Smithfield Travel Guide

Dublin

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Mummies and graves and crypts... oh my! 
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Inside the centuries-old crypts at St. Michan’s Church, Dublin. The Cryptkeeper will fascinate you with stories of the inhabitants. Hard to find, but worth the work!
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If you ever find yourself in Dublin with a sense of adventure, an appetite for historical curiosities, a few extra hours, and plenty of euros for the parking meters  (😩), do make your way to St. Michan's Church, a building which has been around since being erected in 1085 by Norse Vikings. It isn't easy to find, but you will be well-rewarded if you manage it. The Crypt Keeper will show you a good time 🕍🗡💀

You can tour the grounds, the cemetery, the church itself, and even the crypts underneath if you are brave enough to visit with mummies entombed there centuries ago. Something odd about the limestone in the foundation, combined with the local climate, preserves the bodies of those long buried in the crypts, but also somehow manages to erode the wood of the coffins they were placed in. This obviously makes for a window into those entombed in a place which was inspiration for one Mr. Bram Stoker. Yes.... THAT Bram Stoker. He grew up right around the corner, and often visited family members buried among notable Irish in the crypts at St. Michan's.

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The Hendrick Smithfield

The Hendrick Smithfield

4 out of 5
Hendrick Street Dublin
The price is ฿2,623 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
฿2,623
฿2,978 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room, welcoming staff, enjoyed the bar downstairs

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

The Hendrick Smithfield
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

4 out of 5
Stockhole Lane Clonshaugh Dublin
The price is ฿3,802 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
฿3,802
฿4,316 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,317 reviews)
Was perfect

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Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin

4 out of 5
26 - 33 Arran Street East Dublin
The price is ฿3,144 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
฿3,144
฿3,569 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dublin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,119 reviews)
Great location, awesome staff, and very clean.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

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Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

4 out of 5
11 Bow Ln E Dublin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,508 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
฿3,508
฿3,981 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,749 reviews)
Really enjoyed our stay here — fantastic value for money, a modern hotel with a great atmosphere. The staff were lovely and incredibly friendly, always happy to help. The breakfast was excellent, the location was ideal, and the rooms were great. Would definitely stay again.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre

Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre

4 out of 5
Custom House Quay Dublin
The price is ฿3,536 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿3,536
฿4,013 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,093 reviews)
Absolutely beautiful room overlooking the river

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport

4 out of 5
Dublin Airport Corballis Dublin
The price is ฿4,585 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
฿4,585
฿5,204 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Corballis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,123 reviews)
The staff (reception and restaurant) were excellent. They are understanding and helpful in a genuine way, which is rare these days. They seem to understand their guests and treat them with respect. Bravo

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Smithfield

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Stoneybatter

While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Collins Barracks and jump on the metro at Museum Station to see more of the city.

Stoneybatter
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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.

The Liberties
Samuel Beckett Bridge featuring a river or creek, a sunset and a bridge

City Centre Dublin

4.5/5(2,709 area reviews)

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

City Centre Dublin
Temple Bar showing signage, street scenes and heritage elements

Temple Bar

4.5/5(125 area reviews)

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.

Temple Bar
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Warrenmount

Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Grafton Street.

Warrenmount
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Portobello

Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grafton Street and Guinness Storehouse.

Portobello


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