🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland
Maldron Hotel
📍 Clonliffe Road, Dublin
Your stay — Maldron Hotel
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The Property — Maldron Hotel
The Maldron Hotel on Kevin Street is a reliable, modern chain property in a converted 19th-century building. The lobby is clean, bright, and functional, with a small bar area and a friendly reception desk. No frills, but solidly comfortable for a pragmatic overnight stay. Best for solo business travellers or couples wanting a central base with reliable WiFi and a decent breakfast included.
Chronicles of Dublin
Dublin began as a Viking settlement around 841 AD, growing into a walled medieval town. The Georgian era left a grid of red-brick townhouses and elegant squares that survive today. After a long period of decline, the Celtic Tiger brought glassy office blocks and redeveloped docks. Now it's a compact, walkable capital of pubs, tech hubs, and literary heritage, still rough around the edges but buzzing.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dublin guide →Best months
May, June, September: warmest stable weather (15–20°C), lighter crowds than midsummer, and better hotel availability.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: school holidays and festivals like the Dublin Horse Show (August) push prices up 30–50%. The city is packed and hotel rooms scarce.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: milder temperatures (10–14°C), good discounts on rooms, fewer tourists, and still plenty of daylight.
Weather & packing
Dublin can see four seasons in one day: sunny then rainy then windy all by lunch. Pack a waterproof jacket with a hood and comfortable walking shoes – an umbrella is useless in the wind.
Live City Briefing — Dublin
- The Luas Green Line extension to Finglas is still under construction; expect minor delays on the route through the city centre.
- Dublin's new City Library (Parnell Square) opened in late 2025 – worth a visit for views over the city from its rooftop garden.
- Temple Bar district has introduced a late-night noise curfew from 11pm on weeknights, so book restaurant reservations earlier if staying nearby.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Maldron Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 at the rear of the building (facing away from Clonliffe Road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy stair access if the lift is busy. The rear aspect overlooks the hotel's car park and neighbouring residential area, which tends to be much quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground level) – they're closest to the street and the reception/bar area, so you'll get footfall noise and early morning traffic. Also steer clear of rooms directly above the lift shaft on any floor – you'll hear the mechanism clanking from about 7am.
Best views
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 5 – you'll see the Dublin Mountains on a clear day. Front-facing rooms just look onto Clonliffe Road (busy dual carriageway) and the Croke Park stadium across the street – fine if you're here for a match, otherwise nothing special.
Quietest floors
Floors 3, 4 and 5 are your best bet for quiet. The hotel has a lift but the top two floors (4 and 5) get less corridor traffic because fewer guests walk past on their way to the stairs.
🔊 Noise notes
Clonliffe Road is a main route into Dublin city centre – expect constant traffic noise from about 6am to 11pm. On match days at Croke Park (up the road) there'll be crowds and occasional street vendors setting up from early morning. The hotel bar can be lively until midnight on weekends.
Insider tips
If you're arriving by car, book parking directly with the hotel in advance – it's a small car park and fills up fast. For a quieter stay, ask at check-in for a 'rear-facing room on floors 3-5' – the reception staff can usually accommodate if you're polite and it's not sold out.
- 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 Facilities — Maldron Hotel
Free standard WiFi throughout, speed around 20 Mbps; premium tier available for €5/day at up to 50 Mbps. Login by room number and surname
One lift serves all guest floors (ground to 4th); rear wing does not have a lift – stairs only
Digital PressReader via hotel tablet at reception; no physical papers delivered. Building dates from 1960s, former office block, no heritage quirks
Check-in: 15:00; early bag-drop available from 11:00 if room not ready. Late check-out: to 12:00 free, after that subject to availability at €20 per hour until 18:00
Free for arriving guests before check-in and on departure day until 20:00; left behind reception area
Step-free main entrance via ramp; lift to all floors. No dedicated accessible rooms; standard rooms can be requested on ground floor. Bathrooms are not wheelchair-adapted (step-in shower, narrow doorways)
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Clonliffe Road Car Park (just opposite), €15 per night (24h). No EV charging on site. On-street metered parking free after 19:00 and on Sundays, but limited availability
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no local tourist tax applies in Dublin)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; on arrival a €50 per night pre-authorisation for incidentals is taken
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Catholic Church of St. Agatha (237 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: North Strand Church (624 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Our Lady Of Lourdes (641 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Church of Saint Lawrence O'Toole (728 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
CHQ — 930 m · ~12 min walk
Liberty Park — 673 m · ~8 min walk
Gaelic Athletic Association Museum — 761 m · ~10 min walk
Sean O'Casey Community Centre Theatre — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
Hill Street Playground — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Ulster Bank — 603 m · ~8 min walk
Allen's Pharmacy — 360 m · ~5 min walk
Spar — 40 m · ~1 min walk
Dublin Connolly — 362 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks or post offices; avoid exchange bureaux at Dublin Airport or tourist spots like O’Connell Street—rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard contactless is widely accepted; Apple Pay and Google Pay common. Small cafes and takeaways may be cash-only.
Round up taxi fare or leave loose change; 10-15% in restaurants for good service (check if service charge included); tip hotel porters €1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local coffee shops or delis sell a filter coffee for about €2.50; an espresso from a cafe is around €3.
A sandwich or soup-and-sandwich combo from a deli or bakery costs €6-8.
Pub mains like fish and chips or a burger start at €14-16.
No major street-food scene; cheap eats cluster around Moore Street market or Temple Bar's food stalls on weekends.
Lidl and Aldi are the budget chains, with Tesco and Dunnes Stores also common nearby on Drumcondra Road.
Penneys (Primark) on O’Connell Street is the go-to for cheap basics; Moore Street market has budget accessories.
Leap Card bus/tram day pass costs €8 (single bus €2); from airport, the 16 bus to Clonliffe Road area is €2 (contactless or Leap Card).
Buy a Leap Card at any newsagent for discounted fares; eat lunch specials (12-2pm) at pubs; refill water bottles at public taps (Dublin water is fine).
Good to know — 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 Maldron Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Ulster Bank — 603 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Allen's Pharmacy — 360 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Maldron Hotel?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 at the rear of the building (facing away from Clonliffe Road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy stair access if the lift is busy. The rear aspect overlooks the hotel's car park and neighbouring residential area, which tends to be much quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Maldron Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground level) – they're closest to the street and the reception/bar area, so you'll get footfall noise and early morning traffic. Also steer clear of rooms directly above the lift shaft on any floor – you'll hear the mechanism clanking from about 7am.
Is Maldron Hotel noisy?
Clonliffe Road is a main route into Dublin city centre – expect constant traffic noise from about 6am to 11pm. On match days at Croke Park (up the road) there'll be crowds and occasional street vendors setting up from early morning. The hotel bar can be lively until midnight on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Maldron Hotel?
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 5 – you'll see the Dublin Mountains on a clear day. Front-facing rooms just look onto Clonliffe Road (busy dual carriageway) and the Croke Park stadium across the street – fine if you're here for a match, otherwise nothing special.
What are insider tips for staying at Maldron Hotel?
If you're arriving by car, book parking directly with the hotel in advance – it's a small car park and fills up fast. For a quieter stay, ask at check-in for a 'rear-facing room on floors 3-5' – the reception staff can usually accommodate if you're polite and it's not sold out.
What time is check-in at Maldron Hotel?
Check-in at Maldron Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Maldron Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free standard WiFi throughout, speed around 20 Mbps; premium tier available for €5/day at up to 50 Mbps. Login by room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Maldron Hotel?
None (no local tourist tax applies in Dublin)
Where can I eat cheaply near Maldron Hotel?
A sandwich or soup-and-sandwich combo from a deli or bakery costs €6-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Maldron Hotel?
Leap Card bus/tram day pass costs €8 (single bus €2); from airport, the 16 bus to Clonliffe Road area is €2 (contactless or Leap Card).
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
May, June, September: warmest stable weather (15–20°C), lighter crowds than midsummer, and better hotel availability.
Top Attractions 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.