THE ALEX, Dublin

The Alex - A Rail-Themed 4-Star Hotel with Executive Lounge and Secret Garden Terrace

Located steps from Merrion Square, this 4-star Dublin hotel features 103 rooms equipped with 49-inch smart TVs, Chromecast connectivity, and rainforest walk-in showers. The Alex's dining venues include The Carriage Restaurant, the Secret Garden outdoor terrace with retractable roof, and Steam café serving barista coffee. Executive room and suite guests access a private lounge offering complimentary beverages and snacks until 7 PM. The property provides 24/7 access to Core Fitness gym, featuring over 30 pieces of equipment. Meeting spaces range from 52 to 4251.5 ft^2, complemented by an open-plan work hub with ultra-fast WiFi. Pearse Street Train Station is a 3-minute walk away, while Dawson Street's Luas stop is within 5 minutes on foot.

Pros

Art Deco-inspired Carriage Restaurant features Italian granite bar and Canadian lighting fixtures

Room amenities include Irish-made Posturepedic Opulence mattresses and Roberts radios

Bathrooms showcase green metro tiles and dark timber vanity furniture

Located near cultural landmarks including National Gallery and Trinity College

Cons

Airport is 9.5 miles from the property

Parking available only at nearby Alexander Court facility (additional fee)