The Leinster
Playful boutique luxury with a genuine art-house sensibility. Think bold mid-century patterns, velvet banquettes, mirrored surfaces and Georgian bones underneath. It feels dressed up but not stuffy — there's real personality here.
The Nook (7 sqm) and Standard (16 sqm) are genuinely very small — worth spending up to at least the Superior (20 sqm) or Corner (23 sqm)
Why It Matters
Jean-Georges Vongerichten's first restaurant in Ireland sits on the rooftop. The hotel carries 300+ original artworks by 80+ Irish artists, including a Damien Hirst H10-1 Wu Zetian at reception. Condé Nast Traveler named it among their top picks; The Telegraph rated it 9/10.
The Leinster opened in 2024 on the site of what was once Dublin's Howl at the Moon nightclub — gutted and rebuilt, though a few original features survive, including the wall behind the Collins Club bar. It bills itself as Dublin's first luxury lifestyle hotel, and the claim holds up. Fifty-five rooms spread across four floors, each loaded with tasselled lamps, cushioned Dalmatian-spotted carpets, embroidered headboards, and original art from over 80 Irish creators. A Damien Hirst greets you at reception. The rooftop restaurant is Jean-Georges Vongerichten's first outpost in Ireland, and The Collins Club below it is a proper cocktail destination in its own right.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
The Corner
Generous surrounds with cherry red velvets and good light. Perched at the corner of each floor, so you get views in two directions over the city's edge. Same fitout as the Studio tier but with a distinctive corner position.
23 sqm
The Nook
Extra small and extra snug — this is Dublin's honest answer to the pod hotel concept, done with style. Single bed with embroidered floral headboard, cushioned dotted carpet, curated minibar, and an en suite with linen wallpaper, overhead power shower, and Brooks & Co toiletries. Sleeps one adult. Good for solo city-stopover stays where you plan to be out all day.
7 sqmThe Pair
Elegantly spacious and designed for families. Two connected rooms that flow together, giving kids their own space without sacrificing any of the hotel's signature design sensibility.
32 sqmThe Rico Suite
The top of the residential stack. Situated on the fourth floor with sweeping views over Georgian Dublin and a private balcony. The headline feature is a copper bathtub with overhead rain shower in a bathroom tiled in gorgeous green. Super king bed, cushioned dotted carpets, velvet sofas, mirrored tabletops, detailed cabinetry. A separate living area with plush velvet banquettes, armchairs, and a bespoke dining table makes it genuinely useful for small meetings or social gatherings.
40 sqmThe Standard
Cosy but not cramped if you pack light. Bold colour accents, classic cabinetry, and character drawn from the Georgian architecture. Tasselled lamps, Dalmatian-spotted carpet, super king bed. Reviewers note limited wardrobe space and some light spillage under the door. Honest value for the design and location, but upgrade if you're staying more than a night.
16 sqmThe Studio (Kennedy / Whisker / Peggy Suite)
Three suites — The Kennedy, The Whisker, and The Peggy — sit at the edge of each floor with private balconies and elevated views. King bed, cushioned dotted carpets, velvet sofas, mirrored tabletops, tasselled bedside lamps, and a lounge space with plush armchairs and a bespoke coffee table. These can interconnect with bunk rooms for family stays. One Tripadvisor guest priced the Whisker Suite at around €420.
23 sqmThe Superior
A step up in space and finish. Refined velvet touches, detailed cabinetry, and the same bold palette as the rest of the hotel. One reviewer in a corner Superior noted three windows on two walls — great light, though adjacent buildings are visible, so the robe comes in handy. Nespresso machine, premium spirits at the bar station, Château La Coste wines in the minibar.
20 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Over 300 original artworks by 80+ Irish and international artists are displayed throughout the hotel — in rooms, hallways, and public spaces. A Damien Hirst H10-1 Wu Zetian hangs at reception. Works by Melissa O'Donnell, Colette Riet, Domino Whisker, Stephen Dunne and others. Self-guided exploration is part of the experience.
Monthly jazz brunch event at The Collins Club on the last Saturday of each month. Live swing jazz, cocktail trolley service, curated brunch menu. Ticketed.
The O'Dwyer Suite accommodates up to 100 guests and is available for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, and banquet dinners. Timeless Georgian aesthetic.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Three accessible suites with grab rails, emergency cords, adapted bathrooms, and hearing induction loop at reception. All hotel areas wheelchair accessible except the outdoor jacuzzi.
Private event space accommodating up to 100 guests for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations.
No single-use plastics, water-efficient toilets, local suppliers in restaurants, zero-waste cocktails on the Collins Club menu.
BOWO app allows keyless check-in, room-ready notifications, and direct messaging with the hotel team via WhatsApp.
Boutique gym with premium equipment and immersive training zones in the basement.
Outdoor jacuzzi referenced in guest reviews and the Leinster website. Note: not wheelchair accessible.
Full thermal suite in the basement. Occasionally closes sections for maintenance; confirm availability before booking.
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