In the heart of Dublin, Academy Plaza Hotel combines modern comforts with warm Irish hospitality. Begin your day with a delicious breakfast at one of two restaurants and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests who also rave about the hotel’s ideal location.
10-14 Findlater Place, off Upper O'Connell St, Dublin, Dublin, 1
What's nearby
O'Connell Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Trinity College - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Croke Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Dublin Castle - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
St. Stephen's Green - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Dublin Airport (DUB) - 24 min drive
Dublin Tara Street Station - 11 min walk
Connolly Station - 11 min walk
Dublin Pearse Station - 18 min walk
O'Connell Upper Station - 2 min walk
Parnell Tram Stop - 3 min walk
Marlborough Tram Stop - 6 min walk
Restaurants
Writers Lounge - 2 min walk
Murray's Bar & Grill - 2 min walk
Madigan's - 2 min walk
The Living Room - 1 min walk
The Big Romance - 3 min walk
About this property
Academy Plaza Hotel
Academy Plaza Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of O'Connell Street and Trinity College. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Oscars Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast. Also, Croke Park and Grafton Street are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travellers like the location for the sightseeing and because it's only a short walk to public transportation: O'Connell Upper Station is only steps away and Parnell Tram Stop is 3 minutes.
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Off-site parking within 427 ft (EUR 22 per day); discounts available
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Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Built in 1999
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Oscars Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and only serves breakfast.
Plaza Bar & Grill – This bistro specialises in local cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 per person
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20.00 (subject to availability)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 22 per day (427 ft away)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
National rating
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Academy Plaza Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Academy Plaza Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Academy Plaza Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Academy Plaza Hotel?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Academy Plaza Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 20.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Academy Plaza Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include O'Connell Street (1-min walk) and Rotunda Hospital (3-min walk), along with Gate Theatre (3-min walk) and General Post Office (5-min walk).
Are there restaurants at or near Academy Plaza Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring local cuisine.
Does Academy Plaza Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
What's the area around Academy Plaza Hotel like?
Academy Plaza Hotel is in City Centre Dublin, a short 2-minute walk from O'Connell Upper Station and 11 minutes' walk from Trinity College. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Academy Plaza Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was plentiful, good, and reasonably priced with many options available. (46 reviews)
The on-site restaurant served delicious food and was conveniently located with many nearby dining options available. (14 reviews)
The property is conveniently located near the airport with easy access to bus transportation. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jul, 2025
weekend stay
Lovely relaxing weekend, enjoyed a meal in the restaurant and the atmosphere was very relaxed and enjoyable .
Martina
Martina, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Jul, 2025
Clean. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Jul, 2025
Great service
Staff was friendly. I arrived right as checkout was beginning but a room was available for me and I was checked in right away after a long international flight! Location is good for accessing tourist attractions and hotel was quiet.
Erin
Erin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jun, 2025
The staff were very helpful and friendly
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 May, 2025
Great location at a relatively affordable price. Breakfast was great. Our room was clean and comfortable.
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Apr, 2025
Good location
Best breakfast deal in town
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Mar, 2025
Was a great stay
Ali
Ali, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jun, 2025
The kindest staff
I really enjoyed my staff here. They have the kindest staff, beautifull hotel near city center and a delightful breakfast.
Amina
Amina, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Jun, 2025
Decent tourist hotel.
Good location. Clean. Excellent housekeeping. Lousy wifi. Friendly front desk.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Jun, 2025
Hotel was modern and bright. Excellent location, fab bar area. Room was good but bathroom was small. Room was at the front of building very noisy from people sleeping rough at church area and public transports Overall a pleasant stay
Stephen James
Stephen James, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Apr, 2025
Location was great
Kelsa
Kelsa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr, 2025
Easy to get to, conveniwnt to tourist sites, shopping, and dining.
James
James, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Mar, 2025
Hotel is really nice on entrance.staff nice and friendly too.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Mar, 2025
The staff very helpful, room very clean.
Luis
Luis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr, 2025
Incredible stay in an incredible city! This hotel and staff were top shelf. They allowed early check in and were very helpful during our stay. The location is great with easy access walking to a number of downtown amenities. Highly recommend.
Clint
Clint, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 Apr, 2025
Good location at the head of O Connnel street. Only 10 minutes walk to Temple Bar and other well known locations
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Apr, 2025
Everything was perfecf! Breakfast, little cafe, restaurant bar, cleanless, staff!
Ecem
Ecem, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Apr, 2025
Staff were very helpful
David
David, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Mar, 2025
Friendly efficient staff.
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Apr, 2025
Staff was incredibly responsive.
Theresa
Theresa, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Apr, 2025
I really appreciated housekeeping and how well they took care of the room when we weren’t there.
Michelle
Michelle, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr, 2025
Great hotel
Small room but very comfortable and clean. Good location for sightseeing in Dublin. No parking at the hotel, but there is a safe undercover parking lot very close nearby and the hotel validates your ticket so you get a discount for the parking. Went to the onsite restaurant twice and enjoyed the food both times.
Thalia
Thalia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Dec, 2024
Amazing stay
Incredibly friendly staff, great coffee in the cafe
Claus Richard
Claus Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Jan, 2025
Excellent location , in the Center of Dublin very near to everything
Paula
Paula, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
18 May, 2025
Such tiny rooms
The twin beds were so tiny and so was the room. It’s a city hotel but expected a bit more comfort in the room. Not great for 2 people.