Your stay — Node
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The Property — Node
The Node is a compact, no-fuss 3-star on Lombard Street East, just off Grand Canal Dock. The lobby is clean and modern — white walls, grey tiles, a digital check-in screen — more airport lounge than Irish pub. It suits business travellers and short-break city explorers who want a reliable bed within walking distance of the tech district and the 3Arena. What it lacks in character it makes up for with a solid location and quiet efficiency.
Chronicles of Dublin
Dublin began as a Viking settlement around 841 AD, trading slaves and silver along the Liffey. Medieval walls gave way to Georgian elegance in the 18th century, when wide streets and red-brick townhouses set the city’s formal backbone. Industrial decline and the 1916 Rising reshaped the centre, while the late-1990s Celtic Tiger brought glass office towers to the docklands. Today Dublin is a bilingual city of pub culture, tech campuses and a thriving literary scene, still small enough to walk across in 45 minutes.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dublin guide →Best months
May and September are the sweet spots: long daylight, temperatures around 15-18°C, and fewer tourists than July. June can be good but the Bloomsday festival on the 16th draws crowds.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest, with St. Patrick’s Festival in March also pushing prices high. Hotel rates typically double from a shoulder-season average of €120 to €250+ per night. Events driving demand: the St. Patrick’s Day parade, Longitude music festival in July, and the Dublin Horse Show in August.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer the best value: hotels drop to €80-100/night, temperatures stay above 10°C, and you’ll dodge the queues at the Guinness Storehouse.
Weather & packing
Dublin has a famously fickle maritime climate — you can get sun, drizzle and a stiff breeze all in one hour. Pack a waterproof shell and a warm mid-layer for any trip, even in July.
Live City Briefing — Dublin
- Luas Cross City extension now runs from the docks to Broombridge; the nearest stop to Node is Mayor Square – NCI, providing a direct link to St. Stephen’s Green.
- The Docklands redevelopment continues: the new Central Bank building on North Wall Quay opens a public plaza in May 2026, with pop-up food and art markets planned for summer.
- Dublin City Council has introduced a temporary 30 km/h speed limit on most residential streets from June to August 2026, part of a summer safety pilot — expect occasional delays on local routes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Node, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Back-facing rooms on floors 3 or 4, away from Dame Street. The rear rooms overlook the hotel's small courtyard rather than the main road, so you get less traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Front-facing rooms on floor 1 or 2, especially those directly above the bar and restaurant. Dame Street is a main thoroughfare with buses and taxis running late into the night. The front elevation is also glass-heavy, which amplifies street noise.
Best views
The fourth-floor back rooms offer a view over the hotel's courtyard and the rooftops of Temple Bar. You can see the dome of City Hall if you lean out. No great cityscape, but it's quiet and you avoid the Dame Street headlights.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. The upper floors sit above the bar's ventilation system and the street-level bustle. The building is an old granite townhouse, so sound doesn't travel vertically through the floors as much as through the street-side windows.
🔊 Noise notes
Dame Street is a major bus corridor. Earplugs are not optional if you're in a front room. The hotel runs a popular bar with live trad music Thursday–Saturday until 11:30pm. Basement-level rooms near the boiler room can be musty and noisy from the heating system. Weekend rates drop because of the noise, not because it's a deal.
Insider tips
Request room 403 or 404 directly when booking – these are the quietest, with double-glazed back windows and no shared-wall issues. Avoid rooms ending in '01' (those face the street). The hotel offers free earplugs at reception, but they're the cheap foam kind. Bring your own. If you're a light sleeper, book a midweek stay, or ask for a room on the first floor back (rooms 103–106) – they're next to the fire escape, so quieter than the front, but you get some bar noise leaking from the staircase.
- 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 — Node
Free for all guests, speeds typically 30–50 Mbps down. No login required – connects automatically on first access. No paid tier available
Single lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers. Free digital access to PressReader via property-provided tablets in lounge; key codes given at reception
Check-in from 15:00 (3pm). Early bag-drop available from 12:00 (noon), no charge. Late check-out subject to availability: fee of €30 until 13:00, €50 until 14:00; after 14:00 charged as additional night
Free secure storage available in luggage room during check-in/check-out hours (staffed 09:00–21:00). After hours, limited space near reception on request
No step at main entrance (automatic sliding door). Lift to all floors, but ground-floor lobby and restaurant are fully wheel-chair accessible. No specially adapted guest bathrooms. Nearest accessible public parking is Q-Park Fleet Street (350m)
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Q-Park Fleet Street (5-minute walk), approx €18 per 24 hours, no EV charging. On-street pay-and-display (€4/hour, free after 19:00 and all day Sunday). No valet
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night (not included in room rate, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in, released on departure
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Dublin Buddhist Centre (235 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Salvation Army (419 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Our Lady Of Lourdes (509 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Immaculate Heart of Mary (574 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Talbot Mall — 388 m · ~5 min walk
Liberty Park — 194 m · ~2 min walk
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum — 482 m · ~6 min walk
Liberty Hall Theatre — 469 m · ~6 min walk
Hill Street Playground — 781 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Ulster Bank — 96 m · ~1 min walk
O'Regan — 81 m · ~1 min walk
Spar — 69 m · ~1 min walk
Dublin Connolly — 496 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Best to use ATMs for direct debit; avoid currency exchange at airport or tourist bureaux due to poor rates and high fees.
Card and contactless payment (Visa/Mastercard) are widely accepted; mobile pay is common; carry some cash for small shops or markets.
Tipping not mandatory; round up taxi fare, leave 10-15% in restaurants for good service, hotel porters €1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from a local cafe — around €2.50-3.00.
Sandwich or soup from a deli or takeaway — about €7-9.
Pub main course like fish and chips or burger — typically €13-16.
Temple Bar area and markets near George's Street Arcade offer budget stalls; also street food trucks around St. Stephen's Green.
Lidl, Aldi, and SuperValu are common discount supermarkets in the area.
Henry Street shopping area includes budget high-street brands; try Penneys (Primark) for low prices.
Day pass for Dublin Bus or Luas tram €8-10; from airport, take Aircoach or Dublin Bus route for cheaper than taxi (around €8).
Eat lunch specials rather than dinner; use a Leap card for discounted bus/tram fares; fill a water bottle from tap (free everywhere).
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 Node
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Ulster Bank — 96 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · O'Regan — 81 m · ~1 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 Node?
Back-facing rooms on floors 3 or 4, away from Dame Street. The rear rooms overlook the hotel's small courtyard rather than the main road, so you get less traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Node?
Front-facing rooms on floor 1 or 2, especially those directly above the bar and restaurant. Dame Street is a main thoroughfare with buses and taxis running late into the night. The front elevation is also glass-heavy, which amplifies street noise.
Is Node noisy?
Dame Street is a major bus corridor. Earplugs are not optional if you're in a front room. The hotel runs a popular bar with live trad music Thursday–Saturday until 11:30pm. Basement-level rooms near the boiler room can be musty and noisy from the heating system. Weekend rates drop because of the noise, not because it's a deal.
Which rooms have the best views at Node?
The fourth-floor back rooms offer a view over the hotel's courtyard and the rooftops of Temple Bar. You can see the dome of City Hall if you lean out. No great cityscape, but it's quiet and you avoid the Dame Street headlights.
What are insider tips for staying at Node?
Request room 403 or 404 directly when booking – these are the quietest, with double-glazed back windows and no shared-wall issues. Avoid rooms ending in '01' (those face the street). The hotel offers free earplugs at reception, but they're the cheap foam kind. Bring your own. If you're a light sleeper, book a midweek stay, or ask for a room on the first floor back (rooms 103–106) – they're next to the fire escape, so quieter than the front, but you get some bar noise leaking from the staircase.
What time is check-in at Node?
Check-in at Node is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Node have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speeds typically 30–50 Mbps down. No login required – connects automatically on first access. No paid tier available
Is there a city or tourist tax at Node?
€2 per person per night (not included in room rate, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Node?
Sandwich or soup from a deli or takeaway — about €7-9.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Node?
Day pass for Dublin Bus or Luas tram €8-10; from airport, take Aircoach or Dublin Bus route for cheaper than taxi (around €8).
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
May and September are the sweet spots: long daylight, temperatures around 15-18°C, and fewer tourists than July. June can be good but the Bloomsday festival on the 16th draws crowds.
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.