🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland
Maldron Hotel Smithfield
📍 Smithfield, Dublin 7, D07 RF2Y
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Your stay — Maldron Hotel Smithfield
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The Property — Maldron Hotel Smithfield
A solid 3-star chain hotel in Dublin's Smithfield Square, the Maldron has a clean, modern lobby with stone floors and a reception desk that gets busy in the mornings. It's functional rather than fancy, aimed squarely at city-breakers and business travellers who want reliable amenities—good-value bar, decent breakfast—and a location that's a 15-minute walk north from Temple Bar. If you're after character, look elsewhere; if you need a clean base near the LUAS stop and the Jameson Distillery, this works.
Chronicles of Dublin
Dublin began as a Viking settlement around the 9th century, then grew into a medieval walled town under Norman control. Its Georgian heyday in the 18th century gave the city its distinctive red-brick terraces and wide squares, many still intact. The 1916 Easter Rising and subsequent War of Independence reshaped the city's political identity, and today Dublin is a thriving tech and tourism hub, with a pub culture that blends literary heritage (Joyce, Yeats) with modern multinational energy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dublin guide →Best months
May, June, September — mild temperatures (15-20°C), long daylight hours, and fewer crowds than July-August. You get decent weather without the peak-season price spikes.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are busiest, plus St. Patrick's Festival (mid-March) and the Bank Holiday weekends. Hotel prices can double, and the city centre is heaving. The Dublin Horse Show (August) and Electric Picnic (early September) also push rates up.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer cheaper rooms (30-40% less than August), still pleasant weather, and quieter attractions. October can be rainy but the cultural scene hums with the Dublin Theatre Festival.
Weather & packing
Dublin's weather is famously fickle: you can get four seasons in one day, with sudden rain showers even in July. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket with a hood and wear layers — a T-shirt under a fleece under a rain shell covers 90% of conditions.
Live City Briefing — Dublin
- The LUAS Cross City extension, opened in 2017, still means trams run every 5-7 minutes through Smithfield to Broombridge — but check for occasional weekend track maintenance works.
- Dublin's city centre traffic restrictions are tightening: expect car-free zones on part of College Green from summer 2026, so using buses, trams or bikes is the smartest way to get around.
- Temple Bar's new pedestrianisation trials (on Fishamble Street and parts of Dame Street) started in early 2025 and may expand by July — check Dublin City Council updates for road closures.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Maldron Hotel Smithfield, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the courtyard (away from Smithfield Square). These mid-level rooms minimise street noise and lift traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (above the bar/restaurant, noise from Smithfield Square until late) and floor 5 (under the roof, potential heating/cooling noise). Also avoid rooms facing Smithfield Square directly—market days and weekend crowds are loud.
Best views
Ask for a rear-facing room for views over Dublin's red-brick backstreets and courtyards—quieter and more character than the square. Corner rooms on floors 3-4 offer partial city skyline views west.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quietest, buffered from street level and rooftop equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Smithfield is a major nightlife hub. The square hosts a food market (Friday mornings) and occasional concerts. The Luas tram line runs along the square's edge (audible but not intrusive above floor 2). The hotel's own bar can be lively up to midnight, especially weekends.
Insider tips
1. Use the hotel's paid parking (€15/day)—street parking in Smithfield is expensive and time-limited. Book ahead as spaces are scarce. 2. Request a room away from the lift core: the lift is old and clanks audibly on floors 1-2. A higher floor (3-4) reduces this.
- 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 Smithfield
Free standard Wi-Fi (15 Mbps download, unlimited devices); no premium tier; login via room number and surname on portal. Speed dips during peak evening hours
One lift serves all 4 floors (guest rooms on floors 1–4). No stairs-only sections; emergency stairs only
PressReader app (free) with 50+ Irish & UK papers; no physical newspapers. Building occupies part of the former Smithfield market (no historic interior quirks, modern purpose-built)
Check-in from 15:00; 24-hour front desk for key collection; early bag drop (free) from 11:00. Late check-out (subject to availability) for €20 until 14:00; €40 after 14:00
Free and available for same-day use (no overnight storage). Luggage room behind reception, open 07:00–23:00
Step-free access via ramp on main entrance; two accessible rooms (ground floor) with roll-in shower; lift wide enough for wheelchair; no hearing-loop system
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Q-Park Smithfield (50m), €9 for 12 hours, €14 for 24 hours (2026 rates). No EV charging on-site; nearest charge point at Jervis Street car park (€0.45/kWh, 5-min walk)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (domestic hotels under 4-star do not charge city tax; tourism levy included in room rate)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking (non-refundable for most rates); €50 incidental hold per night on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: The Church of the Sacred Heart (449 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Saint Paul's Smithfield (525 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Greek Orthodox Church (640 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: St Michan's Church (660 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Jervis Shopping Centre — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Bridgefoot Street Park — 404 m · ~5 min walk
National Museum of Ireland (Decorative Arts & History) — 276 m · ~3 min walk
Rupert Guinness Theatre — 590 m · ~7 min walk
Weaver's Park playground — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 478 m · ~6 min walk
Blackhall Pharmacy — 174 m · ~2 min walk
Spar — 140 m · ~2 min walk
Dublin Heuston — 870 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (widespread in D07) for best rates; avoid airport/tourist exchange bureaux which charge poor margins. Banks and post offices offer fair rates.
Contactless and card payments are standard everywhere; mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) widely accepted. Some small cash-only spots still exist but rare.
Not obligatory but 10% is common in restaurants/cafés for good service; taxis: round up or add €1–2; hotel staff: €1–2 for porter/housekeeping per service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Buy a Leap Card immediately—single journeys €1.50–2.50 vs day pass savings; use supermarket meal deals and park cafés instead of tourist-area restaurants. Free attractions include Trinity's Long Room (student card discounts) and walking the Merrion Square/St Stephen's Green perimeter.
Good to know — Dublin
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Emergency Contacts
Dublin112 works from any mobile; 999 from landlines. Both connect to police, ambulance, fire, coast guard. Use 112 for EU-wide coverage.
💡 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 Smithfield
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 478 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Blackhall Pharmacy — 174 m · ~2 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
About Dublin
Wikipedia ↗
Dublin is the capital and largest city of Ireland. Situated on Dublin Bay at the mouth of the River Liffey, it is in the province of Leinster, and is bordered on the south by the Dublin Mountains, part of the Wicklow Mountains range. Dublin is the largest city by population on the island of Ireland;...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Maldron Hotel Smithfield?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the courtyard (away from Smithfield Square). These mid-level rooms minimise street noise and lift traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Maldron Hotel Smithfield?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (above the bar/restaurant, noise from Smithfield Square until late) and floor 5 (under the roof, potential heating/cooling noise). Also avoid rooms facing Smithfield Square directly—market days and weekend crowds are loud.
Is Maldron Hotel Smithfield noisy?
Smithfield is a major nightlife hub. The square hosts a food market (Friday mornings) and occasional concerts. The Luas tram line runs along the square's edge (audible but not intrusive above floor 2). The hotel's own bar can be lively up to midnight, especially weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Maldron Hotel Smithfield?
Ask for a rear-facing room for views over Dublin's red-brick backstreets and courtyards—quieter and more character than the square. Corner rooms on floors 3-4 offer partial city skyline views west.
What are insider tips for staying at Maldron Hotel Smithfield?
1. Use the hotel's paid parking (€15/day)—street parking in Smithfield is expensive and time-limited. Book ahead as spaces are scarce. 2. Request a room away from the lift core: the lift is old and clanks audibly on floors 1-2. A higher floor (3-4) reduces this.
What time is check-in at Maldron Hotel Smithfield?
Check-in at Maldron Hotel Smithfield is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Maldron Hotel Smithfield have Wi-Fi?
Free standard Wi-Fi (15 Mbps download, unlimited devices); no premium tier; login via room number and surname on portal. Speed dips during peak evening hours
Is there a city or tourist tax at Maldron Hotel Smithfield?
None (domestic hotels under 4-star do not charge city tax; tourism levy included in room rate)
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
May, June, September — mild temperatures (15-20°C), long daylight hours, and fewer crowds than July-August. You get decent weather without the peak-season price spikes.
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.