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4.5 out of 5

"We were able to walk to our hotel easily from OConnell Street and Murray's Pub was just around the corner. The staff at the desk was very pleasant and ... " More

By a verified traveler on Sat 20 Aug 2022

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Hotel Description

3-star hotel near O'Connell Street

City center stay

With a stay at this City Centre Dublin hotel, you'll be steps from Gate Theatre and O'Connell Street. The James Joyce Centre and General Post Office are also within half a mile (1 km).

Multiple dining options

This hotel features 2 restaurants and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. A coffee shop, a computer station, and dry cleaning are also on offer.

Basic Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$150* Per night/room Jul 3 - Jul 4

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Triple Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Single Room

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Quadruple Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Academy Plaza Hotel ratings based on 11 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Academy Plaza Hotel

Everyone (3) Couples (1) Family (4)
5 out of 5

Posted by on Dec 18, 2022

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1 out of 5
The woman who checked us in “Georgina” was rude and unwelcoming! My room was very 70s! Very out of date!! The front desk staff was incompetent. Screwed up our dinner reservation and didn’t get my wake up call morning of departure! My friend had to change her room 3 times in 2 days because of a musty smell! Uncomfortable bed and street noise! We would not recommend this hotel! Also the vent fell out of the wall while she was showering and bruised her leg! Total nightmare! Book at your own risk😱

Posted by on Nov 22, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Oct 28, 2022

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5 out of 5
We were able to walk to our hotel easily from OConnell Street and Murray's Pub was just around the corner. The staff at the desk was very pleasant and helpful.

Posted by , from KNOXVILLE on Aug 20, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 22, 2022 by Kind Regards, Patience(Sales & Marketing)

Dear Frances, Thank you for taking time to review Academy Plaza Hotel. I am glad to learn that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to the hotel in the near future.

5 out of 5
Property is just off O’Connell street, walking distance close to so many pubs, restaurants, shops, the River Liffey, Temple Bar area, train station, buses. Air conditioning for the room didn’t work until our last night. The front desk did get us a fan to use. We arrived straight from the airport, early, and we were able to check in!

Posted by on Jul 12, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 26, 2022 by Sincerely, Phelim Connolly Sales and Marketing

Dear Peggy, Thank you for the great review of our hotel! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. We are located very near to the major shopping streets, transportation hubs and an array of Dublin city's best nightlife and culinary destinations.

5 out of 5
Very close to restaurants and other things to see in the city.

Posted by on Jun 17, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 26, 2022 by Kind Regards, Patience Sales and Marketing

Dear Jesica,On behalf of the Academy Plaza Hotel, we would like to thank you for your kind review. We hope to welcome you back in the near future.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Apr 15, 2022

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5 out of 5
Location was convenient to shopping and attractions. Hotel was clean and attractive. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Posted by on Mar 19, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 22, 2022 by Phelim Connolly Sales and Marketing

Hi Stacey, Thank you for the great review of our hotel! We are located in close proximately to many tourist attractions, restaurants, bars and public transportation. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back at some future date.

5 out of 5
hotel was perfect and staff were excellent - super clean and super friendly

Posted by on Mar 30, 2020

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4 out of 5
The Hotel was clean and staff was helpful. Rooms were clean and great area to get to local attractions.

Posted by on Jan 30, 2020

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Property Features

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a business center on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Academy Plaza Hotel. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Dublin hotel.

  • 304 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1999
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Offsite parking discounted rates available

Transport

  • Train station: Connolly Station (1.1 km / 0.7 mi)
  • Metro station: O'Connell Upper Station (0.1 km / 0.1 mi)

Room Amenities

Academy Plaza Hotel offers 304 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

  • Deep soaking tub
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • LCD television
  • Cable channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Oscars Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast only.

Plaza Bar & Grill - This bistro specializes in local cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (in select rooms)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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-authorize 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

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Contactless check-out is available. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings.

  • One child stays free
  • Credit card pre-authorization
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 2
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day (427 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Academy Plaza Hotel Hotel
  • Academy Plaza Hotel Dublin
  • Academy Plaza Hotel Hotel Dublin
  • Academy Plaza Hotel Dublin
  • Academy Plaza Dublin
  • Academy Plaza

You should know

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National Rating

Fáilte Ireland (The National Tourism Development Authority) assigns an official star rating for accommodations in Ireland. This Hotel property is rated 3 stars.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.