photographs of historic Dublin. Relax by the cosy sitting room fireplace after a day of sightseeing; a stylish hotel.

  • Local exploring - With a prime location in the heart of the capital, all of the city's main attractions are within easy reach of this hotel
  • City Style - Set in a beautifully appointed Georgian property in the city centre, this hotel has lots of local Dublin style
  • Families - Family rooms at this hotel are designed to accommodate parents travelling with children
  • Great walks - Start off a walk through the city from the hotel's own back garden, which leads onto to the pretty Iveagh Gardens park
from $220 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Conrad Dublin

Dublin (St Kevin's)

The Conrad is always a favourite when looking for five-star luxury and this property doesn't disappoint. Rooms are traditionally dressed with those extra touches such as Nespresso machines, marble-clad bathrooms and sink-into beds. A superb restaurant and atmospheric bar are a draw in themselves.

  • City Style - A five star classic The Conrad knows how to provide a luxurious escape
  • Great walks - Take a stroll through the tranquil Iveagh Gardens
  • Restaurant
  • Sights nearby
from $296 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Katie Harris

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