Grand Canal Dock Travel Guide

Dublin

A river with a modern bridge and contemporary buildings.
A modern curved building with blue lighting near a waterfront.
A bridge with a modern design, featuring a series of arches and a cable-stayed structure.
A tall, slender monument in a bustling city square surrounded by historic buildings and a busy street with pedestrians and a double-decker bus.
A modern building with a unique roof design, a body of water, and other contemporary architecture in the background.

Stay near popular Grand Canal Dock attractions

A modern architectural building with a glass facade and a unique triangular design.

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

8.2/10 (507 reviews)
At the heart of the bustling Dublin theatre scene you will find the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Officially the largest theatre in Ireland, its opening in 2010 heralded a new era for theatre – not just in Dublin, but across Ireland. For the first time, the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre allowed exceptional quality local and international theatrical productions to come to Ireland.
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Things to do

Picture 7 for Activity Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

฿1,407
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides

฿1,198
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Couple observing beautiful scenery in Wicklow.

Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough

฿1,635
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Wicklow, Ireland

Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration

฿1,540
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration
Howth Coastal Boat Tour

Howth Coastal Boat Tour (Ireland's Eye Ferries 50 mins trip)

฿951
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Howth Coastal Boat Tour (Ireland's Eye Ferries 50 mins trip)
Discover Dublin A Private Tour

Discover Dublin A Private Tour

฿114
per adult
Discover Dublin A Private Tour
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Top hotels in Grand Canal Dock

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane

4 out of 5
Cardiff Lane Dublin Dublin
The price is ฿3,743 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿3,743
฿4,248 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,271 reviews)
"Clean, incredibly kind and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City

Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City

4 out of 5
98-107 Pearse Street Dublin Dublin
The price is ฿4,034 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿4,034
฿4,578 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Maldron Hotel Pearse Street Dublin City
The Leinster

The Leinster

4 out of 5
Lower Mount St. Dublin Dublin
The price is ฿5,037 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
฿5,037
฿5,717 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions St. Stephen's Green and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre ...
The Leinster
Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World

Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World

5 out of 5
Grand Canal Square, Docklands Dublin Dublin
The price is ฿8,840 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿8,840
฿10,033 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, the service was prompt, and the turndown service was nice. Small drop in the bathroom during a storm but otherwise well maintained and a good idea (about. 15 minute walk to temple bar)"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Anantara The Marker Dublin - A Leading Hotel of the World
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

4 out of 5
Stockhole Lane Clonshaugh Dublin
The price is ฿3,272 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿3,272
฿3,714 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clonshaugh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8,446 reviews)
"Front desk attendant was EXTREMELY PLEASANT and helpful"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

4 out of 5
11 Bow Ln E Dublin
The price is ฿3,860 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,860
฿4,381 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
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Where to stay in Grand Canal Dock

Find the best Grand Canal Dock areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern bridge with a unique arch design, reflecting on a calm body of water, with buildings in the background.

City Centre Dublin

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Jervis Shopping Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.

The Temple Bar, a red brick pub with flower baskets and a sign reading "The Emperor of Tobacco".

Temple Bar

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.

A lighthouse by a calm sea at sunset with a clear sky.

Howth

Unique features of Howth include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Howth Harbour or Dublin Bay while you're exploring the area.

A modern stadium with a unique curved glass roof, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and traditional brick buildings.

Ballsbridge

A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park.

A brick building with the Guinness logo and the text "St. James's Gate Brewery Dublin".
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The Liberties

While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Grand Canal Dock Travel Guide