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
Grafton Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 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 check out 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 travelers like the location for the sightseeing and because it's just a short walk to public transportation: O'Connell Upper Station is just 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 available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Offsite parking within 427 ft (EUR 22 per day); discounts available
Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
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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)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Built in 1999
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
ROOM
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 drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
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Special features
Dining
Oscars Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast only.
Plaza Bar & Grill - This bistro specializes in local cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
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Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 per person
Late check-out 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 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-authorize 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 to 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 onsite restaurants, featuring local cuisine.
Does Academy Plaza Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
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. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Academy Plaza Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
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 offered delicious food and convenient dining options with a relaxed atmosphere. (15 reviews)
The property is conveniently located near the airport with easy access to bus transportation. (9 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Aug 10, 2025
Stayed here before so I’ll stay again
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 9, 2025
Great location, very walkable, restaurants good
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 17, 2025
This is a friendly hotel. I have stayed there many times because of its location to the main attractions.
Glenmore
Glenmore, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 7, 2025
Lovely hotel, great location.
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 4, 2025
Accessibility, friendly abd helpful staff
Debbie
Debbie, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 15, 2025
Was very nice
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 12, 2025
Lovely hotel! Rooms were in an amazing condition. Hotel is in a central location - only a 10/15 minute walk to the main areas e.g. temple bar. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Grace
Grace, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 16, 2025
Staff very helpful. They reserved airport transportation for us.
Francine
Francine, 4-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 8, 2025
The service, breakfast & dinner were good.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 25, 2025
The hotel, room and facilities were so lovely.
Staff were exceptionally helpful and decorated the room for my boyfriend’s birthday after I requested it.
I would definitely stay again
Libby
Libby, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 4, 2025
Accessibility
Debbie
Debbie, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 20, 2025
Staff was pleasant! Rooms were clean. The hotel is located near lots of dining options and has a restaurant on site.
Daina
Daina, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 31, 2025
Room was comfortable, as we arrived early morning, we were able to leave our bags in a secure room. Hotel is located on a side street off O'Connell Street, where there are a several eating places and shopping. A short walk will take you to the bridges across the Liffey to visit Trinity College, St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin Castle, Temple Bar, etc. Close to local buses, etc. 20-30 minutes to the airport by taxi.
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 10, 2025
Need to upgrade hotel rooms
Farjana
Farjana, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 10, 2025
Fabulous hotel, staff are welcoming and efficient, facilities are great, recently refurbed lobby very nice as is the bar and surrounding area. Good location for everything Dublin has to offer.
Jenny
Jenny, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 13, 2025
Room was small but clean. Dublin is very walkable so being off the strip was not a big deal. Coffee shop in lobby was good.
Brooke
Brooke, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 24, 2025
Good location
Best breakfast deal in town
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 28, 2025
Was a great stay
Ali
Ali, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 15, 2025
quiet and clean.
WEI-MIN
WEI-MIN, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 14, 2025
This was a lovely hotel for our stay in Dublin. A very convenient location and the room was clean and comfortable. The cafe downstairs was a great addition and we recommend their croissants!
Ellen
Ellen, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 12, 2025
Location was great
Kelsa
Kelsa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 19, 2025
Easy to get to from the airport bus route, the hotel is convenient, clean, really well presented and has its own lovely coffee shop. The room was immaculate and really nicely decorated. We walked to many tourist spots and also used the bus/tram stops which are just round the corner.
Emma Louise
Emma Louise, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 13, 2025
Easy to get to, conveniwnt to tourist sites, shopping, and dining.
James
James, 5-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 21, 2025
Clean hotel that is located close to Connolly St. Not too many decent restaurants to dine nearby and it is away from the action of the south side. The hotel has its own restaurant, however. Room was adequate.
Michelle
Michelle, 5-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 8, 2025
Great location for the city centre. Rooms clean and comfortable. We were a family of four with two teenage children and we had a quad room which worked out well and cheaper than getting two rooms.