🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland
The Green Hotel
📍 1-5 Harcourt St, Dublin 2
Photo: official website
Your stay — The Green Hotel
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The Property — The Green Hotel
The Green Hotel feels purposefully low-key: a converted Georgian townhouse on Harcourt Street, all pale walls, parquet floors and a small honesty bar off the lobby. The staff are brisk, not fussy, and there's a free coffee station that actually gets refreshed. It's a clean, solid three-star for anyone who wants a quiet, central base near St Stephen's Green without paying for frills they won't use.
Chronicles of Dublin
Dublin began as a Viking settlement around 841 AD, then grew into a walled Norman town. The 18th century gave it Georgian squares and wide streets, many now lined with pubs and shops that still carry that era's red-brick bones. After independence in 1922, the city sprawled outwards, but its core remains walkable, historic, and defined by a literary-musical pub culture that punches well above its size. Today it's a multilingual tech hub—Google and Facebook have their European HQs here—but the canal-side pace stays stubbornly Irish.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dublin guide →Best months
May, June and September: long daylight (sunset after 9pm in June), reliably mild, and the bulk of summer tourists haven't arrived or have already left.
Peak / festival surge
July and August, plus the week around St Patrick's Day (March 17). Hotels often double their rates. Events like Longitude and the All-Ireland finals in September also spike demand, but the main summer crush is families and budget tour groups.
Budget shoulder season
Late April, early May and September–October. Room rates drop 20–30%, queues at the Book of Kells vanish, and you still get decent weather (10–15°C). The Dublin Fringe in September adds some culture without the chaos.
Weather & packing
Dublin can flip from drizzle to hazy sun in under an hour, even in July. Always carry a compact waterproof jacket and a pair of comfortable, non-suede flats—no umbrella, the wind will break it.
Live City Briefing — Dublin
- Luas cross-city line extensions are ongoing near Phibsborough; no direct disruption on Harcourt Street but central tram stops may face weekend closures in July. Check the TFI website before you travel.
- The National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology on Kildare Street reopened its Viking and medieval galleries in spring 2026 after a two-year refurb. Free entry, and it's a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
- Temple Bar pubs are enforcing stricter capacity limits on summer weekends after noise complaints. Book a table for evening live music at places like The Porterhouse or The Palace Bar to avoid being turned away.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Green Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 (if available) facing the rear courtyard. These are high enough to avoid street-level noise and above the bar/restaurant on the ground floor.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor (especially front-facing) — street noise from Harcourt St is constant, and the bar/restaurant can be loud until late. Rooms directly above the lift or service staircase also pick up mechanical noise and foot traffic.
Best views
Rear courtyard — overlooks the back gardens of Harcourt St, green, peaceful, no traffic. Front-facing rooms look onto Harcourt St and the Luas tram line, which is busy.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. Typically, in a 4-storey building (no lift mentioned, so it’s walk-up), the higher floors are quieter as guests are less likely to pass by.
🔊 Noise notes
Harcourt St is a main road in Dublin 2, with constant traffic and the Luas tram running past. The hotel's ground-floor bar/restaurant is popular with locals, so expect pub noise until 11pm or later on weekends. The lack of a lift means ground-floor rooms are near the reception door and stairwell, which carries sound.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a top-floor room (3 or 4) — the walk-up keeps it quiet. 2. If you drive, book nearby parking in advance — Harcourt St has limited spaces and is in a controlled parking zone (CPZ) until 7pm Mon-Sat.
- 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 — The Green Hotel
Free standard Wi-Fi (enough for email/browsing, approx 10 Mbps). A premium 'GREEN+' tier costs €5 per 24h and gives 50 Mbps for streaming. No login needed on personal devices.
Two lifts serve all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader at the lobby iPad stations. Physical copies of The Irish Times are available in the breakfast room on weekdays only.
Check-in from 15:00. Early bag drop is free. Late check-out until 13:00 costs €30; after 13:00 charges an extra night.
Free for same-day arrival or departure. Overnight storage not available.
Step-free entry via the main door (ramp available on request). One accessible guest room on floor 1. Lifts are wide enough for a standard wheelchair. No hearing-loop system.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Q-Park Harcourt (2-minute walk), open 24h, costs €15 for a full day. No EV charging on hotel grounds.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment is taken at booking; a €50 per night incidental hold is placed on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Unitarian Church (512 m · ~6 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Dublin Zen Centre (544 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: St Werburgh's (716 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Lord of the Harvest Church (845 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Stephen's Green Shopping Centre — 227 m · ~3 min walk
Dubh Linn Garden — 475 m · ~6 min walk
Civic Museum — 117 m · ~1 min walk
Gaiety Theatre — 149 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Permanent TSB — 81 m · ~1 min walk
Mercer — 187 m · ~2 min walk
Spar — 189 m · ~2 min walk
Tara Street — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Change money at post offices or bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport exchange bureaux and tourist-area kiosks that give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are accepted everywhere, contactless and mobile pay are very common; Amex may be refused in smaller shops.
Restaurants: 10-15% if service not included (check bill); taxis: round up to nearest euro; hotel staff: not expected but €1-2 for porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso or flat white from a takeaway coffee stand or chain cafe costs around €3.00-€3.50.
A filled baguette or sandwich from a deli counter with a drink costs about €7-€9.
A main course in a casual pub or family-run Italian restaurant runs €14-€18.
Temple Bar and Aungier Street have stalls and casual spots serving burritos, bao buns, and falafel for €6-€10.
Lidl and Aldi have multiple branches within a 10-minute walk on George’s Street and Camden Street.
Dublin’s main high street is Grafton Street (Penneys/Primark, H&M) plus the large thrift stores on Camden Street for second-hand bargains.
A Leap Card gives a single bus/tram fare of €1.30 and a day cap of €5.00; from the airport, the 16 or 41 bus costs €2.00-€2.50 with a Leap Card (best value).
Buy a Leap Card on arrival for discounted public transport; avoid eating on Temple Bar’s main street where prices are inflated; do your grocery shopping at Lidl or Aldi rather than convenience stores.
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Emergency Contacts
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💡 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 The Green Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Permanent TSB — 81 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Mercer — 187 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 The Green Hotel?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 (if available) facing the rear courtyard. These are high enough to avoid street-level noise and above the bar/restaurant on the ground floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Green Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the first floor (especially front-facing) — street noise from Harcourt St is constant, and the bar/restaurant can be loud until late. Rooms directly above the lift or service staircase also pick up mechanical noise and foot traffic.
Is The Green Hotel noisy?
Harcourt St is a main road in Dublin 2, with constant traffic and the Luas tram running past. The hotel's ground-floor bar/restaurant is popular with locals, so expect pub noise until 11pm or later on weekends. The lack of a lift means ground-floor rooms are near the reception door and stairwell, which carries sound.
Which rooms have the best views at The Green Hotel?
Rear courtyard — overlooks the back gardens of Harcourt St, green, peaceful, no traffic. Front-facing rooms look onto Harcourt St and the Luas tram line, which is busy.
What are insider tips for staying at The Green Hotel?
1. Ask for a top-floor room (3 or 4) — the walk-up keeps it quiet. 2. If you drive, book nearby parking in advance — Harcourt St has limited spaces and is in a controlled parking zone (CPZ) until 7pm Mon-Sat.
What time is check-in at The Green Hotel?
Check-in at The Green Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Green Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free standard Wi-Fi (enough for email/browsing, approx 10 Mbps). A premium 'GREEN+' tier costs €5 per 24h and gives 50 Mbps for streaming. No login needed on personal devices.
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Green Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near The Green Hotel?
A filled baguette or sandwich from a deli counter with a drink costs about €7-€9.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Green Hotel?
A Leap Card gives a single bus/tram fare of €1.30 and a day cap of €5.00; from the airport, the 16 or 41 bus costs €2.00-€2.50 with a Leap Card (best value).
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
May, June and September: long daylight (sunset after 9pm in June), reliably mild, and the bulk of summer tourists haven't arrived or have already left.
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.