About The Merrion Hotel
A stone's throw from St Stephen's Green, The Merrion Hotel occupies four restored Georgian townhouses on Upper Merrion Street, offering peerless luxury in Dublin's embassy quarter. Opened in 1997, it marries 18th-century grandeur with contemporary flair; think soaring ceilings, original art from the National Gallery next door, and gardens that rival the Green itself.
The lobby's fireplace crackles invitingly, scented with lavender from the courtyard. Its 142 rooms feature handcrafted Irish linens, Bang & Olufsen systems, and butler service on tap. Suites boast private terraces overlooking the manicured Merrion Square gardens. For best hotels St Stephen's Green Dublin searches, The Merrion tops lists for refined stays.
What to Expect
Prime amenities include an award-winning No 23 restaurant serving modern Irish cuisine; try the tasting menu with Clontarf wines. The Pearl Brasserie buzzes with brunches, while the spa offers ESPA therapies in vaulted cellars. Indoor pool, gym, and business centre cater to all. Breakfast dazzles with smoked salmon from Burren Smokehouse.
Insider Tips
Opt for a courtyard room to escape street buzz; wake to birdsong. Art lovers, join free tours of the 100+ piece collection. Walk to Leinster House for government watching or the Green for people-spotting. Pro move: book the Drawing Rooms for private dinners; intimate and impressive. Nearby Dawson Street bookshops fuel literary souls. In summer, the garden bar hosts jazz nights. The Merrion delivers that 'I've arrived' feeling, perfect for milestone trips or discerning execs exploring Dublin city centre hotels.