Academy Plaza Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from O'Connell Street

Photo gallery for Academy Plaza Hotel

Property entrance
Bicycling
Lobby lounge
Quadruple Room
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July

Explore the area

Map
10-14 Findlater Place, off Upper O'Connell St, Dublin, Dublin, 1
  • O'Connell Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Trinity College
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Croke Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Dublin (DUB)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Small Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Dublin

Academy Plaza Hotel puts you in the heart of Dublin, within steps of Gate Theatre and Rotunda Hospital. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, a bar/lounge and a conference centre. .The restaurant, Oscars Restaurant, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class City Centre Dublin hotel include O'Connell Street and General Post Office.

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

  • O'Connell Upper Station - 2 min walk
  • Dublin Tara Street Station - 11 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 24 min drive

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

Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from O'Connell Street
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Academy Plaza Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Dublin hotel.

  • 304 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1999
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Academy Plaza Hotel offers 304 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

Croatian, English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Serbian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 22 per day); discounts available
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 15 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Oscars Restaurant
  • Plaza Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1999
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 22 per day (427 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Academy Plaza Hotel?

Academy Plaza Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Academy Plaza Hotel?

As of 18 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Academy Plaza Hotel on 16 July 2025 start from AU$234.81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Academy Plaza Hotel?

The closest beach to Academy Plaza Hotel is Portmarnock Beach (11.9 km).

What makes Academy Plaza Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Academy Plaza Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Academy Plaza Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Academy Plaza Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, travelers give top marks to the full brekkie here! Offered on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Academy Plaza Hotel?

No, Academy Plaza Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Academy Plaza Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Academy Plaza Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Academy Plaza Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Academy Plaza Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 547 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tiny room. Excellent location, very close to air coach stop, trams etc
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sreedhar

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Average

Love staying in this hotel. First time I've ever had an issue, asked for a double room got 2 singles beds pushed together, springs of the mattress dug right into my back. Above the shower all stained and black mould is starting to appear. Otherwise was no issues. Lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis, Clewiston

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff very helpful, room very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Claire

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Fix the fire alarm going off at 5am. Otherwise goo

Fire alarm fault at 5am. Apart from that - staff, good location, good hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lady from the very start of our stay was nice and really made staying in a city we never been to very easy. The breakfast buffet had all of the options. The front desk answered all of our questuins we needed answered. 5 star.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

arto

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Dublin feb 25

Hotel was very central which was good for my trip
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina, Albufeira

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very much enjoyed this property, excellent location, friendly staff. The room overall was clean but the floor of the room wasn't, other than that, very happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only down fall breakfast was only warm as it’s out most of the morning under hot plate all other was very good excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for Weekend Rugby Break

In Dublin for the rugby. Excellent service with double room ready to check into at 11 am which we didn't expect. Room was top rate, clean and comfortable. We didn't eat in the hotel or have any drinks at the bar but couldn’t fault the staff or facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Travelled with group

Rugby match

Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location , in the Center of Dublin very near to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025