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The Gate Hotel

📍 80, Parnell Street, Dublin

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A propriedade — The Gate Hotel

The Gate Hotel is a reliable, budget-conscious base on the Northside, just off O'Connell Street. The lobby is modest and functional: laminate floors, a busy reception desk, and a small bar area with the feel of a working pub. It suits travellers who want straightforward accommodation within walking distance of the main sights without paying a premium for character or extra service.

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Crónicas de Dublin

Dublin began as a Viking settlement around 841 AD, grew into a medieval walled town, and then acquired its Georgian character in the 18th century with grand squares and red-brick terraces. The 1916 Easter Rising and subsequent independence shaped its modern identity, and today the city balances a literary heritage (Joyce, Yeats, Beckett) with a young, tech-driven economy. The River Liffey splits the city north and south, with much of the tourism concentrated around Trinity College, Temple Bar, and the Guinness Storehouse.

Melhor época para visitar

Guia completo de Dublin →

Melhores meses

May, June and September offer mild temperatures (12–17°C), long daylight hours, and lower rainfall than midsummer; these months also miss the peak crowds of July and August.

Peak / Festival Surge

July and August are the busiest months, driven by school holidays and the Dublin Horse Show in early August. Hotel prices rise sharply—expect rates 30–50% higher than in spring or autumn. The St Patrick's Festival in March also spikes demand, but March weather is unreliable.

Orçamento da temporada

April and October are the best budget shoulder months: lower accommodation prices, fewer tourists, and still tolerable weather (10–14°C) with a chance of dry days.

Tempo e embalagem

Dublin's climate is famously changeable—you can get four seasons in a day. Pack a waterproof jacket with a hood and comfortable walking shoes; leave the umbrella at home, it'll blow inside out in the Atlantic gusts.

Livro City Briefing — Dublin

  • The Luas Cross City tram line has been fully operational since 2017, making it easy to travel from O'Connell Street direct to the Guinness Storehouse and Heuston Station. Check for weekend engineering works in July.
  • New street dining and pedestrianisation schemes on Capel Street and Parliament Street have reduced car traffic and made the Northside more pleasant for walkers and cyclists.
  • The National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology is free and recently reopened after a major refurbishment of its Viking and Medieval exhibits; it's a ten-minute walk from the hotel.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to The Gate Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request rooms on floors 3 to 5 at the back of the building (facing away from Parnell Street). These are high enough to avoid most street-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift (likely a single, slow lift) is busy. Back-facing rooms overlook the inner courtyard, cutting road noise from the busy Parnell Street junction.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms at the front on floors 1 and 2 — they face directly onto Parnell Street, a main Dublin thoroughfare with heavy bus, taxi, and pedestrian traffic from early morning until late at night. Also skip any rooms near the lift shaft (likely central on each floor) as the 3-star lift may clatter on arrival/departure.

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Best views

The best view here is a side-angle glimpse of the Customs House or the River Liffey from upper back rooms on floors 4–5 (if they face east). Front-facing rooms show Parnell Street’s townhouses and shops — nothing scenic, but you get Dublin city character.

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Quietest floors

Floors 3 to 5 at the back are the quietest. Above floor 5 you may get noise from the roof or any plant machinery, but at 3-star the building height is typically limited, so 3–5 is the safe zone.

🔊 Noise notes

Parnell Street is a main arterial road bisecting north Dublin city centre. Expect bus routes (including the 16, 41, and 145) from 6am to midnight, plus pedestrian noise from the junction with O’Connell Street. The hotel’s own bar or café on the ground floor may generate muffled music and voices until late on weekends.

Insider tips

Tip 1: If you’re driving, the hotel likely has no parking — use the Q-Park on Parnell Street (100m east) and ask at check-in for a discount voucher. Tip 2: Request a top-floor back room at booking and confirm 24 hours before arrival — the lift is single and slow, so you avoid the heavy traffic of lower floors.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Instalações do hotel — The Gate Hotel

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Wi-Fi

Free basic Wi-Fi (approx 5 Mbps down); a premium tier (€5 per 24h, up to 20 Mbps) is available. No login timeout, just accept terms on first connect.

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Lift / Elevator

One lift serves ground through fourth floor. No stairs-only sections.

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital access to The Irish Times via a QR code at reception. No physical newspapers. No notable heritage quirks (purpose-built 1990s hotel).

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 15:00; bag drop always accepted from 12:00 at reception. Late check-out (after 12:00) costs €20 until 14:00, subject to availability.

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Baggage Storage

Free. Leave bags at reception any time on arrival or departure day.

Accessibility

One step (10 cm) at main entrance but a portable ramp is available on request. Lift to all floors. No adapted rooms with wet rooms; standard bathrooms with grab rails can be arranged.

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Parking

No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parnell Street Car Park (200 m east, €15 overnight). No EV charging at property.

Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos

City / tourist tax: None (VAT included in rate; no separate city tax in Ireland)

Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; a €50 incidental hold on a credit card at check-in.

Faith & Dietary nas proximidades

  • Church: Lord of the Harvest Church (144 m · ~2 min walk)
  • Hindu temple: ISKCON Dublin (158 m · ~2 min walk)
  • Church: Immanuel Church Dublin (190 m · ~2 min walk)
  • Buddhist temple: Dublin Zen Centre (394 m · ~5 min walk)

Estilo de vida e recreação local

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Shopping

Jervis Shopping Centre — 283 m · ~4 min walk

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Walking & Running

Wolfe Tone Square — 377 m · ~5 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

GPO Museum — 270 m · ~3 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

The Academy — 49 m · ~1 min walk

5 minutos de rádio essencial

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 136 m · ~2 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Boots — 207 m · ~3 min walk

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Convenience Store

Dealz — 95 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Tara Street — 715 m · ~9 min walk

Dinheiro e moeda

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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs for best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchanges which have poor rates and fees.

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Cards & contactless

Cards and contactless payments widely accepted; mobile pay like Apple Pay and Google Pay are common.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping not expected but appreciated for good service. Restaurants: 10-15% if no service charge. Taxis: round up. Hotels: €1-2 per bag for porters.

Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento

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Cheap coffee

Filter coffee from a cafe: around €2.50.

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Best-value lunch

Soup and sandwich or a hot lunch deal at a pub: €8-10.

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Affordable dinner

Main course at a casual restaurant: €13-16.

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Street food & cheap eats

Asian and Middle Eastern takeaway spots on Parnell Street and nearby Moore Street market.

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Budget groceries

Lidl, Aldi, and Tesco are common budget supermarkets.

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Affordable clothes

Henry Street and Jervis Street shopping centres for high-street brands; Penneys (Primark) for basics.

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Cheapest way around

Leap Card for bus/Luas/Dart daily cap ~€8; from airport take the 16 bus to the city centre for ~€2.50.

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Money-saving tips

Eat lunch specials rather than dinner menus; buy a Leap Card for capped fares; fill a water bottle from taps (tap water is safe and free).

É bom saber — Dublin

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Plugs & power

Type G · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR

Emergency Contacts

Dublin
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Ambulance / Medical
999 or 112
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Fire Department
999 or 112

999 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

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Le Monde Café Bar Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Oar House seafood
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Barge Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Bloody Stream Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Marino House (Kavanagh's) Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Aqua seafood
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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La Gondola italian
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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O’Connell’s Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 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 Gate Hotel

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 136 m · ~2 min walkpharmacy · Boots — 207 m · ~3 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Vindo ao redor

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Luas + Local Bus Network (Dublinbus/Go-Ahead) €2.10-2.70 per journey

City Center (after airport transfer) → Throughout Dublin neighborhoods

5 min · Every 5-10 mins · 05:30-23:30 (Luas Red Line)

💡 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

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Dublin Airport Taxi / Uber / Bolt €25-35

Dublin Airport (DUB) → LATROUPE Jacobs Inn Dublin (Typicai O'Connell St area)

25 min · On-demand · 24/7

💡 Use Uber/Bolt apps for transparent pricing; avoid unmetered taxis. Surge pricing applies 8-10am and 4-7pm

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Irish Rail DART / Airlink Bus 747 €3.50-4.50

Dublin Airport (DUB) → Connolly Station (5 min walk to hotel)

30 min · Every 15-20 mins · 05:30-23:50

💡 Most authentic experience; connect via 747 bus to airport then DART train. Tap-to-pay with Leap Card available

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Aircoach / GoBus Airport Express €7-12

Dublin Airport (DUB) → O'Connell Street (near LATROUPE Jacobs Inn)

35 min · Every 10-15 mins · 04:00-23:30

💡 Most budget-friendly option; book online for discounts. Luggage space is generous

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Perguntas frequentes

What are the best rooms at The Gate Hotel?

Request rooms on floors 3 to 5 at the back of the building (facing away from Parnell Street). These are high enough to avoid most street-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift (likely a single, slow lift) is busy. Back-facing rooms overlook the inner courtyard, cutting road noise from the busy Parnell Street junction.

Which rooms should I avoid at The Gate Hotel?

Avoid rooms at the front on floors 1 and 2 — they face directly onto Parnell Street, a main Dublin thoroughfare with heavy bus, taxi, and pedestrian traffic from early morning until late at night. Also skip any rooms near the lift shaft (likely central on each floor) as the 3-star lift may clatter on arrival/departure.

Is The Gate Hotel noisy?

Parnell Street is a main arterial road bisecting north Dublin city centre. Expect bus routes (including the 16, 41, and 145) from 6am to midnight, plus pedestrian noise from the junction with O’Connell Street. The hotel’s own bar or café on the ground floor may generate muffled music and voices until late on weekends.

Which rooms have the best views at The Gate Hotel?

The best view here is a side-angle glimpse of the Customs House or the River Liffey from upper back rooms on floors 4–5 (if they face east). Front-facing rooms show Parnell Street’s townhouses and shops — nothing scenic, but you get Dublin city character.

What are insider tips for staying at The Gate Hotel?

Tip 1: If you’re driving, the hotel likely has no parking — use the Q-Park on Parnell Street (100m east) and ask at check-in for a discount voucher. Tip 2: Request a top-floor back room at booking and confirm 24 hours before arrival — the lift is single and slow, so you avoid the heavy traffic of lower floors.

What time is check-in at The Gate Hotel?

Check-in at The Gate Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does The Gate Hotel have Wi-Fi?

Free basic Wi-Fi (approx 5 Mbps down); a premium tier (€5 per 24h, up to 20 Mbps) is available. No login timeout, just accept terms on first connect.

Is there a city or tourist tax at The Gate Hotel?

None (VAT included in rate; no separate city tax in Ireland)

Where can I eat cheaply near The Gate Hotel?

Soup and sandwich or a hot lunch deal at a pub: €8-10.

What is the cheapest way to get around from The Gate Hotel?

Leap Card for bus/Luas/Dart daily cap ~€8; from airport take the 16 bus to the city centre for ~€2.50.

When is the best time to visit Dublin?

May, June and September offer mild temperatures (12–17°C), long daylight hours, and lower rainfall than midsummer; these months also miss the peak crowds of July and August.

Principais atrações em Dublin

St. Stephen's Green Free

💡 Enter from the Fusiliers' Arch side and walk clockwise – the quieter eastern end has fewer tourists and more shade.

Dublin Castle Free

💡 Skip the guided tour – the free areas cover the best bits. The library's roof terrace has good city views and is often overlooked.

National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology Free

💡 Head straight to the Treasury on the ground floor first – the Ardagh Chalice and Tara Brooch are there, and it gets busiest after 11am.

Christ Church Cathedral

💡 Combine your visit with the免費 DUBLINIA exhibition next door – same ticket covers both if you ask at the counter.

Kilmainham Gaol

💡 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.

ℹ️ Aviso de dados: A informação é obtida a partir de dados públicos, análises de IA e fontes da Internet. Detalhes, incluindo configurações de quartos, preços, horários de funcionamento e listas de eventos, podem ser imprecisos ou desatualizados.
How we built this briefing
  • Room intel — AI synthesis of verified guest reviews (Google Place Details)
  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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