The Irish Short Break

A proper Dublin welcome

from people who mean it.

Driving up from Cork, Galway, Limerick or Kildare for a big night in the capital? The Sandymount Hotel has been looking after guests like you since 1955. Family-run, genuinely warm, and just a short walk from the Aviva Stadium. Free parking is waiting for you when you pull in, and you’ll always get our best rate when you book direct.

Dublin’s longest-established family hotel, right where you want to be.

You’ve made the trip, you’ve earned the night, and you deserve more than just a bed for the evening. Tucked into the leafy surroundings of Ballsbridge, The Sandymount Hotel sits a stroll from the Aviva Stadium and a short DART ride from the city centre. Three generations of the same family have been running this place since 1955, and it shows in the way guests are looked after.

This is not a chain. Nobody is reading from a script. We’re a real Dublin hotel, unlike any other, and we like to think it shows. Our team genuinely wants your stay to go well, and if something matters to you, just say the word. It’s the kind of place that feels like a home from home, and so many of our guests come back year after year, and bring their friends with them.

Book direct. Best rate, no Dublin mark-up.

Book straight with us and you’ll always get our best available rate. No booking fees, no middleman taking a cut, no hidden extras. Free parking, free Wi-Fi and a full Irish breakfast are part of the deal, not surprises added at the till.

Have a gift voucher? You can use it right here. And if you’re looking for a present, a Sandymount voucher makes an easy one. Not sure whether direct really is cheaper? It is, and if you ever spot better, ring us and we’ll talk it through.

No hunting for a space.

No parking fees.

Finding parking in Dublin is half the worry, so we take it off your list. The Sandymount Hotel has 77 on-site parking spaces, free of charge, and our team will always help you find a spot when you arrive. Five EV charging points are available for guests who need them. Pull in, put the keys away and forget about the car until you’re ready to head home.

Lansdowne Road DART station is a five-minute walk from the front door, so getting into the city is straightforward whenever you fancy it.

Breakfast worth getting up for.

A treat stay deserves a proper breakfast. Every morning in Whitty’s Restaurant, a full Irish buffet is freshly cooked and waiting. The kind of breakfast that sets you up properly for a day in Dublin, or sends you on the road home feeling well looked after. Take your time over it. There is no rush.

Something to celebrate?

A birthday. An anniversary. A hen weekend that’s been in the diary for months. A christening, a graduation or a family gathering that’s brought everyone up to Dublin. Or simply a night away because you’ve been meaning to treat yourself and the time has finally come. Whatever the occasion, The Sandymount Hotel is a good place to mark it. We love any excuse to mark a special occasion. Let us know when you book and we’ll make sure your room is ready for you in the right way. A chilled bottle of Prosecco and a specially made dessert plate waiting on arrival tends to set a nice tone for the evening.

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Bringing the whole family?

If you’re travelling for a family occasion, we know the practical details matter. There’s step-free access at the entrance, lift access to the bedroom floors, and you can drop guests right at the front door before parking. If anyone in your party has specific access needs, just tell us when you book and we’ll have everything sorted before you arrive.

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Here for the match?

The Sandymount Hotel is the closest hotel in Dublin to the Aviva Stadium. Close enough to hear the roar of the crowd and stroll back to your room when the final whistle blows. Rugby internationals, concerts, sold-out nights at the 3Arena, whatever has brought you up to Dublin, this is your base. Get the pre-match atmosphere going at our outdoor BBQ with fellow fans, or find a spot in the Line Out Bar for a drink and something to eat before the game. Whatever the result, we’ll be here when you get back.

The city is on the doorstep.

So is the coast.

Sandymount village is right on the hotel’s doorstep, with boutique shops, cosy cafes and the famous strand to wander along. From there the city is easy. Take the DART to Grafton Street. Browse the galleries. Follow the locals to O’Donoghue’s in Merrion Row for a pint and some proper traditional music. Or give yourself a morning at the EPIC Irish Emigration Museum and arrive back knowing more about this country than you did when you left. There’s always something new to discover, and a few stories of our own waiting for you when you get back.

Our front desk team knows Dublin inside out and will happily point you in the right direction. Ask them where to go and they will tell you honestly, not just point you towards the tourist trail.

A quiet, restful room for the night you’ve earned.

Our refurbished bedrooms are made for a proper night’s sleep. They’re calm, comfortable and tucked away from the noise of the city, with Smart TVs and free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout. If you’d like a quieter room away from the lift or a particular floor, just ask when you book and we’ll do our best to set it up for you.

In the words of

guests who have stayed with us

“Lovely family run hotel. Staff were so welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Felt like a home away from home.”

Sinead M. | Booking.com | 5/5

“Was in the perfect location for our visit to the Aviva stadium, warm and very welcoming, nothing too much…”

Jane K | TripAdvisor | 5/5

“…exceeded all expectations during my husband and I’s 5-night anniversary stay.”

Anon | TripAdvisor | 5/5

A few good reasons to stay with us.

The closest hotel in Dublin to the Aviva Stadium
Best rate guaranteed when you book direct, with no fees or hidden extras
77 free on-site parking spaces, plus 5 EV chargers
Five-minute walk to Lansdowne Road DART station
Full Irish breakfast freshly cooked every morning in Whitty’s Restaurant
Family-run and proudly Irish-owned since 1955
Step-free access and lift to all bedroom floors
Gift vouchers available to buy and redeem
All-day food and drinks in the Line Out Bar
Refurbished, quiet bedrooms with Smart TVs
Private garden and quiet corners for when you want to slow down
Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout

Ready to book?

Have a look at our current offers via the link below, or ring us directly. We’re always happy to talk through what works best for your stay, and you’ll always get our best rate by booking direct. Our team is ready to welcome you to Dublin’s longest-established, Irish-owned family hotel for a stay that’s full of warmth and alive with character.