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Central Dublin
Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin ★★★★
Dublin
A central Dublin hotel with a highly rated location and a generous breakfast buffet.
Family Friendly hotels · City of Dublin · Ireland
We reviewed 155 hotels in Dublin and picked the 50 best for families.
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Central Dublin
Dublin
A central Dublin hotel with a highly rated location and a generous breakfast buffet.
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Central 5-star
Dublin
5-star comfort on Grafton Street, with a 10/10 location rating from guests.
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Historic Luxury
Dublin
A grand 5-star stay on St Stephen's Green with timeless elegance, superb breakfast and attentive service.
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Georgian elegance
Dublin
A 5-star Georgian stay with a garden courtyard, indoor pool, and a top-rated restaurant — right on Merrion Square.
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Great location & spa
Dublin
A well-located Dublin hotel with river views, a spa, and a highly rated breakfast, just a short walk from the city centre.
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Free parking
Dublin
A 4-star hotel beside Croke Park with free parking, modern rooms, and a handy location for exploring Dublin.
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Central & Stylish
Dublin
A trendy, central Dublin hotel with a great location for exploring Temple Bar and beyond.
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Quiet Central Stay
Dublin
Quietly positioned near Christ Church Cathedral, this 4-star hotel earns its highest marks for breakfast and location.
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Central & quiet
Dublin
Central Dublin hotel with soundproofed rooms and free Wi-Fi, a short walk from the city's main sights.
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Great location
Dublin
A well-located Dublin hotel with clean, spacious rooms and a helpful team, close to the Point and the city center.
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Central Dublin
Dublin
A central Dublin 4-star with a strong location score, steps from shopping and close to nightlife.
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Budget & Social
Dublin
Design-led budget stay in Smithfield with a buzzing bar, free Wi-Fi and a 5-minute walk to the Jameson Distillery.
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Luxury Stay
Dublin
5-star retreat with a spa, indoor pool, and top-rated service in Dublin.
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Central & Refined
Dublin
A refined five-star stay near St Stephen's Green, with spacious rooms and a highly praised breakfast.
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Top Rated
Dublin
A well-reviewed Dublin hotel with a 9-rated dining scene and a handy location near the city centre.
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Historic 4-star
Dublin
A castle stay in Dublin's calm Clontarf, with easy airport access and a praised breakfast.
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Central 5-star
Dublin
A polished 5-star stay right on St Stephen's Green, with standout service and a bar worth lingering in.
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Guest favourite
Dublin
A polished Liberties base with a top-rated restaurant, fitness centre and easy access to Guinness Storehouse.
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Eco Stay
Dublin
Eco-friendly base in Temple Bar with a strong dining scene and walkable access to Dublin's sights.
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Central & Lively
A central Temple Bar address with 24-hour reception, live music, and easy access to Dublin's top sights.
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Great Breakfast
Dublin
Guests rate this Dublin stay highly for its spotless rooms, friendly staff, and a breakfast with gluten-free options, plus an indoor pool.
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City comfort
A modern Dublin stay with an indoor pool, rooftop bar, and consistently praised service.
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Gardens & Comfort
Dublin
A 5-star stay in a restored manor with gardens, free parking, and glowing reviews for comfort and service.
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Modern & Central
Dublin
Modern, well-reviewed hotel near St Stephen's Green with a fitness centre and a handy location for exploring Dublin.
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Guest favourite
Dublin
A consistently well-rated 3-star just off O'Connell Street, with guests praising the staff, breakfast, and location.
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Docklands Aparthotel
Dublin Aparthotel
Spacious self-catering apartments with kitchens and laundry, steps from the tram and 3Arena.
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Central 5-star
Dublin
Steps from Grafton Street, this 5-star Dublin hotel wins guests over with its spotless rooms and praised breakfast.
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Family-friendly
Dublin
A dependable 4-star stay in Drumcondra with free Wi-Fi, parking, and easy city access.
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Station-side modern
Dublin
Modern rooms, a prime station-side location, and consistently high marks for service and comfort.
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Top-rated dining
Dublin
A high-scoring 4-star beside Heuston station, with a 9-rated dining experience and easy tram links.
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Seafront & Pool
Dublin
Seafront hotel with a pool, spa, and easy DART link into Dublin city.
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Urban Style
Dublin
A stylish, well-located Dublin hotel with a fitness centre, bar, and rooms starting from £243.
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Garden Central
Dublin
A well-rated Dublin hotel with a garden, a central location, and breakfast that guests repeatedly praise.
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Central & Social
Dublin Hostel
Modern, social hostel in central Dublin with private rooms and dorms, free Wi-Fi, and a lively bar.
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Guest favourite
Dublin
A well-reviewed, calm Dublin stay with genuinely helpful staff and a location near the Grand Canal.
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Central & Lively
Dublin
A well-rated hotel in the heart of Temple Bar, praised for its unbeatable location and friendly staff.
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Kitchens & Laundry
Dublin
Modern apartments with kitchens and laundry, steps from the Ha'penny Bridge.
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Central Dublin
Dublin
A well-rated central Dublin hotel with a handy location for sightseeing, comfortable rooms, and friendly service.
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Design-led
Dublin
A design-led 5-star in Georgian Dublin with valet parking, a stylish bar, and rooms guests call both quiet and comfortable.
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Riverfront comfort
Dublin
A 4-star riverfront hotel with an indoor pool, spa, and fitness centre, a short walk from the Custom House and Grand Canal Dock.
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Central & Social
Dublin Hostel
Right in the heart of Dublin, this sociable hostel offers a range of rooms and great communal spaces.
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Temple Bar base
Dublin
A 4-star stay in Temple Bar with a private cinema, superb breakfasts, and a genuinely helpful team.
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River views
Dublin
A riverside 4-star with a lounge bar, fitness centre, and a tram stop right outside the door.
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Central & Well-Rated
Dublin
Right beside the Luas and a short walk from central Dublin, this hotel pairs a strong location with solid service and a breakfast worth setting an alarm for.
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Guest favourite
Dublin
A friendly city-centre hotel with high ratings, spacious family rooms, and a prime spot near O'Connell Street.
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Central with parking
Dublin
A stylish 4-star stay with on-site parking and a central Dublin address.
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Central & Tech-Savvy
Dublin
Modern high-tech rooms and a central Temple Bar location, just steps from Dublin Castle.
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City centre stay
Dublin
Modern rooms near the city centre, with a breakfast buffet that earns praise.
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Airport-friendly
Dublin
A comfortable base close to Dublin Airport with a pool, free parking, and easy bus links into the city.
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Budget Stay
Dublin
A well-rated, budget-friendly hostel with pod beds and a central location steps from Connolly Station.
Map & live prices by our partner
For families, the best value sits in the 4-star bracket, where most of the 50 properties on this page fall—37 of them are 4-star. The top-rated hotel here is The Merrion Hotel with a 9.1 guest rating, but at €550 per night it's a splurge. More budget-friendly, The Gibson Hotel Dublin City offers rooms from €89, and Clayton Hotel Burlington Road from €71, both with strong ratings above 8.5.
While Dublin Zoo is in Phoenix Park, a short drive or bus from the centre, staying near it isn't common—none of the family friendly hotels on this page list proximity to the zoo. Instead, most properties are central, so plan a trip to the zoo as a day out; the zoo is about 3 km west of the city centre.
Staying in the city centre puts you steps from Trinity College, Grafton Street, and Temple Bar. The Grafton Hotel, rated 8.9, is a solid choice at €219, while The Morgan Hotel offers a central base for €152 with a similar rating of 8.7. For a quieter central stay, The Trinity City Hotel is a good pick, rated 8.7 and priced at €166.
The city centre is most convenient for families, with attractions like Trinity College and Dublin Castle nearby. Look for hotels near St Stephen's Green, such as The Fitzwilliam Hotel, or around Temple Bar for a lively atmosphere. For a quieter stay, consider Clontarf, home to Clontarf Castle Hotel.
Prices for family friendly hotels in Dublin range from €59 to €550 per night, with a typical price of €177. Budget options like The Gibson Hotel Dublin City start at €89, while mid-range 4-stars like The Croke Park Hotel are around €135.
Several family friendly hotels in Dublin feature indoor pools, including The Merrion Hotel, Intercontinental Dublin, Camden Court Hotel, and Anantara The Marker Hotel. These properties offer a convenient way to entertain children regardless of weather.
Dublin's family friendly hotels cluster in the city centre, from Temple Bar to St Stephen's Green, with a few quiet options in Clontarf and near Croke Park. These hotels offer spacious rooms, breakfasts that please all ages, and easy access to Dublin Zoo, Phoenix Park, and the city's main sights.
Prices range from €59 to €550 per night, so you can find a budget base near the Point or a luxurious Georgian stay on Merrion Square. The typical price is around €177, and the average guest rating across the set is 8.7, so you're choosing from well-regarded properties.
This set of family friendly hotels in Dublin suits travellers who want a well-reviewed, central base with plenty of choice across price points. If you need free parking, consider the Hotels with parking in Dublin page—The Croke Park Hotel and St Helens Hotel are good examples. For budget stays, check Cheap and budget hotels in Dublin, or for luxury with more amenities, browse 5-star options on the Romantic hotels in Dublin page.