The Alex
Urban design hotel with a retro-contemporary edge: think Roberts radios on the nightstand, Art Deco restaurant bar, and a floral outdoor terrace with a retractable roof. Polished but not stiff.
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Why It Matters
Winner of TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Best of the Best 2025. Ireland's first Green Key-awarded hotel. Part of the O'Callaghan Collection, Dublin's leading independent 4-star group. Private art gallery on-site. Claimed fastest hotel WiFi in Dublin.
The Alex is a 103-room, 4-star boutique hotel on Fenian Street — a short, quiet stretch off Merrion Square that puts you a 3-minute walk from Pearse Station and about the same from Trinity College's back gate. The design draws on the neighbourhood's working-class tram-line history, blending Art Deco touches, plush green sofas, and contemporary Irish flair into something that actually feels cohesive rather than theme-park-ish. Rooms run 30 to 48 sq m — generous by Dublin city-centre standards — and the dining lineup is solid enough that you won't feel trapped eating in.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Classic King Room
The entry-level room and honestly a decent size for Dublin city centre. Super king bed with an Irish-made Posturepedic Opulence mattress, rainforest walk-in shower, 49-inch smart TV with Chromecast, Roberts radio, pillow menu, and in-room safe. No bathtub. Can interconnect with suites or twin rooms for family stays.
1 Super King · 30 sqm
Classic Twin Room
Same footprint and spec as the Classic King but with two single beds — good for friends or colleagues sharing. Same rainforest shower, 49-inch Chromecast TV, Roberts radio, and Paul Costello toiletries. Interconnects with suites or Classic King rooms.
2 Single Twin Beds · 30 sqm
Executive King Room
Same size as the Classic King but located on higher floors for better city views. The upgrade buys you access to the private Executive Lounge (open until 7pm with snacks and drinks), an in-room Nespresso machine, and fluffy robes and slippers. Good step-up if you want those extras without going full suite.
1 Super King · 30 sqmJunior Suite
A real suite with a separate living area — 40 sq m total. Super king bed, rainforest shower, Nespresso, robes and slippers, Executive Lounge access, and room for an optional roll-in bed if needed. Noticeably more breathing room than the standard rooms.
1 Super King · 40 sqmThe Alex Suite
The top of the house at 48 sq m. Separate living area plus the biggest en suite in the building — a deep-soak bathtub AND a rainforest walk-in shower. Same Nespresso, robes, slippers, and Executive Lounge access as the Junior Suite, plus an optional roll-in bed. Can interconnect with Classic King or Twin rooms for families or small groups.
1 Super King · 48 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
24/7 access to Core Fitness at sister hotel The Mont, roughly a 2-minute walk across the street. Full cardio and weights setup. A virtual 3D tour is available on the hotel website via Matterport.
The reception team provides recommended running routes through Dublin city, including through Merrion Square. A low-key but genuinely useful perk for guests who prefer street running over treadmills.
Four named event spaces — The Orient, The Odyssey, The Rovos, and The Secret Garden — ranging from 52 sq m to 395 sq m. Equipped with AV technology. Can accommodate 10 to 400 guests. Available for corporate meetings, conferences, private dining, and social events.
A co-working-style space in the lobby area with complimentary ultra-fast WiFi. Good for remote workers or anyone needing a change of scenery from the room.
The hotel features a private art gallery showcasing contemporary Irish art — in keeping with the design-hotel identity. Part of the hotel's broader design concept inspired by the neighbourhood's working-class history.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Claimed fastest hotel WiFi in Dublin. Available throughout all rooms, public areas, meeting spaces, and the work hub.
Available daily 12pm–9:15pm for lunch and dinner options from the Carriage menu.
State-of-the-art gym at sister property The Mont, 2-minute walk away. Cardio and strength equipment. Complimentary for all Alex guests.
Private lounge with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks. Open until 7pm daily. Exclusive to guests in Executive King Rooms, Junior Suites, and The Alex Suite.
E-vouchers purchasable online, redeemable across dining and overnight stays. Delivered instantly.
Full air conditioning in all 103 rooms.
Available in all room types. Guests can select preferred pillow type — a detail worth noting based on some guest feedback about standard pillow firmness.
Red Cow Rewards programme. Sign up at booking to access the Rewards Rate with instant discounts. Free to join during the booking process.
Ireland's first hotel to receive the Green Key environmental award. Eco-friendly toiletries in rooms. Sustainability programme managed under O'Callaghan Collection's 'We Care' initiative.
No on-site parking. The hotel references nearby public car parks for guests who are driving.
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