WREN URBAN NEST, Dublin

Wren Urban Nest - A sustainable 4-star Dublin hotel with soundproofed rooms and zero-waste dining in Temple Bar

Located in Temple Bar's cobbled lanes, this 137-room sustainable Dublin hotel operates as Ireland's first net-zero carbon accommodation. The Wren Urban Nest features soundproofed guest rooms equipped with Respa mattresses, LED control panels, and USB charging ports. Each room includes specialty coffee from Epilogue Roasters, products from The Handmade Soap Company, and flat-screen TVs. The property's ALT restaurant serves zero-waste cuisine using local organic ingredients, while the bar stocks Irish craft spirits and microbrews. The hotel sits three minutes from Grafton Street, providing direct access to Trinity College and the Creative Quarter. Wren's eco-conscious design incorporates renewable energy systems, filtered water stations on each floor, and rooftop gardens supporting urban biodiversity.

Pros

First net-zero carbon hotel in Ireland with advanced sustainable technologies

Zero-waste kitchen using local organic produce

Filtered water stations available on every floor

Located on a quiet street despite central Temple Bar position

Cons

Compact room sizes may feel limiting for some guests

No family rooms or cribs available