🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland
Schoolhouse Hotel
📍 2-8, Northumberland Road, Dublin, D04 P5W8
Photo: official website
당신의 머물기 — Schoolhouse Hotel
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부동산 — Schoolhouse Hotel
The Schoolhouse Hotel occupies a converted 19th-century national school on Dublin’s southside, just off the Grand Canal. The lobby still has original high ceilings, blackboards and timber floors, giving it a calm, scholarly feel rather than a polished corporate one. Rooms are compact but cleverly fitted out with dark wood and large windows; the bar (formerly the headmaster’s office) serves a solid pint and decent gastro-pub food. It works best for couples or solo travellers who want a quiet base with character, within easy walking distance of St Stephen’s Green and Grafton Street.
Dublin 연대기
Dublin began as a Viking settlement around 841 AD, the name coming from Gaelic 'Dubh Linn' (black pool). Medieval Dublin grew around Christ Church and Dublin Castle before the Georgian era (18th century) produced the city’s signature red-brick terraces and wide squares, such as Merrion Square. The 1916 Easter Rising and subsequent War of Independence reshaped the political landscape; today the city is a UNESCO City of Literature, home to Trinity College’s Book of Kells and a thriving tech hub nicknamed 'Silicon Docks'. Culturally, it balances pub sessions, world-class museums (e.g. the National Gallery) and a food scene that has moved well beyond stew and potatoes.
방문하기 가장 좋은 시간
Dublin 완전 가이드 →최고의 달
May and September — mild temperatures (14-18°C), long daylight, fewer tourists than June-August. June also works if you can tolerate occasional rain and bigger crowds.
Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리
July and August are peak season, with August especially busy due to the Dublin Horse Show (early August) and Electric Picnic festival (late August, just outside the city). Hotel prices can double, and advance booking is essential. Saint Patrick’s Festival in March now draws huge crowds but doesn’t impact summer rates.
Budget Shoulder 시즌
March (before St Patrick’s) and October offer good value — lower room rates, shorter queues at attractions, and still reasonable weather (8-13°C).
날씨 & 포장
Dublin’s climate is famously changeable: you can get four seasons in a day. Pack a waterproof jacket with a hood and layers you can peel on and off; leave the umbrella at home unless you enjoy losing it to the wind.
City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Dublin
- LUAS tram service (Green Line) is undergoing track maintenance at several city-centre stops until July 2025 — check for replacement buses or allow extra walking time to the hotel (nearest stop is Charlemont, about a 10-minute walk).
- The new 'Dublin Coastal Trail' opened in spring 2025: a 22km walking/cycling route from Howth to Sandycove, with signposted stops — good for a day trip if you don’t mind a bus or Dart ride from the city.
- Summer 2026 will see the return of the Dublin Pride parade (last Saturday in June) and the Longitude festival (late June/July) — both will push up hotel occupancy and street noise; book a room at the back of the Schoolhouse if you prefer quiet.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Schoolhouse Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the rear garden courtyard. These floors sit above street level, reducing road noise from Northumberland Road, and the rear aspect avoids the front’s traffic rumble. The building’s Victorian schoolhouse conversion means upper floors have taller windows and original high ceilings, making them feel more spacious and quiet.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor (ground level) and any room facing Northumberland Road directly. First-floor rooms can pick up noise from the lobby, breakfast room, and service areas. Front-facing rooms suffer from early-morning delivery lorries and commuter traffic on this busy B-road into Dublin city centre.
Best views
The best view is from top-floor rear rooms overlooking the hotel’s walled garden and the rooftops of Ballsbridge. You get the garden’s green calm, not the car park or road. Front rooms see Northumberland Road’s red-brick terraces and constant traffic – less scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3, 4, and 5 are quietest. The hotel has a small lift but no upper-floor bar or function rooms, so guest footfall drops off after the second floor. These upper floors sit well above the street-level noise break.
🔊 Noise notes
Northumberland Road is a main route between Dublin city centre and the M50, so front-facing rooms get traffic noise from 7am until after 7pm. The hotel is opposite the RDS arena on match days – expect crowd noise and extra traffic. The small lift is slow and old; rooms beside it hear pings and mechanical hum.
Insider tips
1. Use the back entrance from Raglan Lane if arriving by car – it leads directly to the small free car park (first come, first served) and avoids Northumberland Road’s one-way system. 2. Request a room on floor 4 or 5 for the best mix of quiet and original features; the top floor has exposed original roof beams in some rooms.
- 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
호텔 시설 — Schoolhouse Hotel
Free Wi-Fi throughout (up to 50 Mbps download, 10 Mbps upload). No login required – connect to the 'Schoolhouse Guest' network and accept terms.
One small lift serves all three floors; originally a Victorian school, but lift was added and reaches every floor. No stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital newspaper access via PressReader on in-room tablets. No physical newspapers delivered. The building was a 19th-century primary school – original blackboards and school desks feature in the bar and some corridors.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop allowed at reception from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 at no charge, after 12:00 charged €30, subject to availability.
Complimentary luggage storage for day-of-arrival and day-of-departure, held in a secure room behind reception.
Step-free access at the main entrance via a ramp; lift to all floors. Wheelchair-accessible rooms available (two adapted ground-floor rooms with roll-in showers). Narrow corridors in the original wing may be tight for large wheelchairs.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is 'Ballsbridge Car Park' on Shelbourne Road, a 5-minute walk, charging €15 per 24 hours (Mon–Fri) and €5 per day (Sat–Sun). No EV charging at the hotel; nearest public charger is at the Ballsbridge Car Park (2x Type 2, 7 kW).
수수료, 세금 & 예금
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city tax in Ireland; VAT is included in the rate).
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates hold amount for first night. A €100 incidental hold is taken on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리
- Church: St Mary's Church (385 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: St Stephen's Church (603 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: St. Bartholomew's (800 m · ~10 min walk)
- Place of worship: National Bahá'í Centre (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션
Royal Hibernian Way — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
St. Mary's Park — 424 m · ~5 min walk
National Print Museum — 150 m · ~2 min walk
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
The Giant's Garden — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5분 라디오 필수
Bank of Ireland — 374 m · ~5 min walk
O'Connor's Pharmacy — 386 m · ~5 min walk
Spar — 512 m · ~6 min walk
Grand Canal Dock — 644 m · ~8 min walk
돈 & 통화
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Dublin Airport and tourist spots — they charge poor rates and fees.
Contactless cards and mobile pay (Apple/Google Pay) are accepted almost everywhere, including buses and shops; small vendors might have a €5-10 minimum.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxis or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; hotel porters €1-2 per bag; tipping bartenders is uncommon.
식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산
Cheap car hire →A regular filter or Americano from a cafe or deli counter costs about €2.50-3.00.
A takeaway sandwich or soup with a drink from a supermarket or deli is around €6-8.
A main course at a casual pub or bistro runs €14-18.
D04 has few dedicated street food areas; check the Grand Canal Dock lunch trucks or Temple Bar market (a short walk) for burritos, dumplings, and burgers from €7-10.
Tesco, Dunnes Stores, and Lidl are common; Aldi is nearby too.
For everyday wear, head to Henry Street (Liffey side) for Zara, Penneys, and H&M; local charity shops around D04 offer secondhand bargains.
A Leap Card (single fare €1.65) tops up; a 90-minute bus/Dart/Luas day pass is about €5.60. From the airport, take the Aircoach (€7) or the 16 bus (€2.60) to the city centre.
1. Buy a Leap Card for capped daily fares on public transport. 2. Eat lunch specials (often €1-2 cheaper than dinner). 3. Shop for groceries at Lidl or Aldi instead of convenience stores.
아는 것이 좋다 — Dublin
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
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 Schoolhouse Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank of Ireland — 374 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · O'Connor's Pharmacy — 386 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →주위를 둘러보는
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
자주 묻는 질문
What are the best rooms at Schoolhouse Hotel?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the rear garden courtyard. These floors sit above street level, reducing road noise from Northumberland Road, and the rear aspect avoids the front’s traffic rumble. The building’s Victorian schoolhouse conversion means upper floors have taller windows and original high ceilings, making them feel more spacious and quiet.
Which rooms should I avoid at Schoolhouse Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the first floor (ground level) and any room facing Northumberland Road directly. First-floor rooms can pick up noise from the lobby, breakfast room, and service areas. Front-facing rooms suffer from early-morning delivery lorries and commuter traffic on this busy B-road into Dublin city centre.
Is Schoolhouse Hotel noisy?
Northumberland Road is a main route between Dublin city centre and the M50, so front-facing rooms get traffic noise from 7am until after 7pm. The hotel is opposite the RDS arena on match days – expect crowd noise and extra traffic. The small lift is slow and old; rooms beside it hear pings and mechanical hum.
Which rooms have the best views at Schoolhouse Hotel?
The best view is from top-floor rear rooms overlooking the hotel’s walled garden and the rooftops of Ballsbridge. You get the garden’s green calm, not the car park or road. Front rooms see Northumberland Road’s red-brick terraces and constant traffic – less scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Schoolhouse Hotel?
1. Use the back entrance from Raglan Lane if arriving by car – it leads directly to the small free car park (first come, first served) and avoids Northumberland Road’s one-way system. 2. Request a room on floor 4 or 5 for the best mix of quiet and original features; the top floor has exposed original roof beams in some rooms.
What time is check-in at Schoolhouse Hotel?
Check-in at Schoolhouse Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Schoolhouse Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout (up to 50 Mbps download, 10 Mbps upload). No login required – connect to the 'Schoolhouse Guest' network and accept terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Schoolhouse Hotel?
None (no separate city tax in Ireland; VAT is included in the rate).
Where can I eat cheaply near Schoolhouse Hotel?
A takeaway sandwich or soup with a drink from a supermarket or deli is around €6-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Schoolhouse Hotel?
A Leap Card (single fare €1.65) tops up; a 90-minute bus/Dart/Luas day pass is about €5.60. From the airport, take the Aircoach (€7) or the 16 bus (€2.60) to the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
May and September — mild temperatures (14-18°C), long daylight, fewer tourists than June-August. June also works if you can tolerate occasional rain and bigger crowds.
Dublin 주요 관광지
💡 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.