🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland
Caulfield's Hotel
📍 18-19, Dorset Street Lower, Dublin
Dein Aufenthalt — Caulfield's Hotel
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Das Eigentum — Caulfield's Hotel
Caulfield's Hotel is a tidy three-star near St. Stephen's Green, serving travellers who want a clean, central base without fuss. The lobby is small, with laminate floors and a reception desk staffed by efficient, no-nonsense Dubliners. Free wi-fi and a basic continental breakfast are the main draws; you're not paying for character, you're paying for a solid night's sleep within walking distance of Grafton Street. Suits solo travellers and couples on a budget who plan to be out most of the day.
Chroniken von Dublin
Dublin started as a Viking settlement in the 9th century, growing around the River Liffey. Georgian architecture dominates the city centre, a legacy of 18th-century prosperity when wide streets and red-brick squares replaced medieval lanes. The 1916 Easter Rising and subsequent independence carved a distinct republican identity. Today, Dublin is a tech hub and cultural crossroads, mixing traditional pubs with a young, multicultural population. Its literary heritage – Joyce, Yeats, Beckett – remains a quiet point of pride amid the modern glass and granite.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Dublin-Guide →Die besten Monate
May and September offer mild weather (15-18°C) with fewer crowds than midsummer. June is also good, though June bank holiday weekend can be busy.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is peak: the city fills for the Longitude Festival (mid-July) and general summer tourism. Hotel prices can jump 30-50% above spring rates. Book early or avoid the middle weekend.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and October are ideal for discounts. Weather is chancy – expect rain 7-10 days per month – but streets are quieter, flights cheaper, and pub seats easier to find.
Wetter & Verpackung
Dublin's climate is famously fickle: you can get four seasons in one day, especially in July. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and layered tops; leave the umbrella, it's useless in the wind.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Dublin
- Luas Green Line extension completed in early 2026: now runs directly from the city centre to the new Cherrywood stop, improving access to southern suburbs and the M50. No more bus changes for southside visitors.
- Temple Bar district is piloting a 11pm noise curfew on public sound systems (June 2026) – bar owners are appealing, but outdoor street performers may be quieter after dark.
- Several key museums, including the National Museum of Archaeology on Kildare Street, have extended opening hours to 8pm on Thursdays and Fridays for the summer season (until September 2026).
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Caulfield's Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Dorset Street). Upper floors reduce street noise, and the back position avoids the main road rumble.
Rooms to avoid
Do not accept rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor at the front of the hotel — Dorset Street is a busy arterial route into Dublin city centre, with heavy traffic noise from early morning. Also skip any room directly above the bar or near the lift shaft on ground level.
Best views
The best view is a rear-facing room on floor 4 — overlooking the inner-city terrace houses and gardens rather than Dorset Street's traffic. Front rooms give a view of buses and shops but no real skyline.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — above the street-level din and below any roof-level machinery. The top floor (likely 4th) may be quieter still if there's no rooftop plant.
🔊 Noise notes
Dorset Street Lower is a main thoroughfare connecting the city centre to the North Circular Road. Expect persistent traffic noise from 6am to midnight, including buses, lorries, and late-night taxis. The hotel's own bar can add chatter and music on weekends.
Insider tips
1. If you're a light sleeper, ask for a top-floor back room at booking and bring earplugs — the hotel won't have double-glazing throughout. 2. Street parking is very limited in this area; use the nearest Q-Park on Parnell Street (5 minutes walk) or arrive by taxi from Connolly station.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Caulfield's Hotel
Free basic Wi-Fi (approx 10 Mbps) throughout; no login constraints. A premium tier (€5/night, 30 Mbps) available for streaming
Small passenger lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; a few daily print newspapers available for purchase at reception. The building is a converted Georgian townhouse — note the original fanlight over the front door
Check-in 14:00–23:00; early bag drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs €20 (subject to availability)
Free for early arrivals and after check-out, stored behind reception desk; no locked luggage room
Step-free entry via a portable ramp (ask at reception); lift to all floors. No adapted bathrooms or grab rails in guest rooms; wheelchair users may find bathrooms tight
No on-site or valet parking. Nearest public car park: ParkRite on Parnell Street (2 min walk), €15 per 24h. No EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None (Irish hotels do not charge a city or tourist tax; VAT is included in the rate)
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit equal to first night’s stay required at booking; at check-in a €50 incidental hold is placed on a credit card
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Church of St Francis Xavier (241 m · ~3 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Dublin Zen Dojo (407 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: City Masjid (562 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Mortuary Chapel of Repose (685 m · ~9 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Phibsborough Shopping Centre — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Mountjoy Square Park — 492 m · ~6 min walk
The James Joyce Centre — 790 m · ~10 min walk
Dublin Youth Theatre — 260 m · ~3 min walk
Hill Street Playground — 760 m · ~10 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Park's Pharmacy — 229 m · ~3 min walk
Tesco Express — 99 m · ~1 min walk
Drumcondra — 508 m · ~6 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in the city centre for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots as they give poor rates and charge high fees.
Contactless card and mobile payments are widely accepted everywhere, even for small amounts; carry a little cash for markets or very small shops.
Restaurants: 10-15% for table service if no service charge included; taxis: round up to nearest euro; hotel staff: not expected but a couple of euros for porters is polite.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A takeaway filter or Americano from a basic cafe costs around €3.
A sandwich or soup from a deli counter or a supermarket meal deal runs €5-€7.
A pub main course like a burger or fish and chips is about €14-€18.
Look for food trucks or stalls around Temple Bar and the markets (e.g. Dublin Flea Market) for €5-€10 eats.
Tesco, Lidl, and Dunnes Stores are the main budget supermarkets here.
Zara, H&M, and Primark on O'Connell Street or Grafton Street for affordable high-street fashion.
A Leap Card day pass costs €8 for unlimited Dublin Bus, Luas, and DART; from the airport, the 16 bus into town costs €2.60 with a Leap Card.
1. Buy a Leap Card for all public transport. 2. Eat at supermarket delis or markets for lunch instead of sit-down restaurants. 3. Look for 'early bird' dinner deals before 7pm in pubs.
Gut zu wissen — Dublin
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Emergency Contacts
Dublin999 and 112 both work for any emergency in Ireland. 112 is the EU-wide number. For non-urgent police matters in Dublin, call the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Dublin, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Caulfield's Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · Park's Pharmacy — 229 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
City Center (after airport transfer) → Throughout Dublin neighborhoods
💡 Get a Leap Card (€5, reloadable) for seamless tram/bus travel. Red Line passes near O'Connell St; best for day trips to Guinness Storehouse
Dublin Airport (DUB) → LATROUPE Jacobs Inn Dublin (Typicai O'Connell St area)
💡 Use Uber/Bolt apps for transparent pricing; avoid unmetered taxis. Surge pricing applies 8-10am and 4-7pm
Dublin Airport (DUB) → Connolly Station (5 min walk to hotel)
💡 Most authentic experience; connect via 747 bus to airport then DART train. Tap-to-pay with Leap Card available
Dublin Airport (DUB) → O'Connell Street (near LATROUPE Jacobs Inn)
💡 Most budget-friendly option; book online for discounts. Luggage space is generous
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Caulfield's Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Dorset Street). Upper floors reduce street noise, and the back position avoids the main road rumble.
Which rooms should I avoid at Caulfield's Hotel?
Do not accept rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor at the front of the hotel — Dorset Street is a busy arterial route into Dublin city centre, with heavy traffic noise from early morning. Also skip any room directly above the bar or near the lift shaft on ground level.
Is Caulfield's Hotel noisy?
Dorset Street Lower is a main thoroughfare connecting the city centre to the North Circular Road. Expect persistent traffic noise from 6am to midnight, including buses, lorries, and late-night taxis. The hotel's own bar can add chatter and music on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Caulfield's Hotel?
The best view is a rear-facing room on floor 4 — overlooking the inner-city terrace houses and gardens rather than Dorset Street's traffic. Front rooms give a view of buses and shops but no real skyline.
What are insider tips for staying at Caulfield's Hotel?
1. If you're a light sleeper, ask for a top-floor back room at booking and bring earplugs — the hotel won't have double-glazing throughout. 2. Street parking is very limited in this area; use the nearest Q-Park on Parnell Street (5 minutes walk) or arrive by taxi from Connolly station.
What time is check-in at Caulfield's Hotel?
Check-in at Caulfield's Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Caulfield's Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (approx 10 Mbps) throughout; no login constraints. A premium tier (€5/night, 30 Mbps) available for streaming
Is there a city or tourist tax at Caulfield's Hotel?
None (Irish hotels do not charge a city or tourist tax; VAT is included in the rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Caulfield's Hotel?
A sandwich or soup from a deli counter or a supermarket meal deal runs €5-€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Caulfield's Hotel?
A Leap Card day pass costs €8 for unlimited Dublin Bus, Luas, and DART; from the airport, the 16 bus into town costs €2.60 with a Leap Card.
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
May and September offer mild weather (15-18°C) with fewer crowds than midsummer. June is also good, though June bank holiday weekend can be busy.
Top-Attraktionen in Dublin
💡 Enter from the Fusiliers' Arch side and walk clockwise – the quieter eastern end has fewer tourists and more shade.
💡 Skip the guided tour – the free areas cover the best bits. The library's roof terrace has good city views and is often overlooked.
💡 Head straight to the Treasury on the ground floor first – the Ardagh Chalice and Tara Brooch are there, and it gets busiest after 11am.
💡 Combine your visit with the免費 DUBLINIA exhibition next door – same ticket covers both if you ask at the counter.
💡 Book online at least two days ahead – same-day tickets sell out by 10am. Go on the first tour of the day to avoid crowds.