The Davenport
4.0-star · 8-10 Merrion Street Lower Dublin City Center
4.3(1,098 Google reviews)
The Davenport
4.0-star · 8-10 Merrion Street Lower Dublin City Center
4.3(1,098 Google reviews)
At a glance: 4-star · Since 1991 · Renovated 2018 · 115 rooms
Near: National Museum of Ireland · 4 min walk
Guests love: Location · Atmosphere
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For dining, the hotel has The 1863 Lounge with an all-day menu and a full bar, plus The Lady Jane Restaurant for breakfast. Nearby, you can walk to Kennedy's and Lincoln's Inn in about 2 minutes, Wabler & Wren in 4, The Pig's Ear in 5, and Bread 41 in 6 minutes. These spots offer a range of casual and sit-down options. For more choices, Grafton Street is a 12-minute walk away, where you will find many restaurants and cafes.
The Davenport sits in Georgian Dublin, right by Merrion Square, with the National Museum of Ireland a 4-minute walk away. St. Stephen's Green Shopping Centre and the Irish Whiskey Museum are within a 9-minute stroll, and the Molly Malone Statue is also 9 minutes on foot. The Spire is a 14-minute walk, Dublinia 18 minutes, and the Guinness Storehouse is 2.4 km out. The hotel's own bar and restaurant offer dining on site, and nearby spots like Kennedy's and Lincoln's Inn are just a 2-minute walk. It's a central, walkable area with easy access to the city's sights.
From Dublin Airport, a taxi takes about 20-30 minutes, or you can take express bus services like Aircoach or DublinExpress to the city centre. From Pearse Station, the hotel is a 3-minute walk away. The station is about 500 meters from the hotel, and you can also reach it via several Dublin Bus routes. For a direct option, a pre-booked transfer or ride-hailing service will bring you right to the door on Merrion Street Lower.
In the evening, you can start at the hotel's own 1863 Lounge, which offers a full bar with whiskeys, cocktails, and an all-day dining menu. For a night out, the Irish Whiskey Museum is a 9-minute walk away, and the Molly Malone Statue is also 9 minutes on foot. The Spire is a 14-minute walk, and Dublinia is 18 minutes away. If you want to go further, the Guinness Storehouse is 2.4 km from the hotel, so you might take a taxi or ride-hailing service. Nearby, Kennedy's and Lincoln's Inn are each a 2-minute walk, and Wabler & Wren is 4 minutes away for more options.
Yes, The Davenport is a great base for exploring Dublin. The National Museum of Ireland is a 4-minute walk away, and the Irish Whiskey Museum, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, and the Molly Malone Statue are each a 9-minute walk. The Spire is 14 minutes on foot, and Dublinia is 18 minutes away. For farther sights like the Guinness Storehouse (2.4 km) or Collins Barracks (2.5 km), you can take a taxi or use public transport from nearby Pearse Station. The hotel's own bar and restaurant are handy for a meal before heading out.

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